Emeritus at Woodstock Estates

I didn't like the atmosphere at Emeritus at Woodstock Estates when we visited. I disapproved of the way the staff treated us. The rooms were not cozy and had no carpets.

Emeritus at Woodstock Estates is very clean and very comfortable. The staff is outstanding, friendly and very accommodating.

Woodstock is lovely with beautiful manicured grounds and lovely lobby area. The staff was attentive and compassionate and the residents were clean, bright and alert. The menu is healthy and well planned. There is a piano for entertainment, a lovely library for the scholars and lovely dining areas inside and outside. The rooms are good size and very nicely decorated and cozy. There are activities to keep them alert and engaged, bingo, games, movies, outings and programs brought in by civic and religious groups. Worship Services are weekly. There are outings to shop, arts events and golfing for those who love to get out on the greens. The residents are alert, active and bright. If you are looking for a wonderful facility for your loved one this is a wonderful environment for your loved one.

The second best thing about Woodstock Estates is the first impression. Woodstock Estates tries to capture the look and feel of classic Southern architecture - columns, a sprawling main house, prominent brick construction. It's a classic style, that will never go out of fashion. It's comforting and comfortable. As you drive up you feel more at home.However, the best thing about Woodstock Estates is the second impression. Everything's so clean! The staff is so attentive, and friendly. There's plenty of activities, and a variety of places to eat, and even an on-site beauty store (I was surprised, and kinda confused at this, but my grandmother seems to like it). Everyone - staff and residents - seems so happy and friendly.In addition, it's so close to home. I live just down Highway 92 from here -- right around the corner. I can visit my grandmother and her friends pretty much any time I want. After work, during lunch, any time I have half an hour free.I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Woodstock Estates to my friends' parents/grandparents.

This facility is easy to get to—right off the main road and near shopping and restaurants, but not so close that there’s road noise.

When you walk in, Woodstock Estates has the look and feel of an older style of southern mansion. And the first impression is a good one: The facility is very clean—with a nice dining room on one side and living room on the other.

There are also many places throughout for the residents and visitors to gather in and socialize. And there are several spots throughout the facility offering refreshments throughout the day—and good amenities, including a beauty shop on the premises.

There are two floors; the second floor is a memory care unit, which is separate from the other assisted living housing and care.

There is a good staff-to-patient ratio—which is especially important for the memory care residents.

There are both private and semi-private apartments. The rooms are adequate and average. Private rooms have their own bathrooms and kitchen areas, and enough space for a dresser and TV.

In the memory care unit, there are shadow boxes outside the doors, which helps stimulate old memories for some residents, and gives a visual key to his or her interests and past.

Food selections are rotated on the menu, although not many choices are available each day.

Lots of activities are offered here, including onsite holiday parties and outings to movies and Wal-Mart.

This facility is owned by Emeritus, which generally has a lot of turnover, but the executive director here has been on staff for a couple years and is very knowledgeable. Also, the nurse on duty makes sure that residents are treated respectfully and pays special attention to them.

The cost is reasonable—at least for most residents at first. But one thing about Emeritus management is that they put a person at a certain level of care, then put on pressure to pump up the need for care as time goes by—and there are additional charges for the increased care.

This facility physically has all most people need, but not much more. I give it a high rating because the staff is so great with the residents.