My mother has lived there for 3 years. The care staff is amazing and the food has improved so much…read more We really love it there!

We had 2 family members in this residence and had to move both due to sub-par care…read more The first resident was improperly cared for after a fall and forced to stand on what ultimately was a broken hip. Reports of the incident were then inaccurately reported to the home office. Multiple attempts to work with the home office resulted in no returned phone calls and no corrective action. The point of contact for the family was never notified and the resident had to call directly to reach the family. The second family member was in memory care and moved due to lack of hygiene care and the facilities inability to stop a male resident that continually entered her room and scared her even after multiple requests from the family to care staff. Facilty often had a bad smell unless it was just after cleaning day. Most of the staff were friendly but there have been lots of turnover and they were using contract staff not permanent employees for many roles.

Joshua G does a great job with his duties at Arbor. He is very friendly and personable and cares…read moreabout his job. Highly recommend Joshua

From my experience in senior living, Arbor Terrace South Forsyth really stands out. It's a…read morewonderful community with an awesome, caring team.

I understand that everyone's medical needs are different, and people will respond to treatment…read moredifferently based on their own needs and experiences. The following is just a screenshot of my experience with this facility. Firstly, this facility was highly recommended and encouraged by Northside Hospital and their doctors during my mother's unfortunate visit before her discharge. It also had good reviews on Google and other outside sources so I was excited that my mother might be going to the best place for her well-being and to get the help she needed. Upon admission to Encompass, they were taking pictures of any injuries, I assume to cover their own liabilities but also took pictures of her genitals, which is illegal I've learned. She had a bad rash from being hospitalized for 2 weeks and having bouts of diarrhea during her stay at Northside Hospital prior. My mother was at Encompass only a week and this rash on her bum, that they took pictures of, was not treated by this facility during her stay. She was only given a shower by the staff once in that week. Other showers were requested but only got towels with no assistance. The nurses had a lackadaisical and dismissive attitude about the bed & chair alarm as well, often sounding off for more than 10 minutes at a time. The nurses didn't check on her often, I was there regularly for more than 5 hours or more and they didn't even poke their head in the door during my visits. The only time they had any interaction with her was at meal times, medicine times, or when the bed alarm was activated. On another visit, her scheduled therapy was listed until 12:30 and I arrived at 12:20 - she was in her room eating lunch at that time. When asked about it, they said they finished early. If she was capable of doing all they asked, they should fill the remaining time doing supplemental exercises or just walking. Physical therapy, of which this facility prides itself on, "5 hours a day" I was told at first, has not been adequate for my mothers' needs. (The 5 hours I was promised quickly became just 1.5 to 3 hours a day after her arrival.) Also, upon taking in a new patient, the doctors just mirror all the medications and oxygen needs that the hospital had administered prior, without their own evaluation of any kind and without viewing a time-chart of when the medicine was last given. I had instructed the hospital to stop giving her certain medications based on her previous list of allergies and reactions to the meds she was given. Upon entering this rehab facility, they just started them all over again without evaluating the need for them. (The list included anti-diarrhea, one for constipation, psychiatric meds, another for sleeping, 3 different antibiotics - antibiotics given for no reason) After confronting the doctor about this, she reluctantly agreed to stop just one of the psychiatric medications they were giving her to calm her down, only based on my complaint. The oxygen was also unnecessary, (she averaged 92) but she was forced to wear it resulting in a open sore in her nostril. I was told several times that the "respiratory therapist" would need to evaluate the need for the o2 but, to my knowledge, no evaluation was done and only physical therapy monitored the o2 level. I would also expect the case worker would've been in touch with me much sooner and would not have to be tracked down after being there 3 days. I called the main line and the lady who answered was snarky and rude, snapping at me saying, "I need your mother's name, you think". The man stationed at the front desk in the evening seemed to be conducting his own side business on the phone, and this front desk job was just a nuisance to him. I requested an early discharge due to many issues with this facility. Upon confirmation of an early discharge, I was told to be there at 10am. I arrived at 9:30am and My mother was still sleeping, breakfast cold. The nurse said they were unable to wake her for PT or breakfast that morning. "What did they give her last night to put her out like that?", I asked the nurse. That was not usual for my mother to be so groggy, especially at 9:30am. Was this a personal attack for seeking an early discharge? I later saw a schedule from her last day stating that she indeed had therapy when she was not present for it. I guess they just billed it to insurance anyway. I suspect there are others that have experienced similar events and have said nothing. Maybe society has become used to being governed by many questionable practices and has become too forgiving of others instead of correcting bad behavior. Maybe they just don't know they're bad. I just wish people knew and wanted to do the right thing.

