My wife has moved into Cedar Creek Retirement. I was initially not aware that they had Assisted Living, and since they are in my hometown, I did not have to go out of town for assisted living because it was available here.
The facility is very good. Everything is excellent. What I liked best is the location, that's number one. Number two, their reputation in the community is good. Number three, I know relatives that have been there before, so those are the three reasons. The staff is extremely friendly and extremely helpful.
They may be a little bit short of help in certain areas only. For instance, when you call their number, they never answer the phone. They will always get back to you, you have to leave a message. That is not good, they should answer the phone immediately, not call back. Now, other facilities in Fresno answered the phone immediately, but there is no callback.
The food is excellent. I have eaten there every day. They have excellent dining, excellent service, and excellent employees in the kitchen. The amenities looked good.
Cedar Creek Retirement
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
14 Reviews
500 N Westberry Blvd, Madera, CA 93637
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Cedar Creek Retirement
Assisted Living Reviews for Cedar Creek Retirement
October 15, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
August 21, 2021
I visited this facility
I went to Cedar Creek Senior Living. It felt more institutionalized it looked like, and it was more expensive. The staff members were OK. They were more business-like, but welcoming, but they were OK.
March 11, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My father lived in Cedar Creek Senior Living for several years. He was in independent living for a year there, and then the last six months, he was in assisted. It was wonderful. He loved it there, and that included the food and the people. It was really well run, and when he finally had to go into assisted and hospice, they just were so supportive. It was right in the middle of the Coronavirus thing, so they let me just keep his apartment the way it was until I felt safe enough to go down there and clean it out. It was great. I have nothing but good things to say about them overall. He was super happy there. They were so accommodating and letting me know all the time how he was doing. My father is kind of a foodie, and he really liked the food. I ate lunch there a couple of times as well. The facility was really nice.
October 16, 2017
I visited this facility
Cedar Creek was beautiful. I would actually like to live there. The layout was fantastic. The person who assisted me was awesome. They have a library, painting classes, a beauty salon, and trips, and they have their own shuttle system, so they can take you to doctors' appointments. I would've loved it there, but it just costs too much extra for them to give my mom her medications. We live in Madera, so it would've been closer. I looked over the menu, and it was really good.
March 30, 2017
I visited this facility
I was impressed with Cedar Creek. It looked very nice for my wife, but unfortunately, before we could get involved, she passed away. I may still end up there. They seem to have a good reputation here in town for nice, clean facilities, nice food, and everything. I don’t have anything bad to say about them.
December 13, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I visited Cedar Creek Senior Living with my stepdad. They fixed lunch for him, and he liked the food. I liked the fact that you can order whatever you want. The biggest thing we're happy about was when we were moving my parents in, the manager of the place helped us move all our stuff from the trailer into the building. We found out after a few days of moving them in that they get Mom up in the morning, get her cleaned up, get her dressed, and they get her up using her walker to go to the bathroom; she didn't do all of that before. She is doing so much better there, and they are actually taking care of her. She goes down to eat 3 times a day, she no longer eats in her bed. They are treating her so much better, and it is so incredible.
November 21, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
We put my dad in Cedar Creek. We like all the activities that they have. He has dementia. They have a dementia ward and a regular ward. They have a transition section. In his level of care, it gives him the freedom of the entire facility to do all the activities like outings and go on trips, but he is monitored closely at night. His room is like a regular apartment. It has a kitchen with no stove, but it has a refrigerator. It has a living room, a bedroom, and a bathroom. I had some problem with the billing -- just minor things -- but the facility itself and the people who works there -- the nurses and those type of people -- are wonderful.
May 10, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I was given a great tour of the facility and after touring five (5) others I felt Cedar Creek was the best fit for my 90 year old mother. The staff have been so caring to my mom from her very first day making the transition an easy and good experience for her. The activities are wonderful and I can't relate the feeling of happiness I feel after a visit realizing the staff have made it a point to know my mom's name by sight. When my mom moved in and I had a questions never once was I made to feel I was bothering and my question was quickly answered. I am so happy with Cedar Creek Senior Living Facility.
May 31, 2015
I visited this facility
I really liked Cedar Creek. It was very good. The rooms were very nice. They had some separate apartments which my mother liked, but she does not feel like she needs any help right now. The grounds were very well kept up, and the people were very nice and very friendly. They had a lot of activities like bingo and parties. They also had a bus that takes residents to their appointments.
October 23, 2014
I visited this facility
I visited Cedar Creek. The rooms were spacious. The staff was helpful. They checked and monitored the people a lot. The food was good. They had activities like bingo, entertainment would come, and they took them places.
Independent Living Reviews for Cedar Creek Retirement
September 15, 2022
I visited this facility
We went to Cedar Creek Retirement and talked to them. The experience was good. They showed us what we needed to see. The director and staff. They were good. It was nice. The hospitality was nice. It was just a nice, nice visit. They answered the questions that we asked. It was kept up nice. We didn't see any problems. They showed us the library, it was kind of busy, there were people in there, and they showed us around pretty well. It was kind of hard for my father-in-law because he wasn't very mobile. They did give him a wheelchair so we could get him around a little bit. But he was getting tired, so we had to go. We were pleased with the visit.
