The only issue about Atria Hillsdale was it's a big company, so it wasn't best suited for my father. The rooms were good. They offer the normal amenities, but it's not something we're looking for in memory care.
Atria Park of San Mateo
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
32 Reviews
2883 South Norfolk Street, San Mateo, CA 94403
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Reviews of Atria Park of San Mateo
Assisted Living Reviews for Atria Park of San Mateo
February 25, 2018
I visited this facility
May 30, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My dad moved in to Atria Hillsdale, and I'm super pleased. The staff was super attentive, answered all my questions, and took care of paperwork that needed to be taken care of to deal with his VA benefits, and they greeted my every day and knew me by name. They were super patient with my father even on his grumpier days. I am extremely happy with where he's at and how he's doing. My dad's room is nice but small, and they don't provide anything so we needed to provide a bed, a dresser, and a nightstand. His bathroom, however, is not ADA-compliant, which is kind of a bugger for me, plus the bathroom door opens up against the front door to his apartmen,t and that doesn't work very well because him being in a wheelchair makes it difficult to get in. They have a lot of in-house activities like Bingo and cards, and one day, a young girl came in with an escort to play the piano for people which is nice. They also have little sightseeing tours. In June, they're going to be doing a luau, so they try to keep people engaged and busy.
March 28, 2017
I visited this facility
Atria Hillsdale was definitely more in the style and scope of what my mother needs. My only reservations about the place was it had very little outside space and felt like it's on a freeway because it's on two busy streets, so there's traffic and parking is difficult. The facility itself was well maintained and pleasant. The dining room smelled delicious and looked like a nice restaurant. The people whom I saw in the office were certainly friendly, pleasant, and accommodating. It had a very pleasant environment but not as much opportunity for outdoor fresh air as I would've liked.
March 07, 2017
I visited this facility
The tour at Atria Hillsdale was very well done. The place seemed to be well maintained but a little older. The coordinator was extremely nice. We had a very nice lunch there. They had a unique, unstructured dining schedule where the residents can eat at anytime, which I would imagine has advantages. The facilities were nice. Our interaction with the residents was somewhat limited. It's not a large place. They seemed to have limited library access, but they had areas where the residents could go and sit and possibly read.
February 01, 2017
I visited this facility
Atria Hillsdale was OK, but I didn’t love it. The dining room seemed OK but wasn’t fancy. The rooms were nice. The staff and the people were really nice. I certainly enjoyed the people and thought they were very helpful.
January 09, 2017
I visited this facility
Atria Hillsdale was very clean, upscale, and had a wonderful dining room. We met with the chef and saw their varied menu. The food smelled and looked delicious. They had a big activity room and a lot of things going on. When we were there, they were having an ice cream social. The staff was friendly and seemed to be very attentive to the residents. The rooms were very nice. It's on the top of our list except that they do not have a walk-in shower, which was the only negative comment I have about this place.
September 29, 2016
I visited this facility
I really liked the Atria Hillsdale. The lady that gave me the tour and talked with me was absolutely professional in every way she possibly could. The environment there was incredibly clean. They seemed like they had a lot of different activities for seniors to do, which was great.
May 10, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Atria Hillsdale was nice. My mother stayed there for about four weeks and it was fun. It turned out that she needed more one-on-one care, so I had to take her from there into a board and care home. They had activities that people can take advantage of if they wanted to. The dining area was nice; it was like eating in a nice restaurant. They gave you a nice menu to choose from and the food was good. They didn’t have a lot of servers so the service was very slow, but most people living there aren’t in a hurry anyway, so it was fine.
February 29, 2016
I visited this facility
I didn't get a great feeling about Atria Hillsdale. One good thing was it's close to a lot of things like restaurants and shopping. The rooms were OK, but I didn't like them that much. The one thing that Atria has going for them is how they kept their dining room structured. It's open pretty much of the day from 6:30 in the morning until 7:00 in the evening. The residents can come in as they like and have their meals. They don't have to come at a said hour. The staff was friendly.
Provider Response
Thanks for visiting us at Atria Hillsdale. I’m sorry to learn that the apartments available at this time are not a perfect fit. In the meantime, if there is anything I can do to help, please reach me directly at customerservice@atriaseniorliving.com.
January 13, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I was shown two rooms at Atria Hillsdale; one was furnished, which looked really nice. The staff member who took me on the tour was very nice; however, she gave me some wrong information. Otherwise, we liked the facility, and it fit what my father needed. When my father moved in, I saw that there was a bus that was driving the seniors around for a tour. They go shopping and play cards.
