We visited the solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield. I liked it and I think I would go there before others. The staff was fine. The food was very good and filling, and the dining area was good. It was like a restaurant where the service was good, had a good selection, and it was more than I expected. The rooms were OK, nice, and when someone moves out, they made it new again. They showed me one model; one room was smaller, and I would choose a bigger one if I will go there. You can go outside and walk around. Its located close to where I live, and I love this area. You can tell they work hard to keep them upkeep. Everything looks almost new, the furniture doesnt look worn, and its really clean, quiet, and smells like a new facility.
Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
Offers Independent Living
17 Reviews
8200 Westwold Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93311
Call
(800) 385-2527
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16 days
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Reviews of Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
Independent Living Reviews for Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
June 06, 2019
I visited this facility
May 29, 2019
I visited this facility
I went to Solstice Senior Living. It was small, and the rooms were small, but it was even more expensive than the other places I looked at. It was beautiful, but my mom didnt like how the men were dressed in suits. It made her very uncomfortable. It was too formal for her on a day-to-day basis. The staff was awesome.
November 27, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My father-in-law has been living in Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield. It's very nice, clean, maintained, and the people were really friendly. My father-in-law has a studio. They have three meals a day, laundry facilities, and events that they plan on a regular basis. They also provide transportation to shopping and housekeeping service for no extra charge.
April 06, 2018
I am/was a resident of this facility
I moved into Solstice Senior Living, and my experience has been very good. I liked the area, and it's not too far from where I live. They have Mexican Train, and a Bridge group. My apartment is very nice, but very small, and so it's an adjustment to make. The facility is beautiful, and the meals are nice. The staff is fine.
March 09, 2018
I visited this facility
Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield was very well-maintained. The staff seemed very friendly. The facilities looked very well taken care of and it seemed like everybody was happy there. They have lots of activities too. They have Bingo, chair aerobics, and puzzles. It's in a very nice area of town. The rates are competitive. The food is very bland. It wouldn't be something that I would like, but maybe some seniors would. It's a little bit better kept up and the neighborhood was better than the other place I saw.
August 26, 2017
I visited this facility
Carriage House Estates was a nice place, but a little too dated. The staff was very good and they were very flexible with their pricing and everything, but they didn't really have the assisted living option. The programs didn't seem to be quite as active, and things like the library and computer lab weren't as nice as they were over at the other places I saw. The rooms didn't have a kitchen, but they're very nice and spacious. They had some rooms that were beautiful, and they even had outdoor patios.
November 17, 2016
I visited this facility
Carriage House Estates was very nice, clean, and bright. They had nice landscaping, and it was very comfortable. The person who assisted me was very nice and helped as best she could. They had card games going on, and they have a library. The dining area looks very good. They will have a day for trick or treating where the kids could come in and show people their costumes; I was welcomed to come and I could bring someone with me, so that was nice. They also have a beauty shop.
September 30, 2016
I visited this facility
Carriage House Estates was very nice. The people were nice. The food was good. Everything was clean. I like the 2-bedrooms; they had fixed it really nice. They had all the activities there. They had pools and exercise rooms. There were no complaints.
December 28, 2015
I visited this facility
I was very pleased with Carriage House Estates. The community was very nice, and their rooms were of a nice size. It would be a very nice place to live.
June 29, 2015
I visited this facility
Everything was good -- the staff, the dining room, facilities, and the activities. The rooms were really nice and certainly fit the bill. Their assistance was good. It's clean and fairly well laid out. Carriage House Estates was on a flat area, so it would be safer for my mother to walk around with her walker. They did have a nice walking area on one side of it. They seemed to be very caring.
June 18, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My dad is in Carriage House. It is awesome. The apartments are very nice. Everything is kept clean. It is just a nice place. The staff members will go out of their way to help the residents. They have activities like playing cards and bowling.
January 21, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Carriage House is very nice. I have a friend who lives there in the assisted living. Her room is very nice. She has a studio which is quite large. The staff is very nice. The food is really good, and they have all kinds of activities from bingo to education classes.
August 26, 2014
I visited this facility
Carriage House was beautiful. Everybody there was wonderfully nice and friendly. We saw three different rooms; they were neat and clean. The sanitation was flawless. We ate there and the food was excellent. The price is good, the service all seemed wonderful; and they have a lot of things going on. That’s where my father will go if he decides to move to a long-term care facility.
March 29, 2014
I visited this facility
Carriage House is a fabulous place, but it is very expensive. It’s arranged beautifully, and it’s got great food. You can eat in small groups if you want, or alone. It’s an amazing place; you can have your own apartment or little cottage. The rooms are a nice size, and the cottages have adequate rooms for two, and they’re cozy. They have groups that go and entertain them, and they have a van that takes people where they want to go.
February 27, 2014
I visited this facility
I like the Carriage House. It has monitoring on them where they could check in and they got checked in on all the time if they have memory issues where they're going to have memory work but you can pay them a little extra. They invite them to different programs.
I'm used to living in a big house so the rooms both seemed small but livable. The staff is very friendly. The residents all seemed happy and well cared for. The facility was clean and they smelled well and it looked like they had much of activities for the seniors which I was pleased with.
I like the Carriage House because if your aging parent is needing additional care, they have that transition for a little more assisted before they go into the memory care unit because I don't think all patients are ready for the memory unit where they need that transition where they have that little bit of extra help or reminders to get them through the day.
November 20, 2013
I visited this facility
Carriage House Estates was a very nice place. However, I didn't particularly care for the way the menus were set up. People at lunchtime or dinnertime would bring a tray around and they would choose off what they want. You don't get to choose ahead of time. You also only have a choice of two different things and if you don't like either one of those (which I didn't during my visit), that's too bad. I just didn't like that.
October 30, 2013
I visited this facility
My mother-in-law is at Carriage House Estates. We met with one of the administration and we really liked the facility. It was very light and decorated very nicely. The rooms are very nice. My mother-in-law had a nice feeling about how they were treated. The other people there were very friendly.
Questions about Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Shopping: Trader Joe's, Albertson's, Walmart, Home Depot, CVS and Walgreens. Restaurants: California Pizza Kitchen, BJ Restaurant, Applebee's, Tahoe Joes, Firehouse, PF Changs Education: California State University, Bakersfield and Bakersfield College
What transportation services does Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield offer to independent living residents?
Daily transportation to doctors appointments, shopping, banking, post office...
What makes the chef or dining program at Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Always Available Menu, Solstice Elevate Program for Culinary, Daily Specials at all meals, home cooking, fresh ingredients, always from scratch.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Activity Room, Card Room, Fitness Center, Chapel, Library, TV Lounge, Game Room.
What safety features or security measures does Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield offer to independent living residents?
'5 Star' pendant system for all residents that has GPS location.
If Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Pet Policy - $25 per month pet rent per pet. Breeds excluded (Pit Bulls, Rottweiler's, and German Shepherds), max weight 30lbs, max height 18". Must have all vaccination records.
Does Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
We provide options for our residents to choose from but do not provide nursing or medical assistance.
Costs for Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
Services and Amenities of Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
- Housing Extra: Cottages
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
- Dining Extra: Private Dining Room
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Hiking Trails
- Tv Room
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Lectures Discussions
- Wii Sports
- Fitness Room
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
General
- Minimum Age: 55
Costs
About Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
Independent living is just that, you live independently enjoying the company of your friends and neighbors while we provide the convenience of restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, laundry, transportation services and much more. We believe you have earned the right to a care-free lifestyle. Let us do the daily chores so you can do the daily fun!
