The Wellington at Arapaho

Offers Assisted Living and Independent Living

39 Reviews

600 W. Arapaho Road

Richardson

75080

The Wellington at Arapaho

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4.3 39

Michael 2022-05-14 My mother is at The Wellington at Arapaho. I like it. It's modern and pretty big sized. She is in a wheelchair, so she has plenty of room to roam around in. I like it better than the facility where she was previously at. I've been happy with the services. They tend to my mom's needs, they take care of her, they tell her what they're gonna do before they do it. For helping her out of the bed, getting her dressed or going to the bathroom, they always tell her upfront what they're getting ready to do, and I like that idea instead of just grabbing her and pulling her up out of bed. I like that. Her other place didn't seem to do that as much. They have socials every Friday at 3:00, so she gets to meet other people in there. They seem to be having weekly activities. She gets her hair done there, which she likes. It's convenient. The food is average. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 4 1

Tim 2022-02-28 The quality of service at the Wellington excellent. Housekeeping and activities are great. The staff is friendly and easy to work with. I am/was a resident of this facility

5 5 1

JB 2022-02-23 The Wellington does a good job interacting with their residents. My dad was on the Independent Living side, until he needed more assistance. They provide a comfortable environment. The staff I have interacted with are very nice, pleasant and really care about my dad's well-being. The activity directors TRY to get him to participate in activities. They provide 3 meals a day, weekly laundry service and daily housekeeping. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 4 1

Kayla 2021-10-08 The Wellington at Arapaho were very welcoming. I think it was like the second one on my list. I got to meet the majority of their staff, I met all their nursing staff, caregivers, I met the manager. I've seen people in passing, they were all very nice and welcoming. It was a pretty big facility, pretty, up to date, and their apartment was nice. It was also in a good location and wasn't too far from where I live. It was a nice facility, it just came in a little bit higher. It was well kept. The dining area was pretty big. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Martha Buroker 2020-07-11 The Wellington at Arapaho is my home and has been for seven years. The Administrators and Staffers are interested in our welfare, especially during this Covid-l9 crisis. We have recently welcomed a new chef and the food is very good. What I value most are the people living here. The residents are a friendly and caring group, and we have become a close-knit community. I am/was a resident of this facility

5 5 1

Lynal 2020-07-02 I have two friends from church at this facility. The people who work there are so very helpful and accomodating. Bryan B. and Brett who are involved with management are incredibly caring and helpful. We started in the Assisted Living area during the covid crisis so it was difficult for everyone because of the isolation. But the staff worked so hard to make it as good as possible. Later one of the residents moved to independent living and the other stayed in the assisted living area. And again Bryan and Bret have been extremely caring and helpful through all theses changes. The rooms are great, some with walk in closets. The activities are limited due to the covid, but they do what they can. I would highly recommend this facility and the people there. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Linda 2019-08-15 I had to be very persistent to be able to view The Wellington at Arapaho. The person that showed me the place didn't really know anything about it. It's not as well kept as many of them. I got there on a weekday, so there weren't very many staff members around. The facility itself didn't seem quite as nice as some of the other places I visited, and it's a little more rundown. They showed me the memory care side also. I visited this facility

5 3 1

Richard 2019-02-12 Everything at The Wellington at Arapaho was excellent. The residents all seemed happy. The staff was nice and courteous. The tour was excellent. I saw the people eating, and the food smelled great. They had an area for arts and crafts and puzzles, and a little fitness room where they could do PT. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Gary172376 2016-10-09 The one that I like best is called The Wellington (The Wellington at Arapaho). The people who live there were super nice. I would recommend this community. They have the 3 meals. They have all kinds of things for the people who live there to do. They have a lot of options for the people who live there. They have pretty much everything. They have lots of activities. They have games, and they have exercise programs. They have pretty much all the same things all of them do -- e.g., places where they can get their hair done. They have all different types of games. My mom has already decided that she likes The Wellington. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Thomas344001 2016-07-25 I signed up with Wellington; they have assisted living and independent living, and right now I needed assisted. Everything looked good to me. The staff was confident and nice. They had two dining areas, which looked very nice, and a lot of activities, like trips to the store. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Kathy301008 2016-06-10 My mother has been living in Wellington since the end of March. I’m not entirely happy with it right now. I was promised something that is no longer being offered, and it was making me upset and hindering my mother from being as independent as I’d like her to be. The facility has been going through remodeling since we’ve been there. They’re taking out the carpet that I like and putting in ugly ones. The facilities are nice for independent living and not so nice for assisted living, and my mother lives in the assisted living. She reports that the vegetables are often overcooked, which a lot of the seniors liked, but any breads or desserts are very good. There’s a salad bar and dedicated servers in the building. She’s very happy with the lady who does her hair. I am a friend or relative of a resident

5 3 1

Betty63767850 2016-03-22 I visited The Wellington at Arapaho. The staff was wonderful. They showed me around while they were in the process of remodeling. The rooms were small but very nice. The price was good. I visited this facility

