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Derek (who I believe is the marketing manager) is very personal and wonderful. Shonona (sp?) brown is very warm, accommodating, and sensitive.

The staff at Serenades By Sonata West Orange cared for my wonderful mother for the last 9 months of her life in 2013. My mother was 96 and needed 24 hour nursing care and the staff at Serenades took the best care of her from the nurses to the maintenance personnel. The facility is VERY clean and always welcoming to family members. My mother was treated with the utmost respect and the administration is open to all comments and requests.

Serenades by Sonata Longwood, is a special place to me. My mother lived there until she passed away in 2012, at the age of 98 years old. I saw first hand the affection and care provided to her and to the rest of the people in residence. It was all that I and I think everyone who has a family member staying there would hope for. Serenades is a well conceived and managed facility. Management is committed to excellence and loving care. I continue to visit, out of respect and affection for the people who look after and take care of our loved ones.

We toured here when we were looking into places. This was lovely we really liked it. It was not close enough to us, to be a great option, but it was very nice, and the staff was very friendly as well.

We moved Mom to Park Place in OFallon, MO because she needed the higher level of assisted living care. We have thus far been quite satisfied with this move. The staff are friendly and attentive. Mom's health has improved as a result of the extra care she is receiving, and she is showing signs of interest in activities. I visited the other night, and she was working on a picture puzzle, something she has not done in at least 4 years. She seemed more alert and interested in things. Park Place has more security than her previous location. She is escorted from her room down the elevator to the dining area. This reduces the chances of her falling or of forgetting to go eat at the right time. The facility is secured in the evening after 7:30, but family can get a code to enter and leave the building after that time. The facility is almost brand new and is elegant. There are gathering areas and televisions scattered throughout the facility. The rooms are nice. The pricing is competitive. I particularly like the fact that the only extra charge is for those with diabetes who must take insulin. A lot of other places charge more for other assistance activities as a person's needs increase.

I think they try very hard, it's kept very clean. The staff couldn't be better. I haven't had a bad experience at all. They all work very hard, and the owners are right here and they are hands on. It's family owned and their daughters work here too, they are even here on the weekends. They are knocking on the door all the time, for activities. They have someone that will come and get me and stay with me while I exercise, it's almost like having your own personal trainer. The food I would give a four, and they are working on it, it's cooked in another building and brought here, and it's not always hot enough. I think they cook the vegetables too much, and others think they are fine, so you can't please everyone. It's a gorgeous place, very opulent to look at.

Serenades is an exceptional place with exceptional, caring loving and supportive people. We are so glad we chose Serenades for my Mom. This is a difficult journey and with out them it would be even more difficult -She is cared for with Dignity and love everyday. The activities they offer are fun, creative and happy. We are so fortunate and we Thank all of you for what you do everyday - :)

I am so happy to have found Serenades for my mother who has severe dementia. I love that it is so close to my home in The Villages and I can stop in anytime to visit. The staff and caregivers are always friendly and happy to communicate with me what is going on with Mom and even share some of the funny things she says. They are so kind and patient with the residents, I honestly don't know how they do it. I love the Lifelong Learner's Program, 3 times a day to keep their minds stimulated. What a great concept! I like the size of the facility ad the way it is laid out with the lovely courtyard in the middle. Everything is well maintained and beautifully furnished. ALL STARS

Our experience with The Hamptons at Meadows Place has been great! The director, Byron was extremely helpful from the very beginning. He helped to make the transition so smooth. The lady they sent out to do the assessment was very nice and professional. Everything was done in a timely manner. From the administrative staff to the financial person, everyone was very helpful, to not only the family, but resident as well. The nursing staff and housekeepers are very accommodating. They meet all of our needs as far as assistance goes. My mother in law was able to move into a one bedroom apartment, which was very spacious. We just fell in love with The Hampton. We're very pleased with them. In fact, the moment we drove up, my husband and I told our children, we wouldn't mind staying here. Great place.

I’d like to recognize Serenades by Sonata as an Assisted Living Facility that provides the loved ones entrusted to them with exceptional care. Without a doubt one of the biggest and most difficult decisions I’ve had to make in life is choosing an ALF. As my mom has just completed her third year in Serenades, I must say that the care she has received has exceeded my expectations in every way. Exemplary, compassionate staff, beautiful, clean and well maintained facilities along with educational programming that is both respectful and stimulating in my opinion is what makes Serenades by Sonata stand out as a 5 star ALF.

I have witness first hand the love and care all the staff has for its residents. They put forth the effort to keep everyone stimulated and comfortable. The activities are first class and educational. My family feels Serenades is a very safe and loving environment for our mom. Her favorite place is the beautiful garden. We looked at a few other facilities but always came back to Serenades. It just feels like home.

