Cogir Senior Living

The grounds and the shared spaces are very nice. The interior of the rooms need updating, especially the kitchenettes. The refrigerators are very small and on the floor, which would not work for my elderly parents. The cupboards are dated and there is no counter room, to add a microwave and a coffee pot. The bathroom was clean and had enough space. Plenty of closet space. Large rooms.

We toured Lake Shore Commons but we did not choose them because the value for the money was not quite as good as another we looked at and it is definitely more independent with less care provided.

It is a really nice place there is no question about it, and the price is very comprable. The only small complaint is that there are a lot of people in assisted living and they seem to just roam around the community and even fall asleep out in the open. I love my apartment, it is a one bedroom but it is very spacious. It has a full kitchen a nice patio, and im right across from a forest and i can see the beautiful grounds. On the independent living side everyone has a patio but on the assisted living side they do not, and there is no kitchen but they do have a microwave. All of the apartment seem comprable and the food here is very good.

We chose Cogir of Vancouver because of the sales manager I talked to, he really worked with us and was fantastic. He was very understanding and laid it all out on the table. The room sizes here were great, it was a very nice 2 bedroom. They sent out newsletters to my parents, but I got very little communication and I wish that I would have gotten more. The food was really good here, my dad loved them. They were very strong on their covid protocols. Had everybody else been as positive and upbeat as the sales manager, I would definitely recommend but we did have some issues that never got resolved so I am on the fence due to covid.

I am happy here, there is no retirement home that is perfect, but when it's time it a good place to live. I would definitely recommend this community to others.

2 floors, more amenities but more residents, nice walking paths & gathering areas

The apt sizes are ok it depends on what you're used to, but they offer several different sizes. The food was not as good during covid, it is getting better now we are starting to go back to the dining room is small groups. I would recommend this community to others if you can afford it.

I think the value is good at this facility, however, there is no internet in the rooms, and cell service is bad. They don't like food, not enough veggies and its poor quality. overall I would recommend this facility to others.

I have been coming to Garden Valley retirement, helping my sister friend for 7 years. We have enjoyed new friends throughout the years. Before the covid-19 virus became a daily change in gathering together with others. I must say the food is very bad. In my opinion increasing the rent price each year is not nice, when most of their entertainment has been stopped.

I like being here. Many games to play and I have made many friends. I do think the food could be much better.

The residents have been getting bored and restless. The quality of food wasn't there due to delivering meals to the residents, due to COVID. All I heard from the residents was complaints over the food. I'm not sure if there was a limitations and needing to follow corporate guidelines. Post COVID the community was particular about following the safety protocols. I think they could have been better at providing stimulation/activities for the residents. Madrona Hills has gotten particular about the safety and cleanliness to keep COVID out of their community. I feel the price should have been dropped or a refund given due to the community not being able to offer all the amenities offered that was in the contract.

It's not bad, compared to the others. There are a few things lacking, it is good for the money. The service like transportation it is offered at limited times (only in the mornings, twice a week) for the residents to get to doctor appointments. They are offering meals at the door, and they are very friendly. It is an older place. There are not to many activities offered. My loved one moved in right before COVID. They provide three times a day, since residents can't get to the dining room, and bring snacks to each room. It is a beautiful place and the dining room is nice. Prior to COVID they had coffee and snacks prior in the dining room. There is a pond outside with chairs and very friendly. It is nicely priced compared to other communities. They do have cleaning services once a week and bring clean towels in.

Emerald Pond could use some improvements, the food is horrible. They have been through quite a few chefs, and their current chef just recently left. The rooms are adequate, nothing luxurious but are pretty good. If their loved one was very well and mobile we would recommend this to a family or friend.

I originally chose this community because is was under new ownership and it was what we could afford. My mother passed away in their care. At first, the care seemed okay, the food was good and she gained some weight She was in the memory care which was an affordable memory care. When we went to empty out my mother's belongings, we found her room to not be very clean. I would not recommend community to other families.

Inadequate management Newer residents not mentally appropriate for this alleged retirement community.

Up until Covid-19, I loved it here. Now that chef [name removed] has left - our food is not so good! New employees that have recently been hired are not the warm and fuzzy type that we were used too. I guess we're spoiled!! I know everyone is doing the best they can do with the restrictions that have been enacted by Governor [name removed]! Let's all pray that we will survive!!

It is O.K. - Not bad - Not good. I can afford to live in this studio apartment. Everything goes up, including my rent but not my income! I try to eat what is served, or I give it to the dog, or usually garbage. I keep food in my refrigerator to eat on those days. Housekeeping just O.K. The view is superb! Breathtaking, marvelous Cascade Mountain view wonderful!

The staff is great and I am very happy with my apt. But the building needs repair. The roof needs new shingles, it leaks, and my bacony needs new floor (dry rot). Need new furniture and carpeting in the dining room and common areas.

The food was fair. It was bland and they didn't offer a big variety. My apartment was really nice and the building was nice. Everything seemed to be inexpensive as far as what they provided there. I chose this community because from all of the places I looked at, it had the best rating.

The community goes out of their way to make sure everything is clean and you can tell when walking around that everything is clean. In general, the staff is very friendly. Even in an emergency situation, the staff remains friendly. The community is a good value, however on the pricey side, with one exception, the food started out very good, and now it is only mediocre. We believe they are trying to improve, however, it hasn't improved yet. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the community is on total lock down. Family isn't allowed to visit and we are not allowed to leave our apartments unless it is for a doctors appointment. We feel they doing a good job of keeping us residents safe. The care is ok. Sometimes they do not show up to assist with showers or other services. Sometimes there is also a language barrier which makes communication difficult. Most of the caregivers, however, we feel don't have adequate CNA training. Some of the caregivers are more friendly, however there are exceptions. They normally provide in a lot of good activities for residents, we have been impressed with what they have to offer. During the Covid-19 pandemic, there hasn't been much in the way of activities. After being tested, we have no cases of Covid-19, so to provide some outside time, they are allowing us to walk with assistance in mask and gloves around the property, which provides needed time outside the apartment. The community is requiring all those that visit hospital to be quarantined for 14 days.