ONEgeneration

    17400 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA, 91406
    5.0 · 6 reviews
      AnonymousLoved one of resident
      5.0

      Caring dementia program improves mood

      I have real peace of mind since my loved one started attending - the caring, conscientious staff (low turnover; they truly know each client) run a clean, dementia-friendly day program with lots of activities, intergenerational visits, live music and weekly outings that provide social time and mental stimulation. He looks forward to going, loneliness is eased, his mood and cognition have improved, and the flexible scheduling gives me much-needed caregiver respite.

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      5.00 · 6 reviews

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      • Care

        5.0
      • Staff

        5.0
      • Meals

        5.0
      • Amenities

        5.0
      • Value

        5.0

      Pros

      • Caring, conscientious direct care staff
      • Low staff turnover and staff familiarity with clients
      • Clean facilities
      • Engaging intergenerational interaction with children
      • Regular outings (about once or twice a week)
      • Program geared toward Alzheimer's and dementia
      • Adult day care program with caregiver respite
      • Flexible scheduling
      • Wide variety of activities (including live guest singers)
      • Improved mood and cognitive stimulation for attendees
      • Attendees look forward to going (positive client engagement)
      • Peace of mind for family caregivers

      Summary review

      Overall sentiment across the provided reviews for ONEgeneration is strongly positive. Reviewers repeatedly emphasize the quality of direct care and the compassion of the staff. Descriptions such as "incredibly caring and conscientious" and "marvelous staff" appear multiple times, and reviewers note that staff know clients well, which is reinforced by mention of low turnover. The consistency of staffing and staff familiarity with clients contributes to family members feeling reassured and experiencing "peace of mind." Several reviewers explicitly state that their relative looks forward to attending, which indicates both emotional comfort and successful client engagement.

      Care quality and programming emerge as standout strengths. The day program is described as "impressive" and specifically geared toward Alzheimer's and dementia, suggesting targeted programming and staff experience with cognitive impairment. Multiple reviewers note cognitive and mood improvements in attendees, as well as mental stimulation and social time. The program is also repeatedly praised for providing meaningful caregiver respite; reviewers report more free time and relief for caregivers, which is a core objective of adult day services.

      Activities and social engagement are prominent themes. Reviewers note frequent, varied programming including live guest singers, intergenerational visits with children, social time, and outings once or twice a week. The intergenerational interaction is highlighted as an engaging element that alleviates loneliness and lifts spirits. These activities are tied directly to reported improvements in mood and reduced isolation for participants, reinforcing the program’s emphasis on social and emotional well-being in addition to cognitive support.

      Facilities and operational aspects receive favorable mentions. The facility is described as clean and professional, and scheduling is described as flexible—an important practical benefit for families managing caregiving responsibilities. Several comments about staff professionalism and conscientiousness, combined with low turnover, point to stable operations and a work environment that retains experienced caregivers, which typically benefits continuity of care.

      Notable outcomes and family impacts are consistently positive. Reviewers report measurable benefits such as improved mood, cognitive improvement, and happiness for spouses/participants. The program’s ability to both stimulate participants and provide respite for caregivers comes through strongly as a core value proposition. The repeated observation that an elderly father or husband "looks forward" to attending is a meaningful qualitative indicator of program success from the family perspective.

      Patterns and limitations in the review set: the reviews are uniformly favorable and focus on staff, programming, activities, cleanliness, and caregiver relief. There are no specific complaints or negative observations in these summaries. However, the summaries do not address several practical areas that prospective families often consider—cost/fees, meals/dining quality, medical/nursing services beyond dementia programming, transportation logistics, accessibility/parking, or specific staff credentials and staff-to-client ratios. The absence of commentary on these topics is not a criticism of the program, but it is a gap in the available information and could be relevant for families making a choice.

      In conclusion, the aggregated reviews portray ONEgeneration as a well-run adult day program with compassionate, stable staff, clean facilities, engaging and varied activities (notably intergenerational programming), and a clear focus on Alzheimer’s/dementia care and caregiver respite. Families report improved mood and cognitive stimulation for participants and experience peace of mind. Prospective families should be encouraged by these strengths while also seeking additional details about costs, meals, medical supports, and logistics that were not covered in the provided summaries.

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      About ONEgeneration

      ONEgeneration, a nonprofit that started in 1978, has two main locations, one at 17400 Victory Boulevard in Van Nuys and another at 18255 Victory Boulevard in Reseda, and both places offer a mix of adult daycare, child care, and intergenerational programs where older adults and young children spend time together, so you'll often see seniors and kids sharing stories or working on art and dancing or even just playing together, and there's also kinship support for grandparents raising kids. The staff have experience caring for people who have Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, post-stroke disabilities, and different forms of memory problems, and the adult daycare and health center runs activities like arts and crafts, exercise groups, pet therapy, live music, and meals, while meals are nutritious and served hot, with both group dining and a home delivery service for seniors who can't leave home, serving more than 66,000 meals every year at their centers and delivering over 78,000 to homebound seniors.

      The Senior Enrichment Center in Reseda, open on weekdays from 9 to 5, offers classes, support groups, and places to visit with friends, and the dining centers work across several communities like Canoga Park, Woodland Hills, North Hills, and the City of San Fernando. There's a certified-organic Encino Farmers Market every Sunday from 8am to 1pm, and it's become a regular spot for locals for over 15 years, and the money made from the market helps run ONEgeneration's other programs. They offer transportation to medical appointments, groceries, and vital services, so folks who struggle to get out can still look after themselves, and care managers help with bathing, grocery shopping, and housekeeping for more than 1,500 seniors. The program also has mentoring and skills-building for at-risk youth, support for pregnant and parenting teens, and education about pregnancy prevention.

      The childcare and preschool services are accredited by the NAEYC, starting with infants as young as six weeks and running programs up to age 6, covering subjects like science, language arts, cooking, and creative movement, and they make a point of bringing kids and seniors together. The adult day services are accredited by the Center for Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, and the staff keep a close eye on health conditions and medications. Indoor parking is available for visitors, and the campus sits near Lake Balboa and Anthony C. Beilenson Park, giving it some outdoor space for relaxing or walking. Programs aim to help people live independently, so they focus on health, social activities, caregiver support, and even resources for housing and hunger, and their services support a diverse community, including Korean- and Spanish-speaking seniors at the Reseda location. The group runs with support from over 300 volunteers, and many programs help people facing homelessness or looking for affordable housing. ONEgeneration uses basic technology connections for things like Meta and Facebook features, and information is available in many languages to match the community's needs. The whole organization believes in connecting younger and older generations in a safe, active setting that supports families and helps people stay strong in mind and body.

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