Nice place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there. The facility itself is deceptively nice…read more my Dad lived at EV for 18 days and in that short time, I became overtly aware of the lack of management staff. As soon as he arrived, I began to receive calls of him falling. It was clear that he needed more care than he was getting, even though he was assessed and placed in assisted living with a level 5 care. We were never given a care plan and I witnessed him calling for help multiple times with no one arriving for over 20 minutes. They lost my dad's medication, ran out of diapers and he went to the hospital 3 times while he was at the facility. He required 4 staples in his head and there was blood left on his door for over 24 hours, which I eventually cleaned myself. On the third trip to the ER I told Kaiser staff that under no circumstance was he to be released to EV, it was not a safe environment for him. I tried to reach out to Marissa and her supervisor Lori but again was met with lukewarm responses. Apparently, all staff was at an offsite conference and there was no management on site for over 48 hours. I needed the money back for the so I could place my dad in a safe place, but EV had withdrawn $17k from my dad's account. Needless to say they we're making an already difficult experience excruciating. Please, if you're considering EV for your loved one, think again. I looks nice on the outside, but on the inside it's an unsafe, and they are extremely short staffed.

I would like to mention that Kelsey Gamble the front desk concierge, is a great asset to Emerald…read moreValley. She is accommodating, very helpful and good with solving issues. She works well with the leaders at Emerald Valley, wonderful with us residents and very patient. She's friendly with everyone that comes in, and always smiling and courteous. Most of all, she's personal and confidential. Sincerely, Patricia Surmick Rm 411.

I cannot say enough positive things about C&M Guest Homes. The owners, Carlito and Erlinda, are the…read morekindest, most caring, and loving people. They treat each patient like family. Their staff is wonderful and caring, as well. They cared for my aunt for a couple years, and are now caring for my grandma. They are exceptional. They run and get my grandma anything she wants to eat, from doughnut holes to McDonald's fries. We have grown to consider them part of our family, as well. The facility is extremely clean, handicap accessible, and home cooked meals. I would recommend them to anyone looking for wonderful, loving care for their family member.

I was fortunate in finding C & M Guest Home to care for my aunt before her passing from a terminal…read moreillness. My aunt resided at C & M for a year and a half. The staff was so kind and patient in the excellent care that was provided. I always felt secure in knowing that they truly cared about her well-being. The owners were available at any time if I needed to speak with them. They were prompt to respond to texts or calls. My aunt and I grew to consider everyone associated with C & M as family. There was always a warm and caring feeling not only with regards to those who resided there but also towards those coming to visit. Thank you, C & M, for everything you did not only for my aunt but also for me and my family. You often went above and beyond and for this I am eternally grateful.

Christine at Creating New Hope Senior Living Advisors has been an incredible resource during a very…read moreoverwhelming time for our family. From the moment she answered the phone, she was compassionate, patient, and reassuring. During our very first call she gave me the information and guidance I needed to move forward. Within an hour of speaking with her, several senior living communities were already reaching out to me. Before connecting with Christine, I had called many facilities myself and only received one call back. All we had to do was schedule the appointments. It was clear that Christine has built strong and meaningful relationships with the communities she works with. We ultimately placed our uncle in one of the independent living communities she introduced us to, and the process felt so much more manageable because of her help. She also helps families explore assisted living and skilled nursing options, which makes her an incredible resource no matter what level of care is needed. If you are trying to navigate independent living, assisted living, or skilled nursing options for a loved one, I highly recommend reaching out to Christine at Creating New Hope Senior Living Advisors. Having someone knowledgeable and compassionate guide you through such an uncertain time truly makes a difference. We are very grateful for her support.

Christine was very helpful for my wife and I. We were looking for independent living facilities in…read morethe Livermore area. She was very prompt on picking us up and very organized thru the day. we saw 4 facilities . She was very informative and very willing to help. My wife and I were very fortinuate to have Christine input. Janet and Jerome

