Memory Care Communities in Elyria, OH

"We ended up going to Arden Courts of Westlake. They are the most loving and wonderful people. They truly care about my dad. I feel like they are becoming part of our family, even though we can't go in and we can't really get to know them well. It's so difficult with COVID, but they are definitely a wonderful place, loving, and they are going above and beyond, especially with all the extra stuff that they have to do like video calls."

"My aunt moved into Symphony at Olmsted Falls. The community is wonderful, and the people who work here are so very sweet and helpful throughout the entire process. They have helped me every step of the way. They have been very supportive and love having my aunt here. As I was walking by, the upkeep was excellent. They routinely clean up the facility throughout the day. The maintenance personnel here do a great job. When I came in, it smelled clean. The room is perfect for what my aunt needs. The en-suite bathroom is great. It's got a lot of room. They have a lot of great amenities. The courtyard is sweet. My aunt's room looks over the courtyard. They've got a bunny here, which is adorable, a pet bunny. They bring pets in, and kids come here and visit. It is a great community. The activities are not overwhelming. They're gently encouraged to participate if they want to; they don't have to if they don't want to. What I like is that they do a lot of live music and my aunt watched the game."

"I have my mother is in here now. It's been a very good experience. They're just kind of opening back up in Ohio from COVID, so they are just now getting out and around a little bit within the last month. Some of those activities are maybe coming back, but nothing really soon. The staff we met was fine. I have no problems at all. I wasn't able to go through all of the facilities. She went in just before the outbreak, but she's getting the care she needs, and we're good with their response. Everything we've asked for, they provided. They've done OK."

"Independence Village of Avon Lake is wonderful and very caring. People are very friendly and receptive. They pay attention to what's going on with the senior. My mother is in the memory care unit. They do painting, word and board puzzles, games of present and past, reminisce different things, and they make sure everybody is involved."

"We went to Vitalia Senior Residences at Westlake. It was modern and very attractive looking. I met with the tour guide. She was very well-informed and seemed to know what we were looking for. We saw the calendar of what they offered in terms of activities and that includes taking people to a few places. And they have exercise, they have a movie theater, and they have a pool in the facility."

"I was very impressed with Vitalia Senior Residences at Strongsville. It was lovely. Everything was nice. We have friends that have gone there and they were extremely happy there. It's a good place. It's just a little bit too much Big Brother with wrist bands and things in the rooms. We're not ready to be under such close scrutiny, and it takes away a lot of your privacy. They have no facilities for cars except for them to be parked outside. There's a pool, there are games, and there's a bus to take you to the casinos and other excursions. The staff member that took care of us was very pleasant and very informative."

"Bickford of Rocky River was our number two choice. That was very nice, I liked that one. I've seen a menu but did not sample a meal there. They had choices. The only one that I met was the admissions director. I mean, I've seen some people that were living there, but I didn't have any conversations with them."

"I come to visit an old friend and I always have a great experience. Its a warm, yet, sophisticated atmosphere. There's livingrooms for different types of dementia stages. The staff there are really kind and there managers seem to have extensive knowledge on Alzheimer's. I think the daughter goes to a support group there too. I would recommend this place to anyone who needs dementia care. "

"My sister has been installed here. Her son thought this was best for her, and she's been there for a week now. The facility seemed all good to me. As soon as she got there, she was talking with people and enjoying it. We had meals and food is very good. My sister said if she is not careful, she is going to get fat. They have single, double, and suite rooms with furniture. It’s more than one story, and they have elevators. As we were walking around, we bumped into several people. It’s open and very nice. "

"A family member of mine recently moved here. I cannot praise this place highly enough. The rooms are far above my expectations. They are spacious and beautifully designed. The personal care is outstanding and the food is well prepared and delicious. If you or your loved one is in need of this type of care, you couldn’t find a better spot."

"A great facility. Had a few bumps in the road at first but everyone worked hard to get things corrected. Fantastic staff everyone is always pleasant and professional. Building is always clean and the food is good as well. The Director went out of her way to make my Dad happy and feel like this was his new home. I would recommend this facility for your loved ones."

"We toured Vitalia North Royalton. It was nice, clean, and bright. The staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. They're good."

"Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Everyoner calls my dad by name. The caregivers are very patient and understanding. "

"Visiting Vista Springs Greenbriar was like going to Las Vegas. It was beautiful and spanking new, and had a posh, upscale feeling. The place was very clean and modern. The staff was very knowledgeable. I didn't think it was a good fit for my father since he's not a fancy person, and I felt it was too new. They had social workers, a dietician, a case manager, music, art, and physical and cognitive therapy. They would take the seniors on a bus to go shopping and serve three meals a day. The person who gave me the tour was very informative and caring to the residents, and she knew them by name. I was pleased overall."