I'm very grateful we chose this memory-care community - Gloria and the team were warm, professional, and helped my mom transition smoothly. The campus is beautiful and clean, with four themed cottages and Montessori-based programming that keeps residents engaged; meals are excellent and activities are frequent and meaningful. Management is supportive, communication is strong, and the staff's compassion, patience and dedication give our family real peace of mind - definitely worth a visit.
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Jul 2026
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Amenities
Healthcare services
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Hospice waiver
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
Dementia waiver
Mild cognitive impairment
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Common areas
Beauty salon
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Gaming room
Garden
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
Reviews
4.63·(133)
Overall rating
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Care
4.6
Staff
4.6
Meals
4.1
Amenities
4.4
Value
2.9
Pros
Compassionate, attentive caregiving staff
Specialized Alzheimer's and dementia programming
Montessori-based and memory-focused activities
Engaging daily activities and exercise classes
Secure, gated environment with monitored entry
Clean, well-maintained interior and grounds
Attractive outdoor gardens and walking paths
Spacious common areas for dining and activities
Themed neighborhoods that aid wayfinding
24/7 nursing presence
Smooth move-in and transition support
Clear family communication and accessible leadership
Short-stay/test-residency option
High-quality housekeeping and room personalization
Prompt tour scheduling and admissions responsiveness
Cons
High cost and limited pricing transparency
Inconsistent staffing levels and staff turnover
Variability in staff conduct and responsiveness
Gaps in clinical-incident response and family notification
Inconsistent meal quality and dining experience
Layout and long identical hallways that can hinder wayfinding
Activity programming uneven across cognitive levels and weekends
Personal-property and room-security control weaknesses
Sanitation and pest-control concerns in parts of the community
Slow door/access procedures during locked-door periods
Inconsistent medication-management and transfer-safety practices
High-pressure admissions and sales tactics
Summary of reviews
Summerfield of Redlands is described consistently as a memory-care–focused community with strong strengths in dementia programming, daily engagement, and a campus-like environment. Reviewers emphasize the facility's specialized approaches—Montessori-based activities, themed neighborhoods, and programs such as Bridge to Rediscovery—that are designed to support wayfinding and routine for residents with cognitive impairment. The property and grounds receive frequent praise for attractive gardens, walking paths, villa-like corridors and spacious common areas that create an open, home-like feeling.
Care quality is often characterized as compassionate and family-oriented. Many accounts highlight attentive caregivers, knowledgeable med techs and a hands-on leadership team; several reviewers specifically commended nursing coverage and the availability of 24/7 clinical staff. Families describe personalized transitions and smooth move-ins, along with strong housekeeping, good room personalization options, and supportive front-office staff. At the same time, reviewers identified variability in staff conduct and responsiveness: staffing levels and turnover appear to affect consistency of care, and a subset of accounts raised concerns about medication handling and transfers that have sometimes resulted in ER accompaniment.
Dining and hospitality draw mixed but mostly positive comments. Numerous reviewers praised meal presentation and chef adaptability for special diets, fundraisers, and special-event menus; others noted occasional bland or inconsistent meals. Housekeeping and cleanliness are frequently praised, though a number of reviewers raised sanitation and pest-control concerns in particular areas and observed odor issues in some common spaces. These sanitation notes, together with isolated mentions of ants and room-cleaning lapses, suggest unevenness in environmental maintenance across the campus.
Activity programming is a clear strength for residents with memory impairment: organized exercise classes, music, painting nights, bingo, gardening and themed cottage activities appear well integrated and often credited with improving resident well-being. However, reviewers said offerings can be uneven for residents with milder cognitive impairment and that weekend activity levels may be lower. The facility's physical layout—a large campus with circular or wagon-wheel hall plans and long, similar-looking hallways—supports communal spaces but may complicate wayfinding for some residents.
Management and admissions receive both praise and critique. Many families describe accessible, communicative executive leadership and staff who provide hands-on support and quick tour scheduling. Conversely, concerns include high cost, limited pricing transparency, and reports of high-pressure admissions interactions. More serious operational concerns cited by reviewers include gaps in incident communication (including family notification following critical events), alleged theft and personal-property control issues, and occasional clinical-response shortfalls. These items appear episodic but are significant enough that prospective families should ask targeted questions during a tour.
