Whatever you think a Hospice is supposed to be (even if you have low-bar expectations) is EXACTLY…read morethe opposite of what The Elizabeth Hospice is. Hadn't been even 48hours between the time I called them for help with my loved one before I was being raked across the coals for not having enough help by two people who had never met me or my loved one, talked to us, been to our house, investigated our situation, who felt obligated to tell me they had reported me to Adult Protective Services for not having enough help for my mother... yeah, let that catch-22 sink in. Reprehensible, illogical, irresponsible, and lacking in integrity. Not helping in diminishing my stresses but adding to them doesn't seem to track with "hospice" or "care". The only reason for 2 stars is because they sent out incontinence supplies. However they're the kind my Betsy Wetsie doll as a kid would have had a blow out in.

The oncologist at Sharp scoffed when I said I was using Elizabeth and not his preferred Sharp care…read more That got in my head. Well after waiting five whole days for Sharp while my dad suffered in the hospital instead of being at home where he was comfortable, I gave up on Sharp and called Elizabeth. They replied immediately, started service immediately and were a HUGE help throughout the whole process. I would recommend them 10/10 to anyone who needs in home hospice care. Even after all the help, advice and support they continue to call and check in long after my father's passing and provide emotional support if needed. They're amazing and I want to thank everyone that works with them for the wonderful job they did at such a hard time in my life.

Eagles Nest Retirement Ranch is a wonderful facility for the elderly. The care and cleanliness are…read moresuperb. Owner, Maria Richly personally supervises her residents care as she is on premise every day. My mother was a resident at Eagles Nest Retirement Ranch for almost 2 years. During that time she was fed home made food and was really shown a lot of love by the staff. Last year Mom turned 105 years old. Yes, 105 is not a misprint. Maria put together a party for my mom which I will never forget. If you are looking for a truly superior environment for your loved one to spend their remaining years, this is as good as it gets.

My mother was a resident at Eagle's Nest for five and a half years, until she passed. She needed to…read morebe hoisted from one spot to another or to her wheelchair, and they were always patient with her needs. The care there was always excellent and she was always content. The amazing views, even from her small, but very comfortable private room, were spectacular, and with gracious covered patios on three sides of the home, she spent a great deal of time out in the fresh air, watching all the birds that flocked to the many bird feeders, enjoying the vast vistas (you can see for 20 miles in every direction), and doing activities on the large outdoor table. Maria and her staff always celebrated birthdays and holidays with lots of fanfare, and my mom received personal attention, like getting her nails painted or makeup done. Visiting her there was always comfortable and inviting. We were very lucky to find such a loving and beautiful place for my mother, once we could no longer care for her ourselves.

Brenda Lee is amazing. She is knowledgeable about all senior living options and has put in many…read morehours trying to find the perfect spot for our mother.

Brenda Lee and Oasis have helped so many of our clients. They have such great relationships with…read moretheir clients and have so much knowledge to help them find the right living location for the individual's condition, wishes, and goals.

It has been a year since my husband passed away. During the time we had Apreva Hospice helping…read moreus, I couldn't have been more pleased. When they said something was going to be delivered (bed, oxygen, physical therapist, doctor, nurses, etc) it was. They maintained constant contact with me. Over the past year since his passing Babs has maintained contact with me. Phone calls, offers of counseling, cards, all were appreciated. She got me through the "year of firsts"

