VENTURA TOWNEHOUSE

My family member has been here a few years now and loves it. Incredible staff and friendly neighbors. The grounds are absolutely beautiful!!!

NeuroFit, led by Coach Pam (shown above) is outrageously fun and beneficial, one of many activities offered for residents at Ventura Townehouse. NeuroFit retrains the brain and the body to work together for greater physical and mental health. I should know–I started her classes at the Townehouse about 6 weeks ago. I had to use a rolling walker to move anywhere when I began. Since that time, I’ve graduated to a lightweight aluminum walker, then a cane–and now I am weaning myself of that! I’m sure it’s because of Coach Pam’s exercises that I’ve regained so much mobility. Pam is funny and inspirational, and encourages seniors of all degrees of health to participate in any way they can. She is unexpectedly versatile–a former ballerina who also has advanced degrees in art history. We do stretching, balancing, and strength exercises to lively music, in a safe setting. Those who wish can even join in a bit of boxing at stand-still punching bags to reinforce the exercises and to develop new neural pathways for better memory and coordination. Best of all, the women and men in this group have developed a great camaraderie. We laugh at ourselves and cheer each other on!

My mother reluctantly moved to Ventura Townehouse 2.5 years ago, (at 94), and it has been a wonderful place for her. I agree with the reviewer who says it’s a cross between a fancy hotel and a cruise ship. The facility and the grounds are beautiful and well maintained. There are endless, varied activities for those who want to join. The staff goes above and beyond to make each resident feel cared for and special. They know everyone’s name and even their likes and dislikes. I live on the east coast, but each time I visit I am so impressed with the family-like atmosphere and the care provided. Despite her initial hesitation to move into assisted living, my mother is now living her best life at what she calls the “Pamper Palace”.

There are many exceptional people here. I would like to mention Harvey that gave us our first tour and I ended up renting my apartment from him. We have a number of people that provide many activities,parties and special events for us. I would like to commend Nancy Borgnine. Her personality and energy are enlivening to all of us. Thank you so much to all the staff, management,the wonderful crew that takes care of the 12 acres and it goes on and on !!!

It might seem overblown to give this retirement community 5 stars on everything but I assure you they are well-earned. 

A brief summary: My wife has been the primary care giver for her father. She had been away from home 4-5 days per week, traveling 3+ hours each way weekly for over six months. When they decided to move him near us, I was asked to locate & tour a number of care facilities in Ventura County. After searching the web I found Assisted Living Connections in Ventura County who helped me find options. (ps: they are great) I visited a number of options and found many to be dark, gloomy, basically clean but unpleasant surroundings. I was able to narrow the list fairly quickly. We landed at the Ventura Town House & compared to other options out there this place is like a cross between a Four Seasons and a cruise ship. My wife and I took their tour, I was very skeptical assuming the sales pitch was just another pitch. In reality, she under promised and since they have over delivered. We wanted an active social life and a staff with good people skills. We are we happy with this group, trust me, when it comes to her father she is hard to please! We have found their dedication, professionalism, knowledge and most importantly (for my wife) their caring and compassion for her father invaluable. I highly recommend this facility. I recommend Ventura Townehouse with the highest rating possible!