Stellar Senior Living

Mom has been a resident at the Groves for three years. She has been living in the assisted living area of the facility, but she now needs more care. My husband and I toured the Memory Care part of the facility and were given compassionate information and encouragement by [name removed] which is so helpful in making a decision to move mom where she is best cared for. Our questions listened to and well answered. We are very pleased with this facility and I do recommend it to friends with aging parents.

I can not say enough about the staff, facility, patience (with all my questions), and understanding. Clearly trained in this field!!.... I thank each and every one of them!!...Mom is transitioning from total independence to a bit more help with daily life. Options and ease of transitioning seem great, with help in getting her to/from things that keep her engaged is a bonus/win!!

[removed name] helped us through the whole process from first contact, tour, explanation of facility, amenities, activities, rates, everything We toured lots of places, maybe 8-10. Thunderbird was an instant standout from all the others. What grabbed our attention was the large number of residents we saw in common areas socializing with each other and engaging in activities. They all looked very happy, smiling, and so many treated us saying hello. None of the other communities came close to comparison The meal plan was the more extensive than any of the others too. They have both set meals and order off the menu with the greatest flexibility in table service times as well. The secure enclosed courtyards with well kept landscaping, grass, trees, large Koi ponds, and walking paths winding throughout are a very nice place for walking moms little dog and meeting others enjoying the outdoors too. The apartment was freshly renovated. A standard for all new residents. The transportation schedule to local shopping Dr. appointments and personal requests within 10 miles is great too.

I've been a resident here at The Groves for about 7 months. I highly recommend this community. The staff is excellent, great food selection, caring team and clean community. I'm very pleased I'm here.

[Removed name] did an excellent job of presenting the facility from the room to the recreation, including the garden area and the restaurant. The facility is definitely designed for Senior living to make those final years safe, enjoyable, and happy.

The Edmonds Village Independent Living Facility is phenomenal. All of the Edmonds Village Staff are wonderful and caring people. The facility itself is brand new and sparkles. The apartments that we had the opportunity to tour through are well laid-out would provide very comfortable living quarters. The chef's and the wait staff are exceptional, and the dining area provides a pleasant atmosphere. Edmonds Village is fantastic! PJW

They went way above the call of duty to get me into a place. I didn't have to wait or worry. The food is good, the facility is clean and we can have a our pets. Its been such a different experience.

The staff and residents are all very friendly. The food is good. Housekeeping is great! They keep the apartment tidy.

I went with my aunt to find my grandmother a new home. The gardens of scottsdale sets the standard very high. When we arrived, it was very welcoming.The staff at the front desk was very attentive, as was the rest of the staff behind the desk. We stayed for lunch and it was very good food. The residents were very friendly as well as the waitress that waited on us. I would highly recommend this community to visit before you look at any others.

For the Oaks, I am very happy with everyone there. They have a fantastic staff and they kept me calm and focused throughout the process because we had to move fast. I love their 2 bedroom apartment. It's very small for them, but they are adjusting. They have only been there a few weeks, so they are still adjusting.

The original representative [name removed] was excellent. She listened and asked questions and made a recommendation based on mom not on what might work for them. On the tour all staff were friendly and helpful and all the residents seemed in good spirits.

They have wonderful activities program, especially for independent resident outings. Most recently a helicopter ride was offered (very short up and down but still cool!) but bowling and other outings I haven't seen elsewhere are offered consistently. One unique thing is that linen laundry is included but clothes laundry is an extra charge per load if independent resident wants Winslow to do - clothes laundry can possibly included when level of care is higher. I had never seen that distinction before. Their apartments are very spacious for the prices. Food is great, a lot of staff have been there for several years, they are very communicative with family about care level changes and facilitate/partner with doctors and PT/OT that come consistently to facility so we don't have to worry about finding/bringing in 3rd party.

My parents were in independent living, and Dad had some falls and ended up in assisted living. Mom was ok on her own for a couple of years and then had to go into memory care. The staff has been wonderful, trying to keep Mom active and engaged and getting Dad over to have dinner with her. Memory care is a whole different thing if you don't have experience with it. They can't have personal care products and many other things for their safety . They can't smoke (sorry Mom). It's a lot to understand, especially if you are navigating power of attorney and other legal things, packing up their house, etc.I am so glad I feel my Mom is safe while I try to tackle all of the other stuff. This level of care is Expensive! For an agitated person with Alz...it is worth knowing they are safe. Often times my mom thinks she is on vacation.One day I found her drinking virgin coladas and listening to a one-man band singing 'Country Roads'. Another day I showed up to find out she had been to the Botanical Gardens.

Today we celebrated Thanksgiving . The food was delicious and presentation was perfect. The staff made everyone feel welcome. I love the family atmosphere this place has. I feel comfortable that my mother in law is being well taken care of.

My mother lives here, The staff take care of the residents and family members when they visit, I highly recommend this facility for your family member if they need placement. The Nurses [name removed] and [name removed] are the best as far as I'm concerned.

My mom has been at The Groves for almost 3 months. Our family have always been treated with the utmost respect. Everyone, including the residents are so sweet and kind. The food is amazing as well! I highly recommend The Groves!

This was a very Beautiful facility with Friendly staff and very Pleasant surroundings. It was Clean and welcoming. The Residents i saw all seemed happy and engaged. The model apartment was very nice with a lot of storage.

My dad lives at Sandia Vista, and I spend a lot time visiting him there. I 100% recommend it. The whole place has a relaxed, positive, homey energy. Things seem well-run, and staff are competent, hard-working, supportive, and kind. There are lots of activities, outings, and special events that make the place fun and help people connect. Hot food is available all day, so my dad can get good meals whenever he needs them. The chefs cook food from scratch - the fresh cookies and soups are great! Residents seem happy and engaged, and have been friendly and welcoming to my dad. The apartments are big and well-maintained and have full kitchens. The whole property is gated and fenced for security, and the grounds have lots of beautiful, mature trees. My dad has been much happier and healthier since he moved to Sandia Vista, and I feel like he’s in a very good place.

1. All 5 to every dept. I am very impressed with their willingness to respond to any questions you might have or solutions to problems. People skills are A++++. And it starts from the top person and is seen through the techs and everyone who works in Memory Care. I have yet to meet someone who does not have a smile and positive helpful attitude. Kudos to everyone.

We had a great time visiting with [name removed] and [name removed] while touring the facility. The memory care unit is very well thought out and costs are kept simple. The building is older but they have kept everything clean and it appears as though they are spending the effort to update. [name removed] was super patient with my mom who has dementia and does not like change. We will be visiting again and look forward to moving forward with my mother into the facility.