People who just visit may be "taken in" by the elegant lobby areas and nicely landscaped grounds. The facilities are indisputably nice, but the customer service is lacking to say the least. Food qualify goes up and down, mostly down, attitude from some of the staff, especially in regards to the transportation they are supposed to provide. They also tell you "no tipping" then squeeze the seniors at the end of the year for $780 - $1080 "bonus" for the staff, (they give them a suggested amount in that range, across their 190 units, meaning they could rake in an additional $200,000 out of the residents). They also do not have any back up generators, so if you have someone on oxygen, or heaven forbid a hurricane comes along and knocks out power, then they will be left in dangerous heat with no electric. Very dangerous if your loved ones are on oxygen! Also hope the downstairs doesn't flood like it did in Harvey, because yes, that happened.
The Conservatory at Champion Forest
Offers Independent Living
16 Reviews
8215 Cypresswood Dr., Spring, TX 77379
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of The Conservatory at Champion Forest
Independent Living Reviews for The Conservatory at Champion Forest
December 05, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
December 09, 2018
I visited this facility
I visited The Conservatory at Champion Forest and it's beautiful. The apartments were very nice, and they were having a crowd activity the day I was there. I had a meal there and it was good. They have a swimming pool, convenient parking spaces, transportation to the doctor, and things of that nature. They also have chapel. It was very nice and the person who accommodated me was very nice.
December 26, 2017
I visited this facility
The Conservatory at Champion Forest had a nice standard of living. The staff was friendly. It was under construction when we visited, but the location was very nice and beautiful. The apartments were top notch, and they had the most extensive list of amenities compared to any other place in the area.
August 15, 2016
I am a friend or relative of resident
I come here to visit my mother every week. Beautiful facility with nice service and great care for everyone who lives there!
November 24, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
The Conservatory is good, so far. The décor and the way everything looks is very elegant. The apartments are very accommodating and compact. Everything’s there. The cleanliness, the staff, and the food are very good.
September 07, 2015
I visited this facility
The Conservatory was wonderful, and it was so awesome. The people that lived there were nice and friendly. They have all kinds of activities. They have movies, parties, and games.
August 31, 2015
I visited this facility
If I was ready to go in one, and even if I am not ready, I loved this one. I mean, if I am of the age where I like somebody to cook for me and everything, and everything was beautiful. The only thing was they didn't really do VA because it wasn't assisted living; it was more for someone that still was a little independent. The rooms were really nice and spacious. There were several different sizes; one was one big room with a big closet and a small kitchen, and then one was a double room. And they had the monitors on the door, so if they fell or whatever, they would immediately be notified. I loved it; it would be like living in a swank hotel.
They were extremely helpful, and they would have done anything to get us in there. The only thing was they would not let my brother-in-law have his girlfriend spend the night. I would give them a five as far as independent living. They are really more for someone that still could live on their own sort of, but doesn't want to cook, clean, do their laundry, or anything like that. They had a swimming pool, I believe, at the Conservatory; they had everything. They had a theater room with a really nice theater. It is somewhere I would want to live. They had an exercise room with machines, and it wasn't just little balls or anything, but they had the full-fledged things, and they had a time set up where a trainer would come in; it was nice. They had activities set up everyday for them if they wanted to go somewhere or whatever.
April 29, 2015
I visited this facility
The Conservatory was closer to my dad’s house, and it was a very nice place. The food is good there, but it doesn’t seem upbeat. The staff was very nice and helpful.
April 19, 2015
I visited this facility
I found The Conservatory (The Conservatory at Champion Forest) very clean and very warm. Everybody was very personable. They have a lot of activities for the seniors, so I think it's awesome. The staff was very warm and very personable. The rooms were very nice. They're very well structured. The food was pretty good. They have three full meals. They have activities for the residents. They would have people come in to do different services. Regarding security, I would say it is a safe place. There is one main entrance, and they have emergency exits. It is impossible for the residents to leave without being noticed. They have a structured system where they have to check in and check out. They have like Valentines and Mother's Day. At Christmas, they have vendors come in so that the residents can do a little shopping. They have different things that would make them feel that they're still a human being with a purpose.
