Meridian Senior Living

Mom likes it here and the staff is doing a wonderful job. Mom has got involved with more things than I thought she would and that is great. Mom says that she does not like the pasta, but they do have other choices. We think that it is great.

Lovely, fresh feeling facility. Staff forms relationships with residents. Food is good. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful place for a loved one to reside.

Dad was disoriented his first few days at the Villas; the staff was wonderful in helping him adjust to his new surroundings, keeping us in the loop at all times. Without exception, the staff has been caring, kind, supportive to him (and us). It's a lovely facility with a caring staff.

My mother moved into Brookdale Cumberland on June 6th with the help of many family members and Move Ahead RI - Dan and Beth. She has nearly been there a week and seems to be settling in quite well. My brother has been here visiting from Indiana and has been dining with her for several meals and he can see she is mingling nicely. He was so happy to see that. The residents have been so friendly to her and that makes a huge difference. The staff has been checking on her regularly to make sure she is doing okay and that too makes such a comforting feeling to us all. Kris was so wonderful to deal with in the beginning answering all our questions and Dan (the handy man) came right away to fix a few things that needed fixing) but we have to get him back to hang some pictures, but all in good time. I think are choice was a great one for her, even this morning she just called me to say she was going to the Be Fit class with her friends, so that made me feel so good. She has been very lonely in her condo without her car and we all work, so having people around her all the time will make such a difference, thank you again, we will definitely speak very highly of your facility. Bev - daughter

My father is 93 and has lived there for 3 years. I had to take away his car keys and sell his house leading up to this move. It was a major crossroad in his life. He is comfortable in his room, a studio apartment. The staff is friendly to him and watch out for him. They contact me promptly if he has any issues. He participates in many activities there: chair yoga, weights, swimming, walking, dining out, entertainment. He seems to know many people there. He is fortunate to be in good physical shape for his age. He uses the nursing services to administer daily medication. It is an expensive add-on but required in his case. I am satisfied with their service. His mood has greatly improved from the social contact. He lived alone before coming to Brookdale and I can see that he is happy being around people. I never hear him complain about anything there, at least not to me. It has been a positive experience and I would recommend it. I would say that the process of accepting this change in life was the most difficult thing for him. He had always been independent and it was an adjustment.

I have been very, very pleased with The Glenwood. I was surprised that they came close to exactly what we needed. They are very caring. The only problem is they are a little short-handed, but I am very pleased.

I think everything is going fine. My Mother is the one that is living there and according to her she is being treated well and loves the place, the staff, and the residents.

Villas of Holly Brook is great place. They are very friendly here and willing to help. Mom doesn't participate in many activities yet but they have plenty to choose from. This facility is very clean. I am really pleased with everything here.

Everyone we came in contact with at the Meadowlands have been wonderful. Very compassionate and understanding of what we were going through. They made every step of the way so much easier to handle. And we have seen nothing but kindness and caring with all of the residents. The place is close, homey, like your family.

I think there could be more activities for people like my mom who are hard of hearing and have difficulty with their vision. They do a lot of activities going on but my mom can't participate in things like movie night, bingo, Wii bowling activities and stuff like that her main complaint is she's bored which I've told her is not really that bad of a complaint. After she was settled in we took her to look at other place and she realized that she liked it here best. The staff is wonderful. They really look after their resident and they get to know them personally. I think it's the best in the area. The residents are all about the same physical ability. The ones that need a little more care (wheelchair bound) are in another wing. They have a lovely courtyard garden area that she walks everyday. She's definitely in the right place.

They are very personable and friendly. They seem like they really care. It is more of a big family feeling than a business. I felt comfortable there. The dining area for the assisted living area is more like a restaurant than a cafeteria. They have a great variety of food. Even the memory care unit has 2 choices for eating. I love that they have a full Mass every Friday. That is important.

It's closer to my house and has fire proof walls, it's more expensive a month but if someone has difficulty walking I would suggest north bay and if your parent or anyone needs rehab I would recommend them because they have rehab on site so they can get rehab and then go back to their apartment.

MY DAD LIVED AT ATRIA MERRYWOOD FOR ALMOST 3 YEARS AND LOVED IT THERE. HE LIVED IN THE INDEPENDENT LIVING AREA AND WAS ABLE TO KEEP HIS BELOVED DOG WITH HIM, WHICH WAS VERY IMPORTANT TO HIM AND TO US. THE FOOD WAS EXCELLENT, ACTIVITIES WERE GREAT AND THEY HAVE TRANSPORTATION TO DOCTORS AND GROCERY STORES - ALSO HAVE ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF THE COMMUNITY LIKE TRIPS TO THE ART MUSEUM AND TO BROADWAY LIGHTS SHOWS IN TOWN. THE STAFF IS VERY GOOD AND CARING AND IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WITH GENERAL HOUSE KEEPING YOU CAN HIRE ONE OF THE GREAT AGENCIES THEY PARTNER WITH TO HELP OUT ON EVEN A QUARTER HOUR A WEEK IF NEEDED, BUT 1/2 HOUR OR ONE HOUR PER WEEK TO HELP. IT IS A GREAT PLACE. I RECOMMEND IT.

Atria Merrywood is the perfect place for my Mom. Both staff and residents are very friendly and respectful. Her apartment is very generous in size, however there is limited storage. The grounds and the common spaces are beautiful and well maintened. There was some confusion in the begining due to change in staff ( sales force), but was soon corrected.

We were worried since my mother in law did not want to go into assisted living. She’s there maybe 3 months and she likes it very much! There is always someone around and everyone knows everyone on staff. We are very happy and safe having her there. Everything is done for her! She’s on and off in a wheel chair but they get her up with a walker whenever possible as they like to she her independent. We are very pleased

After a few setbacks and delays getting into her apartment, Mom is finally settling in to her new home. The staff are attentive and friedly, the neighbors are friendly, there are a good amount of activities. The facility is clean (there was a pest issue from former tenant, but the staff jumped right on it and it's been resolved). The menu is okay, and Mom is slowly adapting to her new (2) meal times. She hasn't used the transportation to appointments and shopping yet. The only negatives so far are that the deposit fees doubled between the time we toured and the time to sign contract, and the bathroom showerheads are difficult, and Mom is also missing going to church each Sunday. Our family is happy to see her getting more social and active and enjoying this next chapter of life.

Staff interaction high with residents. You can go to them anytime. Get a new chef! Frequently food is cooked ahead, sits and gets overcooked, dry, to much grease left in soups, taco salad. Too much pre-cooked foods as well.

The facility is wonderful in how it is laid out. All rooms are single rooms with a shared common area and open kitchen/dining area on each floor. The building sits on a secluded lot with a large pond in the back and lots of trees. Sightings of wildlife (deer, rabbits, geese, birds) occur often. My mom (who has memory loss and dementia) has been there for a year. We have had an administration and staff turnover already. The staff who work with the residents are great. They call the residents by name and are very friendly. I visit 4-5 nights a week and am usually there for evening meds. The staff are also courteous to me and have become an invaluable resource for answering any questions I have. The administration is very helpful in getting new residents into the building but pretty unavailable after that. My summation would be that it is a wonderful facility with kind and caring staff. The other residents in my mom's floor are also lovely. Mom is happy and safe and I don't think you could ask for more than that.

It's very clean inside and out side, staff always friendly and helpful. The price includes, rent, electric, water, cable, and 2 meals a day. My only thing would be how expensive it is. I wonder how seniors can afford places like these.

No compare for price value for cost hasn't joined activities yet. Looking forward to participate. Likes all staff members. Overall happy with community and care. Would recommend VOHB to friends and family.