I'm a 76-year-old woman. Two days after Christmas I slipped from a footstool and landed on a tiled…read morefloor, breaking my hip in two places. Unable to get up, my husband called 911 and I was transported by ambulance to Kennestone hospital. Early the next morning, I underwent surgery to repair my hip. Pending release, I needed to select a rehabilitation facility. The hospital gave us a list of about 10 facilities in the Atlanta area, but the online reviews were largely negative. Fortunately, my family did some fast research, talked to friends about alternative facilities, and Encompass Health and Rehabilitation Hospital of Cumming was the overwhelming recommendation. After several phone calls between my family and Encompass, my surgeon gave me a referral to the Cumming GA facility. A bed opened on New Year's Eve, and I was transported there late that night. The level of care I received was exceptional, and with the treatments from their phenomenal occupational and physical therapists, I was released in 7 days. The entire staff, including medical, therapeutic, and administrative, were excellent. Now at home and with the aid of a wheeled walker plus in-home PT twice a week, I'm continuing to improve. I strongly recommend Encompass Health for anyone requiring similar services due to injury or illness. Go to their comprehensive website (encompasshealth.com) and, if you have any questions, call them at 470-522-4200.

7/18/2023 My mother died today from your negligent covid…read moremanagement and lack of concern for residents. Because she was very ill from catching the virus at your facility in Sugar Hill, Mom was so weak that she couldn't go to the bathroom herself, and had already fallen. So I was staying on a cot in her room. I needed to go out to check on my dog and get clean clothes and food. I asked Jenna if she could please have someone watch mom for half an hour. She agreed. I received a call after about 15 minutes that mom had fallen again. I rushed to Benton house to find mom with a huge blood filled bump on her head. She was dazed and possibly concussed. Jenna swore up and down that someone was checking on mom. Then she backpedaled, simpering about company policy that wouldn't allow an employee to watch mom even for a very short period of time. They can only help after mom fell, and she pressed the pendant. Of course, Jenna conveniently left out the fact that if you are knocked unconscious or the aides take an hour or more to respond because half were sick with covid ( since there is no vaccine requirement), I guess it is too bad for the resident. I found out later that Jenna lied about having someone keep an eye on Mom because it was a resident that called for help when she saw mom lying in the doorway to her room. No one was even told mom needed watching. So you can ditch the platitudes. Admit that the only important value of Benton House is the bottom line. Residents are insignificant. Management are soulless monsters that can't even be bothered getting vaccinated or draw up a working plan to stop the spread of a deadly virus. I chose Benton House believing that Mom would be safe at the times I couldn't be with her. I was so wrong. My wonderful Mother died today. I am seriously considering contacting the senior ombudsman or a lawyer so no other daughter will have to go through this nightmare caused by your people's failures. Sincerely, Susan Hilla

My mother lived here for two and a half years before her death at 92. This facility is excellent…read moreand the care she received was phenomenal. The building is very clean, attractive and well kept. She originally lived in a cute 1 bedroom apartment with her own furniture and art. A year ago, after suffering a stroke, she moved to the Memory Care where she lived until her death. The care providers are really what makes this place exceptional. I felt like everyone there really cared for my mom. Whenever I visited, the staff would catch me up in detail on how she'd been. Her personal care was always excellent even after she became non-verbal. The administration is always available and easy to work with. The nursing staff is top notch as well. I recommend Benton House of Sugar Hill without reservation.

I moved my mom into The Phoenix at James Creek a few months before COVID. At the time, I was told…read moreby a gentleman who said his mom lives there that the food was one of the best things about the place -- and that's one of the main reasons I chose it. Unfortunately, that couldn't be further from the truth. The food is absolutely terrible. I wouldn't serve some of it to anyone. The kitchen seems to go through cooks constantly, and the meals look and taste like something thrown together with no care at all. I've posted pictures so you can see for yourself -- what they are calling "lasagna" on the menu. It looks like it is missing marinara sauce and was filled with something that could pass for cat pate. You can't even tell that it is what it is. Also, do you serve corn and broccoli with lasagna? My mom sends me photos of her meals all the time, and it's heartbreaking. I've resorted to taking her grocery shopping so she can have something decent to eat. I genuinely feel sorry for the residents who don't have family nearby to help them. It's a shame because the facility itself is clean and the staff are kind and caring. But the food situation is unacceptable -- and it's been this way for years now. If management doesn't fix the kitchen problem, it overshadows everything else that is good about the place.

Experiencing a decision like this is so challenging and difficult. My father in law took a turn…read morethat we could not have expected. Suddenly we had many decisions to make that we were not prepared to make. We were directed to The Phoenix and James Creek. We had lived in the area for many years but were unaware of this facility. Victoria was so kind and gave us a tour of The Phoenix. We had never seen anything like this as it was like being at a lodge in Colorado. The building is beautifully decorated and has amenities I couldn't imagine from a library, to a Garden room, to a movie room, etc. We spent a few hours here and every staff member greeted us with kindness, knowledge, and friendliness. They knew all of the residents names and genuinely seemed joyful in their job. When he arrived after being transported from the hospital they immediately took care of him and gave him a bath. His first meal here he ate every bite and loved the food. We are grateful we found a place that would love on him when we can't. We also love the area as it is in a residential area where the local community supports and loves on the residents.

