Northstar Senior Living

I toured this property while looking for a place for my Mom. I noticed that it’s a much older facility, but everyone I met that worked there was really nice and all of the residents were pretty active. Everything looked clean, but as mentioned before, it was old so it could use an update. However, I was told that they would be getting new carpet put in soon. The person that took us on the tour was very nice, they were able to answer all of our questions, and they seemed knowledgeable about the type of care that the residents needed. Overall, it wasn’t a bad tour or facility, just wasn’t right for what my Mom needed.

My dad lives here. From what I’ve heard, everything is going good. I like the place and he seems to like it and is quite happy. I haven’t had any complaints regarding the staff but the only one that I’ve spoken to a lot is [Removed] which I believe is the director. But everyone that I’ve talked to has been very nice. The food is good, everything is homemade and most of the time Dad seems happy with it. They try to accommodate you if there’s something on the menu that you don’t like and offer you a different option. However, there doesn’t seem to be a huge variety that you can choose from. The biggest meal that they get is lunch and then they get a light meal for dinner. Everything is very clean and smells very good. Usually when you go into a rest home, you can tell that’s where you’re at, but this place is very nice. Housekeeping changes the bed every week but they make it for him every day and my dad gets help with showering twice a week. That part is something that we have to pay extra for. They don’t offer a lot of activities. They have fitness classes every morning, there are different types of games at certain times of the day or on certain days of the week, but he doesn’t participate that much. Something that I was happy to learn was that they provide furniture for you here, so you don’t have to bring anything with you. Overall, my dad has been happy here and I would recommend them.

He is in the memory care side of this community. The morning staff is fantastic with him. They even take the time out to call me if i need to know anything or if he is running low on something so I don't have to make multiple trips. I'm not sure what's wrong with the afternoon staff I guess I just don't know them. It is clean and kept up. They have a secured patio he can go out on if he wants. I would recommend this community.

The overall property is great and mom has felt so welcomed here. It is a very homey feeling. She loves the people and she's making friends. She loves all the amenities they have to offer. It is beautifully decorated. They have a nice courtyard and garden area. They have a top notch amazing restaurant. They encourage mom to go to the daily activities like craft time. I would recommend this community.

I was so lonely at home by myself since my husband passed away. Now I am around people my age and most of them know exactly what I've gone through. I'm not lonely anymore and have made friends. I get to work in the garden and feed the birds daily.

The people here have been very nice to my mother. She also loves the place and she is constantly talking about how beautiful the outside landscape is an how friendly the new groundsmen are (Im sure she talks to them whenever they are outside working on the grounds). Keep up the good work and thank you for taking great care of my mom.

We were glad that this community was approved by my Aunt & Uncle's long-term insurance. They are both still settling in and they like their 2nd story 1 bedroom apt with the view. The community is a bit dated and does need some updates in the apt like cabinetry, shelving, and drawers/shelves in the bathroom. Once settled, my aunt is looking forward to taking part in some of the activities offered. Their walk to the dining room provides exercise. The 2 dinning rooms are very welcoming with tablecloths and flowers on the tables. The menu offers 2 options for lunch and dinner to choose from also . All the staff seems to enjoy their jobs and are always smiling and friendly. Housekeeping and laundry are done on a weekly basis. Knowing that the memory care unit is just on the other side of the dinning room is a comfort, should it be needed in the future.

My dad is doing great in the community. The food tastes good and there is plenty of options. He is getting socialization during meal times and he has visitor that see him often. The community does offer activities for those who want to participate. So far it is good.

My tour of Paintbrush was a good experience. Everyone was very friendly and the place was very nice. It was just a bit more expensive than what we were looking for at the time.

I have been thoroughly happy with Heritage Woods for my mom. The meals are excellent and the staff have helped us with anything she needs. My mom is in an independent living apartment, but they have home health people who come in to help her bathe twice a week at a very affordable rate. So much more affordable than AL, and AL services are there when she needs them! She enjoys the activities and had only one day of that she felt lonely in a month. Lots of music events in the building with some talented folks leading them. Excellent facility!

So far it is going good for my uncle. it did take some time to adjust but he loves the Japanese food that they make. The staff also speak Japanese which he likes too. The place is nice and it seems like they are going through some changes. Activities are posted on a board. I am overall happy with the community, it seems like a good fit for my uncle.

Mom is slowly getting accustomed to living at this community. The staff is friendly and mom likes them. They only issue mom has is that one of the nurses discusses personal information in front of the other residents. She is enjoying most of the food. She is not yet participating in any of the activities offered. The community is clean and they offer places to sit outside to enjoy the grounds.

We only used this as "respite" care. My Mom only stayed for 2 weeks while I was on vacation. She was able to continue with her Golden Umbrella activities on 3 days a week, which she really liked. She enjoyed being there and said everyone was very helpful. She would be willing to go live there when the time comes she can no longer live with me.

Everyone has been friendly and helpful. My mother seems to be adjusting very well. She likes the food. No complaints.

We looked at a number of locations before choosing Somerford Place. Somerford offered a much more attractive environment for mom to live, with a lot of outdoor spaces and activities. The layout of the facility is quite different from the others we saw. We also contacted families of current residents and they all spoke very highly of the conditions and staff at Somerford. We have been very impressed by how interactive the staff is with the residents, which has helped Mom adapt quickly to the new surroundings. Costs are in the mid-range of the facilities we visited, but we considered it to be a value. We are very pleased with the choice we made.

They were very welcoming and very friendly and accommodating. My mother has been there a while now and they are treating her very well. She is very happy.

Love that they encouraged us to customize her room to her liking, we hung pictures, hat hooks and her favorite Knick-Knack shelf full of her things. The care givers are always available to call, just to check in with to see how she's doing. They will help her with the phone when she wants to call out or she gets a call. Happy, friendly small community feel.

The Somerford Place Encinitas has been great! It has been a positive experience. It's always clean. There are never any odors. It always smells fresh. The staff has been great as well. They are so helpful and accommodating. They keep an eye on my loved one. The value is also very good for what you are getting. I would highly recommend the Somerford Place Encinitas.

We've had a good experience with Somerford Place so far. The facility itself is clean and well kept, and the staff have been very friendly and professional. They're very receptive to our loved one's needs, and to our concerns as a family. They're always willing to meet with us at any time to discuss concerns or ideas we have about care.

My family member has been at Somerford for 7 months as a resident. My assessment of the facility is very favorable. I visit almost every day and can see in the daily activities the interaction of the staff. There is such a personal and patient response from the caregivers to each one of the residents. I have personally observed how their patience and skilled response calms situations. They are in tune to each and everyone's special needs and respond accordingly. There are daily activities and exercise programs to keep the residences stimulated. The residences are encouraged to mingle and this seems to help in establishing friendships. I found this the best place for my family member of all the facilities that I have seen