Maplewood Senior Living

I moved to Mayflower Place 7 years ago, after my husband passed away. I have made many friends that have become my family. The staff is professional and caring. I love being able to go to the stores and not have to drive. The food is wonderful and the dining room is beautiful. I am so glad I made this decision to live here.

I am an independent woman who did not have to move. I choose to move from my Cape home on the water to Mayflower Place. I brought my own furniture and its my new home. I can be as social as I want and I can stay in my large apartment and have privacy. I love that I do not have to make dinner and have many choices every evening. They have a library, pool, theatre, and live concerts here. I am so glad I made this choice to move to Mayflower Place. I have made some wonderful friends along the way.

“What I love most about Mill Hill is the staff. They treat my mom - and make her feel - like family. She’s flourished since she moved in there. She’s always been a fussy eater but eats ALL three meals a day there and raves about the food!”

A lovely "elite" community. The private ownership is appealing.

My mother has been living at Maplewood for about 6 months after living in her home for over 60 years. Circumstances required that she move into assisted living which, as you can imagine, was a tremendous change in her life. My sister and I looked at a number of other places but from the start, we realized that Maplewood was in a league of its own. The staff, especially [name removed], is exceptional. They were understanding, caring and incredibly patient. The food is always fresh and very good)—my mom can’t stop talking about how good it is, the staff is really good and the accommodations are top notch. The apartments are well maintained and the facility itself is not just nice, but beautiful. We are very pleased with our decision for our mom.

Our family member has been at Maplewood in Danbury for the past 2 1/2 Years. When I was looking for a special place for dear [Name removed] I visited 8 facilities between NY and Ct. I was just about to put a down payment at a facility when I met a visiting nurse who spoke highly of the care given at Maplewood in Danbury. She did not work for that facility so I thought that her feedback must be sincere. When I went on my first visit to Maplewood, I was not disappointed. The staff were very attentive to the residents. The regular assisted living floor was lively with activity & people seemed happy. I knew [Name removed] would need the dementia floor and I was surprised how calm & nurturing that environment was. There was a resident who preferred to sleep on the couch in front of the tv and that was perfectly acceptable. The nursing assistant spoke lovingly about the residents, telling me they are like grandparents to her. I later met the Director of that floor, [Name removed] who sets the loving example of meeting each resident’s individual needs instead of forcing them into institutional standards & rules. I also learned that Maplewood provides extensive training to better understand and care for dementia patients. That is very obvious when so see the care given. [Name removed] is a very “ hands on” Director of the dementia floor and is often in the great room sitting with a resident or providing support to her staff. She sets the tone by example and all the residents benefit. The food and activities are excellent & they always seem to come up with something fun & creative for the residents. They take them on nice rides on their bus, even during the winter months. It’s not easy when a loved one’s memory is fading and she can no longer live on her own, but at least I have peace of mind knowing [Name removed] is safe, cared for appreciated for her uniqueness !