5 4 1

H 2013-08-26 I chose the Wellington because of the price and what they offered. Everything is fine except that the food gets a little bland. I have plenty of room here. The staff is very good, everyone is so friendly. Their activity directory is one of the best. I am/was a resident of this facility

5 5 1

Laura 2022-05-26 My friend is a resident of The Wellington at Arapaho. They offered the most amenities among the ones we saw, and honestly, they were the friendliest and most accommodating. They offer three meals a day, laundry, and housekeeping. They also have an emergency button in the room in case he would need it. The staff was wonderful. There are lots of activities like exercise and entertainment. It's very active. It's laid out well and easy for an aging person to get around. It's not the newest facility, but it's well-maintained and clean. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

terri caldwell 2022-02-24 My father moved in following a stroke. He is able to walk with a quad cane but primarily uses a wheelchair or scooter. His room is efficient and arranged for him to be independent. He has step in shower with grab bars. Management has been helpful in providing adaptations we have requested. He has a call light in bathroom and by bed. He also wears an alert button around his neck I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Walter 2021-12-24 We went to The Wellington at Arapaho, and we liked that it's closer to our church and friends. They showed us both the assisted living and independent living. The room was comparable, but they did not have the full kitchen. All they had was a microwave and a sink. We wanted a little bit more than that, but they were very nice and friendly. Brett was very efficient and very professional. The place was a little older, but they offered us a lot. They had a walking path, favorable seating, and shaded areas outside. I visited this facility

5 5 1

WKMc 2021-10-05 Three weeks ago, my family and I decided it was time for my Dad, who is 90 years old and a widower, to live in a place where he would receive care we were not able to provide for him. I had made three appointments to tour Senior Living facilities. The Wellington was my first appointment, I knew when I first walked in the main area, this was the place for my Dad. After speaking with Bret and Lisa and touring the facility, I was certain this was going to be Dad's new home. He is living in the independent section. We were concerned at first this might not be suitable for him. He has a wonderful caregiver, Rosie Grimes. The apartment is just perfect for him and he is happy, which is what it is all about for me and my family. They allow pets, so he has his cat, Buzz, with him. He as a small kitchen, with all the appliances included. A spacious living room, with an attached small dining area. The selling point was the patio with the wrought iron fence, being on ground level, he has a view of trees and grass. The bedroom and bathroom are the perfect sizes. Lots of cabinets in the kitchen. Two large closets. We are very pleased with the friendliness of the staff, and the efforts they make to make everyone feel at home. The residents are very friendly too. There is a happy and positive vibe through out the facility. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 4 1

guywire 2021-09-25 I visited during evening meal. It appears the dining room situation continues to get worse then in July. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 3 1

swpsilver 2021-05-20 Great place to grow old. Atmosphere very friendly . Cook needs some lessons I am/was a resident of this facility

5 4 1

ReviewerFC030721F 2021-03-19 I found The Wellington at Arapaho for myself. I haven't moved in yet, but I did a tour last week, and it was a nice tour. They showed me four or five apartments, and I took the last one. Most of the apartments were clean, but the one that I took was not. It had tarps on the floor, the windows were taped up, and there were buckets and stuff on the floor. They told me that it will all be cleaned up before I get there. Someone had just moved out, and they were redoing the carpets and painting the place. The tour leader and the handyman were the only two people I met. They have a TV room, a library, an exercise area, and a dining area. It looked pretty typical compared to all the other places I looked at. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Kathy Buroker 2020-07-08 My Mom-in-law has lived at The Wellington for the last 7 years and she loves the family oriented community. The employees of The Wellington obviously care about the community and are responsive to residents' needs. Moreover, they truly enjoy spending time visiting with residents and the residents' wellbeing is priority number one. Activities are offered on a daily basis and outside entertainment is provided as often as possible, all following current CDC and county guidelines to maintain safety. The facility is clean and attractive. It has several outdoor areas where family members can safely visit and maintain social distancing, as well as a walking trail that my Mom-in-law utilizes daily. The new chef is providing tasty food, and is genuinely concerned about not only the residents' nutritional needs, but their enjoyment of meals. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Susan 2019-12-24 I loved everything about The Wellington at Arapaho. They had a wing for independent and assisted living, and my mother won't have to relocate if she needed assisted living. They had everything we wanted and I really liked it. The staff bent over backwards to explain to me what their programs were and they knew the residents as individuals. They were wonderful and they understand the need of seniors. They had studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments and several floor plans. As the rooms are being vacated, they're all being updated. They're putting in granite counters, repainting, and re-carpeting. The hallways were updated and it's lovely there. They had lots of activities, exercise classes, trips, in-house movies, going to the movies, and transportation within 5 miles to different places. The residents were very cheerful and very social. They had an exercise area, a beautiful dining room, social rooms, and libraries. The menu was one of the best I've seen. There were lots of variety, and it doesn't repeat every week or two weeks. They had a piano out in the lobby, and the common areas were spacious. I really liked it there. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Tommy 2019-07-22 The Wellington at Arapaho is a little nicer than where I'm at right now. I had one sample meal. It wasn't gourmet, but it was OK. The dining area was spacious. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Maxine 2019-07-03 I was very impressed with The Wellington at Arapaho. I enjoyed my visit very much. I liked the setup. It was a very positive visit and tour. They had assisted living as well as independent living. I was very impressed with the staff particularly the person who did the tour with me. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Liza 2019-03-28 The Wellington at Arapaho was very nice. They had a few studios and one and two-bedroom apartments. Their facility was very well kept up and nice. The people were friendly. They didn't have a bus service to the church, but they had a beauty parlor and a nurse in the facility at times. I really liked it. They had a game room, exercises, and bus to shopping. It was impressive when I walked in. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Steve 2018-03-27 The Wellington at Arapaho was very clean and well-run. The people seemed to be enjoying themselves, and the facilities were organized. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Don 2017-08-30 The Wellington was very nice. I had no complaints about the facility, but it was a little bit on the expensive side. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Linda412004 2017-02-12 My mom is at the Wellington. They have very friendly employees. I have eaten there a couple of times, and the meals are OK. She wished the rooms were bigger. Some of her friends were there, she's in the book club, and it's in the neighborhood where she's lived for 15 years. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 5 1

