THE RETREAT AT ALAMEDA

My parents relocated from another state and moved into a two bedroom apartment at The Retreat the week of Thanksgiving. The Retreat was wonderful working with us throughout the process and we are very happy with the support, services, and amenities available to my parents.

I toured The Retreat at Alameda this past Saturday with a family searching for senior living options for their parents. The Executive Director graciously took time out of her weekend to personally host our tour — something I truly appreciate. Although my clients ultimately chose a different community, I was very impressed by the professionalism and warmth of the entire team. Every staff member we encountered, from various departments, took a moment to greet us with genuine smiles and kindness. Thank you for such a positive experience! I look forward to referring more families your way and visiting again soon. — Jonathan Grosvenor, Gentle Hearts Living Solutions

We placed my father in memory care at The Retreat. It's a very new and beautiful establishment. They really went above and beyond for my father, who could be a very irate resident at times due to dementia. They took such good care of him, better than I could ever. The staff really cared about him and also built a relationship with us family members visiting him. They attended to him all hours of the day and encouraged him to socialize. One of the nurses even got him a cake and threw a birthday party for him. Again, his care was above and beyond and the staff was extremely patient with him. When my dad passed, Executive Director Kari and all of the staff helped us wrap things up quickly and easily.

Our parents moved into the Retreat at Alameda in May 2025 and they have received excellent care since moving in. We are most impressed with the medical staff who have exceeded our expectations. Not only do they provide exceptional care, but they are compassionate and communicate with us whenever it is needed. In addition to the medical staff, the other staff members are equally kind and attentive. We also pleased with the cleanliness of the facility and the large range of activities offered. Most importantly, we have complete peace of mind knowing our parents are safe and well cared for.

My Mom has been living in Assisted Living for the last 20 months. As her cognitive abilities have declined we found it necessary to move her to a Memory Care Facility. I had done a search of Memory Care Facilities previously, and quite frankly they all made me feel sad and overwhelmed. I was never sure what would be a good "fit" for my Mom. Some places had no residents out in the common areas socializing, some appeared to have a Nursing Home or hospital wing feel. In May 2021, I needed to not delay finding a new place for my Mom, since a few incidents made us aware that her personal safety was at risk. I had heard a radio advertisement about the Retreat at Alameda, and decided to go there to see what it was all about. The Retreat had not formally opened, and was a week from opening their doors. I happened to get there when the Sales Director was finishing a tour with a potential resident's family. When I walked into the Retreat at Alameda, and was warmly greeted by Toni, I immediately felt that this place was different. We had a great discussion on the care that would be provided, and I felt that there was a genuine interest in providing the best possible care to all residents. It did not matter if a resident was in Memory Care or Assisted Living. It was an easy decision to move my Mom there. I have not been disappointed at all. I was guided on how to make the transition for my Mom, and all that was required of me to set her up in her new studio suite. My Mom has been very happy and content since she has been there. There are always activities and special events occurring, and I am always informed of them. Family and loved ones are always invited to visit and participate in any of the seminars or special events. The way I know that the Retreat at Alameda was the right choice for my Mom is; When I would leave her when she was at her previous place, I would always feel uneasy, and was not sure if she was being monitored and cared for as I would like and expect. I worried constantly. When I leave my Mom now, I feel content and know she is getting great care. She is always dressed well, clean, and participating in activities. Her room is always in excellent condition, and the housekeeping staff maintain her room better than I would. She is always carrying a drinking container with water, having snacks and fed well. The food is exceptional as well. I also feel that every member of the staff is committed to giving all residents remarkable care. I have seen it in action as a visitor as well. I would strongly recommend the Retreat at Alameda. If you have any doubts at all, attend one of the many events that they have. Go for a tour. See how the residents look and sound. You will not be disappointed!