Seven months ago, during the pandemic, we moved my mother into Foulkeways. From the start, the…read moreadmissions office and staff were both responsive and thoughtful through each step of the entry process, and their professionalism and care were excellent. Since my mother's arrival, the level of support has been exemplary. She has been in her independent unit for over six months and continues to express her gratitude of being in such a personable and caring community. Each day she is establishing connections with both residents, and staff and I feel the value-centered community of "friendship, dignity, and respect" is truly woven into the fabric of this very special place. Our family, and most importantly my mother, couldn't be happier with her move to Foulkeways.

Agree 100% with other review. Our mother was there for the last 10 years and loved it. Great caring…read moreand respectful staff and well operated. Nursing staff and aides are top notch and it's always very clean and well kept. It's located on a beautiful secluded wooded campus.

It has taken some time to process what we experienced at Gwynedd Estates while caring for our…read moremother after our father died in late 2020. Now that she is safely relocated to a high-quality assisted living facility, I feel I can document the take-always. Negatives: 1. This place has zero professional capacity to support people experiencing even minor memory issues; your loved one will be mistreated and disrespected by management. 2. The assigned medical doctor was out-of-touch and perfunctory, and appeared to be dispensing questionable medical advice. 3. The assisted living area where they "offered" to move Mom (literally minutes after Dad died) was sad and cramped--kind of like a day care dungeon. 4. The maintenance staff and "computer guy" would respond only after multiple phone calls over several days or weeks. 5. The nursing contractor tried her best. Unfortunately, she couldn't muster a consistent nursing staff. Nursing was wildly uneven, ranging from considerate to sketchy. 6. The management seemed focused on taking the big downpayment, offering minimal service and support, speculating about imaginary liability risks, and gaslighting vulnerable residents (and their kids) so they could turn over the "good real estate" to the next sucker as soon as possible. Overall, what struck us most was how much the people running the place showed almost no evidence of caring for older people or having done any actual homework into gerontology. It was a head-scratcher why most of the managers were even working there. Oh, and they were really sloppy; we kept finding out that they would make stuff up, promise to do things and not do them, and even lie about medical protocols and contractual matters, if it suited their purposes. Also, they seemed to really want to "hide" anyone who was experiencing, well, being old. It was bizarre. We'd get panicked calls that our mother was "spotted outside the dining hall." A quick check would reveal she was waiting to meet some "friends" who didn't want to walk over to get her and left her hanging. Rather than helping her, the management would call us and complain. Whatever! Positive notes: 1. The hair stylist was devoted to her clients. 2. The transportation team was very good. 3. The food was adequate, and the wait staff was high school kids who were mostly sweet. 4. The minister came through for our Dad's funeral. 5. The security folks working the gate were really nice. 6. There were a few active residents and volunteers who made things fun--like curating residents' artwork or organizing bridge or golf. 7. Several of the neighbors were quite kind, and they backed us up when management attempted to deny some minor service request, claiming the "residents' council" objected. We checked, and the leader of the council stepped up and corrected that nonsense. So it was a real mixed bag, but, unfortunately, it is the poor and dishonorable management that really spoiled the whole experience for us. But, hey, if you're into "fighting city hall" to get minimal service and you enjoy having to dog incompetent managers to do the job that your parents paid a chunk of their life savings for them to do, then this is your place! As for us, we took the financial hit to liberate our mom. We have since found an amazing place in another state. Very glad Acts is in the rear view mirror!

From the owner: Gwynedd Estates is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community (CCRC) for people 62 and…read moreabove that combines residential apartment homes with a comprehensive range of long-term care services, including on-site assisted living and skilled care residences. One of the most unique aspects of Gwynedd Estates is its life care plan, which pre-pays any future longterm care residents may need.

Yesterday was my first day working in this facility. This building is gorgeous! Everything is so…read moreneat and clean! The managers were working hard and fulfilling everyone's need during breakfast to dinner! Everyone is very nice!

From the owner: Hudson Estates features an active senior living lifestyle, with a full complement of amenities and…read moreservices so you can enjoy your retirement and spend more time with new friends and family. Our independent lifestyle includes a live-in management team that is available 24/7. Each private apartment also includes emergency pull cords that link you to our management team 24 hours a day. Your monthly rent includes three chef-prepared meals daily, transportation, exciting events and activities, and weekly housekeeping, so you can enjoy your retirement. We invite you to come visit with us and learn more about our gracious lifestyle.