Paul713624 2016-11-24 The Wellington at Arapaho's food is like good home-cooking. We just felt like this fit my mother better, and it feels more like home for her, and it's just more of her kind of environment. It's a really large facility, and my mom is in assisted living, which is a comfortable size. It's not so big, so she can't get lost in it. The staff is really friendly, and the people who live around her are friendly. She's been enjoying it quite a bit. There are just very simple hallways, and it's just 1 story. It's a protected area with alarms that go off if anybody opens one of the outside doors. They have a couple of very simple indoor courtyards. She feels safe; she has people check on her and people who remind her to go to meals and activities. It's a really good place. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

5 4 1

Carol276180 2016-10-18 The Wellington at Arapaho is a very nice place, and it’s one of our top choices. Their rooms were very nice, but they were a bit small. The staff was very nice during our visit. They are very caring as well. I visited this facility

5 4 1

AAYJWJV 2016-06-10 I like The Wellington (The Wellington at Arapaho) very much. It was very nice. Their apartments were very nice. The one thing that I did not care for was that there aren't any washers and dryers in the apartments. There is a washer and dryer for so many rooms on a floor, but I’m looking for a place that has a washer and dryer in the apartment. They have a salon, a library, and activities that I would be interested in, like bridge and card games. I visited this facility

5 4 1

LolaJYWNS 2016-05-10 I toured the independent living of The Wellington at Arapaho. It was nice and quiet. The food was good, and you could get half servings. They were completely renovating it. The staff was very nice. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Cindy T. 2015-11-30 We toured The Wellington. They were well staffed. We saw a couple of residents, but we did not talk to anybody. The rooms were clean and nice. The neighborhood seemed nice, and we live a mile away, which was why we liked it. I visited this facility

5 5 1

JM5 2015-11-08 I pick The Wellington for my mother because they have larger rooms. It has rooms that actually have a bedroom and a living room with a kitchenette. They have more activities throughout the day, like they have exercise every morning from 10:00 to 11:00, Mondays to Fridays. They have activities in the afternoon. I like that they are all in one floor. They serve a large quantity of food. I do not know how it tastes, but it looks OK. They have an alternative menu that she can order from, if she does not like what they are serving that day. For the most part, I think the staff is fairly good. They come, wake her up in the morning, and tell her to get ready for breakfast. If she does not come for breakfast, they will come and get her. They come and get her when it is time for exercise and other activities. Most of them are quite nice. I am a friend or relative of a resident

5 4 1

Marsha29 2015-11-04 I went to visit The Wellington at Arapaho, and I saw that they didn’t have a full kitchen. What they had is an apartment-size refrigerator and a cabinet, and that's it. Their apartments were tiny, and that would not fit my husband's needs. I visited this facility

5 2 1

Caring111560450 2015-08-10 We visited The Wellington at Arapaho for my mother. It felt much more confined, and the concept was not as open as the other facility. It looked clean, but the building itself was very dark on the inside. It was adequate, but they just didn't offer the variety of things that the other facility offer. The staff was friendly though. I visited this facility

5 3 1

Caring111096550 2015-07-20 The thing that I liked The Wellington at Arapaho was that they had an apartment, and then they also had meals also for their residents. They also had the assisted living attached to it. The only thing I didn’t like about that one was it was an older facility, and it had some funny smells in it, but other than that, it was a little bit too far away from me. I visited this facility

5 4 1

Jo Ann6 2014-12-25 The Wellington at Arapaho is expensive. I looked at the rooms that were available. They change the carpet every time they change residents and paint the walls. After the interview, an older lady -- who I believe was the manager -- came in, I told her that I had several other places to look at and that I would get back with her if I decided on it, and she said, "Why'd you be back?" It was very condescending. It just wasn't as good an atmosphere, and it didn't seem that they were as interested in the residents as they should be. They weren't personable. I visited this facility