First the good- very beautiful building, nice to visit…read more good food, very nice wait staff and chef in dining room. Pretty grounds, flat and good for walking. quiet location. Very kind front desk staff. The cleaning staff is very good and the maintenace staff are also excellent, The Cons- 1-Rent will increase 7-8% every year to the day. 2-If you pay for showers, your parent may or may not get them, maybe 25-50% of the time. They seem understaffed and do not have a transparent way to keep track, report or let family know 3- the elderly must put their laundry into the hallway for pick up which is difficult given that the doors are very heavy and most residents use walkers and canes. 4- Do not rent and apartment on the 3rd floor unless your parent is able to use stairs, the elevator breaks at least once a year due to water issues and there is only 1 elevator to the 3rd floor so they are stuck up there until it is fixed which sometimes is weeks if they can't use the stairs. 5- Since the corporation of IVY park took over this facility, the most of the staff turns over every 1-2 months. you will not get to know a caregiver, they don't even attempt to introduce you to care givers. The management, nursing, and activity directors change about every 2 months so there is very little accountability. the only staff that has been constant is the waiters, the maintenance crew and the front desk. 6- their "fall and call button" is a one way system (no voice) so the elderly do not know if the call has been received and the response can take up to 2 hours or never, so if your parent is mildly cognitively impaired and does not carry or cannot use a cell phone, it is not a reliably safe system. Unfortunately they have not invested in a better and more updated system. Overall, it's very hard to find good care for the elderly and Ivy Park, despite the high cost is a mixed bag. I'm not sure that any other place is better, but just be aware of what you are getting into before you sign on the dotted line.

I went to see my dear friend that fell due to hydration and neglect ... after she had been in the…read morehospital several days and then returned to her room at Ivy Park . She had been returned on Sat and I went to see her on Sun afternoon. When we got there we found her yelling for help half on half off her bed with a soaking wet brief on the floor and her hospital gown barely on her . We got help and the staff said they did not know she was back!!!! She had not gotten dinner the night before nor breakfast or lunch that day or help changing and was thirsty and the bed was awful wet etc! Complete irresponsibility ! She had been calling for help for a long time she said. If we hadn't gone to visit her who knows when they would have checked on her? That being said Maisha was great once we got her to help us . She got her a meal which was eaten right away! . This place is severely understaffed! We and others waited 10 min to get in from the lobby then had to wait to get let out as there was nobody on the floor to help !! We are friends and keep finding her in bad straights when we go visit!! There are no call buttons so the very least the staff could do is check on ppl like her (who can't get up by themselves ) to make sure they are ok . Terrible !!!!

My clinical experience at Creekview was extremely positive. The facility is exceptionally clean,…read morewell organized, and maintained to a high standard. It creates a safe and welcoming environment for both patients and staff. It is a facility where professionalism, teamwork, and compassion are clearly prioritized. It is a place where I would be honored in pursuing employment after completing my clinicals. During my clinical experience, I felt encouraged to learn and was consistently supported by staff who were willing to share their knowledge while maintaining a strong focus on proper patient centered care. Having a grandfather with Parkinson's disease deepened my understanding of the importance of patience, dignity, and compassionate care; values that Creekview consistently demonstrates. I am truly appreciative of the professionalism and empathy shown by the entire team, and I would feel very confident entrusting my own family's care to this facility. Overall, Creekview reflects excellence in both care and workplace culture.

Wish I could give more than 5 stars. This place is awesome. My husband originally went to another…read morefacility after a stroke and was deteriorating there. Luckily, I was able to get him transferred to Creekview, where he thrived. The physical, occupational, and speech therapists were outstanding. They all really made the effort to make sure that he would get better and be able to come home. (Shout-outs to Govin and Maya.) The facility is gorgeous and welcoming and the rooms very pleasant; not institional at all. The staff is very caring. They paid attention to my husband's dietary needs, yet the food was pretty good for a nursing facility.

Emerald Care Home is a wonderful place to take care of your loved one. My mother has been in their…read morecare for over three years, and I cannot recommend them enough. Carmen and her staff are kind, caring, and very attentive. My mother has been bedridden the entire time, and she has never had a bed sore or any other serious issues. The house is spotless, the meals are made in the premises, and the staff show genuine interest and concern for the clients. I am extremely fortunate to have found such a great place for my mother.

Emerald Care Home is a comfortable and and well designed home for senior living. There is a lot of…read morelight and openness in the living room, kitchen and dining room. Outside is a pleasant, large deck surrounded by trees, shrubs and flowers where we often like to visit my mother. But aside from how nice the home is itself, the care here is what is ultimately important. The caregivers really treat my mother well, just like a loved family member. She is 95 and wheel chair bound, but she is always treated with respect, included in conversations, and encouraged to share her wit and sense of humor. We know that she is comfortable, she eats very well, and she likes the owner and staff here. And they like her!

As a local realtor who specializes in helping seniors transition to continuing care communities,…read moreI've had the pleasure of helping several clients with the logistics of their move to Stoneridge Creek in Pleasanton--including two wonderful clients currently in the process of moving in. Once again, I'm reminded why this community is such an outstanding choice. What continues to stand out about Stoneridge Creek is its thoughtful approach to senior living. The community is well-designed, well-run, and filled with friendly, welcoming residents. The transition to retirement living can be emotional and overwhelming, but here, it becomes a positive, empowering experience. It's a joy to watch my clients thrive here, and I continue to recommend Stoneridge Creek without hesitation.

