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My Aunt loves her apartment and has really embraced living there. The staff are caring and accommodating. The atmosphere is beautiful and for the most part, the food is pretty good. The new chef is doing a good job and cares how the residents feel about her food. This is a nice touch. My only ‘complaint’ would be that we should have been given a deadline to receive VA funding before being responsible on our own. The VA process is long and is out of our control. Other than that, it is a very lovely place and they really have tried to be accommodating, for which we are grateful.... Read more
Staff at Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living Community go out of their way to make sure this senior living community feels like more than just walls and windows. Residents enjoy home-cooked meals, game nights with neighbors, or quiet evenings with family and friends. At Wilshire Estates, the management team lives on-site and is available 24 hours a day.
Residents here enjoy the convenience of scheduled bus transportation to appointments, shopping trips, and other errands. The staff also regularly plans special excursions to cultural events, day trips, museums, and other places of interest. If you'd rather stay home, the choice is yours. It's easy to be as private or as social as you wish. Wilshire Estates features beautiful common areas. There are always a variety of planned activities and a chance to socialize with friends and neighbors every day.
Seniors ready for independent living in a senior community will find plenty of options at Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community. Choose from studios, one-bedroom apartments, or two-bedroom apartments. All apartments have open floor plans, patios, and an emergency pull cord that connects you to staff in case of an emergency.
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Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
*Prices quoted are monthly rental charges and are provided by the communities themselves. Actual prices may differ due to one-time fees, timing and care services required. Speak with your Senior Living Advisor to learn more.
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A Place for Mom has scored Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community with 9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community has 22 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.6 out of 5.
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I don't really know much about the community, but everyone seems nice there and my father has made some friends.
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My Aunt loves her apartment and has really embraced living there. The staff are caring and accommodating. The atmosphere is beautiful and for the most part, the food is pretty good. The new chef is doing a good job and cares how the residents feel about her food. This is a nice touch. My only ‘complaint’ would be that we should have been given a deadline to receive VA funding before being responsible on our own. The VA process is long and is out of our control. Other than that, it is a very lovely place and they really have tried to be accommodating, for which we are grateful.
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With the exception of quality of care, all of these are a five. We did not use that service. Wilshire was exceptional in so many ways. Especially friendliness of staff, cleanliness, and value for cost. If we are blessed and my mother recovers fully, we are hoping she can return here.
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While our stay was short it was a wonderful experience, the staff was AMAZING, service was awesome, food was hit or miss, however the alternatives were sometimes more appealing than the primary meal. New chef so bumpy roads understood. Cleaning of main restrooms probably needs to be scheduled more frequently, but never underutilized.
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My grandmother came from the [community name removed] I used to love eating with her. I read some of the complaints and the tenets aren't happy. Please look for another chef or hire another one to help this one. They could lesson the days of cleaning staff to wash 3 in the afternoon is to late as I wash my grandmother clothes. The food is not good at all its worst than hospital food. Please get another chef, I actually know a chef. The seniors deserve much better than that
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I would recommend to others. Overall very good, clean space, lots of activities, food is included which is great but the meals are not very good. We picked this community because of the move in promotional price, all meals included, friendly staff, transportation included, weekly housekeeping.
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The team at Wilshire Estates has been amazing, helping to make the decision easier and making Mom feel welcome.
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Response from Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community
March 24, 2023Hi Janine, thank you so much for your positive comments about Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living! We love having your mom with us!
New facility with nice layout, plenty of activities, 3 meals a day, food seems good, affordable with living/room options to choose from.
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What sticks out most to me about Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community is definitely how clean and presentable it is there - the atmosphere is bright, friendly, etc.
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I'm satisfied with what they're offering and don't have any complaints.
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We toured with Wilshire Estates and it is a brand new, BEAUTIFUL facility. The staff showing us around were extremely kind and did a great job. They invited us to lunch as well. We were very impressed with what we saw, it is a lovely place but unfortunately was too expensive for what my friend was able to afford.
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Like the place although new management team in a month since my parents have been there.... kind of young and food quality has declined.
everything was a pleasant surprise, and better than I expected. everything was and still is very good. the staff are completely cooperative and understanding. everything was just pleasant. I'm a family member appreciating what's happening to my family member and his experience at Wilshire. each time I come to visit I'm so pleased with where he's at, and the friendly neighbors and staff. he always comments on how friendly the people are in the dining room. he often refers to the dining area as "the restaurant". they are always so polite and kind to him, he is lucky to be there. and because of that, I am pleased with them and pleased that my uncle is having such a good experience. I expect to be there with him someday!
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Response from Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community
May 8, 2022Thank you so much for sharing this review with us, Bob. We hope you have a great day!
I moved my 85-year old sister to Wilshire Estates 2 months ago and she is thriving- playing the baby grand piano and singing, eating meals with other residents, participating in activities, and enjoying watching a movie any day that she wants! She has proven that she didn't need an assisted living facility. She feels at home now at Wilshire Estates.
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Response from Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community
January 3, 2022Hi Judith! We are so pleased to hear that your sister is enjoying the lifestyle and activities provided at Wilshire Estates. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and sharing your experience.
The property is nice, open floor plan with various options for residents to get out and be social. Most apartments have balconies or patios. The only thing missing is a full kitchen os that my parents have the option to cook their own meals from time to time. The staff was friendly and warm.
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My parents moved into the Wilshire Estates on [date removed]. This place has taken real good care of my parents. They provide 3 meals a day; take them to doctors appointments and shopping when needed. The staff is professional and caring. They definitely provided my parents with an awesome community. They offer numerous activities and celebrate all occasions. I would recommend this place to anyone who has a love one and want to make sure they are comfortable and being taken care of.
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The place is beautiful, pristine and [name removed] could not have been more welcoming and helpful. Thank you for taking the time.
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I had a very positive chat with [name removed] last week [date removed]. She is sending me further info. Location is good, new building is a plus. Only a kitchenette in apt is a negative. I would like a stove in case I wanted to do a little cooking. Three meals a day instead. I want to tour and see if a two bedroom makes sense for me here.
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The building is brand new!!! The staff and residents are all so friendly. Wilshire Estates location is also very convenient. They are only ten minutes away from a metro station. The layout of all the rooms are wonderfully done. At Wilshire Estates they truly understand what it means to retire graciously.
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