12 Oaks Senior Living

We chose Emerson South Collins because of the affordability, the staff that I was introduced to during the tour, the food, and the activities provided. The meals here are chef prepared and she has been happy with them. They do send out newsletters for updates, but they do not put dates so that part can be confusing. I really like the opportunity for activities that they offer and the independence. They are a little slow when it comes to fixing things. Overall I would recommend them.

The staff were nice and committed. They decorated the community very nicely. I believe this was head and shoulders above the other communities I looked at. I am so glad we got to go Mackenzie Place. There was a problem we had was the medication distribution. The nurse didn't let me know that it was my responsibility to call the doctor. There was a break down between shifts and the administration team and the family of my loved one. The doctor never came to see my loved one during their stay in the community, until the very last day. I had to call the doctor myself to come and see my loved one. The doctor was very causal and was in his golf clothes. I thought this was unusual.

Cedarhurst was better than average until COVID-19 then the availability of food choices went down along with the quality of the food. I can now get a better burger at Wendys or McDonalds than here. When COVID-19 hit, even though its supposed to be Senior Living, I suddenly couldn't leave my apartment for most reason including going to the doctor unless I absolutely stated that it was medically necessary and then was quarantined for 14 days after each doctor visit. without choice. I have diabetes along with other medical conditions that require me to be physically seen by my doctor periodically so feel like I was being punished for taking care of my health. They don't enforce any mask wearing or other precautions among the residents but won't let outside people in without certain precautions. Unless you live here already, then you really don't have to do anything different as long as you stay within the building. Tired of being treated like a child when I am an adult and can take responsible care of myself. This is NOT assisted living or a nursing home or even Independent Living but a senior living facility with some perks to help live a more fulfilled life, or was. Everything is directed by offsite management that is based in nursing home care.

This community was smaller and the residents seemed older and less responsive than others I had seen at another community . The facility was built in the early 90's and the cabinetry looks dated. The rooms are mostly the studio set up and are very small.

Parent did not want to look due to some friends review. [Name removed] was very friendly on phone, but at this time not interested.

They can't keep workers long enough, so we are the ones who suffer because our apts do not get cleaned or bed sheets+towels not washed. The same thing happens with servers in the dining room, but they sure go up on our rent every year, not realizing that we are not on a fixed income but in a declining income.

poor management for old people. The place is not as clean as it should be & activities are limited. No exercise equipment is provided. Apartment services very poor. Short handed on help. Food OK most of the time.

I toured this community and [Removed] was very nice and knowledgeable. But I didn't like it it was really old and dirty to me. It needs updating and some TLC. The apartments were small and had no stove in them. It reminded me of an old folks home.

The people are very friendly. The activities are great.

I love the residents here… Lovely people that I enjoy being with I like and appreciate the activities provided.

We need more workers, servers and maintenance.

My review: The brain fitness is a good, actively -it makes my senses up. Could be expanded to 2 to 3 times a weeks and be even more helpful. As far as this community – the Jury is still out and I am a relatively new residents.

I would like to see permanent people at front desk, dining area, and housekeeping, the only way decrease the turn over is to increase their salaries!!! The food is much better since chef [Removed] has taken ever.

I did not get a good feeling when I visited this community. We toured on a weekend day and the community did not seem very active. The owner I spoke to was nice. I just did not think this would be the right place for my loved ones.

this is a nice facility and the only one that offered cookies at the end of a very full day. The units were a nice size and the person from the cleaning staff was very friendly.

Although I liked the facility, I do not want to settle here due to the unscheduled up's and down's of the rates.

This looked like a nice community when we visited. This community is larger than what we were looking for. Mom's room would of been located at the far end of the building. The people we met were fabulous. They did want a fee up front that we were not able to provide.

I had a tour of this community and I did not like what I saw. I felt there was not enough staff in the community. It seemed like the staff did not enjoy their job and didn't show that they cared.

We toured this community for mom. The staff seemed to be able to answer the questions we had for care. The community was nice and clean. The menu seemed appealing, but not what my mom wanted. Families should tour before that make a decision on care for a loved one.

Within 6 months, too much turn over of staff. Food could be more varied and tastier.