Geez, these people are reliving their college days but with nicer rooms, better food, and no…read moredrunken frat boys in site (although I was there for lunch so maybe in the evening it gets wild, they do have a bar setup and are pursuing a liquor license). Lots of informational seminars available, full gym, exercise classes, lap pool and even a salon/spa. Full time nurse on location, good food, nice staff...all good things come at a cost and this place is not cheap. This is more of a retirement community, if you require more care, this may not fit your needs. And they do not have the option for more skilled care. Beautiful and pretty new, lots of vibrant people...and yes the ladies out number the men as usual, but there are a high number of couples there. Got to visit a 2 room condo...gorgeous, large bedrooms, large bathrooms, full kitchen. There were 6 of us in the living room with a wheelchair and there was room for 6 more. Better start saving now cause the cost of retirement living is only going to go up from here.

This is an outstanding property, and the cost of entry reflects the difference between this…read moreretirement home and other assisted living facilities. Brand-new, with an extensive array of activities available on-site, the place seems more like a luxury hotel than a place where old folks park themselves in the lobby chairs and stare at you over their walkers as you enter. Library, card room, art classes and studio, full gym with personal trainer on duty, heated pool and spa, grab-and-go deli area, wellness office with RNs, memory unit, beautiful grounds, secure parking, etc. The challenge is that the residences require a buy-in, typically in the hundreds of thousands of dollars or more, which amount is explained to be 90% refundable upon the apartment being vacated and re-sold to the next purchaser. Once accepted, you then pay a monthly "rent" of some thousands (which appears to be less than the monthly rate at many assisted living locations) out of which rent there is a monthly food allowance. In addition to knowing your financial capability they require a physical evaluation to be sure you can handle the level of independence required. The regular dining room has an extensive menu, and the food prices are deducted from the monthly food allowance which is part of the monthly rental fee, which means the food is much better and more varied than the two-choices/all-in-one meal fee charged by other assisted living places, where the food is often tasteless and of poor quality. If you buy more than your monthly food allowance has allotted, you get a bill to make up the difference. There is also a weekends-only upscale restaurant which is suitable for families joining a resident for dinner during weekend visits. The place is very clean and beautifully decorated, with the smart choice of handsome carpet squares instead of wall-to-wall in the hallways, for easy replacement in case of spills. The public areas are lined with good artwork, there's a large library, and there are many apartment floor plans to choose from, with large rooms and beautiful kitchen areas, balconies, and frequently there are powder rooms in addition to double-sink master bathrooms. More independent residents may decide to take an apartment in one of the villas rather than in the main building. Overall there's real thoughtfulness and excellence in the design and implementation of this place, and it's very "country club" in feel, so be prepared for sticker shock. Residents I spoke to were all extremely complimentary about Monte Cedro -- they loved it there. But who wouldn't?

Management is horrible! I continuously receive different information and never given a straight…read moreanswer. My brother and sister do not provide medical reports from Dr's visits nor give info. My Mom has dementia, doesn't eat good at all nor drinks enough water and it seems like this facility is only waiting for Mom to die so that they have another room to rent. I've asked management for a call back but never have received. Facility is definitely under staffed!

Caring caregivers, Active community. Responsive to residents and family's needs. Thank you, RPOK.read more

one of the hardest things in life is to reach the age of, let's just say, 75+. things start…read morechanging, starting with the challenge to do or maneuver quite the way you once could. for our family, that's where pasadena highlands came (and continues to come) in. was it easy - absolutely not!!!! was it a good move - absolutely!!!!! under the leadership of kay cano, she and her staff provide our aunt (a resident for over 13 years) and our parents (residents for over 4 years) with a wonderful environment. from a family member who was looking for the best place to accommodate our loved ones, i highly recommend pasadena highlands to anyone contemplating a move to a senior-living community.

I can't speak to being a resident, but I can say that this business is menace to the neighborhood…read more Their maintenance people drop trash in the street, at one point there was what looked like sewage running all the way down the street every morning. They regularly have semis idling right outside mine and my neighbor's houses for hours per week. I asked them to have the trucks shut down due to my severe asthma. This was ignored. Any potential residents should understand that there is a ton of noise/back up beeps, idling trucks every day, all before 7am. To sum up, this company doesn't care about their neighbors and I'm concerned about how they may treat their residents.

Clean, care quality is great. Physical therapy room is spacious and has other equipment. Office…read moreexperience is great and someone gets back to at a reasonable time.

My Uncle's moved into Villa Gardens during the pandemic. We didn't know what to expect, but Villa…read moreGardens goes above and beyond all your expectations of genuine care. Everything you can possibly need whether it's independent living, assisted living and beyond, Villa Gardens is there for you. From the minute you walk through the front door, you're greeted by wonderful staff who welcome you wholeheartedly! The Wellness Center takes care of all of your medical needs, and is there for you in an emergency, providing excellent; professional nursing staff. There are movies & other entertainment onsite, outings to the opera & other cultural events and special holiday events, where they go all out, with delicious food and various performances. The dining room is large & lively. It's easy to make new friends at Villa Gardens. There's a garden room if you would like to have private parties, and the staff takes care of everything! They have a full menu and the food is always fresh and delicious. There's even a bistro where you can order snacks, coffee, smoothies, sandwiches, salads & more. Living in Villa Gardens, you will truly feel like you are at home.

one of the nicest facilities in Pasadena the staff is great and Andy the owner is fantastic super…read morenice and caring

If you are looking for a place for your loved one, look no more. Andy/owner, his wife, along with…read morehis caretakers provide the best experience for your loved one. I had the pleasure of working with Andy and his team and the passion they have for their residents is unmatched. I work with many owner/administrators and Andy and his team by far are the best I've ever encountered. I would absolutely recommend El Molino to anyone looking for the best care for your loved one.

