Life Care Services LLC

I received occupational and physical therapy at Assisi healthcare at Clare Oaks. I received excellent care. The nurses and nursing techs were professional and yet friendly and compassionate. There was no long waiting to get nursing care; once I rang the buzzer someone came quickly and ready to help. The therapy was excellent and both therapists were helpful and explained each phase of the therapy. I couldn't imagine better care. Spiritual needs are also met with daily celebrations of the Mass and visits from the Ministers of Care. Anyone needing transitional care, Assisi Healthcare at Clare Oaks is the place to go.

Just a quick note about Dad's stay at Bellingham. Both Park Lane and Brandywine buildings are both very clean, nicely decorated and well maintained. Dad spent the first three weeks in the Park Lane at Bellingham skilled nursing unit after a hospital stay. The care was top notch that Dad received. All of the staff was very professional and friendly. Dad was not feeling well at all when he arrived. The nurses, aides and therapists were all very patient and compassionate with Dad. Often times Dad can be a picky eater but with the many meal choices available he was very happy with his food. The physical and occupational therapists worked very well with Dad and he made great progress during his stay. When Dad was discharged this week for the skilled unit, the nurse explained everything in detail and made the transition smooth to Brandywine assisted living next store. The social work director [Removed] was especially helpful even when she was home on the weekends making herself available to answer questions and help out. We never had the feeling that we had to wait until Monday for an answer to a question. Earlier this week Dad transitioned over to a beautiful apartment in Brandywine assisted living next door. The staff at Brandywine has been great never making us feel pressured during the process. [Removed] were very accommodating with all of our concerns and needs. The maintenance worker AQ is also very friendly. He helped us out when we needed an adjustment or question. When someone told us they would call us back they did as said even on the weekends and evenings. They have made Dad feel very welcome to his new home. I had not heard of Bellingham prior to Dad getting ill a month or so ago. We are so glad we found Bellingham and are looking forward to Dad enjoying his new home.

My parents were very hesitant to leave their home and move to a retirement community. They have been at Parkwood for over a year now, and both will tell you that this move was one of the best decisions they have ever made. They now have new friends, eat better, and are so much more active than they were at home. The removal of the stress that comes with maintaining a house and figuring out meals has improved their overall health in general. Parkwood has a very homey feel to it in that the residents are very friendly, and the entire staff is caring and knows the residents by name. If I could give the entire staff a 10 star rating, I would! I really can't say enough good things about how wonderfully they have all cared for my parents. I honestly don't worry about them as I know they are so well taken care of. The only reason I didn't give Parkwood 5 stars is because the grounds look very tired, unwelcoming, and need improvements.

It has been absolutely perfect since we moved in! Move in was simple and went so much smoother than expected. I especially love that we can go out our sliding patio door to take our dog for a walk on the beautiful property.

My husband had a pleasant experience and the care was going very well and he adjusted pretty well.

The staff are welcoming and friendly. The community is beautiful. They do offer some daily initiatives and trips out. Mom has started to participate in some of the activities. She says the food is so so. She has a full kitchen in her apartment. I would recommend this community.

Happy this is my home. Lots of friendly, outgoing staff and residents!

This is a nice community, and so far my mother is doing well with her move here. When I visit her the community is spotless, they do a good job with the cleanliness. The staff is great. They are friendly, and have been helpful when needed. I know she is safe, and in good hands. I've tired some of the meals. and the food is good. There is no lack of activities available for the residents. They are offered all day, everyday. I'am pleased with all they have done for us, and this is a community I would recommend.

This place is brand new and everything is gorgeous. They have happy hour at least once a week where the residents I am assuming more from the assisted living side more than the memory care side can come and be social and interact with each other. I would have loved to move my mother into law in here, however, cost was a major concern. The assisted living side was within her budget range however the memory care side was not and her care level indicates she is in need of the memory care.

This seemed like a nice clean community when we visited. The staff we met were nice. They seem to offer many nice amenities. This community does have multiple floor levels and we felt this would not work for our loved one.

I have been a Resident here for 3 years, and cannot say enough about this Community. I am happy with my choice to move here and my children are happy I am here. The staff are caring and kind and make it truly feel like home. I love that Bellingham has so many opportunities to get involved.

From what I saw of this facility, it is a great place! The facility is beautiful and the staff seemed to be very friendly. In the end, we did not choose this facility due to its location, but it is still a nice place!