January 13, 2016
I visited this facility
We had a tour at Atria Hillsdale. The place was clean, and the people were very friendly. They have a big dining area and nice, little courtyard garden areas as well. They also have a community room for activities, and when we got there, they were finishing bingo. The place is nice for senior living, but if you need any other care needs, you have to hire somebody and bring them in.
December 15, 2015
I visited this facility
I have seen Atria, and I was very interested there. However, it’s in a very busy area. The facility inside seemed okay, and the people seemed to be alright. The rooms are clean and nice. The activities were similar to the other places.
November 09, 2015
I visited this facility
We like Atria Hillsdale. I like what they did, and it was a nice place. However, it is an older place that needs updating. That's the only bad thing. The rooms were little small but were nice and clean. The guy running it and his staff were very, very nice and thorough. The dining area looked nice.
July 29, 2015
I visited this facility
I visited Atria, and the Atria people were all pleasant, friendly, and welcoming. They took me on a nice tour of the facility. The rooms were clean and pleasant. The activities were arts & crafts, bingo, singing, and board games.
June 18, 2015
I visited this facility
The price was good at Atria Hillsdale. It was a good economical place for people who need assisted living, but the facility needed a lot of repair. They had flowers everywhere in the eating area. It was a very secure facility, and it was reasonable. The patients looked very happy and were very active. The staff was very helpful and friendly.
Provider Response
Thanks for visiting Atria Hillsdale. We’d like to learn more about your experience so we can continue to enhance our community. If you’re comfortable sharing more information with us, please reach out to us at customerservice@atriaseniorliving.com.
May 27, 2015
I visited this facility
We looked at Atria in San Mateo. They had us lunch there, and we loved it. When we were looking at the room, we were trying to get a room that was laid out exactly like my mother-in-law's room. The ones they had available at the time weren't quite what we needed. We had only gone in there looking at the rooms for respite care. It was almost too big for her, and it wasn't going to be easy for her to navigate. Everything is clean and new. They looked very well cared for. We also talked with some of the residents when we were there, and people seemed to be pleased. We liked the way it felt and the way it looked.
April 17, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Atria Hillsdale is great. They met all my mom's needs. We searched other facilities, but this has been great in all areas for her. The place is very pleasant, and everybody is very positive. It is also open, nice, and very comfortable as well. We joined him for meals there, and it is very nice. They are also open from 7 am to 7pm so if for some reason she doesn’t want to come down early, she can always go down and get something later.
January 06, 2015
I am/was a resident of this facility
The difference between the studio of Atria Hillsdale and the other places was the fact that they did not have a small kitchen. Their amenity was their dining room which was open at free hours and more of a restaurant ambience, so people could go down at any time when they were hungry, and they will be served like they would in a restaurant. This was a three-story building so it had elevators. It was a nice facility and newer than the others, so there wasn't any noticeable repairs that were needed. I think the dining area was just phenomenal in the way they had set up the atmosphere and the timing so they didn't need to have a kitchenette in the rooms.
November 26, 2013
I visited this facility
Atria was a much older facility. The place itself looked older. I had lunch there and I didn't like their food at all. Their staff though was very nice. Because I didn't have a car, they came and picked me up from my house and drove me back home. They also have a schedule for activities for their residents.
Provider Response
Thank you for your feedback I'm glad that you have enjoyed our staff and services, and we are continually working to improve the dining experiences of our residents. If there is further feedback that you are willing to provide to help us make improvements, please contact us at customerservice@atriaseniorliving.com (be sure to include the community name).
July 24, 2013
I visited this facility
The food here is absolutely horrible. The dining room is pleasant enough, but the food is served cold by incompetent waiters and the service takes forever. Othere than the activities which are good, the place looks likes it's ready to close.
Provider Response
I am so very sorry for your negative experience with our community during a recent staff transition. We have just hired a new director of culinary services and our residents should see a dramatic difference in their dining experience in the next two weeks. I encourage you to stop by for a visit and please contact us at customerservice@atriaseniorliving.com with any further concerns that you may have.
June 07, 2013
I visited this facility
The lobby and the cafeteria weren't that bad, but when you went up the second floor of Atria Hillsdale, it smelled immediately like death and urine. It was horrible. The hallway was just like a college fraternity dorm wherein you had one hallway and there were rooms on both sides. The rooms were shoebox-sized and old fashioned and the aromatics were certainly less than desirable. I wouldn't go in this facility if I was dead.
Provider Response
Please accept our deepest apologies for the unpleasant odor you spoke about in your review. This is certainly not acceptable at any of our communities and we have taken measures to ensure that it does not become an issue again. I hope that you will consider giving us another opportunity to meet with you so that you can see our community as welcoming as it should always be. If we can answer any questions or if you have other concerns, please contact us at customerservice@atriaseniorliving.com and include the Atria community name in your subject line.