Best in the business! I have vetted and selected several elder care facilities in Southern…read moreCalifornia for my mom over the last decade, and I've never seen one as extraordinary and professional in its quality of care as Con Carino. The owner is a gifted provider who hires carefully and offers the highest quality medical management and life quality for her clients. And she takes good care of their families, too. If you have a family member in need and there's an open spot, grab it! It's a rarity in today's care-giving community. You'll be forever grateful for their help. By Lori M.

I highly recommend Con Carino. I wish that I had been able to move my dad from his corporate…read moreassisted-living facility earlier. My dad was hospitalized for emergency surgery before he was able to move to Con Carino. Linda was very supportive throughout our decision-making process, then while he was in the hospital, and once he arrived at Con Carino. He was so happy once he got there--he looked around the room, which I had set up with his photos and other memorabilia, and said, "This is where I live now." Unfortunately, my dad didn't recover from his surgery and died a week after he got to Con Carino. When I was researching the care options, I knew that I wanted to have Linda's support for my dad and my family through his death--I just wish it hadn't happened so quickly. I can't speak highly enough about Linda and her staff and the facility.

Toured the property last week and was amazed how beautiful and friendly the property and staff are…read more And the food was so delicious! Definitely a wonderful place to visit loved ones in need of memory care! Tony Caracoza

Silverado Alhambra goes above and beyond for there residence…read more We had a very successful networking event adding additional resources to this amazing community. Jadelyn and Rochelle genuinely care about the quality they provide and we are so grateful

I just moved my dad from Las Vegas to the Oaks. After searching various places, I immediately fell…read morein love with the Oaks. It's a beautiful place and the people who work there are angels. My dad loves his new place and appreciates how nice everyone is there. They take such good care of him. And yes, their food is pretty darn good at their restaurant! I often eat there with my dad and also enjoy talking to the other residents too. If you or your loved one are looking for a fabulous independent living environment, with some support (daily check ins, weekly cleaning, meals, etc), I highly recommend the Oaks! Ask for Steven and Luis to get a tour!

My Parents enjoyed 6 years at the Oaks. The amenities and the staff were really great. After Mom…read morepassed, my sister moved in with him for a few years but he needed more care and transitioned into the Retreat, which is a fully assisted living. It's a 5 bedroom home. Dad lived there 5 years with the best care. The staff was like family. They truly cared for and loved my Dad. We're so grateful.

My husband's stepfather lived in Villa Gardens and so did his former mother-in-law. We knew it…read morewell. So when we had to look for a place for ourselves, this was the first place we looked. We liked it A lot. Enough that we tried to get in, but apparently we don't have enough money, so we didn't pass their means test. They gave us our money back, and we used it to move into another place in Pasadena.

My heart breaks to share that our beloved 98-year-old Grandpa Ken passed shortly after Andrew and I…read moremarried. Up until a month ago, Grandpa continued his daily routines of stretching, gardening, walking, exercising, socializing, driving, and investing in his stocks. The past month has been an emotional rollercoaster with Grandpa suffering from a fall fracturing his vertebra, a recent heart attack, and the discovery of aggressive cancer. Miraculously, we planned an intimate wedding at Grandpa's nursing facility within less than 24 hours of him being admitted. As our ring bearer, Grandpa held our family heirloom ring pillow Grandma Ginni (the same grandparent that passed in hospice at Villa Gardens in 2018) sewed for my mom's wedding in 1992. Before Grandpa passed, he signed our marriage license certificate as our witness. Although I'm brokenhearted Grandpa Ken couldn't get medically cleared to attend our larger wedding we've planned for 1.5 years on June 8, I'm grateful we could fulfill his dying wish to see his granddaughter married thanks to your wonderful staff including Irma!

A big thank you to Astoria's new Executive Director, Maria Quizon, and Maintenance Director, James…read more When I learned that residents were losing access to TV programming after 5 p.m., I brought the concern to Maria's attention. She listened, took it seriously, and worked with James to restore the programming for residents. This may seem like a small issue, but for many residents, evening television is an important source of enjoyment, comfort, and connection. I truly appreciate their responsiveness and willingness to act on resident concerns. Thank you, Maria and James, for your teamwork and for making resident quality of life a priority.

I've picked my mother up on several occasions where it is evident she is in respiratory distress…read more I've had to take her to the doctor and they've asked why the facility has allowed this to occur. Very recently, this occurred again and she ended up first in the emergency room, then was hospitalized for a couple of days. I have asked to speak with the director to inquire about staff protocols and whether or not a RN is on staff. She has not responded to either calls or emails. The actual staff working with my mother seem very caring. Management seems very lacking.