September 30, 2017
I visited this facility
We visited all parts of Cedar Creek Senior Living. It's substantially smaller than the other two facilites that we visited. It has a total of about 100 residents. The person that took me to the tour was young and perfect for the job. She knows what she's doing, she's very gracious, very forthcoming, answers questions, and goes out of her way to take care of you. We had lunch there. The visiting experience was pretty good, but it's not a place where we would want to live.
Memory Care Reviews for Cedar Creek Retirement
December 16, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
We just recently moved my father-in-law into Cedar Creek Senior Living in Madera. We got some personal recommendations from people in our area that had loved ones there so that's why we went with that one. They also had an opening for him and it was just kind of very quick.
He's in the memory center. So many of our friends had loved ones there and they highly recommended it. They gave me two cards for two people that work there, and I was told that I could call them day or night, seven days a week if I had any concerns at all. They are visitor-friendly and they encourage us to visit. They have a room where we can have a meal with a loved one, that's kind of off to the side. They communicate well with us and, just overall, are very concerned about my father-in-law and my mother-in-law's well-being.
He's in a double room but he has no roommate, which was nice of them. He pays less but he has privacy right now until they get more people. They got him settled in and he has his own room and bathroom. The room is more than adequate. You can bring a TV in if you want to. Everybody does their best to make sure he's comfortable.
The facility is very clean, there are no smells, and it's well taken care of. It's beautiful. We walk through the lower levels of care when we go in and there are activities for everybody. As we walk back, there's a beautiful dining room where people can eat. You can go in and eat with your loved one there too. We could even take my father-in-law out of the memory care area and bring him there. As you go back, the memory care area has its own kitchen area for snacks and whatnot, and then the main food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner is brought in. They have an area there where they keep food, so if somebody says they're hungry, they have something for them. He can walk around outside and he is quite safe. There's no way he could scale the wall.
They're very attentive. They had one gentleman trying to take a screen off and they took care of it. They watch them pretty closely back there in the memory care.
We were able to see their food when my husband and I were moving my father-in-law in. They've also served lunch to my mother-in-law and she said the food was good. I have not tried them but it looks good and appetizing. They have snacks every day. We told them that his favorite food is peanut butter and jelly so they immediately put that on his chart. He's not eating much, he's only eating 50% of what he should, and that's the same as it was at home so they immediately made sure that there was always peanut butter and jelly available for him.
I saw a list of activities and I saw people participating in the activities, maybe twice. There are also activities in memory care. I doubt that my father-in-law does any of them, but I have seen people participating in them.
March 06, 2019
I visited this facility
Cedar Creek Senior Living was fantastic in appearance. Everything was elegant, from the paintings on the walls, to the furniture. Everything was beautiful. The staff who showed me around was very dressed and elegant looking. It was a really nice place. The care center sat where there were lots of trees, so you get that kind of feeling even when you're just looking out the windows and even if you're not out in it. It's very comfortable and it makes you feel special.
Questions about Cedar Creek Retirement
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Monthly Relias Training that is mandated by DSS & CCL so we are in compliance, we also provide "in services" from home health and other agencies. Continued on the job training that is specific to those in Dementia Care.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Cedar Creek Retirement. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Late seventies, early eighties. Exercising, wii Jeopardy, bowling, painting, picnics, monthly restaurant outings, arts & crafts, happy hours, scenic drives, and visiting parks and lakes. Special monthly events ie Elvis Show, Luau, Western Day, and much more!
What programs or activities does Cedar Creek Retirement offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Exercise, walking in local parks, cinema visits. Our community embraces each resident's mind, body, and soul with weekly church services and church visits. Residents tell their life story and "Living the Dream" a visit to "Swim with the Dolphins" at Six Flags Vallejo. Visit San Francisco Giants Game". Ziplining and more.
What places are near Cedar Creek Retirement or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Cedar Creek Senior Living is located in a residential area set on four acres of beautiful property. We have a huge garden area for AL and Memory Care residents to enjoy.
What transportation services does Cedar Creek Retirement offer to assisted living residents?
Transportation is available seven days a week for shopping, doctor visits and other residents requests.
What makes the chef or dining program at Cedar Creek Retirement exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Cedar Creek Senior Living's dining room and menus are similar to a four-star restaurant. Menu items change daily. Fresh local sustainable vegetables and produce and spectacular desserts.
What safety features or security measures does Cedar Creek Retirement offer to assisted living residents?
We have CCTV cameras located inside and outside the building. We are staffed 24 / 7 / 365. Our memory care is secured 24 / 7 /365. All residents in AL and IL have pendents. When activated it goes via our radio system. All residents are logged in daily in our Sagely system when dining.