I am very grateful that both of my parents are currently living at Maplewood. It was not an easy decision to move our mother out of our parents' home of 48 years, but it was no longer safe for her to live there due to what appeared to be a rather sudden onset of Alzheimer's. We selected Maplewood because of its structured plan of multi-leveled care, Tides and Currents, as well as the option for hospice services to be involved when that time approached. We were impressed with the facilities on both sides of the building (dining room, kitchen, theater room, planting room, secured outdoor courtyards) and the warmth of the decor. [Name removed], our Maplewood intake consultant assured us that our father could move into Mom's apartment when he was ready to join her, as we had noticed that his memory was beginning to fail and he had lost a lot of weight due to Mom's limited cooking abilities at the time. In October of 2016, we moved Mom into the Currents side of Maplewood which is secure and offers services for individuals with Alzheimer's or other medical conditions which result in loss of cognitive (mental) functions. Four days after we moved Mom into Maplewood, Dad decided to join her. They shared Mom's apartment for one year, and the staff worked hard to encourage Dad to attend activities on the Tides side of the building which provides programming for individuals with dementia, but without the significant loss of mental skills. As Mom's Alzheimer's progressed, it was no longer helpful for either Mom or Dad to continue to share an apartment. The Maplewood staff moved Dad to the Tides side of the building, and for over a year now, they bring him over to visit with our mother every evening. The Maplewood nursing staff (Tides and Currents) is exceptional and it's comforting to know that a nurse is available 24/7. [Name removed], the current director of nursing, and the nurses are always willing to answer questions or to collaborate with outside medical personnel. Regarding Mom, I am impressed with the Currents staff and their ability to keep residents OUT of their apartments and involved with activities. I recognize that Mom is not always involved in an activity, but she is in the circle or at the table and is physically present if she should choose to participate. This takes a great deal of skill and patience that comes from proper training of staff members. Mom knows the staff members and greets them with a smile. She does not handle personal care activities (bathing, brushing teeth) at this stage, so we appreciate the challenges the caregivers face in providing her care, Regarding Dad, he is respected and happy at Maplewood, and he feels secure there. The Tides staff is also well trained and respectful of the residents. They welcome visitors at all times. Dad enjoys the daily activities in Tides, especially when they are able to go out in the van on "field trips." The daily exercise programs help Dad stay physically active and healthy. Our family is grateful for [name removed]’s leadership at Maplewood, and she has been at Maplewood since its opening. Her door is always open and she is always willing to meet with us as needed. She has the gift of leading from within as I have observed her functioning in almost every capacity when necessary, and she truly cares for each of her residents.

Placing your loved one in a facility is one of the hardest decisions that you will make as a family. When we walked into Maplewood, we knew we had found the perfect place for our mother. The atmosphere was inviting, the staff was friendly, and the clients were treated with dignity and respect. The facility is designed specifically for dementia and alzheimer patients. There are two units, Tides and Currents, which are decorated exactly the same so that if your loved one must require additional care, they can be moved without much distraction or unfamiliarity. The dining room is set with tablecloths, glassware and serving pieces that resemble an upscale restaurant. The kitchen is on-site and the staff often comes out and asks the residents how their meal is tasting. If a family wishes to eat with loved one, just ask ahead and the kitchen will prepare a meal for you at a minimal price. There is also a family dining area for parties or other celebrations. Our mother was a resident at Maplewood for 21/2 years until she recently passed right before Christmas. We received so much support and love during those final days at Maplewood. We were there 24/7 and the way the staff worked together as a team during all three shifts, was nothing next to amazing. We were comforted and attended to like a family. We know our mom had excellent care and we thank the entire staff at Maplewood for showing her grace, love and respect.

We moved my father-in-Law (80’s) to Maplewood of Twinsburg approximately two months ago. His needs included assistance with all activities of daily living. He resides in the assisted living section called Tides. We toured many facilities in the area and also have friends with relatives in other facilities. There are many pros to Maplewood, and the tone for excellence is set by the Director, [name removed]. [Name removed] is responsive to questions and follows through on requests. Some of the highlights of the facility include: 1. Excellent medical care. The nursing staff, under the direction of Registered Nurse [name removed], is excellent. [Name removed] is a dedicated geriatric nurse. Maplewood has a great relationship with outside physicians' offices and the coordination of care is good. The nurses aides are compassionate caregivers, hardworking, yet always cheerful. Your loved one is treated with dignity by professional caregivers. 2. The facility is top-notch. The building is fairly new and decorated in an upbeat, fresh style. Grounds are well-maintained. The maintenance staff, including [name removed], very responsive to resident requests, including help with the cable television when necessary. The Barber shop/Beauty shop is a wonderful space. The facility has big televisions that families and friends can view. There are even computers and little meeting rooms. 3. The meals are freshly-prepared. Our father-in-law says the meals are tasty, and he has a choice of different entrees. Usually there are two choices for dinners, such as beef or fish. The soups are made from scratch and a favorite. Most of the residents dine in the beautiful dining room. The residents are friendly and enjoy each other’s company. It was important to us that not only was the Staff excellent, but the fellow residents were happy and cordial companions. 4. Activities are amazing. The Maplewood activities director [name removed] plans a variety of daily activities. Because [name removed] is a naturally upbeat person, she encourages the residents in amazing ways. The activities focus on the development of many areas, including: physical, spiritual, creative, intellectual, and musical. Also, field trips are planned, such as an outing to see the Fall leaves, attend a church supper, or enjoy a hot cocoa at a doughnut shop. My father-in-Law especially enjoyed the Veterans presentation, wherein Veterans were honored with a certificate. Because many of the male residents served as Veterans, Maplewood provides special programming. My family attended a community presentation with an expert speaker at Maplewood to learn about Veterans' benefits. 5. Friendly Staff and Residents. We visit my father-in-Law quite often (live 5 minutes away) and the employees and residents share a smile. The staff at Maplewood encourages the resident's family members to visit, with wonderful programming. There are movie nights, holiday dinners, wherein family members of all ages are comfortable and welcome. In summary, Maplewood is a blessing and wonderful alternative for a loved one that is no longer able to live safely at home.

