Vista Terrace Of Belmont

    900 6th Avenue, Belmont, CA, 94002
    4.5 · 4 reviews
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Homey community with attentive staff

    I toured this community and was very pleased - it feels homey with great curb appeal, an appealing lobby, courtyard and nice rooms with walk-in showers. Staff are friendly, professional and attentive (supportive executive director and recreation director); services include weekly room cleaning, laundry, shower help and medication management. They offer art, movies, Veterans Day events, ice cream socials and nail service, though the activities calendar is selective and not overly busy; the dining area wasn't perfect at times. Overall very clean, centrally located near Starbucks and Safeway, not crowded, and I'd recommend checking it out.

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    4.50 · 4 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • Friendly, pleasant and knowledgeable staff
    • Supportive and involved executive director
    • Clean facility with strong attention to detail
    • Homey, warm atmosphere (not corporate feeling)
    • Appealing lobby and good curb appeal
    • Nice layout with courtyard, recreation room, and library
    • Centrally located near shops and restaurants (Starbucks, Safeway)
    • Recreational director and organized activities (art, movies)
    • Special events and recognition (Veterans Day honors)
    • On-site services and treats (ice cream, nail service)
    • Weekly room cleaning and laundry service
    • Assistance with showering and medication management
    • Clean, uncrowded dining area
    • Nice resident rooms with walk-in showers
    • Regular family meetings and good communication
    • Strong sense of community and supportive staff
    • Overall positive experiences and recommendations
    • Worth checking out according to multiple reviewers

    Cons

    • Activities calendar described as selective or not very robust
    • Resident population described as not highly active
    • Not perfect — occasional minor concerns implied but unspecified

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is clearly positive: residents and families repeatedly highlight a clean, well-maintained community with friendly, professional staff and a warm, home-like atmosphere. Multiple reviewers call out the executive director as supportive and engaged, and mention regular family meetings and strong communication. Cleanliness and attention to detail are consistent themes — from the appealing lobby and curb appeal to well-kept common areas, a clean dining room that is not crowded, and rooms with practical features such as walk-in showers.

    Care quality and services are portrayed favorably. Reviewers note helpful hands-on services like assistance with showering, medication management, weekly room cleaning, and laundry service. The staff are described as polite, professional, and attentive, and several reviewers emphasize that they felt the staff provided excellent care and attention. The presence of a recreational director and organized activities is cited as a positive; specific offerings mentioned include art activities, movie showings, Veterans Day recognitions, nail services, and occasional treats like ice cream which contribute to an engaged, social environment when residents participate.

    Facilities and location are also strengths. The campus layout, courtyard, recreation room, and library receive positive comments, and the community’s central location near shops and restaurants (Starbucks, Safeway) is convenient for visitors and outings. Reviewers appreciate the appealing public spaces and the overall curb appeal, describing the property as clean and inviting.

    On activities and resident engagement, there is a mixed but generally positive picture. While the community has an activities program and a recreation director who runs arts and movie events and special recognitions, several reviews describe the activities calendar as selective or not particularly robust. A related theme is that the resident population is “not super active” — meaning some reviewers perceived limited participation or fewer high-energy programming options. This suggests that while the activity offerings exist and are pleasant, families looking for a very busy or highly diverse activity schedule might find the options more modest.

    Management and community culture earn praise for being non-corporate and community-focused. Reviewers repeatedly reference a warm atmosphere, strong community feeling, and hands-on management. The executive director is called out specifically as supportive and attentive, and regular family meetings are cited as a plus for transparency and communication.

    Notable patterns and final assessment: there are no major or specific negative operational complaints listed in the summaries provided — rather, the criticisms are mild and consistent: the activities program is somewhat selective, resident activity levels can be low, and a couple of reviewers note that the place is “not perfect,” implying minor, unspecified shortcomings. Overall, however, the dominant impression is of a clean, well-run, friendly community that provides solid personal care services, good amenities, convenient location, and a homey, non-corporate atmosphere. For prospective residents and families, the facility appears well worth visiting to confirm fit, especially for those who prioritize cleanliness, attentive staff, and a warm community; those seeking a very active or highly varied activities schedule should ask specific questions during a visit to confirm programming meets their expectations.