I have to give this place a thumbs up! This place is beautiful and they really keep it maintained…read moreand cleaned! All the residents are sweet, the workers are nice and they greet you in the hall way! I think it's wonderful that they have activities for the residents every day including the weekends.... I love all the rooms, the pub, art room, dining room, movie theater, hair salon. And etc! This is very convenient for the residents! Beautiful place

My mother lived here for 2 years in the Personal Care Unit. This Senior Living Community is a…read morelocal gem. The staff is extremely caring. Within a few weeks, all the staff knew my Mother's name and regularly interacted with her. When I entered the building, I also was personally welcomed by most staff people. The building is well maintained and cleaned. The residents are treated with dignity. The social activities range from a movie theater (with popcorn and a bit of an incline to make you feel like you are in a real theater) to a lounge area where Happy Hours are held everyday. They have exercise classes and outings like lunches and shopping visits. The medical team is extremely helpful and the PT and OT come right to the residents rooms when there is a need for this type of treatment. I would recommend this facility to anyone looking to placing a family member in Assisted Living.

My parents aged out at Telford, starting in independent living and then moving through every level…read moreof care that they had (Skilled, Personal Care, and finally Memory Care). I was not a fan of them moving in due to my perception of "nursing homes" but I learned otherwise in the four+ years they were there. Literally every single person we interacted with from the nursing staff to rehab to cooks, laundry, maintenance staff, etc. was like family. The professional level of care that my parents received (and us as their family) cannot be overstated except to compare it to the compassion that went with it. We were really clueless about what the last years of their lives was going to entail, and the staff here did it so much better than we ever could have. My husband and I ended up getting on the waiting list and now have a deposit down on one of the carriage homes being built; it doesn't get any better than this for end of life experiences. Aside from the fact that the carriage homes are gorgeous, the kind of care that is there as a "safety net" is exactly what we want. The added bonus is us both being on the same campus if one of us starts to fail in later years; not only does the other one not have to move, they can walk to visit, take meals and do activities together, and in some cases actually be together in the advanced care. (My parents were together in Memory Care.). I highly recommend Lutheran Home @ Telford.

I toured several facilities in the area and Telford Lutheran Community was the best choice for my…read moreparents. They have all levels of care. My father moved into independent living while my mom had to go into skilled nursing. My father is able to visit my mom everyday since they were located within the same campus. Bad weather no problem, you only have to walk across an enclosed bridge. The various levels of care both my parents have been receiving is exemplary. Telford Lutheran is like the Ritz Carlton of care facilities. When I would visit my Aunt in Florida I wondered why she did not get the same care at her facility. She was paying almost the same every month. Telford may be a little more than other communities but it shows in the care and people they hire. If you are searching for a place for your parents I would put Telford Lutheran on your list to review. You will not be disappointed.

After my mother's hospital stay, I visited several rehabilitation facilities before choosing Ambler…read moreExtended Care Center. The moment I walked in, I noticed something different--there was no odor, just a clean and welcoming environment. From Admissions Director Raquel Jones to the nursing, rehab, and support staff, everyone treated my mother with kindness, dignity, and respect. The rehab program was outstanding. They went beyond traditional therapy by helping her practice real-life activities in their rehab kitchen and laundry area, and they even conducted a home visit before discharge to ensure she could safely transition back home. The team also worked closely with me to make that transition as smooth as possible. My mother is very particular about her surroundings and her appearance, and the staff embraced that. One of my favorite memories was bringing her church outfits on Sundays. The staff would wait to see what she was wearing, compliment her, and make her feel special. I would just smile because they treated her like the queen she really is. The food was good, the activities were thoughtful, and my mother especially enjoyed the church services and even an ice cream truck visit during her stay. Perhaps the greatest compliment I can give Ambler is that I never felt like I had to be there every day to make sure my mother was okay. As an only daughter and caregiver, that peace of mind was priceless. Thank you to the entire Ambler Extended Care Center team for helping my mother recover while making her feel safe, valued, and cared for. I will always be grateful.

Patients who aren't able to care for themselves don't get the proper attention. The " call bell"…read morefor help is a joke. They come in the room, ask what is needed, cut the bell off and you may not see them for an hour or more. The staff covers for each other and things often disappear. The beds are very old, some furniture is broken too. It might be ok for a patient that is able to do for themselves but check for bruises & take pictures.