Byron Park
1700 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(800) 558-0653
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Reviews of Byron Park in Walnut Creek, California
3.94
(18 reviews)
Facility
4.1
Staff
4.7
Food
4.3
Activities
4.3
Value
3.6
Sue
3
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March 8, 2024
Byron Park was just average. My friend lived there for a couple of months and left because it was awful. The staff was very nice. My friend's room was above average. It was a one-bedroom apartment. She had a balcony. For activities, they had a small pool, and they had happy hour once a week. It was not a good fit, and it was awful for her, so I don't give it a high rating at all. The residents were very unfriendly. I think management could have done something to make it easier for somebody to move in. There was no effort to introduce people to help her get acquainted with people. It was just a very unfriendly place. The place was old, too.
Kelly49
5
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September 14, 2023
My aunt moved into Byron Park and is having the best time! Every time we visit she's busy with her new friends, enjoying happy hours, live music and all the fun and interesting programs. She loves sitting in the garden and swimming in the pool. We love joining her for meals and activities and our kids and dog get so much love and attention from the staff. They treat her and our family so well and we always feel welcome when we visit. We can't recommend Byron Park enough!
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Susan
4
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March 3, 2023
I liked Byron Park very much. I did a virtual tour and then we went in person to see them. What I liked, they're on a busy street, they have a large courtyard, and they have lots of activities that are done by the residents, which appealed to me. They have a greenhouse that is run by the residents, and they're very active with that. They're working on creating more space at the facility (they're on a hillside) for more gardening activities by the residents. They have a lovely library that is run by the residents. There seemed to be a lot of input from the residents from what we could see.
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Robyn
5
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June 19, 2021
My mother is in Byron Park, and they're very attentive to her needs. They go the extra mile to make sure the residents are happy. The employees seem happy, even the maintenance workers and the people who serve the food and the receptionist, so that makes me feel like they're treated well. There's a largely residential part. The assisted living is only a small portion of the facility. Many people have sold their homes because they don't want to live alone or cook anymore and they live there voluntarily, but they have their cars and maybe little jobs. It's not like the usual assisted living with lots of wheelchairs and walkers. There's some of that, but there's also a lot of activities. My mother feels very comfortable there and very content. The only assistance she needs is medication. Even though she has dementia, she doesn't wander. She doesn't need bathing assistance. She's ambulatory. She doesn't have a loss of bowel control or anything like that. She's in good shape. She is just very forgetful. She is not a social person, but she is now. Every day at 3:00, people gather at the fireside and just talk. There's bingo and volleyball where they don't have to get up. There is weekly live entertainment and happy hour. There are lots of activities that I'm not even aware of yet. They'll have a cooking class or historical subject that's streamed and if people are interested, they can attend that. There's a heated swimming pool that has water aerobics, but it's not open yet because of Covid. They have a gym and personal trainers. It's for rich people and even though she's not rich, there's some money left and my dad provided for her, so that's what the family decided to do. It's elegant on the inside, too. The grounds are spotless and very tasteful. It's just a gorgeous place. Her room is gorgeous. She's got a full kitchen. Although it's a small kitchen, she has a full-size refrigerator. It's beautifully tiled. She's able to bring her cat and all her furniture. It's beyond what I could ever expect. It's expensive, but I don't think it's that much more expensive than the other places and I think they work with you. I don't feel like they're trying to nickel and dime us.
slsm
3
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January 30, 2020
On the upside: Nice residents, beautiful building, beautiful courtyard, nice staff. On the downside: A bait and switch approach to pricing. My mom moved to assisted living several years ago, thinking she would be safe and cared for. It was expensive, but she had saved for it. However, within two years, even the basic services were cut, while the prices DOUBLED!!! She has to count every item of clothing and put it on a list in order to have the laundry done. The consequence is that they do almost no laundry for her. The brunch that we heard so much about was cut to every other week. Bathrooms are not renovated to be handicap accessible unless you pay for it. Twice we pushed her button for help and NO ONE CAME FOR 45 MINUTES. Residents who need help with socks or other minor things, end up just doing it themselves, because no one shows up for 30-40 minutes. But the worst part is that the cost for care is absolutely unpredictable and every little thing adds to a points system that even the managers have trouble explaining without a computer. My mom feels like she can't breathe differently without being charged for it. This was not what we were sold. Imagine planning for your future and having the costs double in a year! It has put her in a state of anxiety and we are thinking of moving her again. Not what you want for your aging parent.