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    About Vista Terrace Of Belmont

    Vista Terrace Of Belmont sits in a quiet spot in San Mateo County and offers a comfortable place for seniors to live as they age, and folks here can choose between studios and one- or two-bedroom apartments, some with kitchenettes, views, or patios, with spaces running from about 380 to 975 square feet, so there's room for different needs whether that means wanting less cleaning or more space for family visits or keeping pets around for company. The building's two stories are easy to get around, with elevators and handicap-accessible features for those using walkers or wheelchairs, and there's always Wi-Fi for those who want to stay connected with loved ones or just need to stream a favorite show.

    Assisted living services at Vista Terrace cover help with everyday tasks like getting dressed or managing medicine, but there's also a focus on letting residents keep their independence and dignity through personalized service plans, so staff don't overstep but always seem to be there when needed, and the community is open around the clock for added peace of mind. There's also memory care for those living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and they try to keep the environment safe, with programs meant to stimulate memory and keep people active, and independent living options for folks who are still healthy but want the safety net of services like meals, housekeeping, and transportation.

    The team at Vista Terrace seems to know a lot of the residents by name, offering a friendly, almost family-like feel, and daily life can involve a lot of programs, from fitness classes and Forever Fit to art and gallery offerings or even Melody & Masterpiece for music lovers. The community organizes social calendars based on what people actually like to do, with the Vibrant Life® program and special events like Starlight Shows, Memories in Motion, or Pawsitive Health activities that bring pets and people together for a bit of cheer. There's a lot for those who want to learn or stay busy, from cooking classes to cultural celebrations, and the library and gallery are there for quieter afternoons.

    Dining is a big part of what life looks like here, with chef-made meals served either in the restaurant-style dining room or brought to residents' rooms if they prefer a quiet meal, and the Elevate® dining experience mixes healthy, dietitian-approved options with some lessons on cooking and food traditions, always focusing on nutrition for conditions like heart disease or diabetes. There's even an outside patio for eating on nice days, plus special gatherings like Cheeze, Wine, and Music that turn mealtimes into social occasions.

    For those needing more or less help as time goes on, Vista Terrace follows a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) model so that residents can move to higher or lower care levels without needing to find a different place, and extra help can include things like in-home care and companionship for folks who live at home or respite and hospice care if a short stay or extra comfort is ever needed. Staff members handle most of the chores-like weekly housekeeping, linens, and maintenance-and scheduled transportation helps residents get out for shopping, appointments, or a favorite outing, with parking on site for those who still drive.

    Amenities include a beauty salon, safety systems, gallery spaces, and activities to fit many interests, big and small. Pets are welcome, and there's a range of volunteer opportunities and community events. Vista Terrace has earned a 3.4 rating from reviews, which means some things could be better, but the location, the friendly approach, fresh meals, and the variety in activities might make it a good fit for some. The facility is managed by Cogir USA and is connected to the Nazareth Vista family, bringing with it programs and care options that have been tried in other communities, always aiming to balance residents' need for support with respect for their independence.

    About Cogir Senior Living

    Vista Terrace Of Belmont is managed by Cogir Senior Living.

    Cogir Senior Living was founded in 1995 by Serge G. Duguay, a passionate real estate entrepreneur in Quebec, Canada. What began as a small family business has grown into one of North America's leading senior living operators. From humble beginnings with about a dozen U.S. communities in 2020, Cogir has experienced remarkable growth, approaching 100 communities across 11 states by 2025. The company's U.S. operations are headquartered in Sacramento, California, with additional offices in Scottsdale, Arizona, and Seattle, Washington, under the leadership of CEO David Eskenazy.

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