Pricing ranges from
    $5,652 – 7,347/month

    The Retreat at Harbor Cove

    2835 Patterson Rd, Grand Junction, CO, 81506
    2.0 · 12 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Unsafe, Neglected Facility; Poor Management

    I placed my dad here; some aides were loving, helped with ADLs, and he said he felt comfortable, but overall the place was unsafe and poorly run. Staff often slept or played on phones, PPE and training were lacking, medication was even mixed up, and communication with management was nonexistent. Rooms are tiny (8x10), dirty, smelling of urine, with shared bathrooms, bad food, and unresolved complaints - refunds denied. A resident died, incidents went unreported, and ownership seemed indifferent, so I had to relocate my dad. I do not recommend this facility.

    Pricing

    $5,652+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $6,782+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $7,347+/moStudioAssisted Living

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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

    • 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

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    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

    2.00 · 12 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      1.8
    • Staff

      2.6
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      1.0
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Flexible scheduling reported
    • Some management holds staff accountable
    • Hard-working management and administration noted
    • Several staff members described as caring and respectful
    • Direct help with activities of daily living (ADLs) reported
    • At least one resident stated they felt comfortable
    • Some reviewers called the company/good people/great company

    Cons

    • Very small rooms (reported as 8x10)
    • Lack of in-room facilities and no self-serve sinks
    • Shared bathrooms and 'boarding-house' feel
    • Strong odor of urine and persistent cleanliness concerns
    • Dirty rooms and poor sanitation
    • Alleged PPE noncompliance by staff
    • Reports of aides sleeping on shift and using cell phones while working
    • Allegations of neglect, not feeding clients, and missed personal care
    • Medication mix-ups reported
    • Poor meals and food quality
    • Untrained, lazy, or rude staff reported by multiple reviewers
    • Poor communication between staff and management
    • Unresolved complaints and perceived indifference from ownership
    • Safety concerns including unreported incidents and at least one resident death
    • Complaint about denied refunds (cat deposit)
    • Reports claiming facility shutdown or at-risk operation
    • Mixed or inconsistent quality of care across different staff/shifts

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is mixed-to-negative with a strong cluster of serious concerns. While a minority of reviewers praise certain staff and describe management or individuals as caring and accountable, the dominant themes are inadequate cleanliness, facility shortcomings, inconsistent caregiving, safety lapses, and poor communication or responsiveness from management/ownership. Several reviews include urgent allegations (PPE noncompliance, medication errors, aides sleeping on shift, neglect, and reports of unreported incidents and a resident death) that contribute to an impression of an unsafe environment for some residents.

    Care quality and direct resident experience: Reviews show a bifurcated picture. Some families report staff who treated residents with love and respect, who provided assistance with ADLs, and who made residents feel comfortable—comments that indicate pockets of competent, compassionate care. However, an equal or larger set of reports describe deficits in basic personal care and feeding, medication mix-ups, and staff who are perceived as rude or lazy. Specific allegations such as aides not feeding clients, sleeping on duty, or playing on cell phones are serious and recur across summaries, suggesting inconsistent supervision and variable staff performance between shifts or employees.

    Staffing, training, and behavior: Staffing issues are a central theme. Reviews alternately praise 'hard-working management' and criticize untrained, indifferent, or negligent aides. Management is described in some accounts as holding staff accountable and enforcing policies, while other accounts allege unresolved complaints and owner indifference. This contrast indicates inconsistent management follow-through or uneven implementation of standards. Reports of PPE noncompliance are particularly concerning for infection control. The presence of both positive and negative characterizations of staff suggests there may be specific employees or shifts that perform well while others do not, creating an unpredictable experience for residents and families.

    Facilities, cleanliness, and environment: Multiple reviewers describe very small rooms (noted as 8x10), lack of in-room amenities, shared bathrooms, and a boarding-house atmosphere. Recurrent complaints about urine odor, dirty rooms, and poor sanitation dominate the facility-related feedback. The environment described by many reviewers is not only uncomfortable but also potentially hazardous given the sanitation and PPE issues raised. The absence of self-serve sinks and limited facilities compounds concerns about hygiene and resident dignity.