I would avoid Apreva Hospice. My experience with them was extremely disappointing and added…read moresignificant stress during an already difficult time. Rather than providing comfort and support, I found their care to be poorly coordinated, inadequately individualized, and at times clinically inappropriate. My sister had a complex medical history that included recurrent syncopal (fainting) episodes. Unfortunately, hospice staff repeatedly interpreted these episodes as signs that she was actively dying or "transitioning" without adequately reviewing her medical history or understanding her underlying condition. After one such episode, I received a call from a hospice representative through an out-of-state call center recommending that morphine be started immediately. There was no apparent clinical indication for morphine at that time, and the caller was unable to explain the rationale for the recommendation or answer basic questions. This was both unsettling and concerning. On another occasion, a hospice nurse recommended oral antibiotics for a suspected aspiration-related infection. At the time, my sister was unresponsive and not eating or drinking, making oral administration impractical. Concerned about the recommendation, I had her evaluated in the Emergency Department. No infection was found, no antibiotics were indicated, and her symptoms were ultimately attributed to another syncopal episode from which she later recovered. I was also told that all of my sister's oral medications should be discontinued, despite the fact that she was still taking medications orally and there was no clear clinical reason to stop them. This recommendation created unnecessary anxiety and confusion. The hospice chaplain's conduct was also unprofessional. Facility staff ultimately asked him not to return after he put his feet on a table and requested flowers that were being used for a resident activity. Several nurses at the care facility privately expressed concerns about the quality of hospice care they were observing and recommended that I consider changing hospice providers. By that point, my sister's condition had become increasingly unstable, and I felt that changing providers would only add more stress. She passed away later that week. What was perhaps most disappointing was the lack of follow-up after her death. Her primary hospice nurse never contacted me to offer condolences, answer questions, or provide support. As an advanced practice healthcare provider, I recognized a number of concerning issues that may not be apparent to families without medical training. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this hospice organization.

We could not be more grateful for the love and care my mom received during the last 4 years of her…read morelife at Anne's Place. We moved her from a large facility that was understaffed and couldn't manage her dementia medication which resulted in her feeling anxious and agitated. Within a week of being at Anne's she was comfortable, and as happy as possible. Meals are homemade and residents gather at the dining table to eat together. Finding care for a loved one (especially dementia care) is such a heartbreaking process. I can't image how we could have made it though without Anne's Place.

Annie place is taking care my mom in law and it's wonderful place. Very clean and keep their…read morepatients clean, comfortable and feeds them well. My mom in law is completely bed ridden and she is happy as she can be and staff is excellent, no complaints.

I don't write a lot of Yelp reviews, but I really wanted to recognize Kayla Williams at Comfort and…read moreThrive. My mother lives in an assisted living home, and there was some confusion over the paperwork for her brand-new wheelchair. I had spent quite a while on the phone with the head nurse, who assured me they had no paperwork and no proof that the new wheelchair we had purchased for my mother was even on the premises. Instead, I was told they believed she was using an older wheelchair that had been provided by hospice and that it had to be returned to hospice immediately. My heart just sank. I felt frustrated because I honestly felt like what I was saying wasn't being heard. I was being told they had paperwork that showed something completely different, and I started to feel defeated. Not only was I being told I might have to pay for the six months they believed my mother had been using the hospice wheelchair, but I was also being told I would need to purchase a new wheelchair for her. That was a huge financial double whammy, and I was honestly beside myself. When Kayla heard how upset I was, she didn't hesitate. She immediately jumped into action. She was calm, reassuring, and never made me feel like I was on my own. One phone call later, and in less than 20 minutes, the entire situation was resolved. The biggest thing I walked away with wasn't just that the problem got fixed. It was how Kayla made me feel. She made me feel taken care of. She made me feel protected. When you're trying to take care of an elderly parent, that kind of compassion means everything. Thank you, Kayla, for turning one of the most stressful days I've had in a long time into one with a happy ending. Comfort and Thrive is very fortunate to have you. And one last thing...please give this lady a raise. She absolutely deserves it.

Comfort and Peace Hospice was recommended to me by an ICU nurse at Scripps Encinitas when my mom…read morewas being discharged from 7 days of intensive care she barely survived. My mom had previously been on hospice care with a different company and Comfort and Peace is head and shoulders superior to my previous experience. First of all, the speed of their responses and preparation for her discharge (over the holidays no less) was epic. I am so grateful for not only their responsiveness to us, but also the care and time they took to really get it right! They even helped me with facility placement recommendations Each function has been consistently responsive and communicative, as well. Nurse, social worker, etc. The team has directly contributed to my ability as a caregiver to function and deal with a difficult situation. No hesitation whatsoever giving my highest recommendation here

