My mom, Ina, spent 16 years of living with me and my husband (in her own space), and we needed a…read morebreak. After much research, I chose Evergreen Senior Living. It started out to be just a two-week respite period, but upon consulting with people in my life who I hold in high regard, it was recommended to make it permanent. This did not bode well with her, but we proceeded and moved her in July of 2022. Best decision EVER. It took a while for her to acclimate, but within a short period, she adapted and became quite popular with residents and staff.
I affectionally call it "the Resort", because if they had a pool, I'd have moved in! The grounds are lovely and well maintained, as is the interior. Clean public restrooms, no odor, well-furnished and esthetically appealing. The dining room is very inviting and well-kempt and staff is very accommodating
The staff is personable, caring, attentive and kind. There are a multitude of activities every day and weekly outings outside of the Resort, including dining out, shopping and the casino! My mom had to check her calendar to see if she was "available" for me to visit. They also have a salon for haircuts, styles, etc. as well as offering manicures on a weekly basis. There is transportation available every Tuesday and Thursday for residents to attend medical, dental and eye appointments. They also host events for families a couple times a year (summer picnic and Holiday luncheon) and they're very well attended. I'd be remiss not to mention "Happy Hour" every Friday at 3:30. :-)
Green Tree is their pharmacy and can supply all of your loved one's medications pre-portioned, packaged and covered by Medicare. The meds can be self-administered or by the nursing staff, depending on the resident's capability and family preference. The use of Green Tree is not a requirement.
ESL also has in-house PT/OT staff and equipment on the premise (also available to Legacy residents). They are wonderful and patient. They want to see the residents be comfortable, strong and thrive and will do all they can to make that happen.
The nursing staff is on-point, as I received calls late at night if my mom was having an issue.
My mom was hospitalized on January 8, 2026 and diagnosed with Flu A virus. She remained there for 10 days and sent to a skilled nursing facility (SNF), from which she was discharged on February 20. We moved her back to her own apartment at ESL under hospice care. She passed away on March 8 at the age of 90 1/2.
Between residents and staff, it was like a parade in her apartment. Everyone was so incredibly supportive, it left me speechless.
I have been back a couple of times and plan to do so at least once a month to visit with the friends we made there, both residents and staff. I have and will recommend Evergreen to anyone looking for an assisted living or memory care facility for their loved ones.
Thank you ALL for what you do.
Susan