We're gonna put mother-in-law in Esplanade. The woman who showed us around was absolutely phenomenal. She was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Any questions we had, she answered. She made her feel very comfortable. The place was very clean and organized. It was exactly what we were looking for. With all that, it really fell into place for us.
She chose the studio apartment. It is a little on the small side, but she's only one person. She didn't need a one or two-bedroom. It was very nice and comes furnished if you wanted it to be. It has a kitchenette. It comes with a microwave, refrigerator, TV, and telephone (all included). The accommodations are all new for anybody moving in after the first person moves out; it was very clean and very nice.
They have many onsite activities, and they also plan trips for offsite activities. They have two dining halls. They have set menus, but they also have ala carte if you don't like what they have set for that day.
1415 Richmond Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314
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Reviews of Esplanade
Independent Living Reviews for Esplanade
October 24, 2021
I visited this facility
October 21, 2021
I visited this facility
We have a signed lease to go into Esplanade. We went, we loved it, and then we took my mother back to look at it. She fell in love with it and we got everything in the process. It's beautiful. It's extremely clean and very well kept. Everybody is extremely friendly, and they know everybody's name. They bent over backward to accommodate my mother because she's afraid to go high, so they made sure they got an apartment on the low floor for her. My mother was extremely impressed with it.
We know people who have family members there and they said the food is excellent. The menu is very accommodating for everybody. If you don't like what their special is of the day, they have ala carte, so they can make what you need or what you want to eat and they go by your medical needs, too. They know what each resident needs because of their condition. We've watched them play bingo and cards, they have a book club where they sit and read together, and my mom saw all three of them and she's very interested in it.
My mom is not even living there yet and everybody that we walked by stopped and said hello to her, asked her how she was doing, and they were very attentive. My mother loved their menu. It had specials every day and if you don't want the special, they have ala carte, and you can pick what you want. She was very impressed as we were with the menu and the size of the staff. Everything is new. They just redid the room my mother will be getting. They're redoing the whole room, the carpet, and the paint. The place is immaculate. You don't see anything on the floor. It's spotless and very updated.
Provider Response
Thank you Edward for your kind words. Our staff is dedicated to the needs and desires of our residents. We consider ourselves an extension of your family and we cannot wait to welcome mom into our community.
August 14, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My sister is in Esplanade. I feel it's excellent. The thing is that she has to work with them and do certain things and get up. She's been reluctant. She's just here a few days, so she's disoriented, but they're trying to get her to exercise and do a lot of other things. She's there for respite for now and then we'll see how it goes. She has a studio room, but she has her own kitchenette, bathroom, a lovely full-size bed, table and chairs, TV, and phone. It's lovely. They have movie nights, bingo, different exercise, yoga, and chair exercises for the seniors. They have a social director that tries to get them moving and doing things. If you want anything like a beauty parlor or if you want a doctor or a podiatrist to come in, they will check your insurance and they'll work with you. The staff is excellent. They even have aides available, which you have to pay extra for. The staff has been very good. If I ask for anything, they're very responsive. She's been eating which is good because she wasn't eating at home, which means she likes what they're giving her. She eats most of it, which is good.
April 05, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother used to live in Esplanade Staten Island and our experience was excellent. It was clean and very pretty, the rooms were a nice size, and the people there really look out for the residents. But they don't provide any assistance, so if you need help like taking a shower, you'd really need an aide. They had a lot of activities. But it was very expensive. My mom was there for 2 and half years. The staff was very caring, very accommodating, very protective, and they took strict COVID precautions when they needed to; they're all very lovely. It's very nicely laid out on the inside. It was a converted hotel, so it has a hotel feel to it when you walk in. They had bingo, book club, concerts, they had dances, they would take people who wanted to go to church every Sunday, and they had physical activities, exercise classes. And before COVID, they took people on trips to restaurants and to shop in the neighborhood and they also had arts and crafts. They had a physician that sees them there.
Provider Response
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We appreciate your kind words as it is our goal to treat our residents like family. To be happy and engaged makes all the difference in our seniors lives.
March 16, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mom likes living at The Esplanade a lot. She says the food is good, and it has good variety. The staff is very friendly, attentive, and courteous. They used to have activities for the residents, and they used to have bingo before COVID.
Provider Response
Thank you Willie! We are so happy to hear mom is enjoying her experience with us. We want our seniors to be happy and engaged. Better days are ahead and we look forward to an active spring!
October 28, 2020
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I would highly recommend the Esplanade it's a beautiful, clean facility with a caring staff.
October 27, 2020
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Both my 94 year old mom and 83 year old mom in law have resided at The Esplanade for 6 years. We have always been very happy with everything and have referred many others too! This year with the pandemic the staff has gone above and beyond for the residents from the administration to the food staff, maintenance etc. I highly recommend The Esplanade for anyone looking for safe, loving place for their senior relatives!
Provider Response
Thank you for your kind words. We always strive to treat all of our residents like family.
July 31, 2016
I visited this facility
The Esplanade was very pretty modern. The gal we spoke to managed it, but it was not what we needed. They only supplied the room, and we had to get our own personal staff. My friend was blind and was very hard of hearing, so, we would have to get our own people and I was not comfortable with that and neither was my friend. We decided that it was out altogether, but it did not mean it was a bad place. It was a very pretty place. I was sure that people who did not have her handicap would do very well there.
