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Drake Terrace
275 Los Ranchitos Road, San Rafael, CA 94903
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Reviews of Drake Terrace in San Rafael, California
4.33
(15 reviews)
Facility
4.0
Staff
4.8
Food
4.8
Activities
4.0
Value
3.0
Jeanette
5
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November 11, 2022
I liked Drake Terrace. It was a smaller place and I think the employees have worked there a long time. The residents were friendly during the short time my husband was there. The food was really good. The staff was very good. I was very happy with them. Although the facility was not new, it was still nice.
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Pamela
5
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June 23, 2022
We visited Drake Terrace and we liked everything about it. It's very well-run, everybody was very friendly and welcoming, and very cheerful. It had a lot of light and a lot of fun activities. The rooms are very bright and cheerful, and the food is good. They have a workout room and an activity room where they do movies and holiday things. The grounds are very well-kept. The atmosphere is very warm and family-like, and everybody's very nice to each other. What we saw was their independent living. They have other things too but we did not visit their assisted and memory care because what we wanted was just independent living.
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RosaXander
2
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May 12, 2020
The facility is pretty and clean and the staff is kind. My mother, with an Alzheimer's diagnosis, has lived there for 4 1/2 years, first in assisted-living and now a few months in the memory-care unit. We have now been told, against medical advice, that she must move because her condition has deteriorated to the point where she cannot get out of bed without assistance. We had assumed she would be allowed to stay until end of life. What people are considering this facility need to know is that they do not allow Hoyer or Sara lifts, simple and not expensive lifting devices that staff could use to safely move her from her bed to a chair, bathe her, etc. This is a corporate decision (from Kisco Senior Living) not Drake Terrace itself so I do not fault local staff but I honestly would not recommend any Kisco community if you have any expectations of your loved one being able to stay for the rest of their lives. I am giving the facilities a "poor" rating because of Kisco's Hoyer lift policy.
Anne
4
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April 30, 2019
Drake Terrace's staff was very accommodating and showed me the premises. They had a well-kept library with a fireplace which you could sit around at and read. They also had a movie theater, exercise rooms, and exercise activities. It's also very close to a major shopping center, and you can also arrange for transportation to get to appointments.
MS
4
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July 31, 2018
Drake Terrace is not perfect, but it's pretty good. The food is very good, and they have quite a few activities. It's in a really convenient location, and the surroundings are very pretty. There are hills and lots of trees around. The people seemed very nice. It's hard to get used to living in any kind of place like it, but it's mostly positive. They have everything from studios, one-bedrooms and two-bedrooms, and I'm in a one-bedroom unit with a pretty good-sized kitchen. Some units have handicap-accessible showers with grab bars. They have a couple of exercise classes, tai chi, entertainment that comes in, movies, and rides to doctors, shopping, and a scenic drive once a week. I was pleasantly surprised that the food is good, and they have three choices at each meal. It's pretty expensive. It does not have a swimming pool, and I wish they did.
Reviewer
5
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February 15, 2018
Drake Terrace was a very nice place. It would probably be our second choice for the waiting list. It is a little farther from the area we wanted to be in, but it is very nice. We like this place. They have a small coffee area/library, an exercise room, and a cafeteria. The dining area looked very nice. The whole place seemed very nice. Everybody was very friendly. It was very welcoming. They had nice apartments too.
Rachel034256
5
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January 2, 2017
My father-in-law is just leaving Drake Terrace. It’s a very nice, large facility with lots of activities. He was in the memory care unit, and they took excellent care of him. My father-in-law found the food to be decent. The staff members are very warm, very caring, very professional, and very thorough. They brought in a lot of entertainment and sing, play bingo, go on outings, have discussions, and more.
Randy157832
5
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December 13, 2016
Drake Terrace was a very nice place, and it had everything we wanted. The staff was very kind and helpful. The location was perfect because it was close to shopping places. The rooms were of good size, clean, and well kept. They provide transportation, and they have a calendar of events.
Carol842214
4
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November 14, 2016
Drake Terrace is really wonderful, and there are 120 people, so my mom is very happy to make a lot of new friends; she's doing fine. My mom is happy with the food, but I think it's a little bland because it's not very well-seasoned. However, it's nutritious, and she gets to order off a menu which she really likes, so it's good. My mom loves Shakespeare -- and they have a Shakespeare-reading class every week -- she loves current events and they have a current events class. They also have wine-tasting, musical groups, and trips.