Silverado Escondido Memory Care is a truly wonderful facility. I was the live in caregiver for a…read morevery dear woman who became one of my most cherished friends and forever family to my young son and I. When it was time to take that next step and her family needed to choose the best option for a memory care facility their search finally ended when they found Silverado Memory Care in Escondido. Now that my dear friend has been living there she is so happy every time we come visit her. We just came to see her last night and she was relaxed while watching a funny movie with other residents. She and some of the others were laughing out loud about this particular movie. Recently one of her daughters attended one of their many fun events when they had an Elvis impersonator. I saw the pictures and could tell they had an amazing time! They were dancing and singing and interacting with "Elvis." Every time we have popped in for a visit and no matter what time of day or night everyone seems happy and well cared for. We have had good experiences with everyone that works there. They have all been kind, warm, friendly and helpful. My dear friend loves living there. She is at a stage of Alzheimer's where she has a need for a lot of wandering and walking and she is free to do so at this facility. She can also go outside in their beautiful yard and enjoy some sun and fresh air. I am grateful we can pop in to see her there anytime and know she is happy and doing so well. I am tearing up wrapping up this review because I am so grateful.

Moved mom in 2 weeks ago and could not be happier. They take care of everything. She was able to…read morebring her cat along with her. They welcome us to visit her anytime we want. They have numerous activities and we can tell that they really taking care of mom.

This is my review and a response to Ruth M. (Anne)'s review…read more My mother received care with Ardent for 6 months. I was her primary caregiver. Nurses: Megan, Emily, Michael, and Chaplain Rob, Social Worker Barbara, and NA Joana are my earthly angels. They have been available on a moment's notice, and they have carried me on their shoulders keeping me going when I didn't know what I was doing, if I could even do it, and when I was ready to quit because I felt like I was failing. With the utmost compassion and professionalism, they tailored Mom's care to her witty, funny, joking, and often times stubborn personality. Ruth M. (Anne), my aunt, as well as another aunt and an uncle had arrived the previous day. When the nurse and NA arrived together, there were already several people in the room. My mother, who just recently lost a good deal of cognitive function and was near the end of her life, woke up and was startled asking, "What's happening?" Confusion ensued with people talking to her and others asking the Ardent staff questions at the same time. And, then, of course, Mom didn't want any body to touch her. Ruth M. (Anne)'s review was based on ONLY this one visit, not on Ardent's long time devotion to the care for my mother and support to me, the primary caregiver. When my mom passed, yesterday, Michael was very comforting. He also made all the necessary phone calls and completed the final paperwork. I and my mom will be eternally grateful for Ardent.

Caring for a loved one who is passing is anything but easy. It challenges you and tugs on your…read moreheart. Without guidance and support I would have never made it through. Norell was sent from heaven. Her guidance with medication during the final hours and tenderness with the care of my Uncle Steven made his passing peaceful . I can't say enough wonderful things about her. She is the BEST. Thank you Norell for giving me the know how to help comfort him. It means the world to me.

I wish I could give more than 5 stars for the care my grandmother received from Head Nurse Roda and…read moreher amazing team. Gretchen, the nurse that was assigned to our home, was very communicative, open to all our questions, and treated my grandmother with so much kindness. My mom relied heavily on Gretchen to guide her through properly caring for my grandmother. Her attentiveness and competency were paramount to making my grandmother as comfortable as possible during her final months. Aida was assigned to help bathe and clean my grandmother twice a week. Her presence was not only comforting to my grandmother, but was a huge help to my mom who was her primary caretaker. Aida treated my grandmother with dignity, and I remember how happy and peaceful she was after receiving Aida's care. Thank you again Vista Hospice Care, our family will never forget all you did for our dear grandmother.

From the owner: Vista Hospice Care’s primary goal is to provide compassionate care to maximize the patient’s daily…read morequality in life. This care includes emotional and spiritual support, medical equipment, pain management, prescribed diagnosis medications and symptom recognition.