Sonida Senior Living

I moved my mom and her partner into Waterford on very short notice. I viewed 5 facilities and chose this facility. Thank goodness. Her partner unexpected passed 22 days after moving in. How do i find the words to express how wonderful, caring, nurturing, professional, etc. everybody at this facility was and still is. Way above and beyond with everything. My mother is so happy here. She tells everybody that will listen how happy she is living in this facility. She was so sad leaving her home but honestly it was the perfect timing and perfect place. She has adjusted quicker and better than I could have imagined. I highly recommend this facility.

Our family had an urgent situation. I looked at six places. Two knew I was there, four did not. I am a retired nurse, and worked in a similar facility. As for Georgetown: no odors when I walked in the door. Great staff interaction with residents. Smiles abounded. The dining room experience was wonderful. Love the restaurant style. Our brother-in-law has PTSD. The open spaces are amazing! No narrow halls and rooms are spacious. This is the best place for him!

My mom moved in about a month ago. The entire staff have been friendly and helpful throughout. The room has been recently updated. We were delighted at the number and variety of activities offered. The views out the eastern side of the building are the best.

Happy to know our dad has a safe place to be. Gets the help he needs enjoys the staff and residence. Always activities to keep him busy.

Non complaint.

What we like the most about Independence Village is that everyone seems to know each other from the director on down. I know there are many "eyes" on my mom and that is comforting. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families.

Overall a very nice facility. Staff are very nice. Our concern is with activities. There are no activities or very limited activities on the weekends. The residents are bored on weekends. I have found that during the weekly activities, our parent is not being asked to attend it or reminded of what is going on. It would be very helpful if you would remind your residents of the daily happenings. Thank you.

Villa Santa Barbara has been wonderful in taking-in our Mom and Dad. The staff are patient, listening and make an effort to help the new residents adjust. The facility is clean and odor-free. There are numerous activities and outings that residents can take advantage. The rooftop space is beautiful and available for residents to take a breath and soak-up the fresh air. There is always a lot for our parents to eat and they love “Chef [name removed]”. I cannot recommend Villa Santa Barbara strongly enough.

Building well taken care of grounds very good. Activities more up to date. Food- wonderful. 100% overall glad I'm here.

I have been mostly happy here I definitely feel safe and have met many nice and interesting new residents. I appreciate how the chief givens us new and different meals to try and the program lady does a great job with activities.

the only thing kind of negative I would say is that they charge to bring your meals to your room. I get that they want to encourage everyone to eat together but that is not what my mom wants to do. At least let people pick up a to-go order for no extra charge.

I would just like to start off by thanking this community, they have embraced my grandma since the moment she arrived! The community's friendliness is outmatched! Between the wonderful staff and the kindness of residents, this place has truly helped my grandma feel like home. As soon as she arrived, everyone was greeting her and asking her about her life. I have worked in this industry and I have never gone into such a welcoming and accommodating community. The sales team completely blew my mind with how flexible and attentive they are, Maintenance and Housekeeping have gotten good comments from my grandma (she might have a crush on a maintenance man)!

We're happy to have found Waterford - we feel our mom is well taken care of. My dad passed his 1st night there and staff was a tremendous help and very caring. I've actually eaten there and it's been very good! Generous portions too! The other residents seem happy and are very friendly. So, although my mom haven't been there long - so far - so good! We've met residents who have been there for years!

I think everything that has been numbered is true and excellent. Whitley Place has been the best place for my husband and I can't ask for anything better. It sure beats a place he was before.

Staff is very friendly. Residents express a good feeling. Activities Department is fabulous. I enjoy all of the outings. I go to all events that are offered. Some apartments could use a refresh maintenance quickly addresses issues.

The staff are wonderful, caring people. They are very loving and very involved with the residents. The setting is very nice, inside and out. I have been volunteering here for years, and this is the best staff I have seen.

Overall good place to live.

Honestly, I'd rate each category a 5, except the food & the only reason is - a better variety would be better. Also have menu options for diabetics. I've been very impressed with everything else.

The Heritage does a good job taking care of the residents in Independent Living. The staff is attentive. The residents are happy. Socializing is encouraged. The food could be better. The chairs are too large for most of the little old lady resident.

I live at Villa for past 13 months and glad I do. Being a single man 69 years old and never cooked I’ve had 1000 meals with our wonderful chef and food is excellent and new menu every week. Most people ask me is the food good and I say wonderful and all homemade by chef [name removed]. Villa is very clean with housekeeping weekly with fresh sheets and towels is important. The location in downtown Santa Barbara and four blocks from State street with a lot of stores and our beautiful courthouse with a lot of weddings. Walking is easy and flat and I go daily to get outside. The area is safe with no issues and sometimes meet folks from around the world. I’m staying at Villa long term as I’m 69 years old and plan 10 years I tell my daughter I call Villa home and sure glad I found it for this chapter in my life which is important to my daughter also