Overall, Summerfield of Redlands appears to be a well-resourced, dementia-focused community with notable strengths in compassionate caregiving, specialized programming and a welcoming campus environment. Prospective residents and family members should weigh those strengths against facility-level operational concerns—cost, staffing consistency, dining variability, layout-related wayfinding, and specific safety/communication processes—and consider direct questions or trial stays to assess fit for an individual’s clinical and social needs.
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Location
Summerfield of Redlands is located at 1319 Brookside Ave, Redlands, CA, 92373.
About Summerfield of Redlands
Summerfield of Redlands sits on Brookside Ave in Redlands, California, and offers assisted living and memory care services in a single-story community, so you won't have to worry about stairs. The building has 56 assisted living suites, both studio and shared options, and you'll find things like wheelchair accessible showers and wide doors for easier movement. The staff's around all day and night, and nurses stay on site and on call, so folks get help anytime they need it, whether that's with daily activities like dressing, medication management, incontinence care, or even physical transfers and mechanical lifts for those who don't walk well. There's a strong focus on memory care for people living with Alzheimer's disease or other kinds of dementia, and they've got a secured area set up to help keep residents safe and cut down on wandering, including things like computerized wander alert systems and bracelets with alarms.
The place welcomes both men and women, and you're allowed to bring a pet if you want, with some pet therapy programs as well. There's a no smoking policy indoors. You'll find both outdoor and indoor common areas and rooms for socializing like a library and bistro, plus an activity room and an in-house beauty salon. Summerfield of Redlands has things like a secure walking path, vibrant gardens, and a landscaped campus, so residents get fresh air and sunshine. Amenities include laundry and housekeeping, a family-style dining room, all-day dining, and special diets like kosher meals. Meals are home-style, and snacks are easy to find, including treats at their ice cream parlor. Activities go on every day-stretching, yoga, art, brain fitness classes, gardening, cooking classes, trivia, Wii bowling, karaoke, movie nights, game nights, and even wine tasting, with a full-time activity director planning things out.
They use Montessori-based programs and the Bridge to Rediscovery program to help people living with memory problems stay engaged and active. There's also a Coro Health music program, which helps with wellness, and they welcome intergenerational visits. The staff can help with stand-by assistance and behavioral care for folks showing difficult or unpredictable actions, and visiting professionals like podiatrists, dentists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists come by to help. Residents can see a beautician or barber right there at the community. Family can join for devotionals and special events in the community, and the town allows residents from different kinds of backgrounds, including those covered by local legal protections. People can join in activities onsite, but there's also complimentary transportation for trips to places offsite, and they can help with qualifying for VA benefits if that's something you need.
For anyone needing short-term help, there are respite care and adult day care programs, so caregivers can get a break or folks can stay for a short while. The property has a range of floor plans, including studios and semi-private rooms, with an example being a studio featuring a private bathroom, large living area, and closet; utilities come included in the rent. Social and educational activities are part of daily life, and staff work to make personalized care plans so everyone gets the help and independence they need. Summerfield of Redlands has twice-yearly reviews to make sure it stays licensed and meets the right standards. The focus is on providing a comfortable environment with predictable routines and places to relax, like gardens, a bistro, activity rooms, family dining, and a walking path. Securements like wander alert systems and controlled access protect people living with dementia, and everyone gets a chance to enjoy their day and connect with others in a simple, home-like place.
Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Redding, California, Northstar Senior Living has established itself as one of the premier providers of senior living management and consulting services in the United States. Under the leadership of President and CEO Rick Jensen, who co-founded the company, Northstar has built a reputation for excellence in senior care management through its commitment to setting industry gold standards. The privately owned company operates approximately 40-51 communities across nine states, offering comprehensive management services that span the full spectrum of senior living operations.
People often ask...
Summerfield of Redlands offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,295 per month.
Summerfield of Redlands offers assisted living and memory care.
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The full address for this community is 1319 Brookside Ave, Redlands, CA 92373.
No, Summerfield of Redlands does not offer respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
Safety & Compliance
In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.
Investigated a complaint amendment and found no deficiencies.