I am so glad that I found Maplewood at Danbury for my mother! I've been to more facilities than I care to count, and my mother lived in 2 of them before I found Maplewood at Danbury - a beautiful, small facility in a class by itself. There are a limited number of residents at Maplewood, so each resident is well known by the staff (including their likes, dislikes, and favorite activities). The facility is beautifully maintained, spotlessly clean, with the feeling of "home" rather than an institutional setting. The excellent food is farm to table (I've eaten there many times, including major holidays). There are a multitude of activities to choose from which are ongoing throughout the day. The activities staff is wonderfully creative, coming up with new ideas on a regular basis to keep the residents engaged and happy. They also make every effort to assist wheelchair-bound residents to fully participate, whether that involves going out to lunch on Fridays, playing Wii bowling, or getting physical activity with "chair exercises." The residents are encouraged and cheered on for the smallest achievements - it is wonderful and heart warming to see them smiling, laughing and enjoying their lives. The attention paid to my mother's physical condition was amazing. The staff noticed every little issue that might arise, notified me immediately, called in the on-site doctor when necessary, and called Danbury Ambulance when a trip to the hospital was warranted. When doctor appointments were necessary, they transported my mother to and from the doctor's office and a staff member stayed with her during the appointment. The staff were always friendly and conscientious - attributes that were glaringly absent from the two prior facilities where my mother lived. My mother always looked clean and well cared for, her clothes and room were always clean, and the staff administered all of her medications. Another important feature of this facility is their back-up generator system. I had moved my mother up from Florida and was concerned about the potential loss of power during our frequent Winter storms. She couldn't tolerate the cold, but Maplewood at Danbury not only has their own backup generator, but they are also on the same grid as Danbury Hospital (which is conveniently located across the street), so I never worried that they would be without heat. I am so grateful to Maplewood at Danbury for caring for my mother so well during her last year of life. She was 100 years old when she died, and had enjoyed three 100th birthday parties in their private dining room before she passed. It gives me such great comfort to know that she was happy and well cared for during her final year. Thank you to everyone at Maplewood at Danbury for your kindness. It meant the world to me.

I recently attended the Maplewood Family Thanksgiving Dinner this evening and what a well organized event this was. This was my first family dinner with my parents and I'm so blessed to have spent the evening in their new home. They have placed a lot of guilt on my husband and I for this move, but this evening showed me just how comfortable they are and "settled in". The Staff is always smiling and pays close attention to each detail. The food is home cooked and tasteful, the nurses are educated and follow thru and the managers are all equally involved with the residents. I'm pleased with my decision to move mom and dad to Maplewood and even more so blessed to see them happy.

My mother stayed in the Assisted Living for 4 weeks in the Respite program. Her goal was to return home and Maplewood's therapy team was wonderful with my mom. They got her stronger and walking safely with a walker. She went home - lives just down the street. If something should arise again or she would need an long term option - I'd have no hesitations in calling on Maplewood to care for her again. Clean, lots of natural light and their care team is top notch.

Maplewood at Cuyahoga falls is a great community to live in. Lots of activities through out the day, food is top notch, and the staff care for you like you are one of their own. If anyone reached out asking for advice, I would suggest this facility no question.