With over 18 months of having an incontinent family member reside here our advice is to run not…read morewalk away from this horrendous facility. We had a camera that we checked remotely and you should have one! Meetings with the Executive Director and Wellness Director were held at our request but nothing changed after their promises. The CNA's are very lazy and left our loved one in soiled diapers with urine and feces. They would walk in the room, look but not touch him and walk back out. Minimal effort is made to do anything. Diapers were not changed on any schedule and sometimes not even once in 24 hours The laundry situation is a joke. After realizing that the laundry facility was in dire need of care, we took the laundry home. The machines are old, don't work right and the laundry detergent that feeds into the machines is usually empty. Most of the machines need to be replaced They laughed at and yelled at him because his diaper was so full of urine and feces. The caregivers morale is low. They came in and yelled at our family member because they had to change him. We finally got one fired, but the others still made cruel comments to him and laughed. Housekeeping and cleanliness is an issue. Rooms were moped with dirty water and vanity and si sky were never cleaned. our loved one died in early December but we were not refunded the balance of the December rent $3, 300 until Feb 6. In our view the owner of Ivy Springs is enriching himself with this low budget facility to the detriment of those who proclaim to give quality care and respect. We will never place anyone in Ivy Springs or any Mainstay Senior living facility, the parent company. Please please do not use this facility. we had a family member spend from 9 to 3 every day and it was horrific.

My dad was constantly dehydrated while living there (3 months) including hospitalization for…read moredehydration. My dad was provided some water with meals, although preferred drinks were provided. My dad was not showered for 4 weeks. Laundry was piled up in shower, many items lost in laundry

A friend was admitted to the Buford facility and her family and I were extremely impressed. It's a…read morehome-like setting, with extremely kind staff. The facility was very clean on our unannounced visits. The owners and staff expressed genuine concern for the happiness, comfort snd well-being of their patients and their families. We met the family members of another resident while we were there, snd they told us how happy they have been with the care provided. My friend was assessed by the owners before she was accepted, to help ensure the right place for her among the three facilities. I would highly recommend this business.

WARNING-do not place your loved one in this facility! Owner is very unprofessional and does not…read morefollow state guidelines. My mother was admitted and within 48 hours sent to the hospital without our consent. Shortly after the family was notified that our mother was being sent to the hospital for a stomach ache-we received a text to pick up her belongings. She was not a good fit for their facility and required more attention than they expected. She was literally put out on the street with no place to go. Anyone that could do this to an elderly person in my mother's condition and sleep at night SHOULD NOT BE IN THIS BUSINESS! Daniela-you will be reported to the state and we will not stop until the doors of all three business are closed! Daniela-your response to my review shows your lack of professionalism. I hope anyone who reads this review will appreciate the time you spent sharing personal information that is unsubstantiated in an attempt to clear your name. We as customers have the RIGHT to review your facility. This site is not about reviewing paying customers. You are only making yourself look bad. As we search for a new facility and mention your name-we find our mother is not the only one to suffer from your abuse. I spoke with another facility yesterday (someone from your claimed community) that was also speaking with a family whose parent was under your care and was very displeased with your services. Our mother has never been discharged from any facility nor have I been banned from any facility. I'm not sure why you choose to fabricate these lies about our families situation. Your rant shows your true character and the uncaring nature of a person that has no business calling yourself a caregiver.

Helen and Jim and their staff are angels. My father had significant dementia, was fairly paranoid,…read moreand had Parkinson's Disease. He was a challenge, especially at night when he had his times mixed up. The staff was firm but caring, and they made certain my dad was safe. They made the most challenging and stressful part of my life much more manageable, because I was confident that they cared for my dad as much as I did. The facility is just like someone's home, a very clean home. Meals are home-cooked. The staff know each resident, and they are always, ALWAYS patient and kind. There are activities. Staff manage medications impeccably. The health, safety, and comfort of the residents is at top of mind of every staff member. It's impossible for me to sing their praises high enough. If you need peace of mind for your aging loved one, you cannot go wrong with Mayfield Oaks. They are your extended family.

July of 2019. We are now going into our third year at Mayfield Oaks. Moms dementia is much worse…read moreand the staff here has been excellent dealing with it. Helen the owner has gone out of her way to work with the in's and outs of this terrible disease. I can't recommend this place enough. Mayfield Oaks has been a life saver for our family. After a long period trying to find the best option for our mom and having to move in and out of various properties, we realized she just could not adapt well to the larger communities. The resort-like atmosphere of those places was very appealing to us, as younger adults, but once you got past the flashiness, it was always missing was the love and care you get when living in a smaller place. The attention our mom receives now is better than even we could give her in our own home. She fell in love with Mayfield because it reminded her of her own house and she feels like she is living with family - and the staff has truly become our extended family. It's been the single greatest choice we have ever made.