5 3 1

MaryG1 2012-11-16 The Wellington at Arapaho is just amazing. You would never know it's a 10-year old facility because it looks brand new. My mom is not staying there yet and we just moved furniture yesterday. But based on what we've seen, it's all positive. The residents seem so happy. It's nice, clean and neat. The grounds and everything else are pristine. We also like the friendliness of the people and what they offer for the menus. It's just fantastic. They are wonderful. I visited this facility

5 5 1

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Assisted Living Reviews for The Wellington at Arapaho

May 14, 2022

By Michael

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My mother is at The Wellington at Arapaho. I like it. It's modern and pretty big sized. She is in a wheelchair, so she has plenty of room to roam around in. I like it better than the facility where she was previously at. I've been happy with the services. They tend to my mom's needs, they take care of her, they tell her what they're gonna do before they do it. For helping her out of the bed, getting her dressed or going to the bathroom, they always tell her upfront what they're getting ready to do, and I like that idea instead of just grabbing her and pulling her up out of bed. I like that. Her other place didn't seem to do that as much. They have socials every Friday at 3:00, so she gets to meet other people in there. They seem to be having weekly activities. She gets her hair done there, which she likes. It's convenient. The food is average.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your kind words, it's really nice to hear great comments like yours to let us know our hard work is impacting someone's life in a positive way.

February 28, 2022

By Tim

I am/was a resident of this facility

The quality of service at the Wellington excellent. Housekeeping and activities are great. The staff is friendly and easy to work with.

Provider Response

It's always so nice to hear from our residents that our hard work and persistence has paid off, we are here to serve you and all of the residents at The Wellington at Arapaho.

February 23, 2022

By JB

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

The Wellington does a good job interacting with their residents. My dad was on the Independent Living side, until he needed more assistance. They provide a comfortable environment. The staff I have interacted with are very nice, pleasant and really care about my dad's well-being. The activity directors TRY to get him to participate in activities. They provide 3 meals a day, weekly laundry service and daily housekeeping.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your kind works, we really do try and make our residents comfortable in either setting at The Wellington at Arapaho.

October 08, 2021

By Kayla

I visited this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho were very welcoming. I think it was like the second one on my list. I got to meet the majority of their staff, I met all their nursing staff, caregivers, I met the manager. I've seen people in passing, they were all very nice and welcoming. It was a pretty big facility, pretty, up to date, and their apartment was nice. It was also in a good location and wasn't too far from where I live. It was a nice facility, it just came in a little bit higher. It was well kept. The dining area was pretty big.

Provider Response

Thank you for your kind words, we are always striving for excellence here at The Wellington at Arapaho, and its nice to hear from time to time, again, thank you!

July 11, 2020

By Martha Buroker

I am/was a resident of this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho is my home and has been for seven years. The Administrators and Staffers are interested in our welfare, especially during this Covid-l9 crisis. We have recently welcomed a new chef and the food is very good. What I value most are the people living here. The residents are a friendly and caring group, and we have become a close-knit community.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your wonderful comments and we will continue to keep our standards high.

July 02, 2020

By Lynal

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

I have two friends from church at this facility. The people who work there are so very helpful and accomodating. Bryan B. and Brett who are involved with management are incredibly caring and helpful. We started in the Assisted Living area during the covid crisis so it was difficult for everyone because of the isolation. But the staff worked so hard to make it as good as possible. Later one of the residents moved to independent living and the other stayed in the assisted living area. And again Bryan and Bret have been extremely caring and helpful through all theses changes. The rooms are great, some with walk in closets. The activities are limited due to the covid, but they do what they can. I would highly recommend this facility and the people there.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for your kind words, it's reviews like this that let us know that we are doing a great job for our residents.

August 15, 2019

By Linda

I visited this facility

I had to be very persistent to be able to view The Wellington at Arapaho. The person that showed me the place didn't really know anything about it. It's not as well kept as many of them. I got there on a weekday, so there weren't very many staff members around. The facility itself didn't seem quite as nice as some of the other places I visited, and it's a little more rundown. They showed me the memory care side also.

Provider Response

Linda - thank you for the transparent feedback and we want you to know how much we will address these concerns. We hope to have you back for a more positive experience.

February 12, 2019

By Richard

I visited this facility

Everything at The Wellington at Arapaho was excellent. The residents all seemed happy. The staff was nice and courteous. The tour was excellent. I saw the people eating, and the food smelled great. They had an area for arts and crafts and puzzles, and a little fitness room where they could do PT.

Provider Response

Richard, thanks for your praise and kind comments about our team.

October 09, 2016

By Gary172376

I visited this facility

The one that I like best is called The Wellington (The Wellington at Arapaho). The people who live there were super nice. I would recommend this community. They have the 3 meals. They have all kinds of things for the people who live there to do. They have a lot of options for the people who live there. They have pretty much everything. They have lots of activities. They have games, and they have exercise programs. They have pretty much all the same things all of them do -- e.g., places where they can get their hair done. They have all different types of games. My mom has already decided that she likes The Wellington.