December 16, 2014
I visited this facility
The staff at Conservatory Is helpful. The food is all right. They have several activities. They have trips and everything.
December 10, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
The Conservatory use to be a great place to live. It is expensive and at one time it was worth. However, since a management change the quality has drastically dropped. Included in your monthly rent is a dining fee that covers your meals at the on-site restaurant. This is not an optional fee. The food is inedible most of the time. And to make matters worse the service is just as bad. There have been numerous occasions where I left hungry after over an hour because the wait staff never came to take our order. They also lose the orders or get them mixed up frequently. If you do get your food it is normally very bad. The new management is aware of this after numerous complaints from the residents, but do not choose to address the issue.
Provider Response
I am sorry you have some negative feelings about our community. I wanted to take a moment to address some of your concerns, and would very much welcome the opportunity to meet you and listen so I might better understand them. Regarding our monthly cost, we are very competitively priced for all the services we offer. We also offer something in addition that none of competitors offer, a three year rent lock for all of our residents. This is included in our rent. Meals are also included in our monthly rent, as is weekly housekeeping, transportation, entertainment, etc. Our community, like most of our competitors is an all-inclusive community. Meaning, all of our services are included in a single monthly fee. Those who choose our community do so in order to take advantage of this. I am sorry if you were disappointed at our dining service. We have high expectations for both the quality of our food and the service we provide. But we admit that at times mistakes can be made. All we ask is that we are made aware when our effort falls short of expectations, so we can promptly address the issue to satisfaction. In addition, we use tools to help us remain accountable to our residents. These tools include ongoing residents satisfaction surveys and a monthly Dining Forum where residents can voice their opinion and make request. We have found this to be a tremendous resource for our residents to let us know how we are doing. I welcome the opportunity to speak with you if you choose. We are committed to making all efforts to satisfy our residents.
October 30, 2014
I visited this facility
The Conservatory was wonderful. They were really good, nice-sized apartments with washer and dryer inside. Very pretty. The food was very good. The staff was wonderful. The residents were nice.
July 29, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My dad has been at The Conservatory at Champion Forest for a year and half, and it was good. They do have housekeepers that come once a week and they had activities. It was really nice and everybody was nice and would go out of their way. When dad had his urinary tract infection and they missed him in the dining room, they called up to see how he was feeling and they brought him up dinner and that was a voluntary thing.
April 11, 2014
I visited this facility
The Conservatory at Champion Forest was a much newer facility. We had a very delightful visit there. We actually ate Sunday brunch there. They have an ongoing Sunday buffet where a lot of families come and visit. We met a lot of very pleasant people who live there. They were all very friendly. The facility did have very, very lovely appointments, and it was like being in an art gallery. The lady who owns it appreciates European art, so when you're walking up and down the hall, they have a lot of beautiful framed reproductions of artwork. It was very lovely for somebody who wants a more upscale kind of appeal. A lot of seniors would really like that. It was very nice and very lovely. It was sort of classy with a more European feel almost to it. However, it was just not my mother-in-law's preference. She thought it was too fancy for her. She said she felt like it was a museum. It just wouldn't be a home to her.
January 30, 2014
I visited this facility
My parents are going to be moving in Conservatory at Champion Forest next week. This facility is right down the street from where I live. It was just a very nice place. It reminded me of a cruise ship actually. The people there were pretty nice. My parents are offered a two-bedroom-two-bath apartment. For amenities, they have a shuttle service and they have outings for their residents. They have a buffet-type snack bar thing. They have a bar where they would have a happy hour. They have all kinds of stuff. They also have a regular restaurant with varied menu everyday. They have standard menu and varied menu. They have breakfast, lunch and dinner. It is pretty much open most of the day.
May 09, 2012
I am/was a resident of this facility
One of the best places to live if your are retired; Home health on site, great activites awesome food, great care attention and details to ALL activies for seniors.