May 23, 2013
I visited this facility
Atria Hillsdale was an older facility and it had a business-like reception area. I spent most of my time in the memory care area. I really liked that the rooms were neat, clean, can be personalized and homey. The dining area was very large and complete with linen table cloths and napkins. The residents in the various areas seemed fine. There was also an area where the residents could freely walk outside, so they had a feeling of independence and freedom, which was important to me. They treated everyone with appropriate care. I would pick this facility for my mom if it was not for the location.
June 23, 2011
I visited this facility
I've visited Atria of San Mateo several times and have recommended it to my clients. It offers both assisted living and memory care.
The direct care staff is very hands on, very patient, caring, attentive, well trained. They assign a care coordinator to every resident, and that works well. All the care seems to be well managed. The dementia patients, in particular, get a lot of 1:1 hands-on care.
It's located next to a lagoon (with great views) right off 101 at the Hillsdale exit, so it's easy to find. It's on the corner of two busy streets, though. The facility itself is four stories. 1st floor: admin, kitchen, dining room, recreation room. 2nd floor: memory unit. 3rd and 4th floors: residences. All the rooms are private, and they all have a bathroom with a call-button. And they come furnished or unfurnished. It's about 15-20 years old and is well kept (freshly painted rooms, carpeted), good light.
I've heard from a number of the residents that the food is absolutely great--served restaurant style.
They also have a good mix of activities, with something new every day. On a Friday when I was there recently, they had a professional singer playing the piano. They also were serving cocktails to those who wanted them. It was very nice.
One other plus: It's very clean, and there are NO hospital odors--a nice departure from a lot of facilities I've been in.
May 26, 2011
Friend or relative of resident
The first thing that I noticed when I visited my Uncles friend here at Atria is a lot of smiling old people. They seemed to be enjoying the nice calm breeze in the garden and the perfect atmosphere. The doors were wide for wheel chair access; the staff looked very approachable, helpful and cheerful. The building was very clean and had good cross ventilation.
My Uncle's friend had been staying there since the last 3 years and he was full of praises for the facilities that Atria Hillsdale provides and how he has made some good friends with others who stay here. He said that he gets to do some exercises in the morning as assisted by the nurse and also gets to participate in many activities that the management organizes.
While I was there, I saw a family who had come to admit an old family member. It was an emotional moment for them. However the staff counseled them really well. I was happy that I could visit Atria and see the life that we usually don't give much heed to.
May 03, 2011
Friend or relative of resident
My friends grandmom had been staying here for like 2
years and she has found the people very friendly.
They spend time getting to know the residents . They
organize a lot of free activities, and have free exercise programs which has benefitted my friends grandmom to a great extent. They have happy hours too which gives a lot of opportunity for people to mingle.
The rooms are also pretty big and have good ventilation and amenities. However, There are some downsides. The food sometimes is not fresh and the medications are sometimes not provided on time. Having said that, if the management there work on these issues, it could be one of the places where I would definitely like to put my loved one.
Provider Response
Thank you for taking the time to post your feedback on Atria Hillsdale. I'm glad to hear that your friend's grandmother has enjoyed living at our community, but we would like to address the concerns you expressed about the food quality and medication reminders. Since your review, we have continued to improve the dining experience of our residents, and we also survey our residents twice per year to gather additional feedback. On the subject of medication reminders, I will share your review with the appropriate staff to make sure that we correct any issues that may exist in that area, as well. If you have any questions or would like to discuss any further details regarding Atria Hillsdale, please contact us at customerservice@atriaseniorliving.com and include the community name in your subject line.
Independent Living Reviews for Atria Park of San Mateo
April 17, 2018
I visited this facility
We do not like Atria Hillsdale at all. Our experience was very poor. We met with the sales director in the office and told them that we're just investigating all the facilities in the area and that we won't be needing it soon, and in two or three minutes, he sent us to talk to one of his staff. The staff member was friendly, however he doesn't know much. We asked them to email us their floor plan and other things, but there was no response or follow up, no nothing.
Provider Response
Hi, thank you for visiting, and for taking the time to provide feedback. I'm sorry to hear this community wasn't a fit - we also have several others in the area that might be better suited to your family's needs and preferences. For a full listing of our communities, please visit our website, AtriaSeniorLiving.com. Also, floor plans can be found on the individual web pages for our communities. If you have questions or would like additonal information, don't hesitate to contact me any time at CustomerService@AtriaSeniorLiving.com.
