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I score all points a 5. We toured and compared 5 other places before choosing Lakeview and we are still pleased with Lakeview after 1 year. It is a much smaller community but with higher ratio of caregivers than other places. It is an older facility but extremely well updated and clean. They just put in all new vinyl plank flooring so no carpet in public areas. We really love that there is a beautiful totally enclosed outdoor patio area that residents can go outside any time they want during the day and don't have to be accompanied. The building is in a beautiful wooded setting on a small lake. Not at all like a traditional 'facility' setting. The nurses are all very competent and know and are attentive each patient's needs. I review my mom's meds periodically with the nurses and am confident everything is being administered correctly and on time. Mom's doctors are all pleased with her care there. The nurse aids are all so attentive and patient and personable. Every concern we have ever had has always been taken care of. The whole staff is friendly and caring and respectful to all patients and ensure to preserve their dignity. They are so well trained on how to deal with difficult situations that always arise with dementia patients. Everyone is treated with respect and true loving care. I've never heard a raised voice or cross word from any caregiver and I or another family member are there quite often. There are hourly engaging activities offered every day - residents are free to choose what they want to do or not do. The activity director is an exceptional energetic person who always brings smiles and joy to work every day. She's creative about planning engaging simple cooking classes, arts and crafts, music programs, and games as well as Bible studies and outdoor activities like ice cream socials. The food is good with usually a well balanced meal plus dessert - Mom has gained weight since moving in. She would prefer more soup options because she doesn't like hamburgers or hotdogs which I'm sure they would do for her but she can't remember to ask for those. The resident's rooms are always kept clean and tidy plus laundry. We were able to put up family pictures in Moms room to help assure her that she was in the right place and of being in a familiar room with her own possessions. Dementia is such difficult journey in life that never improves but I feel Lakeview Estates community is THE best place we could have chosen for the quality and quantity of care for Mom.... Read more
Situated on a peaceful, tree-lined street in Birmingham, the Lakeview Estates community fosters a home-like environment that encourages socialization, comfort, and relaxation. Their innovative Alzheimer’s and dementia care is deeply rooted in a person-centered approach, providing residents with a fun yet structured routine of activities, dining, and exercise. Even in the most advanced stages of dementia, there’s peace of mind in knowing you’re receiving the best in memory care from a truly passionate team at Lakeview Estates.
This team understands the complexity of memory care at every stage. In addition to housekeeping, laundry, and beautician services, they also provide medical services such as medication management and specialized care for those with diabetes and incontinence needs. Plus, as a memory care facility, the entire community is secured and designed specifically to accommodate those with memory loss.
Thoughtfully designed based on the needs and interests of residents, meals can be accommodated to suit certain dietary preferences like vegetarian, sugar-free, and gluten-free. Dine with newfound friends in the charming restaurant-style dining area where a talented chef provides residents with colorful, healthy meals, along with delicious treats and snacks.
Extroverts and introverts alike are given whatever support they need to feel...
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A Place for Mom has scored Lakeview Estates with 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Lakeview Estates has 25 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.2 out of 5.
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A very friendly staff. My mom was a bit younger than the population and longed for outings and younger companions. But 10 years from now I would take her back. 62 moderate dementia.
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Lakeview Estates has become my aunt's new home as a result of a combination of superlatives. It's newly renovated interior notwithstanding the excellence their highly vetted & trained staff presented our family and small patient to caretaker ratio were most appealing. Arrange a tour with Diana and you will be similarly intrigued.
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They lost me when I walked through the door to a terrible smell in the entire building. Too many coded and locked doors. More like memory care than assisted living.
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Response from Lakeview Estates
May 28, 2014Thank you for your comments. Our housekeeping department and our entire team are always alert to any odors in our community. We made additional rounds as soon as we reviewed your comments and were pleased that the community smelled clean and fresh. We are Memory Care Assisted Living. We do have locked and coded doors for the safety of our residents and for the peace of mind for their families. One of the benefits of this secure environment is that our residents can walk and explore their home. Our courtyard is also secure so that residents can enjoy the outdoors. We would be delighted to have you as our guest again so that you can tell us your impressions and we can explain how being a secure Memory Care community helps our residents to maximize their feelings of independence and to feel at home.
This facility seems to be nice and the staff friendly. It is located in a nice area of town. It is set off the road with a pond in front of it. Everyone was very helpful. The residents looked well cared for.
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Director was late for the appt. Liked the facility. Room coming available. Put down $850 deposit to hold the room until we can discuss with mother.
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