Provider Response

Gary172376, it's experiences like yours that really keep us motivated! We always strive to provide top quality service to every guest, and are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience here at The Wellington at Arapaho!

July 25, 2016

By Thomas344001

I visited this facility

I signed up with Wellington; they have assisted living and independent living, and right now I needed assisted. Everything looked good to me. The staff was confident and nice. They had two dining areas, which looked very nice, and a lot of activities, like trips to the store.

Provider Response

Thomas344001, we strive for 100% satisfaction, and it is great to see you had such a positive experience at The Wellington at Arapaho. We are blessed you have chosen us and hope to always earn your five star rating!! We are always more than happy to assist you if anything else comes up. Take care!

June 10, 2016

By Kathy301008

I am a friend or relative of a resident

My mother has been living in Wellington since the end of March. I’m not entirely happy with it right now. I was promised something that is no longer being offered, and it was making me upset and hindering my mother from being as independent as I’d like her to be. The facility has been going through remodeling since we’ve been there. They’re taking out the carpet that I like and putting in ugly ones. The facilities are nice for independent living and not so nice for assisted living, and my mother lives in the assisted living. She reports that the vegetables are often overcooked, which a lot of the seniors liked, but any breads or desserts are very good. There’s a salad bar and dedicated servers in the building. She’s very happy with the lady who does her hair.

Provider Response

Kathy301008, we're disappointed to hear of the negative experience you had at our location. We have made positive changes and would love to share another impression with you!

March 22, 2016

By Betty63767850

I visited this facility

I visited The Wellington at Arapaho. The staff was wonderful. They showed me around while they were in the process of remodeling. The rooms were small but very nice. The price was good.

Provider Response

We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us!

August 26, 2013

By H

I am/was a resident of this facility

I chose the Wellington because of the price and what they offered. Everything is fine except that the food gets a little bland. I have plenty of room here. The staff is very good, everyone is so friendly. Their activity directory is one of the best.

Provider Response

H, reviews like this give us motivation and help us ensure we provide high-quality care and service. We know you have a selection of communities to choose from and we feel blessed you chose us!

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Independent Living Reviews for The Wellington at Arapaho

May 26, 2022

By Laura

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My friend is a resident of The Wellington at Arapaho. They offered the most amenities among the ones we saw, and honestly, they were the friendliest and most accommodating. They offer three meals a day, laundry, and housekeeping. They also have an emergency button in the room in case he would need it. The staff was wonderful. There are lots of activities like exercise and entertainment. It's very active. It's laid out well and easy for an aging person to get around. It's not the newest facility, but it's well-maintained and clean.

Provider Response

Thank you for your review, it's always nice to hear that we are doing it right, and we will continue to do so.

February 24, 2022

By terri caldwell

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My father moved in following a stroke. He is able to walk with a quad cane but primarily uses a wheelchair or scooter. His room is efficient and arranged for him to be independent. He has step in shower with grab bars. Management has been helpful in providing adaptations we have requested. He has a call light in bathroom and by bed. He also wears an alert button around his neck

Provider Response

Thank you for tour kind statement about us here at The Wellington at Arapaho, we will always be the place that helps our residents be in a safe and independent environment.

December 24, 2021

By Walter

I visited this facility

We went to The Wellington at Arapaho, and we liked that it's closer to our church and friends. They showed us both the assisted living and independent living. The room was comparable, but they did not have the full kitchen. All they had was a microwave and a sink. We wanted a little bit more than that, but they were very nice and friendly. Brett was very efficient and very professional. The place was a little older, but they offered us a lot. They had a walking path, favorable seating, and shaded areas outside.

Provider Response

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback, we try very hard to meet everyone's needs that walk through our doors.

October 05, 2021

By WKMc

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Three weeks ago, my family and I decided it was time for my Dad, who is 90 years old and a widower, to live in a place where he would receive care we were not able to provide for him. I had made three appointments to tour Senior Living facilities. The Wellington was my first appointment, I knew when I first walked in the main area, this was the place for my Dad. After speaking with Bret and Lisa and touring the facility, I was certain this was going to be Dad's new home. He is living in the independent section. We were concerned at first this might not be suitable for him. He has a wonderful caregiver, Rosie Grimes. The apartment is just perfect for him and he is happy, which is what it is all about for me and my family. They allow pets, so he has his cat, Buzz, with him. He as a small kitchen, with all the appliances included. A spacious living room, with an attached small dining area. The selling point was the patio with the wrought iron fence, being on ground level, he has a view of trees and grass. The bedroom and bathroom are the perfect sizes. Lots of cabinets in the kitchen. Two large closets. We are very pleased with the friendliness of the staff, and the efforts they make to make everyone feel at home. The residents are very friendly too. There is a happy and positive vibe through out the facility.

Provider Response

Wkmc, we strive for 100% satisfaction, and it is great to see you had such a positive experience at The Wellington at Arapaho.

September 25, 2021

By guywire

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

I visited during evening meal. It appears the dining room situation continues to get worse then in July.

Provider Response

I would love to have a further conversion about this, I would like you to be more specific so that we can make changes that are needed.