February 11, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My friend moved into Atria, and I think it's very good. They're under construction right now, but it's fine. She has two rooms, and they help her clean. They also give her medicines. They have a full program of activities with things going on all day long. She's joining in on a lot of things. They have a nice dining area and a separate one for the memory care clients.
November 13, 2017
I visited this facility
Atria Hillsdale was nice, but the rooms seemed small. The carpet and other things seemed kind of dated. One of the floors had a urine odor, but they said that they were planning on doing some renovations. The staff seemed professional and very nice, and the dining room looked very nice.
September 10, 2017
I visited this facility
Our visit at Atria Hillsdale was very nice. The gentleman that gave us the tour was very informative and very nice. We didn't eat there, but the food looked very good. We were there at lunchtime and we walked through the cafeteria. What my mom didn't like was the size of the rooms that we could afford. It was just a 1-room studio and she didn't like not having a kitchen. They did tell us about all the activities. They have exercise classes and they have transportation also, which I really liked. The whole place was very clean and very nice. We met some of the cleaning staff and they were very nice also.
May 10, 2011
Friend or relative of resident
A close family friend lives here and it really fits her personality. She was very social during her youthful days and the Atria always has interactive activities planned for residents. I think the atmosphere is better for individuals who like socializing and spending time with larger groups. However, for someone who prefers to keep to himself, the environment might seem somewhat intimidating. Rooms are very airy and spacious. It doesn't feel like a cramped dorm room, a problem I've seen with so many assisted living communities. One of the best things about the Atria is the staff--they know all the names of even the quietest residents and foster a true sense of community.
December 03, 2009
My loved one stayed here
After less than a week in their care, my father was rushed to the hospital with "acute renal failure, caused by severe dehydration", and died the next day. The Dr. that was attending him told me the ONLY reason anyone would be in his condition would be from gross negligence. Then, 3 days after he died, The Atria had the gall to send me a bill for the next months charges!!
This place is only interested in your families money, and raping their insurance company. That's just my educated opinion.
Atria Senior Living, has been cited over 1000 times for serious resident care problems, ranging from medication errors, to residents wandering away from the facility. This is according to a report from the Campaign to Improve Assisted Living.
I wish I had known this before I made the mistake of placing my father with these uncaring and unqualified (in my opinion), people.
Memory Care Reviews for Atria Park of San Mateo
July 22, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Our experience with Atria Hillsdale has been very good. My mother's in their memory care facility and I like it. It's good and small scale, so the ratio of caregivers to the clients is good. Her room is adequate. They're finishing construction of a new wing that they'll be moving into next month, so I'm anticipating a definite upgrade. I have no complaints. They have bingo, physical motion classes where they bounce a ball around, and sing-alongs. They keep them occupied, and there's an outside area, but with supervision. It's a locked down facility. There's a dining area where they eat and watch movies and a common room for exercise and other activities.
Costs for Atria Park of San Mateo
Services and Amenities of Atria Park of San Mateo
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Assisted Living Starting At: $4644/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $3944/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $5630/month
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: No
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Dining Extra: Ethnic Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Health services
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: 40 Hours/Week
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Religious Services
- Fitness Room
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
Diet
- Kosher
- Low Salt
- Renal
- Vegetarian
Languages
- English
General
- Pets: Yes
Types of care
- Meal Preparation
Training Areas
- Memory Care Training
Licenses
- Licenses: 415600133
- State Licenses: 415600133
About Atria Park of San Mateo
For more than 20 years, Atria has served the families of San Mateo. With a continuing commitment to quality, the community is undergoing an extensive renovation to enhance its beauty and functionality. Once complete, residents will enjoy a host of exciting new spaces and amenities, including updated apartments with modern décor and features, a larger living room with lagoon views, a newly constructed 4,500-square-foot outdoor terrace with mountain views, a new movie theater, full-service bistro and physical therapy center – and much more. The community will seek LEED® certification for sustainable design, construction and operation.
In addition to discreet assistance with daily tasks like bathing and getting dressed, Atria Park of San Mateo has a licensed nurse on-site 24/7 to provide care services such as diabetic management and mobility support.
For families facing the challenges of dementia, Atria Park of San Mateo recently expanded and enhanced its memory care neighborhood, relocating it to a larger space within the community. Features include an open layout with combined dining, living and event space, a secure interior courtyard and new, thoughtfully designed apartments with modern features.
In addition to chef-prepared meals and 24/7 support from a dedicated staff, residents of Atria Park of San Mateo also benefit from a robust events calendar featuring engaging opportunities every day – from yoga classes and happy hours to jewelry workshops and musical performances.
Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living and memory care communities in more than 200 locations in 26 states and seven Canadian provinces. Atria communities are home to more than 23,000 seniors and employ more than 14,000 people.
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