Serenity Guest Home II

Serenity Guest Home II sits at 2900 Anchovy Ave in San Pedro, California, offering assisted living in a small, quiet setting with room for 6 residents in studio, one-bedroom, or shared units, so folks don't have to feel lost in a crowd. The place is licensed for elderly care by California's Department of Social Services (certification number 198204506) and doesn't take Medicare payments since it isn't certified by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Residents get help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and medication, and the staff are experienced in caring for folks with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, while an on-site registered nurse helps keep up with health concerns, including diabetic management, incontinence care, health screenings, and case management, so folks are looked after as needs change. The property is built with safety in mind-apartments have things like grab bars and wheelchair-accessible showers, while emergency pendants and a 24/7 security system add another layer of watchfulness for folks who need it, and fall prevention classes and ongoing health checks help people live as safely as possible. Folks get regular meals planned by a dietitian, homemade three times a day, with options for vegetarian, kosher, and special diets if required for things like high blood pressure or diabetes, and snacks are always around if someone needs a bite between meals, and spoon feeding is available if someone needs the extra support. The care extends to physical support too, with specialized caregivers able to assist with showering, two-person transfers, and even help with getting insulin shots if required, and there's physical therapy on-site, along with massage and wellness programs. There's a bit of comfort about the place, with things like a games room, big TVs, a communal kitchen, a crafts studio, book room, and both indoor and outdoor areas for gathering-with a private dining room for special visits, a garden and courtyard for a bit of nature, plus a Jacuzzi and sauna for relaxation, and daily activities, computer classes, and planned outings for keeping busy and staying social. Transportation is available for errands, doctor's visits, and spiritual activities, and the building's got on-site parking for those who need it, and all utilities are included in the price, which averages about $5,200. Folks can bring pets-cats and dogs are both welcome-which makes things feel more like home, and the staff, always awake on site, form close bonds with residents, so a family-like atmosphere takes shape. Housekeeping and linen services keep the place tidy, personal needs services are on hand, and pharmacy service helps with medication, while amenities like concierge help with other needs. The residence is known as an assisted living facility, so it focuses on those who can't live fully on their own but don't need round-the-clock skilled nursing, and short-term respite stays are also an option if families need a break or temporary support. The setting aims to provide dignity, respect, and a touch of personal care, in a homey environment where life stays as independent as possible, and with a 3.5-star rating, most folks seem to view it as a very good option for those needing this kind of care in San Pedro.