Short-term rehabilitation The first 6 weeks were great…read morewhile money was coming in. But run out Medicare days. Sent home to unsafe enviroment..

I wholeheartedly recommend this loving care center as I visit there every week as a volunteer since…read more12/2024. If I were ever injured and needed a care center, this would definitely be the place I would choose whether insurance paid for it or not. I find this to be such a loving, kind, and professional facility. Every staff member I interact with truly cares about residents there. Relationships among staff and between staff and residents is positive. Activities are numerous, varied and fun

We moved my mom into The Oaks in March 2025. They advertise that they have Memory care. Whenever my…read moredad visited he saw nothing of the sort. They have no medical staff at all. They kick my mom out 2 days shy of a month. Three weeks after being kicked out she passed away. My dad and I blame this institution for the rapid decline of my mom. This is one place you need to stay away from.

We have recently moved our mother into the Oaks in Nipomo which is a beautiful facility and they…read moreseemed to meet every requirement that we needed for my mother. The staff is incredible friendly, welcoming and always have a smile on their face and willing to go above and beyond what is expected. They have care and compassion. The facility is gorgeous, clean and inviting and the people that live there are incredibly sweet, helpful and friendly. If you are looking for a wonderful facility for you parents than this is a fantastic option!

This facility is a little on the older side as far as the building. But as far as the staff they…read moreare top notch. The staff treats you with dignity and respect. They are attentive and concerned with the overall health. I could go on and on about them but if it is your destination you will be in good hands. I was fortunate to only have a short stay at 90 days. They have long term patients which seem to love it here too. The food has a little to desire. But I have been told they are working on it. You can tell when the food is prepared here it is very good. The good thing is your family can bring your food in as long as your diet permits. With today's door dash and grub hub. The food is an easy fix. I would recommend this place even though I do not have much experience with long term care. They have helped me return to my life and I will be grateful to them for the rest of my life thank you valley oaks.

A great group of young professionals providing care to all dependency level individuals whether…read moreit's short term or long term they all have something valuable to offer allowing everyone to be free to be themselves without judgement or harassment. Individually structured diet plans and personalized therapy regimens in place giving the resident the freedom to be as independent as possible and seek out the most optimal outcome for any situation whether it's just swallowing, talking/socializing, daily grooming tasks or walking, they have so areas