May 20, 2021

By swpsilver

I am/was a resident of this facility

Great place to grow old. Atmosphere very friendly . Cook needs some lessons

Provider Response

Swpsilver, we are so happy to read such a great review about The Wellington at Arapaho and its friendliness. We will pass along the other comments to the Executive team at the community and hope to earn your full approval very soon!

March 19, 2021

By ReviewerFC030721F

I visited this facility

I found The Wellington at Arapaho for myself. I haven't moved in yet, but I did a tour last week, and it was a nice tour. They showed me four or five apartments, and I took the last one. Most of the apartments were clean, but the one that I took was not. It had tarps on the floor, the windows were taped up, and there were buckets and stuff on the floor. They told me that it will all be cleaned up before I get there. Someone had just moved out, and they were redoing the carpets and painting the place. The tour leader and the handyman were the only two people I met. They have a TV room, a library, an exercise area, and a dining area. It looked pretty typical compared to all the other places I looked at.

Provider Response

thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Wellington at Arapaho and certainly make any needed changes so you have an incredible first impression!

July 08, 2020

By Kathy Buroker

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My Mom-in-law has lived at The Wellington for the last 7 years and she loves the family oriented community. The employees of The Wellington obviously care about the community and are responsive to residents' needs. Moreover, they truly enjoy spending time visiting with residents and the residents' wellbeing is priority number one. Activities are offered on a daily basis and outside entertainment is provided as often as possible, all following current CDC and county guidelines to maintain safety. The facility is clean and attractive. It has several outdoor areas where family members can safely visit and maintain social distancing, as well as a walking trail that my Mom-in-law utilizes daily. The new chef is providing tasty food, and is genuinely concerned about not only the residents' nutritional needs, but their enjoyment of meals.

Provider Response

When you love what you do, it shows, thank you so very much for your wonderful comments.

December 24, 2019

By Susan

I visited this facility

I loved everything about The Wellington at Arapaho. They had a wing for independent and assisted living, and my mother won't have to relocate if she needed assisted living. They had everything we wanted and I really liked it. The staff bent over backwards to explain to me what their programs were and they knew the residents as individuals. They were wonderful and they understand the need of seniors. They had studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments and several floor plans. As the rooms are being vacated, they're all being updated. They're putting in granite counters, repainting, and re-carpeting. The hallways were updated and it's lovely there. They had lots of activities, exercise classes, trips, in-house movies, going to the movies, and transportation within 5 miles to different places. The residents were very cheerful and very social. They had an exercise area, a beautiful dining room, social rooms, and libraries. The menu was one of the best I've seen. There were lots of variety, and it doesn't repeat every week or two weeks. They had a piano out in the lobby, and the common areas were spacious. I really liked it there.

Provider Response

We appreciate your positive review about your recent experience with us! We will always strive to create a wonderful experience for our residents, staff, families and guests!

July 22, 2019

By Tommy

I visited this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho is a little nicer than where I'm at right now. I had one sample meal. It wasn't gourmet, but it was OK. The dining area was spacious.

Provider Response

Tommy, your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to us.

July 03, 2019

By Maxine

I visited this facility

I was very impressed with The Wellington at Arapaho. I enjoyed my visit very much. I liked the setup. It was a very positive visit and tour. They had assisted living as well as independent living. I was very impressed with the staff particularly the person who did the tour with me.

Provider Response

Maxine, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Wellington at Arapaho!

March 28, 2019

By Liza

I visited this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho was very nice. They had a few studios and one and two-bedroom apartments. Their facility was very well kept up and nice. The people were friendly. They didn't have a bus service to the church, but they had a beauty parlor and a nurse in the facility at times. I really liked it. They had a game room, exercises, and bus to shopping. It was impressive when I walked in.

Provider Response

Liza, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Wellington at Arapaho!

March 27, 2018

By Steve

I visited this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho was very clean and well-run. The people seemed to be enjoying themselves, and the facilities were organized.

Provider Response

Steve, we are so happy to read such a great review about The Wellington at Arapaho!

August 30, 2017

By Don

I visited this facility

The Wellington was very nice. I had no complaints about the facility, but it was a little bit on the expensive side.

Provider Response

Don, your satisfaction is our top priority.

February 12, 2017

By Linda412004

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My mom is at the Wellington. They have very friendly employees. I have eaten there a couple of times, and the meals are OK. She wished the rooms were bigger. Some of her friends were there, she's in the book club, and it's in the neighborhood where she's lived for 15 years.

Provider Response

Hi Linda412004, we are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience!

November 24, 2016

By Paul713624

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

The Wellington at Arapaho's food is like good home-cooking. We just felt like this fit my mother better, and it feels more like home for her, and it's just more of her kind of environment. It's a really large facility, and my mom is in assisted living, which is a comfortable size. It's not so big, so she can't get lost in it. The staff is really friendly, and the people who live around her are friendly. She's been enjoying it quite a bit. There are just very simple hallways, and it's just 1 story. It's a protected area with alarms that go off if anybody opens one of the outside doors. They have a couple of very simple indoor courtyards. She feels safe; she has people check on her and people who remind her to go to meals and activities. It's a really good place.

