We had Vitas for my dad last year during a very tough time. This was not the 1st time I have needed…read morehospice sadly for a lived one but I learned that Vitas is truly is amazing, caring, loving, attentive, understanding, helpful, and stands by their words!!! From beginning to end and even after.. They were there for me!! I was filled with assurance and the skills to help my dad through the most difficult days. I was blessed with not having to deal with it alone so to speak. Definitely the best hospice there is!! So thankful!!

I just recently used VITAS for hospice (in central New jersey) for my husband, and I cannot stress…read moreenough about the absolute terrible experience we had. If you care at all for the person that you love who requires hospice, please, please DO NOT USE VITAS. The intake person (Eddie) did not know what he was doing, was very unprofessional, and left us saying our intake was complete and we could call for nursing help at any time. When we called for a nurse that we desperately needed the next morning, we were dismissed by the person answering the phone (Diane), saying the Eddie neglected to do his job properly, and we could not ask a nurse a question until Eddie had the time to come back. After many phone calls where I escalated and literally begged for help, and my sister desperately called for help also, we finally had a nurse visit. I will say that we had two nurses help us during the very difficult process, and they were professional and did do their job. However, when my husband appeared to be at the end of his life, we called for help and we were again dismissed by the person answering the phone and told that the only nurse they had in our area was busy with other patients. My poor husband passed during the wait time that was 2 HOURS for someone to come and help us. We were promised by a VITAS representative when we signed up that the nurse who helped us at the end would make the required calls to the police and the funeral home. The nurse who showed up barely looked at my husband and them told us we had to make the necessary calls! VITAS left us in our grief to care for all the details that we were promised they would help with. VITAS is an unprofessional run organization, uncaring, and apparently they just want the money that Medicare will pay. Their license to work as a hospice organization needs to be revoked. As I said earlier, please use a reputable hospice organization, if you care at all for the person you love. DO NOT USE VITAS!

Horrible experience. It's common knowledge Sunrise facilities are severely understaffed…read more Don't risk your loved one's health by having them even consider this place. Enquire with the state Umbudsman how many complaints have been lodged.

From the owner: At Sunrise of Shrewsbury, we take a holistic approach to senior care, where everything we do has…read moreour residents' specific wants and needs at its core. From support and peace of mind to personalized programming, we focus on your individual wellness and well-being so you can live exactly how you please. For more than 35 years, we've been committed to providing seniors the best possible support, rooted in the latest research and theories of aging.

I waited a month after my mother's passing to write this review so I could have some distance and…read moreperspective from the events. I contracted with Alvita to care for my mother during the last two months of her life after she was injured in a fall. I paid for 24 hour home care seven days a week. Other than Fabienne, I found the caregivers sorely lacking in the most basic of qualities such as companionship and emotional support. Also, other than Fabienne, the one on one care for which they were hired (toileting, hygiene assistance, dressing, grooming, feeding, etc) was mostly delegated by them to the staff at the assisted living facility where my mother resided, which negated the whole point of hiring them in the first place. Chronic lateness was also the norm. Most arrived 10-20 minutes late for the start of the night shift The night shift crew was especially problematic. In addition to generally not performing the basic tasks for which they were hired ("it's not my job" was the common refrain, even though it literally was their job), they often did not even stay in the same room as my mother who was a fall risk. Some slept on the sofa in the living room during the night shift, some spent the night shift doing schoolwork in a separate room, and some spent hours of the night shift on their phone in the hallway outside of the apartment. The complaints became so numerous from the staff at the assisted living facility and from the hospice nurses that I eventually had to change agencies for the night shift. Three of the low points during the Alvita night shift require special mention. (1) There was the night that my mother sat in her own feces for the entirety of the night. When Hospice arrived in the morning, the waste was dry and hard and had been there all night, despite a 12 hour Alvita shift. (2) Many nights, my mother was put to bed at 7 PM for convenience sake without any social interaction or kindness on the part of the aide. (3) My mother suffered a skin tear on her arm the night after I complained about the aides sleeping on the job. I was told that she injured herself, but there are no witnesses other than the Alvita aide involved. On the opposite end of the spectrum is Fabienne. She was the primary Alvita daytime aide for my mother. Fabienne went above and beyond the call of duty. She exuded kindness and compassion. She took the utmost care of my mother and treated her with dignity and respect. When Fabienne was on the job, the staff at the assisted living facility and the hospice staff took a break because everyone knew that she had everything under control. This is the level of care advertised by Alvita and the level of care that I paid for, but only Fabienne met the mark. Not only did she meet expectations, but she blew everyone away with her level of care.

My grandfather received such amazing care from Alvita. From the very start, everyone from Alvita…read morewas so compassionate during this difficult time for my family. From the liaison to our home health aide, the care was outstanding. The communication between my family and Alvita was top notch and we knew everything happening every step of the way. The staff at Alvita is what truly makes this company so special. I highly recommend!

My uncle needed assistive care services, Bayada came to my rescue. The office staff was a pleasure…read moreto work with. They were always there for every need for my uncle. I highly recommend them if anyone needs an home health agency.

From the owner: BAYADA Home Health Care in Tinton Falls, NJ provides personal care, household support, and…read morecompanionship for seniors and adults who require assistance to enjoy independent, safe, and fulfilling lives in the comfort of their homes. BAYADA's caregivers are trained and equipped to provide care to those who need or prefer a higher level of one-on-one attention and care, such as those with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Whether you or your loved one reside in a private home, assisted living, or independent living community, BAYADA provides the services you need wherever you call home.

I didn't get the chance to bring my pup to Happy Tails for very long, but I'm so grateful I found…read morethem. They were recommended to me shortly before he passed. I initially came for an annual appointment after avoiding other veterinary practices because my previous experiences often felt rushed and transactional. I wanted a place that truly cared! not just about my dog, but about us. From the moment you walk through the door at Happy Tails, it feels like home. Everyone is warm, kind, and compassionate. The doctors take their time, answer your questions, and never make you feel rushed. You can tell they genuinely care about every pet they see. I also really appreciated that so much of their lab work is done in-house, so results come back quickly. A special thank you to Dr. Drotos and Dr. Woods for the incredible care and compassion they showed my senior dog during the last few months of his life. Their kindness meant more to my family than words can express. I almost never leave reviews, but if you've been searching for a veterinary practice where your pet will be treated like family, I can't recommend Happy Tails enough.

We had to take our pug in to be euthanized today. We were treated with extraordinary kindness and…read moresensitivity. The staff immediately provided a private room for privacy. I was particularly impressed with their kindness and professionalism. Nothing phony at all. I highly recommend them

At my family's most trying time...they were horrible!!! Heartless, insincere people all around!…read moreWould have given NO stars if it were an option. Don't subject your loved one to this horrible agency!

From the owner: Griswold is an award-winning pioneer in the home care industry, with over four decades of…read moreexperience and a storied legacy of compassion and integrity. We believe Care Professionals are the foundation of our success, and people deserve to live where they love as they age. Our commitment to innovation is based on our desire to improve the lives of everyone we touch in the communities we serve. "Live Assured" is the promise we make to everyone we touch: let Griswold help, so you can live without the weight of worry.