    Dining and medication: Food quality is repeatedly criticized as poor, and there are explicit reports of medication mix-ups. Together these complaints show problems in two essential daily service areas that directly affect residents' health and wellbeing. Medication errors and inadequate nutrition are high-priority issues for any senior living community, and their presence in the reviews underscores operational weaknesses.

    Management, communication, and accountability: Reviewers provide mixed assessments of management. Some highlight accountability—employees being let go or policies upheld—and describe management as hardworking. Others report that complaints go unresolved, that ownership is indifferent, and that even basic issues like refunds (cat deposit) are denied. Poor communication between staff and management is a recurring complaint, and several reviewers explicitly state that their concerns were not properly addressed. These patterns suggest inconsistent escalation pathways and a lack of reliable follow-through on family concerns.

    Serious incidents and safety: Several reviews reference very serious issues: alleged unreported incidents affecting residents, PPE noncompliance, medication mix-ups, neglect, and at least one reported resident death. There is also a mention of a family member’s illness and death connected to dissatisfaction. While the reviews do not provide full investigative detail, the aggregation of these claims signals potential safety and regulatory risks that warrant prompt, thorough investigation by oversight bodies or by prospective families during evaluation.

    Overall assessment and notable patterns: The reviews present a facility with significant variability. Strengths appear localized—certain staff members and management actions are praised—but pervasive weaknesses in cleanliness, basic facility accommodations, staffing reliability, food, medication handling, and complaint resolution create a pattern of concern. The mixed feedback suggests that experiences depend heavily on specific staff on duty, management responsiveness to a given complaint, or the particular unit or room assigned. For prospective residents and families: verify licensure and inspection records, visit multiple times across different days/shifts, ask for documentation of staff training and staffing ratios, inspect room sizes and bathroom arrangements in person, review medication administration and infection-control protocols, and require clarity on complaint procedures and refund/contract policies. Given the severity of some allegations in the reviews, families should treat praise as conditional and seek concrete, verifiable evidence of consistent, facility-wide standards of care before committing.

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    About The Retreat at Harbor Cove

    Retreat At Harbor Cove stands as a welcoming senior living community designed to provide comfort, security, and a sense of belonging for its residents. At the heart of its mission is a commitment to enhancing the daily lives of seniors by offering personalized care within a serene and beautifully maintained environment. The Retreat At Harbor Cove fosters a warm atmosphere where independence is encouraged, yet support is always available, ensuring every resident can live life with dignity and joy.

    The grounds of Retreat At Harbor Cove feature thoughtfully landscaped gardens and inviting walking paths, allowing residents to enjoy the outdoors in safety and tranquility. The communal areas, such as the Harbor Lounge and the Cove Dining Room, are crafted to be both functional and inviting, serving as hubs for social activity, shared meals, and engaging events. Residents can savor freshly prepared meals together in these spaces, promoting both nutrition and social connection.

    Within Retreat At Harbor Cove, individual apartments and suites are designed to offer privacy while ensuring accessibility and comfort. Spacious layouts and large windows provide natural light, offering tranquil views of the gardens or courtyard. The professional team at Retreat At Harbor Cove understands the importance of personal attention, and the staff members—many of whom have dedicated years to the community—are integral in building relationships with residents.

    Activities at Retreat At Harbor Cove are tailored to a range of interests and abilities, from wellness programs and gentle fitness classes to hobby groups and creative arts sessions. The Harbor Room provides a setting for group activities, games, and celebrations, while the library offers a quiet retreat for literary pursuits or peaceful reflection.

    The approach at Retreat At Harbor Cove is highly person-centered, recognizing that each resident brings a unique history and set of preferences. Care plans are developed with attention to individual needs, and the staff maintains ongoing communication to adapt as those needs evolve. Family members are welcomed as valued partners, encouraged to participate in events and to share in the peaceful community atmosphere.

    In all aspects, Retreat At Harbor Cove is dedicated to creating a homelike experience where seniors can continue to grow, connect, and thrive. The combination of well-designed spaces, caring staff, and a vibrant calendar of activities ensures that every resident feels at home and supported every day.

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