Provider Response

Paul713624, thank you for sharing your positive experience! We can't wait to see you again, have a great day.

October 18, 2016

By Carol276180

I visited this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho is a very nice place, and it’s one of our top choices. Their rooms were very nice, but they were a bit small. The staff was very nice during our visit. They are very caring as well.

Provider Response

Carol276180, your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to us.

June 10, 2016

By AAYJWJV

I visited this facility

I like The Wellington (The Wellington at Arapaho) very much. It was very nice. Their apartments were very nice. The one thing that I did not care for was that there aren't any washers and dryers in the apartments. There is a washer and dryer for so many rooms on a floor, but I’m looking for a place that has a washer and dryer in the apartment. They have a salon, a library, and activities that I would be interested in, like bridge and card games.

Provider Response

Aayjwjv, your wonderful feedback and rating mean a lot to us.

May 10, 2016

By LolaJYWNS

I visited this facility

I toured the independent living of The Wellington at Arapaho. It was nice and quiet. The food was good, and you could get half servings. They were completely renovating it. The staff was very nice.

Provider Response

Lolajywns, it's experiences like yours that really keep us motivated!

November 30, 2015

By Cindy T.

I visited this facility

We toured The Wellington. They were well staffed. We saw a couple of residents, but we did not talk to anybody. The rooms were clean and nice. The neighborhood seemed nice, and we live a mile away, which was why we liked it.

Provider Response

Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!

November 08, 2015

By JM5

I am a friend or relative of a resident

I pick The Wellington for my mother because they have larger rooms. It has rooms that actually have a bedroom and a living room with a kitchenette. They have more activities throughout the day, like they have exercise every morning from 10:00 to 11:00, Mondays to Fridays. They have activities in the afternoon. I like that they are all in one floor. They serve a large quantity of food. I do not know how it tastes, but it looks OK. They have an alternative menu that she can order from, if she does not like what they are serving that day. For the most part, I think the staff is fairly good. They come, wake her up in the morning, and tell her to get ready for breakfast. If she does not come for breakfast, they will come and get her. They come and get her when it is time for exercise and other activities. Most of them are quite nice.

Provider Response

Jm5, we're happy you found our staff to be so supportive during your experience here at The Wellington at Arapaho.

November 04, 2015

By Marsha29

I visited this facility

I went to visit The Wellington at Arapaho, and I saw that they didn’t have a full kitchen. What they had is an apartment-size refrigerator and a cabinet, and that's it. Their apartments were tiny, and that would not fit my husband's needs.

Provider Response

Hi Marsha29, we regret to hear that your recent experience was anything less than exceptional. We have made huge strides to ensure that we make long-lasting and positive changes at the community! We hope to have you back soon.

August 10, 2015

By Caring111560450

I visited this facility

We visited The Wellington at Arapaho for my mother. It felt much more confined, and the concept was not as open as the other facility. It looked clean, but the building itself was very dark on the inside. It was adequate, but they just didn't offer the variety of things that the other facility offer. The staff was friendly though.

Provider Response

Caring111560450, we work hard to provide a fantastic experience to everyone. It's discouraging to see that you had a negative experience. We look forward to your next visit! Take care!

July 20, 2015

By Caring111096550

I visited this facility

The thing that I liked The Wellington at Arapaho was that they had an apartment, and then they also had meals also for their residents. They also had the assisted living attached to it. The only thing I didn’t like about that one was it was an older facility, and it had some funny smells in it, but other than that, it was a little bit too far away from me.

Provider Response

Caring111096550, we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us!

December 25, 2014

By Jo Ann6

I visited this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho is expensive. I looked at the rooms that were available. They change the carpet every time they change residents and paint the walls. After the interview, an older lady -- who I believe was the manager -- came in, I told her that I had several other places to look at and that I would get back with her if I decided on it, and she said, "Why'd you be back?" It was very condescending. It just wasn't as good an atmosphere, and it didn't seem that they were as interested in the residents as they should be. They weren't personable.

Provider Response

Jo Ann6, it's upsetting to hear that you did not receive the top-notch service we strive to provide. We would love to have you back for a second visit so you can see all the positive changes we have made and meet the warm and inviting team!

November 16, 2012

By MaryG1

I visited this facility

The Wellington at Arapaho is just amazing. You would never know it's a 10-year old facility because it looks brand new. My mom is not staying there yet and we just moved furniture yesterday. But based on what we've seen, it's all positive. The residents seem so happy. It's nice, clean and neat. The grounds and everything else are pristine. We also like the friendliness of the people and what they offer for the menus. It's just fantastic. They are wonderful.

Provider Response

Maryg1, it's experiences like yours that really keep us motivated!

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Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at The Wellington at Arapaho. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Our ages range from 57 to 101 and everyone in-between. There are a variety of exciting things to do such as Themed parties, Bible Studies, Educational and Wellness Classes, Ball Bash, Bingo, Brain Drain and Walking Club just to name a few. However, when new residents move in, our calendar changes to complement their hobbies and interests.