19 Jun 2026Complaint
19 Jun 2026Complaint
Investigated six allegations and found no violations.
05 May 2026Inspection
05 May 2026Inspection
Investigated an unusual incident involving an intact glove found in a resident's diaper during incontinence care, followed by an interview and health and safety check.
05 May 2026Complaint
05 May 2026Complaint
Concluded that the allegations were unsubstantiated after reviewing interviews and records. No deficiencies were cited.
10 Apr 2026Inspection
10 Apr 2026Inspection
Identified a food-service deficiency related to keeping perishable items past use-by dates and not disposing expired foods.
Type B87555(b)(8)
27 Mar 2026Inspection
27 Mar 2026Inspection
Identified that an administrator did not report a possible sexual abuse allegation to the regional office within seven days and did not notify the licensing agency, creating potential health and safety risk.
Type B87211(1)(b)
27 Mar 2026Complaint
27 Mar 2026Complaint
Investigated an allegation that a staff member sexually abused residents; could not be corroborated.
06 Mar 2026Inspection
06 Mar 2026Inspection
Investigated an incident report from 08/07/2024; no deficiencies were cited.
06 Mar 2026Inspection
06 Mar 2026Inspection
Confirmed an unannounced case management visit addressing complaint 56-AS-20250905080217, met with the business office manager, toured the site, and reviewed related documents.
24 Feb 2026Complaint
24 Feb 2026Complaint
Investigated a complaint that a resident sustained bruising from an unknown cause; evidence could not establish the source of the bruising and noted related behavioral incidents around the same time.
20 Jan 2026Complaint
20 Jan 2026Complaint
Investigated an allegation that staff did not properly supervise a resident, leading to a fall; found insufficient evidence to support the allegation.
19 Dec 2025Inspection
19 Dec 2025Inspection
Found no health or safety concerns or deficiencies after investigating an unusual incident.
05 Dec 2025Inspection
05 Dec 2025Inspection
Identified an allegation that staff did not provide adequate supervision, leading to residents engaging in physical altercations due to staff shortage.
05 Dec 2025Inspection
05 Dec 2025Inspection
Identified a resident's mattress not in good/sanitary condition and noted whether there was a mattress pad on residents' mattresses.
29 Oct 2025Complaint
29 Oct 2025Complaint
Investigated the allegation that staff neglect caused a resident's death during a choking incident. Evidence showed staff did not perform first aid when choking was present.
Type A87468.2(a)(8)
Type B87411(a)
14 Aug 2025Inspection
14 Aug 2025Inspection
Identified and documented a licensing complaint matter during a case management visit and obtained signatures on an amended complaint investigation document.
08 Aug 2025Complaint
08 Aug 2025Complaint
Investigated a neglect allegation and found that staff did not contact emergency services during a hallway altercation between residents.
Type A87468.2(a)(4)
11 Jun 2025Complaint
11 Jun 2025Complaint
Identified that a staff member tied a resident in a wheelchair with a bedsheet, creating a safety concern; medication handling showed no evidence of mismanagement, and no pests were observed.
Type A87608(a)(5)
04 Jun 2025Inspection
04 Jun 2025Inspection
Found no deficiencies after observations and records review.
13 May 2025Inspection
13 May 2025Inspection
Reviewed a case management matter related to a complaint, and an amended document was signed after interviews.
13 May 2025Complaint
13 May 2025Complaint
Investigated three allegations about staff knowledge of residents' whereabouts and care after a fall. Found insufficient evidence to prove the claims.
05 Mar 2025Complaint
05 Mar 2025Complaint
Investigated a complaint alleging resident injuries, inadequate staffing, and improper training; found no evidence to support the injury claim and that reporting, staffing, and training met required standards.
24 Dec 2024Complaint
24 Dec 2024Complaint
Identified that a resident had a stage II pressure injury with an elbow skin tear treated by hospice, and that repositioning occurred every two hours per the care plan; interviews indicated adequate care and staffing.
05 Jun 2024Complaint
05 Jun 2024Complaint
Investigated a complaint about call buttons and found a call button in room 100 non-operational.
CCR 87303(a)Facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times.
