Pricing ranges from
    $4,448 – 5,337/month

    Columns Care Home

    17332 Laurie Lane, Tustin, CA, 92780
    4.3 · 3 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Friendly staff, safe care, improvements

    I visit often. The staff are friendly, kind and patient, residents seem happy, and my mom appears safe with good hygiene and medical care. The interior is bright and welcoming, the neighborhood is nice, and family get-togethers and holiday events are enjoyable. My concerns are cobwebs near ceilings, dated bedroom furniture, kitchen countertop clutter and limited meal variety (a lot of pizza). Overall I'm reassured by the care but upkeep and dining could improve.

    Pricing

    $4,448+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $5,337+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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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
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.33 · 3 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      2.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      4.3

    Pros

    • Safe and well-cared-for residents
    • Good hygiene and medical care
    • Clean, bright, cheerful atmosphere (reported by some)
    • Residents appeared happy
    • Kind and patient caretakers
    • Friendly staff
    • Enjoyable holiday events
    • Nice family get-togethers
    • Very nice interior ambiance
    • Located in a nice neighborhood

    Cons

    • Cleanliness issues reported
    • Cobwebs near ceilings
    • Dated bedroom furniture
    • Cluttered kitchen countertops
    • Limited meal variety (frequent pizza)
    • No vacancies / limited availability

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is more positive than negative, with the strongest themes emphasizing good hands-on care, attentive staff, and a pleasant social atmosphere. Multiple reviews explicitly state that residents are safe and well cared for, with good hygiene and medical attention. Staff behavior is a recurring strength: caretakers are described as kind and patient, and the broader staff is characterized as friendly. Several visitors noted a clean, bright, and cheerful atmosphere and observed that residents seemed happy and well cared for, which supports an overall impression of competent daily care and positive resident well-being.

    Facility and physical-environment comments are mixed. On the positive side, reviewers mentioned a very nice interior ambiance and a pleasant neighborhood setting, which contributes to a comfortable feel for visitors and families. However, there are notable concerns about maintenance and décor: some reviewers reported specific cleanliness problems (for example, cobwebs near ceilings) and described dated bedroom furniture. Kitchen countertops were also described as cluttered in at least one report. Taken together, these observations suggest that while public spaces and overall ambiance may be appealing, attention to detail in housekeeping and some aspects of room furnishings may be inconsistent.

    Dining and activities emerged as a distinct theme. Positive social programming is reflected in comments about enjoyable holiday events and nice family get-togethers, indicating that the home supports communal activities and celebrations that families appreciate. At the same time, the dining experience raised a concern: at least one review cited limited meal variety, mentioning pizza specifically as a frequent option. This suggests that while events and social life are strengths, culinary variety or menu rotation may be an area where some residents or visitors see room for improvement.

    Management and operational patterns appear indirectly in the reviews. The facility was reported as having "no vacancies," which signals strong demand or full occupancy; this can be read positively as a sign of the home's reputation but also practically means limited immediate availability for new residents. The combination of kind, patient caregivers and a generally cheerful atmosphere indicates effective day-to-day staffing and resident interaction. The contrasting notes about cleanliness and decor point to possible variability in housekeeping standards or maintenance scheduling rather than a pervasive failure of care.

    In summary, the most prominent strengths across reviews are the quality of direct resident care, attentive and patient staff, a friendly environment, and active social programming. The main concerns are relatively specific and actionable: intermittent cleanliness/housekeeping issues (including cobwebs), some dated bedroom furniture, occasional clutter in kitchen areas, and limited meal variety. These patterns suggest a facility that succeeds strongly in caregiving and community life but could improve in facility maintenance, housekeeping consistency, and culinary offerings. Prospective families should weigh the strong reports of personal care and staff attitude against the specific, repeatable concerns about maintenance and dining variety when evaluating the home.

    Location

    Map showing location of Columns Care Home

    About Columns Care Home

    Columns Care Home is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood of Tustin, California, offering a warm, intimate setting for seniors who value personalized assisted living. With accommodations for just six residents, this licensed board and care facility cultivates a close-knit, homelike environment where each individual receives attention tailored to their unique needs. The small size allows for a very low staff-to-resident ratio of 1 to 5, ensuring that every resident benefits from individualized support and a real sense of community.

    The care home delivers a full spectrum of services, including assisted living, memory care, and respite care, making it suitable for a wide range of needs and preferences among seniors. Comfortable, fully furnished rooms—both private and shared—come with private bathrooms, allowing residents to enjoy privacy and independence. Common areas such as a welcoming dining room, a garden and patio with fruit trees, and inviting indoor spaces for socializing foster interactions and a sense of belonging among residents. The facility is thoughtfully designed with safety features like wheelchair-accessible showers and emergency call systems, giving residents and their families peace of mind.

    Nutrition and well-being are prioritized at Columns Care Home. Meals are prepared on-site, mindful of special dietary needs; options include diabetic, low-sodium, kosher, and vegetarian fare. Each meal is complemented with cranberry juice, supporting residents’ health. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided daily, maintaining a clean and comfortable atmosphere throughout the home. Residents’ activities are varied and engaging, aiming to promote both mental and physical wellness—arts and crafts, music sessions, board games, and fitness programs such as yoga and Tai Chi are all part of daily life. Amenities also include a beauty salon, a library, a fitness center, and transportation for medical appointments and outings, all enriching residents' quality of life.

    Personalized care is central to the Columns Care Home philosophy. The staff, including familiar names like Charlie, Jovie, Maria, and Isa, is known for their dedication, patience, and gentle approach to caregiving. Assistance is provided for all activities of daily living, alongside medication management and incontinence care, with coordination between the care home and healthcare professionals to ensure residents’ ongoing health needs are met. Family members are welcome to visit, and the staff goes out of its way to make residents' favorite foods and celebrate special occasions, whether birthdays, religious, or cultural days. Residents are encouraged to personalize their living spaces to create a sense of familiarity and security, reinforcing the comforting, family-like atmosphere. The surrounding area enhances the home’s appeal, as residents enjoy proximity to local parks, restaurants, and shopping centers, such as Tustin Centennial Park and The District at Tustin Legacy, providing further opportunities for recreation and social engagement.

    At Columns Care Home, the emphasis is on creating a nurturing, supportive environment where seniors can thrive, maintain their dignity, and experience the joys of community and compassionate care. The attention to detail, thoughtful amenities, diverse activities, and deep commitment of the staff make Columns Care Home a standout choice for seniors seeking a comfortable, enriching, and personalized living experience.

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