What programs or activities does The Wellington at Arapaho offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Wellness Presentations, Walk to Beat, Strolling to Music, Painting, Bingo, Brain Drain, Chair Bash and Drum Exercise

What places are near The Wellington at Arapaho or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Senior center, Library in addition to our beautiful courtyards with patio lighting and covered areas to enjoy the outdoors

What transportation services does The Wellington at Arapaho offer to assisted living residents?

We can accommodate residents in a 20 mile radius to doctor's appointments. We also have weekly trips to the store, shopping and many lunch and entertainment excursions.

What makes the chef or dining program at The Wellington at Arapaho exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Restaurant style, with a always available menu. Our meals are made from favorite recipes and from scratch with no additional salt added.

What safety features or security measures does The Wellington at Arapaho offer to assisted living residents?

wander guard, Pendant, secure exterior doors. We also conduct several rounds per shift to ensure our residents are happy and safe. In addition, we have an Ambassador program that each director participates in to ensure the well-being of our residents on a daily basis.

How does The Wellington at Arapaho keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Monthly email, Face book, phone calls. Our Wellness Director and Executive Director have an open line of communication with families and loved ones, regarding the daily changes of our residents.

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at The Wellington at Arapaho during daytime and nighttime hours?

We do not operate with ratios but rather base our staffing on the level of acuity of our residents. We want to ensure that we are more than properly staffed to accommodate their individual care needs.

If The Wellington at Arapaho accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

We have a few areas for our furry, four legged friends that they can enjoy, as long as they are on a leash. Most of them enjoy the courtyard where they can play with other animals.

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Our staff receives monthly in-services in care training as well as as needed training. They receive several days of orientation and then received on-the-job training before they are placed to work independently.

Describe the overall population of independent living residents at The Wellington at Arapaho. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Our ages range from 57 to 95 - Bingo, Chair Yoga, walk to Beat, Strolling to Music, Painting, Bingo, Brain Drain, Chair Bash, Live entertainment. We operate on the six areas of wellness daily: intellectual, leisure, physical, spiritual, emotional and social activities.

What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?

We are located on beautiful Arapaho Road where there are so many areas to enjoy but more notably, the Senior Center and Library are closes to the community.

What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at The Wellington at Arapaho has organized?

We have taken residents to the museum and of course, Lunch Bunch. However, we have several entertainers that will play at our Party in the Plaza and our many themed activities such as Circus, Casino Night and of course, The Great Gatsby.

What transportation services does The Wellington at Arapaho offer to independent living residents?

We can accommodate residents in a 20 mile radius to doctor's appointments. We also have weekly trips to the store, shopping and many lunch and entertainment excursions.

What makes the chef or dining program at The Wellington at Arapaho exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?

Restaurant style, with a always available menu. Our meals are made from favorite recipes and from scratch with no additional salt added.

What common areas are available for independent living residents?

We have three beautiful courtyards, library, gym, craft room and activity room - really, the entire community is theirs!

What safety features or security measures does The Wellington at Arapaho offer to independent living residents?

We have an overnight concierge that ensures one access point in manned at all times.

If The Wellington at Arapaho accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

We have a few areas for our furry, four legged friends that they can enjoy, as long as they are on a leash. Most of them enjoy the courtyard where they can play with other animals.

Does The Wellington at Arapaho work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?

We have solid relationships with several agencies that can provide additional services as needed, including an on-site Home Health and Physical Therapy agencies.

What safety features or security measures does The Wellington at Arapaho provide to protect residents who wander?

We have a wander guard in place and secured doors with key pads. We also conduct several rounds, per shift, per day to ensure the safety of our residents.

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Services and Amenities of The Wellington at Arapaho

Room and housing options

1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio Apartments

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In Room Kitchenette
In Room Kitchens
Dining Room Shared Meals
Room Service For Meals

Features

Beauty Barber Shop
Resident Transportation
Party Space
Garden And Patio
Resident Parking

Cleaning services

Laundry For Linens
Housekeeping
Laundry For Clothing

Activities

Religious Services
Fitness Room

Guest services

Guests At Mealtime
Overnight Guests

Languages

English

General

Minimum Age: 62
Pets: Yes

Licenses

State Licenses: 101007

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About The Wellington at Arapaho

Enjoy the quiet, muted tones of solitude in your own spacious apartment, knowing friends and an attentive staff are close by. When you're ready, join in on the exciting, vibrant tones of the camaraderie of your community. You'll always have a wealth of things to do at your fingertips keeping you as active as you want to be.

Our community provides you with areas to get away from it all (maybe with a bestseller from our library along with areas to enjoy the company of others. Connect to the Internet on a computer, join friends in the billiards room, relax in our television theater lounge, or step onto our community bus to explore the surrounding areas without the worries of driving.

Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle at The Wellington, where you can paint your retirement any way you please. We invite you to come for a visit. Explore your retirement options, the Wellington way.

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