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The El Dorado

714 West Arapaho Road, Richardson, TX 75080
8.9
Review Score
166 reviews

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Mary - Resident/client
5.0
The best experience ever

I was looking for a place to lite, when I came across the El Dorano independent living facility. I was greeted warmly, treated with great respect and had an overall awesome experience. I settled on this place because it felt like home. [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], and the rest ofstaff, are very helpful, kind overall awesome. The residents are from all walks of life, and they make you feel very welcome. When it comes down to it, this place is like home.... Read more

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About the facility The El Dorado

Spend your retirement years enjoying the peaceful and serene setting of Sodalis The El Dorado. This two-story, brick community is settled on a scenic campus, adorned with cherry blossoms and crepe myrtle. You can also choose from multiple studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment homes.

Sodalis The El Dorado aims to provide you with the services you need to live as stress-free as possible. Three, nutritious meals are served daily, and 24-hour emergency response services are provided, too. For those who’d benefit from additional assistance, custom-tailored health and personal care options are available for a small fee. Take a stroll around the scenic courtyard with your pup, or treat yourself to some pampering in the salon and barber shop.

Great Place to Work Institute has honored Sodalis The El Dorado with certification as a Great Place to Work® for their 2022-2023 awards. Live better, age more successfully, and stay independent longer!

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Senior Living Options Offered

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Amenities at The El Dorado

Health Care Services

Medication Management
Staffing & Ancillary Services

Meals & Dining

Gluten-free
Low / No Sodium
No Sugar
Vegan

Room Amenities

Wheelchair Accessible Showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
Kitchenette
Ground Floor Units
Private patio, deck, or balcony
Handicap Accessible

Facility Amenities

Dining

Café or Bistro
Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

Complimentary Transportation
Covered Parking
Property Convenient to Public Transit
Resident Parking Available

Pets

Weight limit 21-30lbs
Dogs Allowed
Cats Allowed

Common areas

Outdoor Common Areas
Indoor Common Areas
Main Street Shops
Indoor Atrium

Recreational areas

Arts and Crafts Center
Billiards Lounge
Fitness Center
Game Room

Services

Housekeeping
Beautician
Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Languages spoken

English
Spanish
Vietnamese

Activities

Devotional Activities On-Site
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Visiting Chaplain or Priest
Visiting Rabbi

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8.9

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Review Score

166 reviews

8.9

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4 star

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A Place for Mom has scored The El Dorado with 8.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The El Dorado has 166 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.3 out of 5.

How we score communities
Cleanliness

4.4

Friendliness

4.4

Meals & Dining

4.4

Care Services

4.3

Activities

4.3

Staff

4.6

Value for Cost

4.3

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5.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
July 24, 2017
Verified Review
Very Impressed on how nice it is.

My stepmother is having a bit of a hard time making the transition to The El Dorado, but she says that it is because of seeing so many other residents in wheel chairs and on walkers. She does like her apt in the Independent living section and she does still drive herself everywhere. The El Dorado does offer transportation to those residents who need it to doctor appointments, grocery shopping and other outside events. All the staff are really friendly, caring and they do encourage the residents to partisipate in all the great activities they offer. My stepmother does like to join in on the activies. They even send e-mails to the families inviting them to come and join in the fun too. They have all kinds of Special Events such as music, movies, and special guest speakers. The dining room is very nice and my stepmother eats all her meals in the dining room and the food is very well done and she enjoys the company of the other residents. I am kept well informed of my stepmother's progress by phone, e-mail and when I visit. I Would difinetly recommed The El Dorado to my friends and family.

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Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
July 20, 2017
Verified Review
Staff was wonderful

When we toured this community we really liked what we saw. The community was clean and well maintained. However, it appeared to be a little too much of an open floor plan. There were too many doors to hallways and to the outside which I felt may be a little overwhelming and confusing for my dad. The staff was helpful and very nice. I would recommend them.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Resident/client
Independent Living
June 26, 2017
Verified Review
So Far A Fine Experience

I'am doing pretty well since my move to this community. Everything is working out well. So far it has been a fine experience for me with my move to this community. I do feel comfortable in this community, and I would recommend it. It is a nice community.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
May 25, 2017
Verified Review
One big family!

The El Dorado is absolutely wonderful! The staff are very good with catering to my sister's needs and requests. If anything, they could do a little better at encouraging my sister to participate in activities. Other than this, the facility is wonderful. It's just like one big family!

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


5.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
May 18, 2017
Verified Review
It feels like home

The caregivers at this community are very nice and accommodating. My loved one is getting great care. This is a smaller community and everyone knows each other. They have a home health agency on site. My loved one is starting to participate in some of the daily activities. They love the food and the community is clean. The community is nicely landscaped and each of the rooms has a patio or balcony. I would recommend this community.

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Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


3.5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
April 18, 2017
Verified Review
Not my top choice!

The El Dorado is a sister company of The Bentley. When I toured the people seem to be just sitting around and they did not have any activities. I got a very negative feeling about the pet stations, I couldn't find them anywhere. The tour guide never had a straight answer for where the pet waste went. Their selling point was free toilet paper.

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Cleanliness

3.5

Friendliness

3.5

Care Services

3.5

Activities

3.5

Value for Cost

3.5


4.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
April 17, 2017
Mostly great.

Staff very accommodating - as they say - user friendly.

Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

5

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
March 30, 2017
Verified Review
Couldn't be Happier with This Community

We couldn't be happier with my grandmothers move to this community. She is doing very well, and everything is working out great. I'am very pleased with all they have done for my family. The staff I have met have been kind, and friendly. She has not had any problems with the staff. She says they come and clean her apartment once a week for her. This is a community I would one hundred percent recommend. It is working out very well for my family.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
November 23, 2016
Verified Review
They Go The Extra Mile

I heard from my patient that he loved this community and could not say enough good things so I moved my mom in. It is the next best thing than being in my home. My mom bonded with 4 other residents who are Catholic also and they have communion, service, and prayer. The first time I went with her, mom was crying because the service was beautiful. The community is looks and smells clean. My mom is also able to smoke in her patio which is nice. I recently got a call from the activities director asking what are my moms likes to get her involved. They have all kinds of stuff for the residents. I like that the staff are very nice and go out of their way to accommodate and keep an eye out with out paying extra. You can tell they like what they do,. However, my mom is getting use to new meals that are served to her. She get a 3 course meal with fine dining experience like soup or salads with bread before entree.

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Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
November 18, 2016
Verified Review
Variety Of Activities!!

The staff at The El Dorado have been wonderful. They put in 100 percent in everything they do. The food there is great, in good portions and nutritious. The room my parents are in is comfortable, nice kitchen and bathroom. The community offers a mixture of activities for when my parents are ready to participate. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a comfortable place.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
August 25, 2016
Verified Review
A wonderful place to call home.

We are very happy with the excellent care from this community. The staff is very helpful in everyway to make sure that her needs are taken care of. The activities are offered to her to help stay active. The meals are wonderful and a great variety to choose from. Anyone who is seeking excellent care would be happy here.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
July 5, 2016
Verified Review
My Tour

the community itself looks nice. I met with one of the managers and they showed me a room. I think the kitchen area is too small and has only a small fridge with small counter space. The meals are also served at specific times for about an hour. I just was not satisfied with the apartment size.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.5
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
June 28, 2016
Verified Review
Great place but needs a front desk

My mom really likes living @ The Eldorado, their staff is very friendly, its very clean, yard is very well-maintained. The only thing I would change is that they do not have a front desk so anyone can walk in & walk direct to a resident's door without anyone stopping them. Supposedly after 9pm the front door is locked HOWEVER of all the ILFs we looked it (or my mom has lived in which is one in another city) there was always a front desk which visitors were greeted and MOST importantly, where residents had a place to ask questions. The flip side is that the management office is open and attended much of the daytime hours that I've been there which is alot. the managers also are visible @ mealtimes which is nice. my mom really appreciates coffee being accessible 24-hours a day and she says it's good coffee. the facility is very bright and cheerful although I'd love to see them update the very traditional art & furnishings.

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Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

4.5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
June 2, 2016
Review of The El Dorado - Richardson, TX

Really liked this one. Very clean, all the residents were involved, chatting, quite a lively place. Food was very good, executive chef has been there a couple years. Management very friendly. I think we have found the place!

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Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


3.5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
May 31, 2016
Verified Review
Tour Was Nice, But The Community Had A Foul Smell

This is a nice community, but the only thing I did not like about it was the smell. As soon as I walked through the door I got the smell of dirty diapers. Other then the smell it was a nice tour. The staff was very nice and friendly. There are nice activities offered. If they fix the smell, I would recommend this community for a tour.

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Cleanliness

3.5

Friendliness

3.5

Care Services

3.5

Activities

3.5

Value for Cost

3.5


5.0
oklucich - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
April 17, 2016
Verified Review
Looking good so far....

I chose The El Dorado for my dad because of the staff and the residents. When I was searching, I noticed how loud and happy everyone seemed. Loud means people are talking to each other and involved. My father has only been at El Dorado for a couple days, but he settled in quickly and seems to be very happy. The staff are incredibly friendly and very involved with the residents. The food is quite good (I have personally eaten lunch there at least 4 times) The residents have been very welcoming and gone out of their way to include him in activities. I think he is going to be very happy. I can't say much for the care services because he doesn't need them right now, but I know there are people there for physical therapy and such.

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Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Anonymous - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
April 15, 2016
Verified Review
Mom Loves It

My mother absolutely loves this community and I am very pleased. This is a great community and everything looks great. The staff is wonderful and very kind. She is going all out trying all the activities and meeting new people. Her only issue has been with the food. She was getting lonely at home and I am happy she is with peers of her age that she can connect with. I would recommend this community.

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Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


5.0
Suzanne - Loved one of resident/client
Independent Living
March 5, 2016
Verified Review
Excellent happy place

Very attentive, caring and fun staff. Lots of activities including live music. The place is bright and has an open feeling.

Cleanliness

5

Friendliness

5

Care Services

5

Activities

5

Value for Cost

5


4.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
February 13, 2016
Review of The El Dorado - Richardson, TX

Residents were amazingly friendly which means they are happy. My Dad loved the food (they invited us for lunch). The staff was great and made my Dad feel very comfortable during the tour. Robust activities and social functions to keep them busy and entertained.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


4.0
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
September 15, 2015

Talked with Eddie. He was very helpful in describing the aminities and the different stages of living quarters. Also talked with some of the residents. They were very positive in their remarks. I felt that it was a very nice residence.

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Cleanliness

4

Friendliness

4

Care Services

4

Activities

4

Value for Cost

4


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The El Dorado offers Studio, 1 Bedroom and 2 Bedrooms. Learn more.

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