My family and I are very happy with the overall appearance and friendliness of everyone at Brookdale. She moves in this weekend and we are very hopeful that she loves it and enjoys many years there.

I was at the Parkwood for a short period of time and had a great time there. Everyone was friendly and I really enjoyed talking to the other residents and staff. I made the best of the situation.

My parents are enjoying living at Danberry. The staff are helpful, responsive, show compassion and concern. We have twenty four hour companion care and they are marvelous. I have not been disappointed in anyone. The food is ok, however I heard it has been better. This community is a little costly. They offer a lot of activities and if you have the money I would recommend this community.

We haven't moved there yet but are on contract for some time in March 2017. We very much like the ambiance and layout of the campus, The Independent Living apartments are light and spacious - we opted for a Robinson 2 bedroom model. Each unit has one or two lanais. The one time we ate lunch there the steak I ordered in the dining room was fantastic. I cannot comment on the care services, although we toured the Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing facilities and found them modern, clean, and void of the typical smells you find in such facilities. LPS is a bit pricey compared to other CCRCs we visited but I guess you get what you pay for, The location on the north shore of Lake Harris is prime real estate, yet they're right on SR 44 in a beautifully rustic area. The feature a pontoon boat that goes on lake trips every Friday, and occasionally stops at the various lakeside restaurants.

Having to put a parent or love one into assisted living can be a difficult experience. However, with the Sterling Aventura, their amazing staff made the process so simple. We started the process before we needed to move our mother there and we thought that we had time. Then, she became ill and before Thanksgiving was hospitalized. Because of staff like [Removed] and [Removed], we were able to move her into the facility on Thanksgiving and she started her new life there the following Monday. The staff could not be better. Our mother at 84 can be difficult and critical of many things. She has constantly thanked us for moving her there saying that "nothing can be perfect but the Sterling is 99% perfect". From her, that means they are over 100%! They offer activities every day and Daniel, the Activity Director, does whatever he can to get the residents involved including, for our mom, knocking on her door in the morning to make sure she is up and ready to join the day. Even the Sterling Happy Hour that she resisted going to at first is now a welcome part of her day and gives her a chance to mingle with others and listen to music. They also have a kitchen/dining room director, Anthony, who goes out of his way to be accommodating. The nursing staff is wonderful. On the day that we moved mom into the Sterling we met with [Removed], the incredible woman that runs the entire facility and [Removed] (sorry if I misspelled the name), the Nursing Director. She immediately gave me her cell phone number in case I should need to reach her. Unfortunately, for her, I have had to use it on two occasions one of which being the night of Christmas day. She took the call and immediately contacted her staff and addressed the situation. Not once did she make us feel like we were bothering her; never did she say that she would wait until tomorrow to handle. The staff that care for her and check on her throughout the day and night are all so respectful and professional; always speaking to her kindly and doing what they can to preserve her dignity while not letting her feel she is a burden. Most recently, I had to take mom to the doctor. Using the Sterling's transport vehicle and Mr. T was also a great experience. He was so professional with her and, as I boarded the vehicle he handed me an envelope to give to the doctor's office. It contained every piece of information that the doctor could have needed - including copies of her medical cards and identification! What an unexpected yet professional thing to do; everything to make it easier for the residents and their families. If faced with the need for assisted living, from my siblings, my mom, and me, we highly recommend this facility. They truly care for their residents and are devoted to providing the highest level of care and service. According to my mom it is "like living in the ritzyest hotel with nursing service". There is no higher compliment.

This is the best place for us. We have a nice apartment with a patio. Housekeeping comes in every other week to clean it. They have a beautiful theater where they show movies three times a week. They have a roof top patio, tool room, craft room, hairdresser and they bring in entertainment once or twice a month. They offer independent and assisted living along with memory care. I have nothing to criticize and I would recommend this community.

This community is very beautiful with lots of great features and amenities for my loved one. I am really enjoying the variety of activities and the meals they serve throughout the week. The housekeeping team does a great job at making sure my room stays well maintained as well as the rest of the building.

My mother-in-law is doing well at this community. She complains that her room is small but she likes to stay near the activities room. She likes to stay in activities room and she enjoys it. The food is good. The staff are helping my mother-in-law get ready and give her medications. She has not complained about the help from the staff. I would recommend the community if needed.