Paul575317
5
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September 10, 2016
We were impressed with Drake Terrace. The grounds were nicely landscaped, and they have an area where people can go out to walk and relax. It’s a nice place, and they do have a full range of activities for their residents. The staff were really friendly.
PenelopeTZPQO
4
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May 11, 2016
I wouldn’t recommend Drake Terrace. I had a client who put her father in there, and they loved it, but it had this musty urine smell and was little on the dark side. Almost everybody was in walkers, in their 80s and maybe 90s, and a lot had Alzheimer's. I’m 77, but I still have all my faculties, and I like the little younger group. A couple of people let us in their rooms, and it had old glass and was very unique, like one of those Old West rooms. Their parking is very scattered, and you have to hunt for a parking place; that’s one thing I don’t like. I ate there, and the food was OK.
Lovelygirld
5
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May 17, 2015
My father and his wife moved to Drake's Terrace two years ago, and it's fantastic for them on many levels. Convenience: no need to shop for groceries, cook, or clean Social: built in new friendships with other interesting people; regular comraderie at meals, And more. Stimulating: all sorts of intellectual, arts, and music activities offered daily Health: exercise classes including walks, stretching and tai chi Safety I can't imagine a more down to earth and pleasant environment that offers safety, convenience, social outlets and much more. As a concerned and loving daughter, I'm very pleased my Dad and his wife reside here.
clarinet
5
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August 14, 2013
This is a well-run facility with a family feeling. It has about 150 people, excellent food, exercise classes with planned visits ( no cost)to stores, rstaurants doctors etc. There is a weekly ride in the bus to see places in Marin County and San Francisco. The staff is amazingly kind, helpful and understands the disabilities of the clients. There are frequent special programs and nightly game night, movies night or bingo. It is a very pleasant place to llve--and the San Rafael climate can't be beat/ (Take it from someone who grew up in the east!)
Charlene6
4
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April 18, 2013
I visited Drake Terrace when I was looking for a place to stay. The facility seemed updated. The common areas were nice enough. The apartments were small. There was no closet space and cooking facility. It seemed liked the bed wouldn't fit in the bedrooms. I was not comfortable with the set up.
Jkflute
3
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February 12, 2012
I have a relative at Drake Terrace. The food is good. The outings are good. The activities could be better. If the schedule reads "poker" and only a select 4 people play poker - others are not invited, it should not be included on their schedule of activities. The place is expensive; one price for all units regardless of where they are located. I believe that someone who is very close to the dining room should pay more for that convenience than someone who is much farther away. The staff are caring but sometimes have difficulty being understood due to their English as their 2nd language.
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Costs for Drake Terrace in San Rafael, California
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.
$5,725
Starting Price
Memory Care
Memory Care is specifically designed to meet the needs of those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. Specially trained staff members assist with activities of daily living (such as bathing and dressing) and provide therapies to slow further loss of cognitive abilities.
$8,000
Starting Price
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.
$7,170
Starting Price
Services and Amenities of Drake Terrace in San Rafael, California
Costs
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: Entry fee cost : $10000
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 130
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 55
About Drake Terrace in San Rafael, California
Drake Terrace allows you the freedom to express yourself as you continue to learn and grow in this enriching environment. Our community offers easy access to the wonders of the Bay Area: the arts, entertainment, dining, shopping, business, medical services, and cultural opportunities of San Francisco; the wine country and fine food of Sonoma; and the beauty of Santa Rosa.
Amenities:- Design your own lifestyle with multiple service plan options
- Choose from a variety of dining plans
- Multiple menu selections and entrees
- Bistro offering beverages, cappuccinos, computer access, big screen televisions and gathering areas
- Beverages available anytime
- Weekly housekeeping, linen and personal laundry services available
- Cable, telephone and Wi-Fi
- Emergency Response System and daily check-ins
- 24-hour security / front desk staff / manager on duty 7 days / week
- Apartment maintenance with 7 day / week coverage
- In-house transportation available - shopping, medical appointments and errands
- Signature Art of Living Well® programs
- Planned social and educational events as well as day trips
- Balance and mobility programs
- State-of-the-art fitness center
- Personal training and wellness assessments available
- Monthly blood pressure screening
- Supportive guidance for residents and families
- Additional services are available through our Personalized Service Packages
At Drake Terrace, we promote a sense of community and friendship. If 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 that you can maintain the relationships and daily routines you have come to cherish.
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