How does Cedar Creek Retirement keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
We have the Sagely Interactive Application where families are sent photographs of residents in activities in real-time or as they happen. Families are sent a monthly activity calendar and are notified of a fall, unusual behavior, change in condition, or any other pertinent information.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Cedar Creek Retirement during daytime and nighttime hours?
Staffing ratio is scheduled and based on residents needs for both day time and night time 24 / 7 /365......
If Cedar Creek Retirement accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Some apartments have patios. Our garden area has a dog run appropriately themed and named "Pooh Park". We are definitely a pet-friendly community.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
Monthly Relias Training that is mandated by DSS & CCL so we are in compliance, we also provide "in services" from home health and other agencies. Continued on the job training.
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Cedar Creek Retirement. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Mostly grew up in the farming agriculture industry, Late seventies to mid eighties in age, visit wineries, visits to beaches, lakes shopping malls, casino visits, art galleries, restaurants
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Cedar Creek Senior Living is located in a residential area, however, we have a huge garden area for AL and Memory Care residents to enjoy and also local parks.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Cedar Creek Retirement has organized?
Monthly resident "This Is Your Life". Residents tell their life stories and "Living the Dream" a visit to "Swim with the Dolphins" at Six Flags Vallejo. Visit San Francisco Giants Game", Ziplining, and more.
What transportation services does Cedar Creek Retirement offer to independent living residents?
Transportation is available seven days a week for shopping, Doctor visits and other residents requests
What makes the chef or dining program at Cedar Creek Retirement exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Cedar Creek Senior Living's dining room and menus are similar to a four-star restaurant. Menu items change daily with an ala cart menu featuring steak, salmon, lamb, and fresh local sustainable vegetables and produce and spectacular desserts
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
All common areas are available to IL residents, Library, Bistro Area and Garden Areas
What safety features or security measures does Cedar Creek Retirement offer to independent living residents?
Frequent wellness checks, secured units with lock pad entries and CCTV cameras , monitors located at Concierge desk and memory care monitored at all times.
If Cedar Creek Retirement accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Some apartments have patios. Our garden area has a dog run appropriately themed and named "Pooh Park". We are definitely a pet-friendly community.
Does Cedar Creek Retirement work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Yes, we partner with home health and hospice agencies.
How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?
The staffing ratio is scheduled and based on dementia acuity and residents' needs for both day time and night time 24 / 7 /365.
What safety features or security measures does Cedar Creek Retirement provide to protect residents who wander?
Frequent wellness checks, secured units with lock pad entries and CCTV cameras , monitors located at Concierge desk and memory care monitored at all times.
What programs or activities does Cedar Creek Retirement offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?
We have craft, painting, exercise, outings, story time and cooking. One on one hand massage, salon days for hair and make up, birthday parties and family day, outings and picnics at local parks.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
Generations Memory Care Director, Resident Care Director. Updated every three months or when there is a change in condition
What techniques does Cedar Creek Retirement use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
Meals are served family style, for those who cannot use a knife and fork the entrees are made finger food style with sauces for dipping. Staff will support / assist residents by using hand over hand technique.
How does Cedar Creek Retirement keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Families are updated on falls, slips, change of condition medication change, Doctor visits any other unusual occurrence.
Describe the neighborhood around Cedar Creek Retirement. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
It is a residential neighbourhood, However there are parks that are a short distance away so we take our Memory Care residents to local parks, cinemas, State Fair in our bus or van.
Is Cedar Creek Retirement affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
Yes Madera Community Hospital, or at family request St Agnes Hospital and Fresno Community Hospital Fresno.
Costs for Cedar Creek Retirement
Services and Amenities of Cedar Creek Retirement
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: Entry Fee Cost : $1800
- Assisted Living Starting At: $3600/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $3400/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $4550/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
- Detached Homes
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Coffee Shop
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Pool
- Spa
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Internet Enabled Rooms
- Wifi
Health services
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Psychiatric Care
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
- Pharma
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Tai Chi
- Fitness Room
- Yoga
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
Diet
- Diabetic
- Kosher
- Low Fat
- Special Diets
- Low Salt
- Renal
- Vegetarian
Languages
- English
- Spanish
General
- Resident Capacity: 120
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: All Pets Allowed
Range of services
- Companion Care
- Personal Care Assistants
- In Home Health
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Payment options
- Check
Licenses
- State Licenses: 207203238
About Cedar Creek Retirement
Welcome Home to Cedar Creek Retirement!
Features And Benefits
- 24-Hour Assistance
- Housekeeping
- Pet-Friendly
- Utilities (Excluding Phone)
- Positive and Professional Associates
- Warm and Welcoming
Mission Statement
The ISL Generations Memory Support Program follows a philosophy of a person-centered culture where one is a whole person first, the person they were and still are, and not identified by the disease or behaviors. We strive to celebrate and highlight the abilities of those we serve.
Vibrant Life
Vibrant Life is a cutting-edge activities program with innovative approach designed for enhancing and enriching residents' lives across seven core components for well-rounded and meaningful experiences.
What Makes Us Special
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