Grandview Care Lodge

Jan

We moved mom to Grandview Care Lodge. They're a small place. They have a maximum of only eight residents and that was the reason that we chose that place. This way she could get some more individualized care. Where she was at was pretty impersonal, especially compared to this place. She seems to be better adjusted, and it's because she's not in a place with a hundred people. They always know where she is. So far, it's worked out great. She fits in well with the people. She's adjusted really well. It's more like a family environment. She gets to socialize with people as well. It's so much better. The people that run it are very nice and very personable. Mom gets care whenever she needs it. She's adapted really well to the place. She's happier than where she was. They have private rooms. They've done a number of activities. It was built by the owner about 15 years ago, but it's very well maintained. There's a central dining area and that's where the meals are. They have a little gym in there, although it rarely gets used. The residents at this facility (at least the ones that are there now) are typically older than the ones where she's at. It's not a nursing home, but it is advanced assisted living. The staff is all competent. They know how to deal with elderly people. The food is adequate. It's not great food. The rooms are a little bit small. I've seen them doing activities a couple of times. For the amount they're doing, they're pretty reasonably priced.