We have a lovely monthly dinner in the Wine Room where new residents are invited to attend. In…read moreaddition to a very special menu, they hear about all the activities and ways to get involved. They are assured they can be as active as they want to be, and are encouraged to sit in on various committees and clubs to learn about what they do. These dinners are always a big hit!

I'm skeptical of these glowing reviews, so I'm writing my own…read more I took my dad to a brunch and learn there. It was impressive. They have a new culinary director which sounds luxurious. The food was delish. Dad didn't love the coffee but he can make his own. :) The staff has been there a long time and the ownership is also long-term which I find stable. There are a lot of pluses, but the icing on the cake was that each of three different residents talked to us in passing, and they were very cheerful and appeared happy. My dad is excited to move in soon, and it's a relief to the rest of the family. We're looking forward to my dad experiencing the Men's club, weekly happy hour, and nightly movies. I'll update my review in about three months.

My father lived in this facility for nine months, during which he fell 13 times, despite my clear…read moreand early disclosure that he had Parkinson's dementia. Rather than revising his care or offering support, the facility ultimately evicted him after his final fall, labeling him a "fall risk"--a fact they had known since day one. They violated legal eviction procedures by failing to give a 30-day notice, and informed me while I was out of the country, leaving my father in the hospital and me scrambling to find a new place for him. The lack of empathy during a vulnerable time was inexcusable. To make matters worse, the facility said the only way they would allow him back was if I paid for a private 24/7 nurse--an expense they knew was unrealistic. This was clearly a tactic to push him out while appearing cooperative on paper. Not sure if Aireen T. is still the director but she is not responsive, professional, caring, or compassionate at all. I had to involve Ombudsman to get responses from her on everything. There are also serious safety and staffing concerns. During a power outage in the heat of summer 2024, the facility had no backup generator. We overheard firefighters asking staff where the generator was, and staff admitted there wasn't one. During this incident a female resident was stuck in the elevator for literally hours on a hot summer day!! It was horrifying. Others, like the woman across from my father's room, were left in the dark yelling "hello, is anybody there?" My family and I went to her to calm her down ourselves as no staff member checked on her or other residents to reassure them during this electricity outage. They are clearly understaffed and many of the caregivers are not certified CNAs, and it shows. Staff routinely defer to residents' refusals for essential care, and hygiene, rather than providing informed, proactive support for those with cognitive conditions. Many times I showed up and I could smell he hadn't showered. When I asked staff why they would say that he refused so they didn't do it. Medication for my father was not consistently dosed at a consistent time which was also a huge problem. My father also experienced racism from two other residents, and when I raised this with the Director Aireen, they brushed it off--blaming the behavior on health issues such as UTI and did nothing to protect or acknowledge the harm done to my father. Aireen and executive management did nothing to soothe our concerns. This facility is not safe, not equipped, and not compassionate. I would not trust them with any loved one under any circumstances.

Brandy Linn is amazing!!! She takes care of my grandfather with such love, she really is such a…read moreblessing to our family! We love!

Bright Star was referred to me by a close, trusted friend who works in the medical field…read more The coordinator was extremely helpful (Pam) in helping us locate a nurse for a rotation of our personal care, for our mom. The nurses Patricia and Danette were very knowledgeable, detailed and compassionate. As usual, my friend was spot on on who the best company was to call.

Our family member was lovingly cared for over the past 9 months - it was like a home away from home…read moreand allowed her to spend her last months in peace and comfort. They also worked closely with Hope Hospice and we all benefited from their seamless relationship. I would highly recommend if looking for a more personal place in contrast to a larger facility.

We moved my Mom to Quail Gardens in February 2023. It was the first time she did not live…read moreindependently, but we knew it was time and this would keep her close to me. We were so grateful that we selected Quail Gardens over the multiple options in the tri-valley. Mom was well cared for, treated with dignity and respect, and encouraged to participate and socialize with the other residents. It is a horrible chapter, to lose your independence and be under the care of others. But the team at Quail Gardens, led by example from Alicia and Jenn, made the transition as smooth as possible. The entire team is caring and really do everything they can to engage with and get to know the personalities of each resident. What I appreciated most is how welcome my siblings and I were. We were encouraged to visit often and stay as long as we like. We were as welcomed as we could be to the point where the staff became an extension of our family keeping us posted on how Mom was doing on the few days we were not able to get by for a visit. The BEST part of Quail Gardens is their patio - it is such a peaceful and inviting space. Mom and I loved to sit out there, have a diet coke and play cards. We would do so for hours. If you are looking for a home for a loved one, please reach out to Alicia and give Quail Gardens a visit.