We brought my mother to Maplewood a little over a year ago and have nothing but high praise for the facility and it’s staff and administration. While my mother is unaware of where she is, she still responds to the kindness and attention she receives here. She is treated with dignity and gentleness and she is happy. We feel wonderful having her here. We found Maplewood through the very high recommendation of another resident’s family and we were sold almost as soon as we walked in the front door. It is a beautiful, clean, welcoming place that (important to us based on past experience) smells really good! Because we live very near the facility, we are there almost daily and see first hand how the facility functions and if we have any concerns, they are addressed immediately. Administration is very helpful, staff become dear friends, and other residents and their families become as one’s own family. This has become a very special place for our family and I would happily recommend it to anyone looking for a wonderful place for a loved one needing full care.

While we tried to keep our family member in his home as long as possible after his Lewy Body Dementia diagnosis, we knew in early '17 that this was no longer an option. It was no longer safe for him. After a fall resulting in a hospital stay, we needed to make a fairly quick decision on the best facility for him, as he was not able to go back home. Over the course of just a few days, we visited several facilities in the area. Many were very nice. Maplewood was our last stop and we immediately knew this was the right place for him. We came in unannounced and without an appointment. We were greeted with warm, friendly smiles. The staff took the time to answer any and all questions we had and took us on a tour of the facility. As mentioned, this visit was unannounced. There was no time for staging, cleaning, getting residents dressed nicely, etc. The facility was spotless, organized activities were underway and residents seemed content and happy. After a meeting with the director the following day, our decision was made. They helped with the arrangements to move him in the following day. At that point, we didnt know if this was going to be temporary or permanent. We took things day by day. Unfortunately, this cruel disease didn't turn back and the best we could do was to make sure he was in a safe, clean environment, well fed, comfortable, happy and treated with dignity and respect. From day one, the staff has been absolutely wonderful. They treat their residents with kindness, respect and dignity. We visited often and got to know other residents and their families. The level of care was always high caliber. Unfortunately, after 19 months at Maplewood, our loved one passed away. We were always comforted knowing he was safe and loved in his home at Maplewood. We are grateful every day for the love and care he received.

Maplewood at Stony Hill has been great and not just for Mom but for me as well. They are equally as caring for the seniors as they are supportive to the family. They give Mom a sense of independence yet they are there for her on every level. I so deeply thank them for giving Mom a safe place to live. ...

My family experienced an almost 3 year journey at Maplewood. I still remember the first day we walked into my dad's room and we were greeted by a caregiver that made us feel welcome and comfortable. We had been with another facility that ended up feeling like just that, a facility. Maplewood was beautiful, open and homelike. They work diligently to hire the quality staff that your loved one spends time with...people who genuinely care about and understand the challenges and needs of those with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia/memory loss. That is what is most important. In addition, the culinary style of fresh ingredient meals that are cooked on site in an open kitchen setting provide residents with delicious natural daily nutrition. Exercise programs, Vigorous Minds ,outside entertainment, daily social times, individualized music selections, bus rides, etc. are some of the activities offered to residents. Maplewood gave my dad a chance to live his last 3 years with Alzheimer's disease with as much dignity as possible. Our family will be forever grateful.

The staff is very warm and caring towards the residents. Everyone is kind to family and informative. It seems that there are activities always for all to enjoy and to be involved in. From the time we called to check for availability up till the present we were all welcomed with open and caring arms. I’m unsure of what life would be like without this wonderful home for “Dad”. Thank you !!

My father lived at Maplewood following a hospitalization for a Stroke. He received physical and occupational therapy daily and began using a walker for increased mobility. He resided there for the Road to Home Program for approximately 8 weeks and returned home. Maplewood checks in with us often and should my father's care declines, we would return for another or long term stay.

My mother lived at Maplewood for over 2 years and had exceptional care. I’ve recommeded the facility to numerous family friends and members of our church as it’s one of the only places that could meet my mothers needs. She had advanced Alzheimers and required a hoyer lift closer to the end of her life. Hospice Care was brought in and kept her comfortable and kept my family informed every step of the way. I found my experience to me very positive.