I made a commitment that I would never put my parents or my wife's parents in a nursing home as long as I was capable of providing for them. At the time, I did not have the experience of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. After living with my wife and me for over two years, it became increasingly obvious that we were not equipped to deal with my mom’s disease. After two years, we came to the conclusion that it was in her best interest to seek professional help. My wife and I researched local institutions very thoroughly and until we found Serenades, we were very anxious about our limited options. We visited several excellent assisted living facilities, but the Alzheimer’s units always felt like the prison wing. I don’t think I need to say more. We moved mom into Serenades shortly after it opened, which was over two and a half years ago. We can’t say enough about the facility and the staff. I know in my heart that my mom is loved and well cared for at Serenades. I usually take my mom for a walk around this beautifully appointed facility and all of the caregivers wave and greet her by name and usually greet her with a hug. My wife claims that I am OCD so I notice everything. The place is always spotless and well maintained. It is very obvious that this facility was designed with the knowledge of the needs of the elderly, especially those with Alzheimer’s. Each room is decorated and furnished by the family so that it provides a sense of familiarity to the residents. Even the room lighting and motion sensors in the rooms are there for the safety and comfort of the residents. My hat is off to the chef at Serenades as well. Every meal that I have eaten there with my mom has been great. The only complaint that I have heard from the staff was that the food was too good and that they had gained a few pounds while working there. We love the fact that the nurses, caregivers and the visiting doctor are all part of a team that work together to oversee the health of my mom and the other residents. The staff is able to give the doctor information about my mom that may be important for her health. This is important to me since I can't be there with her every day. If there is a problem, it can be handled quickly and effectively. When I receive a call from Serenades, I usually brace for some bad news, but they always start the conversation with “There is no problem with your mom” to let me know to not panic. They always keep me fully informed of any issues related to her activities or her well-being. They always call to let me know that they noticed something or need to renew prescriptions, etc. Another area that is top-notch at Serenades is the activities. They have singing, dancing, games, puzzles and painting to name a few. When you enter Serenades, you immediately notice the amazing paintings that the residents have created. It takes a lot of work and patience to get a group of people with Alzheimer’s to work together to paint a canvas painting, but they pull it off and the results are amazing. I would die if I walked in and saw my mom sitting and watching TV all day. This would not be the life that I would choose for her. They stimulate and entertain the residents with iPAD memory games along with the other types of activities. We love the staff at Serenades and can’t say enough good things about them or the facility. We feel that they, along with many of the other residents, have become a part of our family. We are at peace with our decision and would highly recommend Serenades of Longwood to anyone with a parent that needs Alzheimer’s or dementia care. I don’t think you could find better. The most important thing is that my mom is happy there and she deserves nothing but the best.

All 6 Stars! I am so pleased with Serenades. The Executive Director, and all the staff are so caring and helpful, including the cleaning and facility personnel. The nursing staff, and the CNA's are so kind and gentle with my dad. I know through no fault of his own (it is the disease) my dad can be difficult at times, but the staff is so patient with him, and very understanding. I feel we have excellent communication with the staff, and are kept informed of his health on a consistent basis. The facility is immaculate, and not only do they take into consideration the residents comfort, but they also ensure the visiting families are comfortable and welcomed at all times. I am thrilled we found such a wonderful home for dad.

Serenades by Sonata in Longwood is a wonderful place for those who can no longer live alone. The staff is amazing, always putting the residents' needs first. They are so kind and loving toward each resident. They take the time to really get to know their needs and wants to keep them happy and comfortable. Everyone has been very friendly in the two + years my father has lived here, residents, family members and the entire staff. Julie Fernandez, the director is everywhere in the community, helping out, visiting, always visible and available! As difficult a decision as it is to find a good place for your loved one, Serenades has made it as easy as possible. I have only praise for the facility, no complaints after all this time. Oh, and as a final thought. I have had my mother and my father in many facilities, this is by far the best.

Well Everyone, my sister and I not only have 1 parent currently at Serenades, but we have both parents at Serenades. One parent with Alzheimer's, the other with Dementia. They have been married 63 years and are able to still enjoy one another at Serenades. Activities and meals are very nice. The environment is newly built and has the appearance of a new home on the inside. All the residents are at different stages, but appear happy around one another. We are glad we found Serenades. Staff... You are wonderful!!! Hugs!

So far things have been great with Homewood, I'd give them top marks across the board! It's a small, homey feeling community, and the staff all seem very warm and friendly! They really bent over backwards to make sure that my loved one's transition here was smooth and comfortable!

This is a wonderful facility. The people, particularly the Marketing Director, Lois Miller, are top notch

Loved it and will also seriously consider this location.

It’s a wonderful place. She likes the food. It has lovely grounds. The staff has been great, very friendly and supportive. The community is clean and well maintained. It’s a good value for the money. The care services are meeting our needs.

The Mann House offers an intimate environment where everyone feels included. I moved my Mom there because she has memory issues and Mann provides an environment whee she does not realize her limitations. Everyone is very friendly, there are a lot of activities and Mom has her own apartment. I was so concerned this change would be hard for her but she is very happy.