Pros: Great people. Excellent facility. Surprisingly good food…read more Cons: None The twilight of life is often not an easy time. In late April 2018, my wife and I moved from Silicon Valley which we called home for more than 35 years to Nipomo, about 210 miles to the south. My mother relocated from Pennsylvania to San Jose in February 2015 and took up residence in a nice retirement facility (part of the Brookdale group). When we moved, there was little choice for her but to go with us. The Central Coast of California between San Luis Obispo and Santa Maria is a remarkably happy place. The weather is tough to beat. Vineyards cover many of the hills. The Pacific Ocean is never far away. People seem to be content...whether fellow shoppers in the stores, neighbors or drivers(!). Still, finding the appropriate place for an aging parent is not a simple job. If moving is one of life's toughest jobs for a person in good health and sound mind, it's a treacherous task for a 90 year old with many ailments, both real and imagined. A few minutes after arriving at Merrill Gardens, my wife and I turned to each other and said "this is it". My mother moved there 3 weeks after we settled into our new home. Any transition is hard, especially for an elderly person who established a life in one city and didn't really want to try it again in another. She only lived 5 weeks in Merrill Gardens before succumbing to a variety of medical issues, but the staff and people in that residence made our lives as sweet as possible, both before and after her passing. - Location: Convenient. Merrill Gardens is in the northern part of Santa Maria, about 3 minutes east of Highway 101 off the Donovan Road exit. - Exterior: Very attractive. There are 2 large 3 story buildings...one built in the early 2000s and the other around 2010 (I believe)...plus a circle of cottages to the north and east. Attention has obviously been given to the landscaping which gives the complex a residential appeal. You might say it's the nicest part of the neighborhood. - Interior (of the newer building where my mother lived): Bright and cheerful. The receptionist and concierge are just inside the entrance with a "great room" to the left. It's warm, colorful and cozy. The initial feeling you get is "they take care of things at this place". The dining room remains open from early morning to late evening since Merrill Gardens has a policy of "anytime dining". It's large and airy with tables spaced far enough apart to permit privacy yet allow conversation among friends. The hallways are more spacious and inviting than at similar facilities. There are several rooms for meetings and movies, the largest library I've seen in such places and a very active pool table nearby. - Apartments: Generous. My mother had a one bedroom unit on the 2nd floor with about 600 square feet plus a balcony of 100 square feet. When she arrived, there had only been one occupant since the facility opened. It was cleaned and painted with a bigger kitchen than she had in San Jose...including a large refrigerator, microwave and stove. Maybe not all the amenities of a real home (such as a lack of good storage), but not too shabby either. - Dining: Really good. My mother was a picky eater, but definitely enjoyed her meals at Merrill Gardens. While we were sometimes dragged to dinner in San Jose, we went willingly here. The food was tasty and the servers friendly and patient. - Senior Staff: The best. We can't say enough good things about the Chief Executive, Audie Sherberg and Community Managers Kim Adams and Gary Gross, but I'll try. Kind, accommodating, informative and willing to listen to a family's tales of woe. It was like having friends on the inside. The receptionists were always helpful, especially Barbara during the week. - Caretakers and Other Staff: More of the best. Kind, supportive and patient. They're not the most highly paid, but their jobs are tough. - Other Residents: Very friendly. It's as if the happy atmosphere of the Central Coast extended to the residents. Older age did not deter these people from smiling. - Cost: Reasonable. We paid $3,250/month for the one bedroom apartment which was roughly the same as in San Jose, but for a nicer facility. However, it can get expensive if you need ancillary services, including management of medicines and specialized care. NOTE: The initial "community fee" of $4,000 covers the facility's move-in costs. If your family member leaves within the first 4 months, you'll get a pro-rated amount back. Mr. Sherberg was very helpful in getting us the largest possible refund. - Value: Excellent. The best money spent in quite a while. I hesitated writing this review for a few months after my mother's death because I wanted to make sure the long process ended as well as it began. It did. There are no "ifs, ands or buts" to the 5 stars awarded to Merrill Gardens in Santa Maria.

Beautiful facility, kind and friendly people, and nice staff. Can't ask for more unless a…read moregood-looking young man comes with the deal.

NurseCore is seeking dedicated and motivated CNA's ‍‍for evening shifts in the Santa Maria/Orcutt…read moreArea. Are you a night owl? Love those overnight shifts!!! We have some great opportunities for you, lots of hours!!! We are offering a $$$200 sign on bonus. Call us at 805-938-7660 Lets schedule you for an interview!!! www.nursecore.com. Or stop in 1010 S. Broadway Santa Maria,Ca 93454. Mention this ad, and we will add an extra incentive to your bonus$$$ #cna #healthcare #bonus #dedicated #seeking #motivated #behappy

We called Nursecore because my father passed and my mother has Alzheimer's. We live 4 hours away…read moreand she was not ready to move. They were amazingly supportive and reliable during this difficult time. They always went above and beyond and we felt very lucky to have found them. All aids were kind and professional and the administrative and nursing staff was wonderful and always accommodating and helpful with changing schedules. Thank goodness for these amazing women. Steve and Susie

This is my first time here, and I want to say that the care is wonderful and the nurses are truly…read moreoutstanding. I'm hopeful that with continued care, I'll be able to regain my mobility and stand by the wall again.

I was here for 5 months at it may have been difficult but it was worth it in the end. It was a…read moregreat experience and there were fabulous nurses and doctors and I made great friends there too. Thank you so much for the great care.

My Dad is currently a resident. I was able to travel to visit him. The facility is gorgeous and the…read morestaff was great. My step Mom has said the staff has been wonderfully supportive during the tough transition to having my Dad live there. You will get your money's worth at Casa Rosa.

Our family could not be more pleased with the quality care and support provided to our loved one by…read moreRoxandra, Fabiola, and the entire Casa Rosa team. The facility and grounds are beautiful and well-maintained. We are truly grateful for their services.

Very welcoming staff that helped us each step of the way with our needs. Would definitely recommendread more

I can't say enough good things about Trinity. They were incredibly helpful, professional, and…read moreaccommodative during my fathers recent illness and ultimately passing. I highly recommend them and am grateful for their incredibly important services.