Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health

    169 N Mountain Trail Ave, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Caring staff, clean home-like cottage

    I placed my father in this small, home-like cottage and he's comfortable, relaxed, and content. The staff-Helen and Joy included-are caring, attentive, and available 24/7; nursing care, meds, baths/showers and home-cooked meals (Asian options) are handled well, the facility is clean and maintained, offers outdoor activities, and keeps good communication with family - I would recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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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

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Housekeeping and linen services

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Common areas

    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.22·(9)

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.2
    • Value

      4.2

    Pros

    • Home-like cottage environment
    • Small, low-occupancy setting
    • Attentive and caring staff
    • 24/7 caregiver availability
    • Medication management
    • Assistance with bathing and personal care
    • Cooked, home-style meals (including Asian options)
    • Clean, well-maintained interior
    • Outdoor activities and social opportunities
    • Personalized family communication

    Cons

    • Inconsistent family communication
    • Unclear vacancy and availability information
    • Limited interior space and cramped common areas

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews portray Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health as a small, cottage-style assisted living option with generally positive assessments of day-to-day care and staff engagement. Families describe a hands-on approach to personal care and medication management, and several accounts emphasize that residents appeared comfortable and relaxed in the setting. The facility's small scale and home-like atmosphere are consistently cited as distinguishing features.

    Care and clinical supports: Review notes indicate active nursing- and caregiver-level involvement, including assistance with bathing and showering, medication administration, and round-the-clock caregiver availability. These operational elements are described as contributing to resident comfort and routine stability. While reviewers praised the attentiveness of caregivers, a pattern of occasional lapses in family communication was also reported and represents an area for operational improvement.

    Staff and management: Staff are frequently characterized as friendly, helpful, and caring; a few staff members were singled out by name for positive attention. Families reported good interpersonal interactions and a personal-service orientation. At the same time, there are recurring remarks about inconsistent or unclear communication from management—most notably around vacancy or admissions information—which can create uncertainty for prospective families.

    Dining and activities: Dining is described as home-cooked and appealing, with mentions of Asian menu options and pleasant meal aromas. The small scale appears to support individualized meal service. Outdoor activities and social opportunities are available and contribute to residents' daily engagement.

    Facilities and environment: The property is described as clean and well maintained, with a cottage-house feel that many reviewers found comforting. The low-occupancy model supports hands-on attention, but several comments indicate that interior space and common areas can feel constrained; prospective residents should plan an in-person visit to assess room sizes and communal space for their needs.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: Strengths include personalized, attentive caregiving, consistent medication and hygiene supports, and a homelike environment that many families recommend. Operational gaps to address are clearer, more consistent family communication and improved transparency around availability and admissions. Overall, Evergreen Cottage appears well suited to individuals and families seeking a smaller, more intimate assisted-living atmosphere, with a trade-off between personalized service and limited physical space.

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    Location

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    Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health is located at 169 N Mountain Trail Ave, Sierra Madre, CA, 91024.

    About Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health

    Evergreen Cottage By Serenity Care Health offers assisted living, board and care home, and memory care in a setting built for seniors who want help with daily life while keeping some independence, and you'll find both private and shared rooms, with large secure outdoor areas and a welcoming, pet-friendly environment where cats and dogs are allowed and residents can enjoy a gated, well-kept yard, walking paths, a patio, and a garden. Meals get made fresh in a gourmet kitchen, and special diets like vegetarian, vegan, low sodium, no sugar, and gluten-free are available, while staff helps with bathing, dressing, grooming, transfers, and medication management all day and night, with an RN, medical director, pharmacy consultant, nutrition director, and activity director supporting residents 24/7. Families can count on housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services, and seniors with diabetes or incontinence or who have trouble moving around also get the care they need, with the staff trained for light, medium, or heavy needs, including for those who need stand-by, single, two-person, or mechanical lift transfers, plus care for non-ambulatory seniors. The facility is secure and designed to help those with Alzheimer's or dementia, with special programming and a separate memory care section, alarms to prevent wandering, and staff who understand how to help folks with behavioral or cognitive issues; they welcome those at risk of wandering or who struggle with behavior, and tailor care plans for different memory challenges. A small community size helps residents get more personal attention, and the atmosphere feels friendly and calm, with staff who often speak several languages, including Chinese, Filipino, Mandarin, and English, while professional help like nurses, podiatrists, dentists, physical, occupational, and speech therapists are available to meet different health needs. Seniors join in daily activities, social gatherings, activities like devotional events, birthday or holiday parties, and can relax in a TV lounge or common room, and for those who need high-speed internet, cable, and community Wi-Fi, those are included as well. Evergreen Cottage has over 35 years of medical experience and more than a decade of assisted living operations under Serenity Care Health, and the facility stays licensed by the State of California, keeping up with regular internal quality checks and strict staff screening. Residents and families can expect a clean, comfortable, and safe space with help close by day and night, and if someone needs a break, respite care is offered for short-term stays, and hospice is available too, with plenty of support for both ambulatory and non-ambulatory needs, aging in place, and a range of services for changing health needs. Resident parking, complimentary transportation, grocery and errand services, move-in help, emergency alert systems, and security measures are all present to support residents while letting them enjoy some independence, and with flexible care ranging from independent living and companion care to skilled nursing, memory care, and diabetes support, the focus always leans toward health, safety, and comfort, in a setting where people can feel at home.

    People often ask...

    Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,298 per month.

    Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health offers assisted living, memory care, and board and care.

    There are 7 photos of Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 169 N Mountain Trail Ave, Sierra Madre, CA 91024.

    No, Evergreen Cottage by Serenity Care Health 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.

    License number198602286
    StatusClosed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeSERENITY CARE HEALTH EA CORPORATION
    EffectiveMarch 14th, 2017
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    Inspection Reports

    2

    Reports

    2

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    30 Aug 2021Inspection
    Identified that licensing staff discussed relocating residents from multiple licensed locations and established a relocation timeline.
    • Type A87211
    • Type A1569.682
    • Type B87224
    16 Jul 2021Inspection
    Investigated an accusation posting and required notices; observed a "For Sale" sign on the front lawn and a lockbox on the front door, with no one present when approached.

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