Senior Living Community

    16850 Bastanchury Rd, Yorba Linda, CA, 92886
    4.8 · 16 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    5.0

    Charming building, caring staff, enriching

    I live in a charming older building where the staff are genuinely caring, skilled, and go above and beyond for dignity and medical needs. My bright, immaculate one-bedroom/studio is roomy and well-kept, meals are delicious with dietary options, and daily imaginative activities, outings and a milkshake/popcorn snack area keep life enriching. Laundry, housekeeping, meals and transportation are handled reliably, and the warm, family-like atmosphere gives me real peace of mind at an affordable price - I highly recommend it.

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    4.75 · 16 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      4.6
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.8
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Attentive and caring staff
    • Communicative with families
    • Highly capable and compassionate medical/team members
    • Clean, well maintained, and immaculate facility
    • Safe, welcoming, and family-like atmosphere
    • Engaging and imaginative daily activities and outings
    • Festive holiday décor and positive vibe
    • Delicious meals with varied menu and dietary accommodations
    • On-site dining amenities (milkshake café, snack area, popcorn/ice cream)
    • Comprehensive services (laundry, apartment cleaning, meals, transportation)
    • Organized management and hardworking kitchen staff
    • Supportive administration and advocacy with insurance
    • Affordable pricing with studio and one-bedroom options
    • Nice apartments with patios and ample room
    • Constant housekeeping without strong chemical odors
    • Beautiful grounds and outdoor spaces
    • Peace of mind for families and residents
    • Personalized, dignified care and individual attention
    • Specific praise for Med Tech Marie and other named staff

    Cons

    • One serious reported incident alleging neglect, missing personal items, and asset stripping
    • Older building (though reviewers note it is well maintained)
    • Potential for isolated negative experiences despite overwhelmingly positive reports

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in these reviews is strongly positive, with the vast majority of comments highlighting compassionate, attentive staff and an active, well-run community. Multiple reviewers emphasize that staff go "above and beyond," creating a sense of safety, dignity, and family-like care for residents. The caregiving team, including specific praise for individual Med Tech staff (e.g., Marie), receives repeated commendation for being caring, respectful, and skilled. Reviewers frequently mention communication with families and advocacy on behalf of residents, which contributes to reported peace of mind for relatives.

    Care quality is described as top-notch by many reviewers: residents are described as valued and "spoiled/pampered," with individualized attention and support for medical needs. Reviewers cite a supportive clinical team, capable administration, and staff who assist with medical coordination and insurance advocacy. There is a recurring theme of dignity in care—staff are seen as tender, respectful, and protective of resident well-being. That said, there is one serious, outlying negative report alleging neglect and the disappearance of personal items; while it appears to be an isolated account among many positive testimonies, it is a substantive concern that warrants follow-up and verification by prospective families.

    The facility, while described as an older building in some reviews, is consistently reported as being clean, well organized, and well maintained. Housekeeping is noted as constant and not heavy-handed (several reviewers specifically appreciated that there was no strong Clorox smell). Residents and families praise bright, immaculate common areas and well-kept grounds. Living accommodations are described positively: one-bedroom and studio options are available, apartments are said to be roomy with patios, and basic household necessities are provided. Amenities add to quality of life—on-site features such as a milkshake café, snack area with popcorn/ice cream, puzzles, and outdoor patios are mentioned as enhancing resident enjoyment.

    Dining and culinary services receive strong praise: reviewers note delicious meals, varied menus, and accommodations for special diets. The cooking staff and dining room personnel are singled out as hardworking and caring, with some calling the culinary offerings imaginative and enjoyable. The availability of snacks and a café-style option for seniors contributes to a more home-like, social dining experience.

    Life enrichment and activities are prominent strengths. Multiple reviews highlight imaginative, engaging daily activities, organized outings, and festive décor for holidays that contribute to a positive social atmosphere. Reviewers describe the environment as lively and engaging, with activities that foster social connection and mental stimulation. This programming, combined with supportive staff, leads to comments that residents feel "valued," "seen," and part of an extended family.

    Management and operations are generally portrayed as responsive and organized. Families describe feeling welcome and supported by administration, who are credited with providing clear communication and helping navigate insurance or clinical concerns. The community’s affordability is noted as a favorable factor, particularly when combined with the breadth of services offered (meals, cleaning, laundry, transportation). Several reviewers recommend the community highly and use superlatives such as "best place ever" and "highly recommend."