18 May 2024Inspection
18 May 2024Inspection
Observed safe and well-maintained conditions, appropriate medication handling, and adequate staffing; no deficiencies were cited.
14 Dec 2023Inspection
14 Dec 2023Inspection
Identified a deficiency for failing to seek medical attention in a timely manner after an incident involving a resident, delaying care by two days.
Type A87465(a)(1)
23 Jun 2023Inspection
23 Jun 2023Inspection
Observed premises clean, well-maintained, and functioning safely, with medications securely stored, staff and resident records in order, and no deficiencies cited.
28 Feb 2023Complaint
28 Feb 2023Complaint
Investigated the allegation that staff handled a resident roughly; evidence did not show the incident occurred as described.
06 Jan 2023Complaint
06 Jan 2023Complaint
Investigated four allegations about bathing/hygiene, bed sores, informing the POA of medical changes, and nutritional intake; records and interviews showed staff followed the admissions agreement and notified the responsible parties and physician.
04 Jan 2023Inspection
04 Jan 2023Inspection
Identified issues related to care licensing during a case-management visit conducted in California.
04 Jan 2023Complaint
04 Jan 2023Complaint
Investigated six allegations about resident hygiene, clean clothing, bathroom cleanliness, room odor, withheld personal items, and rate notice timing. Found the six allegations unsubstantiated.
19 Apr 2022Inspection
19 Apr 2022Inspection
Observed no deficiencies. Infection control measures were in place and there were no COVID-19 cases.
14 Mar 2022Complaint
14 Mar 2022Complaint
Investigated the allegations about leadership coverage, medication administration, and staffing. Found a designated executive director in the absence of the primary administrator, medications administered as prescribed, and adequate staffing to meet residents' needs.
02 Mar 2022Complaint
02 Mar 2022Complaint
Investigated an allegation that lack of supervision resulted in a resident sustaining injuries. Found no evidence to support the claim.
21 Jan 2022Complaint
21 Jan 2022Complaint
Investigated allegations that residents were not changed timely, admitted without physician reports or hoyer lifts, admitted without a medication list, not showered timely, and staffing was insufficient; found insufficient evidence to prove or disprove these allegations.
22 Sept 2021Complaint
22 Sept 2021Complaint
Investigated and found no evidence supporting the five allegations.
17 Mar 2021Complaint
17 Mar 2021Complaint
Found that the three allegations were unsubstantiated. Interviews and records showed routine diaper checks every two hours and on shift changes, PPE was provided and worn, and residents’ clothing was changed daily or as needed.
01 Feb 2021Complaint
01 Feb 2021Complaint
Investigated the allegation that staff neglect caused a resident's questionable death and found it unfounded. Death was due to severe sepsis and healthcare-associated pneumonia, with dehydration contributing, and records showed no neglect related to the pressure injury or the death.
28 Oct 2020Complaint
28 Oct 2020Complaint
Investigated an allegation of lack of supervision resulting in one resident hitting another; found no evidence to support the claim, as staff were present and intervened promptly.
12 Aug 2020Complaint
12 Aug 2020Complaint
Investigated allegations of unreported injuries, inadequate medical attention, and unmet care needs; found insufficient evidence to confirm these claims.
23 Jul 2020Inspection
23 Jul 2020Inspection
Conducted a Health & Safety Check via video conference, no deficiencies cited, facility in compliance with health and safety regulations.
20 Dec 2019Inspection
20 Dec 2019Inspection
COMP II was successfully completed with the applicant and administrator confirming understanding of Title 22. Signed documentation was requested to be submitted to CAB.
19 Dec 2019Inspection
19 Dec 2019Inspection
Inspected facility met required standards for safety, cleanliness, and resident care. Needed system installation for resident signaling prior to licensing.
12 Dec 2019Inspection
12 Dec 2019Inspection
Confirmed an amended complaint and obtained necessary signatures from the Administrator during an unannounced visit.
10 Dec 2019Complaint
10 Dec 2019Complaint
Confirmed allegations of improper care by a staff member, resulting in termination, while other allegations of neglecting laundry duties by staff were not proven.
Type B87468.1(a)(2)
27 Nov 2019Inspection
27 Nov 2019Inspection
Found no deficiencies in cleanliness, safety, and documentation during the inspection.
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