mosca
2
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July 25, 2019
Byron Park is very friendly and attractive. The food is good. As long as our mother was in Independent Living, we had no complaints. However, when she moved to Assisted Living, the services we were paying extra for-- dressing, hygiene, bathing-- were only inconsistently provided. We had to badger BP on several occasions and finally had to hire outside help in addition to the BP package. On the day our mother died, it took me two hours to get there. When I arrived, I found my mother uncovered, sprawled on the floor, her limbs twisted, her clothes hiked up from the fall. She was alone except for the cemetery driver who had just arrived without a helper because he had not been warned to expect a body on the floor as is normal. No one met me or warned me. I helped the cemetery driver get my mother onto a gurney. The bracelet she always wore-- of some monetary value and great sentimental value-- was not on her wrist. We never found it. When we complained to friends who had parents in various Assisted Living facilities about the level of service BP was providing, or not, they would tell us, "They are all the same. Perhaps, but if I were looking again, I would not choose Byron Park. It takes more than lots of smiles.
by Bev.
5
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June 28, 2019
When I could no longer care for my husband alone we moved to Byron Park. We chose an appartment that has 1 Bedroom one bath and a Den. The appartmen in Assisted Living had just recently been renovated and is very comfortable. We have a new Executive Chef and the food is great. There activities all day long, as well as outings for shopping, dining out and entertainment and bus/van service to appointments. There is also a heated swimming pool and a great hot tub. My husband received excellent care from the Assisted Living Staff. Since he passed away I have had loving support from the staff and the many friends I have made here. I plan on staying here and highly recommend to you and/or you loved ones.
Kenny
4
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August 2, 2018
Generally, Byron Park was very pleasant. The staff member who showed us around was great. She gave us a lot of time, a lot of details, and she answered a lot of our questions. The food was good. The dining area looked nice and very pleasant. They have a pool, a small gym, a nice courtyard garden, and a library. They also have multiple classes.
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Costs for Byron Park in Walnut Creek, California
Independent Living
Independent Living is for those who desire the feel of a private residence with the amenities and activities available in a planned community, such as fitness classes, game nights, and group excursions. Services such as cleaning and groundskeeping are often available.
$5,900
Starting Price
Assisted Living
This level of care provides support for those who need help with personal care needs such as cleaning, bathing, and dressing. Residents selecting this level of care are treated to many amenities in a home-like atmosphere, while getting support in their daily lives.
$5,800
Starting Price
Services and Amenities of Byron Park in Walnut Creek, California
Costs
- Entry Fee
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: No
General
- Resident Capacity: 145
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 65
About Byron Park in Walnut Creek, California
Welcome to Byron Park, a Kisco Community ideally located in an exquisite setting with open space views from every vantage point. Situated between Rossmoor and downtown Walnut Creek, just 30 miles from San Francisco, Byron Park's full-service senior community has been serving the area with Independent and Assisted Living options since 1991.
Byron Park has a wide range of services and amenities to make your days comfortable and enjoyable. Independent living is great for seniors who want to live a maintenance-free life with the ability to partake in a lively community featuring:
Independent Living Amenities:- All day restaurant-style dining
- Bistro open daily with dining al fresco available
- Two meals per day
- Full kitchens
- Weekly housekeeping; linens and towels laundered
- Dynamic Wellness program
- Heated pool and spa with aquatics programs
- Scheduled transportation available 7 days a week
- Educational events, social activities and weekly outings
- State-of-the-art fitness center
- Personal training and wellness assessment available
- Emergency call system and daily check-ins
- Wi-Fi in apartments
- Utilities and expanded basic cable included
- Apartment maintenance available 7 days a week
- Pet-friendly
- Guest accommodations and respite care available
Byron Park has different levels of care to pertain to the unique needs of each resident. Individualized services are crucial to ensuring Assisted Living residents have a fulfilling experience at our community. Should your needs change over time, you will have the opportunity to choose additional levels of service to assist you with the activities of daily living so you can maintain the relationships and daily routines you have come to cherish.
Assisted Living Amenities:- All day restaurant-style dining
- Bistro with dining al fresco available
- Three meals per day plus snacks
- Full kitchens
- Weekly housekeeping
- Weekly linens, towels and personal items laundered
- Washers and dryers available for use on each level, at no cost
- Dynamic Wellness program
- Licensed nurse on duty / on call 24 hours
- Caregiver services available 24 hours
- Medication management
- Educational events, social activities and weekly outings
- State-of-the-art fitness center
- Personal training and wellness assessment available
- Emergency call system and daily check-ins
- Wi-Fi in apartments and throughout community
- Utilities and expanded basic cable included
- Apartment maintenance available 7 days a week
- Pet-friendly
- Guest accommodations and respite care available
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