January 08, 2016
I visited this facility
Esplanade Senior Residences is very elaborate, very nice, and well run. It’s the best facility that I have seen so far. Everybody was watching over the residents. The meals are great. My friend is very pleased with this facility. They take the residents to church services, doctors’ appointments, and to the beauty salon. It is very high-priced, but they offer excellent services. I would definitely recommend this place.
November 04, 2015
I visited this facility
Esplanade was a very nice place, but the rooms were very small. It was expensive. The grounds were nice; it’s like a hotel. They had a back terrace, a game room downstairs, and the building itself was very nice. They take them on trips, and they have parties. The neighborhood is fairly good.
October 30, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My father moved into Esplanade over 2 months ago. He does get quite a lot of attention. There are a lot of activities, and he’s getting lots of stimulus. There’s crafts, movies, and interaction with other people of the same age. We paid extra for the nurses; they’re excellent with good attention given. It’s absolutely clean. Housekeeping is more than equipped and does a beautiful job. The food is good.
December 29, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We chose Esplanade Senior for my stepmother. What I like most about it is the physical aspect of the facility. The room is a very nicely renovated, comfortable efficiency room. It didn't have a stovetop, but it has a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. The location also is very good for the family. They have a lot of activities compared to other places that we went. My stepmother really does participate in a lot of them, and she enjoys them. They have bingo and jewelry making. Everything seems wonderful; however, my stepmom said that the food in the dinning room could be better. They have two offices in the facility where different doctors come different days of the week. They also have an office for health care aide, so for seniors who like some assistance, they could just go down and hire somebody and they can even do it by the hour. They also have a free shuttle service that will take seniors to doctors' appointments within 10 miles.
Questions about Esplanade
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Esplanade. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
We are proud to say our youngest resident is 64 and our oldest is 101!! Our average age is approximately 82 years of age. We have a diverse community from Staten Island, Brooklyn and New Jersey.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Local shopping, restaurants, houses of worship and parks.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Esplanade has organized?
Due to COVID restrictions, we are not providing off-site activities. In the past, we have traveled to local restaurants, local department stores, the Staten Island Mall, local theaters, museums, parks, etc..
What transportation services does Esplanade offer to independent living residents?
Transportation is provided for all offsite group activities. We also offer two round-trips to local doctors visits on Staten Island.
What makes the chef or dining program at Esplanade exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
We have a dedicated Executive Chef and Kitchen staff attending to the desires of our residents. Dietary restrictions are accommodated.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
There are common areas throughout the building - TV lounge and sitting areas for visiting on our lobby level. Each floor has a seating area off the elevator.
What safety features or security measures does Esplanade offer to independent living residents?
We are staffed 24/7. All apartments are equipped with an emergency call system.
If Esplanade accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We are not pet friendly.
Does Esplanade work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Link Home Care is a NYS Licensed Home Care Agency with an office on site with a Nurse Care Manager available to develop a plan of care.
Costs for Esplanade
Services and Amenities of Esplanade
Costs
- Entry Fee
- Independent Living Starting At: $4000/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: Yes
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 134
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 62
- Pets: No Pets Allowed
About Esplanade
At the Staten Island Esplanade you will discover independent senior living at its finest. It is where a lifestyle of luxury, wellness and vitality awaits you!
Combined with a bright and social atmosphere, The Esplanade’s full recreation program, health care services and many other amenities, enable seniors to continue building a full life into their later years.
The Esplanade Staten Island’s spacious studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments are designed and equipped specifically for the comfort, safety and security of our residents.
Amenities and Service:
- 3 meals a day served in our elegant full service dining room
- Housekeeping with full cleaning and daily room service - All bed linens and towels provided and laundered
- Full recreational program including Strength & Balance Classes & Zumba
- Kitchenettes with refrigerator and microwave
- Flat Screen Television with remote control
- Individually controlled heating & air conditioning
- Utilities - Gas, Electric, Telephone, Direct TV & WiFi
- Emergency Call System for Each Resident
- Free Laundry Facilities on Each Floor
- Theater
- Internet Lounge with state-of-the-art computers with touch screen capabilities
- Outdoor Garden
- 24-Hour Video Surveillance throughout
- 24-Hour Staff with Fire Safety Directors
Additional Amenities available:
- Religious Services
- Personal Laundry Service
- Beauty Salon/Barber Services
- Suite Furnishings
- On-Site Home Care Vendor
- On-Site Physical & Occupational Therapy Vendor
- On-Site Wellness Office
What Makes Us Special
Senior living at The Staten Island Esplanade is different. It's a lifestyle that affords its residents all the comforts of home, surrounded by new friends and embraced by a caring and attentive staff, specially-trained to be responsive to the needs of older adults.It's where seniors can experience all the freedom of an independent lifestyle, with none of the worries that accompany household management. So they can continue to enjoy their lives after it becomes too difficult to live in their own homes, but are not yet in need of the skilled care of a nursing home.At the Esplanade, our residents stay happy, healthy, active and involved with a wide range of engaging programs. Esplanade residents quickly discover that aging does not preclude a lifestyle that makes the most of each and every day.
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