I have enjoyed Eden Vista Madison very much. The staff are friendly and helpful, the environment is…read moreclean. The food is excellent- try their salad bar! The care is great and the aids truly care and know about the residents likes and dislikes. They offer variety of care.

Great views of a small prairie, and woods, out back. They also offer a good amount of space for…read moregardening to their residents, many of whom plant vegetables there. There are deer, woodchucks, raptors, songbirds and even a family of turkeys living in the immediate vicinity. There is also a small City of Madison park adjacent, giving a place for visiting grandchildren to play out-of-doors.

From the owner: Helping older adults lead lives of growth, happiness, health and security has been the focus of…read moreOakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries for more than six decades. At the center of our longstanding mission are two non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Communities we own and manage in Madison, Wisconsin.

The staff at Oak Park Place (East) are excellent. I was there after surgery. The Director of…read moreNurses and all of the RNs that provided me with care were so professional, kind, caring and were responsible for me being able to return home in a timely manner. My Occupational Therapist and Physical Therapist were both very kind and caring and took the time to listen to my concerns and provide suggestions and answers. They both are dedicated to getting a patient up and moving around so they can go home even on the days when you just want to lay in bed and not do anything (grin). The CNAs and MAs were all friendly and very helpful. Also the manager of food service went out of her way to get the food I needed because of a food allergy. The facility was kept clean. I would highly recommend Oak Park Place.

Years ago a loved one was in the skilled nursing section of Capitol Lakes. I was struggling to…read morelower him into his wheelchair while a nursing assistant who was in the room did not lift a finger to help me. He slid to the floor. Another time I visited and my loved one was sitting in his wheelchair in a puddle of pee which had pooled on the floor. Another time I was berated by a staff member because she couldn't find his shoes, which were in his closet, like I told her. I also got accused of stealing food from the kitchen, which turned out to be unfounded. I tripped and fell coming out of the elevator because it wasn't level with the floor. Hopefully the place has improved.

Our family moved my parents into Capitol Lakes in October of 2009. Out of all tre retirement…read morefacilities located in Madison, Capitol Lakes was chosen for a host of reasons, and after almost 10 years, we are all happy with Capitol Lakes. First and foremost is the location, only 2 blocks from the square. Secondly, Capitol Lakes has multiple levels of care, including Senior Housing, Assisted Living and a Nursing Home that includes Dementia Care. In Senior Housing, all unites have a full kitchen. There are also 3 restaurants. Including The Seasons, The Cafe and The Lunchbox. There are Heated garages and large, walk-in storage lockers. There is a large health facility with 2 swimming pools, a hot tub andhigh end exercise equipment. There is an on-site beauty salon. They also provide classes, lectures and programs on a daily basis. Everyone shopping for retirement residences must take a look at Capitol Lakes!

In-home care has arrived late or not at all. office says this is not standard or ok, but it recurs…read morewithin a day or two. 2 stars because when they do show up, they are kind and competent.

I agree with the other Reviews -- 1st thing to understand: the various BrightStar's -- they are a…read moreFRANCHISE operation (picture: McDonald's) that people Buy Into: they have limited training -- I think it's just 4 days. Yes, those commercials by the founder that appear on TV -- claims are laughable! Often the spiel from the sales team is way different from what you actually get from who shows up at your door! You do Not want to place the health, well-being, security of your loved one in their poorly trained, less-than-compassionate hands.

Everything ! The care and consideration they give to each resident is phenomenal regardless of…read morewhat level of care you receive. Cannot say enough !

staff was very welcoming and friendly. I wanted some food for my gram gram and the nursing…read moreassistants were so nice to me. 4 stars.