Pricing ranges from
    $4,295 – 5,995/month

    The Pointe At Summit Hills

    4501 Upland Point Drive, Bakersfield, CA, 93306
    4.5 · 6 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Homelike staff, clean, meals lacking

    I placed my loved one here and I'm generally very happy. The staff are attentive, friendly, know residents by name, and create a warm, home-like, family atmosphere - issues are handled promptly and the activity director runs wonderful programs (my loved one with Alzheimer's didn't want to leave). The community is clean, helpful, and the fixed-price model is straightforward. Downsides: meals are often small, heavy on carbs and overcooked, and there are staffing shortages with no RN on site or on-call.

    Pricing

    $4,295+/moStudioAssisted Living
    $4,895+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $5,895+/mo2 BedroomAssisted Living
    $4,995+/moSemi-privateMemory Care
    $5,995+/moSuiteMemory Care

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.50 · 6 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      2.0
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Friendly, attentive staff
    • Family-like, home-like atmosphere
    • Staff know residents by name
    • Personal, high-quality care
    • Issues addressed promptly
    • Strong memory care experience
    • Smooth transitions into care/memory care
    • Active, varied activities program
    • Top-notch activity director
    • Clean, well-maintained facility
    • Kind and helpful staff
    • Fixed pricing structure
    • Staff answer questions and communicate

    Cons

    • Dining quality below expectations
    • Meals often overcooked
    • Heavy carbohydrate–focused menu
    • Small meal portions
    • Staffing shortages reported
    • No RN on site or on-call
    • Some residents/families want more activities

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in these reviews is markedly positive with consistent praise for the staff, atmosphere, and memory care services at The Pointe At Summit Hills. Multiple reviewers emphasize a warm, family-like environment where caregivers form personal relationships with residents, learn names, and provide attentive, high-quality care. Several accounts describe smooth transitions into memory care, and at least one family reported that an Alzheimer's patient was comfortable enough to not want to leave — a strong indicator of trust and resident well-being. Cleanliness and a welcoming, home-like tone are repeated themes, reinforcing an impression of a well-maintained community.

    Staff behavior and resident connections are the most frequently cited strengths. Reviewers repeatedly note friendly, kind, and helpful staff who respond to questions and address concerns promptly. The activity program receives high marks: reviewers call out a variety of activities, describe the activities director as "top-notch," and say programming is wonderful overall. These elements combine to create an environment where families feel comfortable and residents appear engaged.

    Despite the many positives, dining and clinical staffing raise clear concerns. Several reviewers specifically criticize the meals — citing small portions, a heavy emphasis on carbohydrates, and food that is often overcooked. This pattern suggests the dining program may need menu revision, portion rebalancing, and improved food preparation consistency to better meet resident nutritional needs and expectations. On the clinical side, reviewers mention staffing shortages and explicitly note there is no RN on site or on-call. While day-to-day caregiving is praised, the absence of a registered nurse and reported staffing constraints represent notable risk areas for families who prioritize medical oversight and continuity of clinical care.

    There is a slight nuance in the activity feedback: while many reviewers praise the breadth and quality of activities, at least one reviewer wished for more programming. This suggests that while the activity team is strong, demand or resident expectations may outpace current offerings for some households or in certain care levels (for example, memory care vs. general assisted living).

    Management responsiveness appears positive: reviewers say issues are addressed promptly and staff answer questions, which points to effective communication and a willingness to resolve problems. The fixed-price aspect is also called out as a positive for families looking for predictable costs. Taken together, these themes create a picture of a community that excels in person-centered caregiving, resident engagement, and cleanliness, while falling short in dining quality and clinical nurse staffing.

    Recommendations based on these review patterns: prioritize improvements to the dining program (menu diversification, portion sizing, and food preparation training), and address clinical staffing gaps by ensuring an RN is available on-site or on-call or clearly communicating the clinical coverage model to prospective families. Continued investment in activity offerings and maintaining the strong culture of personalized, attentive staff will preserve the facility’s primary strengths. Overall, these reviews indicate a caring, community-focused residence that many families trust and appreciate, with a few operational changes that could substantially improve resident satisfaction and clinical safety.

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    About The Pointe At Summit Hills

    The Pointe At Summit Hills is a senior living community that takes care to respect and support each resident as they age, with staff ready to help at any hour and caregivers trained to assist with everyday needs like dressing, bathing, medication, continence, and moving around safely, and they've got a special focus on memory care for folks with Alzheimer's, dementia, or memory loss, which includes a secured entry so residents stay safe from wandering. The two-story building, which covers over 65,000 square feet, has a homey but upscale feel, with warm, inviting common areas designed for family visits, socializing, or just relaxing, and outside there's a landscaped courtyard with walking paths and plenty of spots to sit. They offer different types of living options, from studios to one- and two-bedroom apartments, and the variety means people can choose what suits them best whether they're looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care, or even nursing home services, and there's a pet-friendly policy so residents don't have to leave their animals behind. The community takes great care to keep the environment clean, and both visitors and residents have noticed. They set up personalized care plans, matching services to each person's needs, and they have respite care for short-term stays, which can be a big help for families. Social programs and activities keep residents active, whether it's scheduled events, outings, or smaller get-togethers, and the on-site hair salon means folks can look and feel their best. Let's not forget, staff keep a close eye on residents' health, coordinate with doctors and families, and encourage everyone to stay involved through recreation, errands, or volunteering, tailoring everything so residents can keep their independence as long as possible, and all these touches are what give the place its enriching atmosphere for both residents and staff.

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