A Golden Era Home Care

    1136 Vermont Way South, San Bruno, CA, 94066
    3.7 · 3 reviews
      AnonymousLoved one of resident
      3.0

      Clean, modern facility with concerns

      I toured a clean, modern, roomy facility with an informative caregiver but I had security concerns. The common room had only a TV and no furniture, rooms could use fresh paint and the private bath needed cleaning, and there were no residents so I'm unsure if someone would be active here - otherwise it's nice.

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      Amenities

      3.67 · 3 reviews

      Overall rating

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      5. 1
      • Care

        3.0
      • Staff

        4.0
      • Meals

        3.7
      • Amenities

        3.0
      • Value

        3.7

      Pros

      • Roomy facility
      • Clean environment
      • Modern appearance
      • Informative caregiver
      • Overall nice appearance

      Cons

      • No living room furniture (only a TV)
      • Rooms need fresh paint
      • Private bath requires cleaning
      • Uncertain level of resident activity/programming
      • No residents currently
      • Security concerns noted

      Summary review

      Overall sentiment from the collected review summaries is cautiously positive about the physical qualities of A Golden Era Home Care but highlights several operational and safety concerns. Multiple reviewers describe the facility as roomy, modern, and generally clean, and one reviewer specifically called a caregiver informative. At the same time, a number of maintenance, communal-space, activity, and security issues are repeatedly mentioned.

      Facilities and maintenance: Reviewers repeatedly describe the building as roomy and modern, which suggests attractive layout and up-to-date finishes in at least some areas. Cleanliness is reported positively overall, but there are tangible maintenance and housekeeping gaps: rooms could use fresh paint and a private bathroom was singled out as needing cleaning. The living room is notably underfurnished — reviewers mention only a TV in the living room and no other furniture — which reduces the appeal and usability of shared spaces. Additionally, the facility currently has no residents, a fact that affects impressions of liveliness and may relate to how communal areas are set up and used.

      Care quality and staff: Comments about staff are limited but positive where present; an “informative caregiver” was specifically called out, indicating at least some attentive or communicative personnel. Beyond that single positive note, there is little direct information in the reviews about day-to-day caregiving quality, staffing levels, training, or responsiveness. Prospective families should seek more detailed, current information about staff-to-resident ratios, caregiver qualifications, and examples of hands-on care.

      Activities and social engagement: Reviewers expressed uncertainty about whether a future resident would be active in this setting. The lack of living room furniture and the remark that there are currently no residents suggest communal programming and opportunities for social engagement may be limited or not yet fully established. There is no detail about structured activities, outings, or engagement programs in the provided summaries. If social opportunities and activity programming are important, this is an area that requires direct inquiry with management.

      Safety and management concerns: Security concerns were specifically noted by reviewers. The summaries do not provide detail on the nature of those concerns, but because security is a fundamental aspect of senior care, this mention is significant and should prompt follow-up questions about door controls, visitor policies, emergency procedures, and surveillance or staff monitoring practices. Management also appears to have room for improvement on consistent housekeeping and cosmetic upkeep (painting and bathroom cleaning), which can reflect on operational priorities.

      Gaps and recommendations for prospective families: The reviews provide useful but incomplete information. Important gaps include dining quality and menus, specific activity schedules, detailed staff information (training, turnover, ratios), and the reason for zero current residents. Prospective residents or their families should ask management about: current occupancy and plans if the facility is new or between tenants; security protocols and any recent incidents; housekeeping schedules and standards for private bathrooms and common areas; plans to furnish and equip communal living spaces; the scope and frequency of activities and social programming; and concrete examples of caregiver training and communication practices.

      In summary, A Golden Era Home Care presents several appealing physical attributes — roominess, modern look, and general cleanliness — and at least one example of an informative caregiver. However, consistent maintenance (fresh paint, bathroom cleanliness), lack of communal furniture, possible low or no occupancy, uncertain activity programming, and flagged security concerns are notable negatives. These patterns suggest the facility may be well suited physically but needs clarification and reassurance on operational, safety, and social engagement fronts before a confident placement decision can be made.

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      About A Golden Era Home Care

      A Golden Era Home Care in San Bruno sits at 1136 Vermont Way and serves older adults who want care in a comfortable home setting, where you find both semi-private and private rooms set up for up to six seniors at a time, with everything furnished, and staff provide daily personal care, help with medications, nutritious meals, and social activities, so residents don't have to worry about chores or maintenance. The home's staff handles assisted living, memory care for those with dementia-including 24-hour supervision-skilled nursing for those who need more complex medical help, and independent living for seniors who want support but like their own routine, which means you see a little bit of everything here, from home care visits to in-house care for people who need extra help. The place sits in a quiet neighborhood and offers both indoor and outdoor common spaces where folks gather for meals, activities, or just to chat, and you'll notice there are transportation services for an extra cost along with resident parking, wheelchair-accessible showers, and private baths, making it easier for everyone to get around. The home serves kosher and vegetarian meals if needed and adds activities that help people stay connected, with things like Christian services and group programs for mental, physical, and emotional well-being, so nobody feels left out. Caregivers help folks with everything from companionship to more hands-on support, like diabetic care, incontinence care, high-acuity needs, and services for people who use assistive devices; you'll even find round-the-clock support for those who need it while living in an environment that puts safety and kindness first, since the staff goes through regular training.

      A Golden Era Home Care works with local experts and advisors who guide families through picking the right care, reviewing budgets, and talking through options, and these services don't cost families anything, with business hours running most of the day on weekdays and shorter times on the weekend, so it's pretty flexible for family visits or questions. The agency also points people to important community health resources, including support for caregivers, mental health, and elder protection, and has connections to state and federal programs that can help with costs, as well as local HRSA-supported health centers. With a focus on keeping seniors active and cared for, whether needing short-term stays, memory care, or more advanced medical help, this home aims to create a calm, welcoming space for seniors and their loved ones. Their reviews average 4.6 out of 5 stars from thousands of families online, and the home's won awards for meals and dining, activities, and its friendly approach, all while keeping services straightforward and focused on each person's needs.

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