    Notable patterns and concerns: the dominant pattern across summaries is overwhelmingly positive, focusing on compassionate staff, strong programming, clean facilities, and good dining. However, the presence of one strikingly negative review alleging poor care, loss of bodily status for days, and missing personal assets is a meaningful outlier. While most comments indicate that items are cared for and staff are trustworthy, that allegation should be treated seriously—prospective residents and families should inquire directly about incident reporting, security of personal possessions, staff vetting, and any historical complaints. Another minor theme is the building age; although reviewers uniformly note it is well maintained, those sensitive to newer construction or modern finishes might want to tour units in person.

    In summary, the collection of reviews paints a picture of a warm, well-operated senior living community with strong clinical and life-enrichment programming, excellent dining, and an attentive staff culture that fosters safety and family-like relationships. The facility’s cleanliness, organization, and on-site amenities repeatedly draw praise. Prospective residents and families should nonetheless probe the serious isolated negative allegation during their visit or conversation with management to ensure their specific needs and concerns around security and care standards are fully addressed.

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    About Senior Living Community

    Senior Living Community in Yorba Linda, CA, has been serving seniors since 1957 and holds a license for up to 76 residents, offering studio, one, and two-bedroom suites, some with patios and garden views, across a single-story layout, which makes it simpler to get around without stairs or elevators, and you'll see grassy areas, flowers, and even a community garden outside for anyone wanting to enjoy fresh air. There's a full-time receptionist and concierge available every day of the week, so residents and visitors can always get help or directions, and the visiting hours run from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with after-hours access through the wellness center when needed. Security comes from both staff and video surveillance, plus an emergency response system in case something goes wrong day or night. The grounds and buildings are kept up by the on-site maintenance crew who handle repairs and keep the gardens tidy, so the place stays in good working order.

    Each private apartment, whether it's a studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom, comes with a kitchenette, bathroom, patio, and is set up with basic cable and Wi-Fi, with all utilities included except the phone, which cuts down on monthly bills and makes living easier, and there's weekly housekeeping and laundry service to help keep things neat and fresh. Seniors can choose from independent living, assisted living, memory care-including a 17-bed memory neighborhood with private rooms and familiar staff for those with cognitive needs-and short-term or hospice care, depending on their needs or stage in life, with person-centered care focusing on individual interests, activities, and medical needs, whether that means help with medication, bathing, dressing, injections, toileting, or just having someone around for companionship and support.

    For dining, the community offers chef-prepared meals every day, plus a full breakfast bar, salad and soup bar, and snack options, taking into account dietary preferences such as heart-healthy, gluten-free, vegetarian, dairy-free, sugar-free, or diabetic menus, and meals are served in spacious dining rooms with the option to eat outside on the patio or use a private dining room for guests. There's an ice cream parlor open 24 hours a day, so residents can have a treat whenever they want, and transportation services with buses and one-on-one rides to medical appointments, errands, or scheduled outings, which makes it easier for people to get where they need to go without worrying about driving.

    The activity calendar fills up with physical fitness groups, arts and crafts in the ceramics room or craft center, piano areas, games like bingo or shuffle board, billiards, Wii, card games, sewing groups, woodworking, discussion groups, and spiritual gatherings in the chapel, along with outings to local places or shops, and the Life Enrichment Program focuses on providing plenty of social, recreational, educational, and spiritual activities for the mind, body, and spirit, keeping people active and connected. There's also a full-service salon and barber for hair and nails, a gym for exercise or physical therapy, a library, computer stations, a chapel, and even a small country store for daily needs, while guests visiting family can use guest rooms for a small charge.

    Trained staff-including caregivers, LVNs, Med-Techs, and specialty care partners for memory care-stay on site 24 hours a day to make sure residents get medical help, supervision, and personal support as needed, and the staff have earned awards for good care, activity choices, and kindness, building a reputation for friendliness that's often noticed by people who visit or move in. Pets are allowed, so folks who want to bring their dog or cat can usually do so, and a welcoming feeling runs through the community from the staff to the residents, with the goal of promoting a good quality of life through simple comforts, reliable services, and a sense of belonging, whether someone's seeking independent living with less upkeep, needs help with daily routines, or is looking for a safe and supportive environment to handle memory challenges.

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