Questions about The Conservatory at Champion Forest
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at The Conservatory at Champion Forest. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The average age of the residents at the Conservatory at Champion Forest is 81. We have a diverse group of residents as young as 65 and as old as 95. Our residents enjoy the daily happy hour and dining in our community restaurant. In addition, many of our residents also enjoy our community fitness programs that appeal to the diversity of activity that each resident is able to enjoy like water aerobics, line dancing, chair exercise, weekly walks in Meyer's Park, and chair Yoga. For entertainment, the Conservatory is known for entertaining and lively events which include dinner dances, and trips to casinos, local museums, and Galveston.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Our residents enjoy the convenience of an urban lifestyle in a quiet suburban setting. Located in the Champions neighborhood, in Spring Texas, our residents are in walking distance of shopping and services which include grocery, auto service, and laundry. We are minutes from 4 parks which include walking trails, memorials, and fishing. Lastly, we are minutes from The Vintage Park town center which host award-winning restaurants and shopping.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at The Conservatory at Champion Forest has organized?
The residents at the Conservatory at Champion Forest take weekly lunch trips to some of the best and most sought after restaurants in Houston and Spring, Texas. With the Galveston port also being close the community is focused on trips to Galveston and is looking forward to cruising with Royal Caribbean to destinations like Mexico and the Caribbean.
What transportation services does The Conservatory at Champion Forest offer to independent living residents?
We are pleased to assist you with your transportation needs and requests. We offer transportation via either our 21 passenger bus or luxury full size 4 passenger vehicle. Weekly transportation is provided at no additional charge to various shopping centers, grocery stores, banks, post offices, medical appointments, library, and more.
What makes the chef or dining program at The Conservatory at Champion Forest exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Sensational restaurant-style dining services with a full menu daily. All meals hand-prepared from scratch by our executive chef. We also offer a private dining room available for intimate parties. We are open for breakfast from 7:00am-9:30am and lunch and dinner hours are open from 12pm-6pm. This gives residents the flexibility to dine with us when they choose to.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
The Conservatory at Champions Forest has a movie theater, sports bar, lounge area, restaurant, gym, library, card room, art studio, Bistro area, putting green, heated pool, hair and nail salon, and private dining room.
What safety features or security measures does The Conservatory at Champion Forest offer to independent living residents?
Emergency call response system and 24-hour concierge service. In addition, our concierge team has a system to check on residents to ensure they are okay while respecting their privacy and peaceful relaxation.
Does The Conservatory at Champion Forest work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
The Conservatory at Champion Forest works with 3rd party partners to provide non medical assistance, nursing assistance, 3rd party medicare options, Physical Therapy, along with Speech and Occupational Therapy, and a Visiting Physician program.
Costs for The Conservatory at Champion Forest
Services and Amenities of The Conservatory at Champion Forest
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Independent Living Starting At: $2895/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Do Not Offer Companion Suites
- Housing Extra: 8 Different Floor Plans
General
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
About The Conservatory at Champion Forest
Whether you are moving closer to family or just love the splendor of this elegant area, Conservatory offers the best value in affordable, care-free, independent senior living. Everything we do is focused on providing you the very best in senior living. Whether it is savoring our chef-prepared gourmet meals, enjoying fun social events with neighbors, or taking part in wellness activities — it's all right here!
The grace and beauty of our community is equaled by our concierge level services available to every resident. Let us do all the work so you don't have to. Our luxury apartments include complimentary housekeeping, security, maintenance, and transportation, as well as full kitchens for the chef in the family and spacious, well-appointed one and two bedroom floor plans ready for you to decorate with your personal touches.
Join us for meals in our elegant dining room or visit one of the many local area restaurants with friends. Travel with us as we visit various shopping and entertainment destinations each month or explore the wonders of Spring on your own. However you choose to spend your days, you’ll find a life enriched with comfort, warmth and laughter, surrounded by a dedicated team a professionals who value family and want to unsure your complete happiness.
Conservatory Senior Living's carefree senior-living programs provide residents with fun, stress-free, easy living. Socialize with neighbors, enjoy fine dining, get out-and-about with chauffeured transportation, and take advantage of all the health and wellness opportunities. Plus, weekly housekeeping and concierge services all make life the best it could be. Now that's living!
What Makes Us Special
Welcome to the home of inspired senior living in Spring, TX, located just north of the brilliant city of Houston. Rich in local culture and appreciated for its world class amenities, Champion Forest is an amazing area to enjoy your retirement years.
