Cascades of Grass Valley

When I started my search for an appropriate assisted living facility for my mom and her husband, I toured many facilities in the area. We even had a deposit down on one place, but I had not yet toured Cascades of Grass Valley. Not wanting to leave any stones unturned, I booked my tour. Nestled into a forest and coupled with beautifully cared for grounds, Cascades of Grass Valley provides views from each of its rooms. And the facility is very well maintained and provides many activities and events for its residents. When I arrived for my scheduled tour, I knew at once that this was the perfect place for them. My mom needed a place where she could remain as her Parkinson’s progressed. I didn’t want to have to move her to another facility when her ailments became more advanced, which some places insist upon. And mom’s husband didn’t need assisted living care, but he was still able to join the residents. The care team cared for my mom (since passed) and her husband cared for himself while they shared a two-bedroom apartment that had a beautiful view of the forest. Now on to the care team... I was absolutely amazed at the care team! The care team, many of whom became friends to mom and her husband, truly cared about my mom’s needs – which became extensive towards the end. They were on this journey with her... From Mom being able to walk a bit on her own when first moving in, to then needing a walker, to needing a wheelchair – the care team was there helping her transfer and transition through all stages of her progressing disease. They helped with showers, toileting, kept their apartment clean – beds striped and made, laundry done, etc. And they did it all while providing them the dignity that’s not often provided by care teams. They laughed together and cried together; they became extended family. The executive team keeps Cascades ticking and working like clockwork. Should your loved one need anything, talk with the executive team as they work magic. The meals are well balanced, taste great and they have a full-time chef on staff! The other residents are welcoming and friendly, and Cascades is just the right size which ensures that most of the residents know each other. That said, I highly recommend Cascades of Grass Valley for your loved ones and feel it is a safe, nurturing and loving community. Karen M.

Our loved one received excellent care in Cascades of Grass Valley Memory Care. Their compassionate care and services were amazing. We were well informed of the offerings and our loved-one's care needs well in advance throughout. Relatives were met with friendly care givers always as well. One differentiating item at Cascades is that the Memory Care residents are invited to various events and gatherings in the Assisted Living area. For us this enhanced our loved-one's experience meaningfully.

My Grandmother moved into Cascades about a year and a half ago. She is 93 years old and while physically still extremely healthy her memory necessitated her moving from living alone in her home nearby to the Cascades. We unfortunately have no other family in California to help with her care. The building is quite attractive from the outside, upon entering the lobby the quality of the facility continues. Frequently several residents congregating there and there is always a welcoming staff member at the front desk. Every meal I've had there has been good restaurant quality. Her apartment is fairly spacious and private with living/eating areas, kitchenette, good size bathroom and ample closet space. I have developed excellent relationships with the director and some of the nursing staff. My grandmother has a bit of a challenge for the facility but I cannot compliment them enough for bending over backward to ease her transition into the facility and deal with some of her emotional stresses of learning to live with the move. The access to and open communication between me and the staff at Cascades has been so helpful for me, my grandmother and the facility as a whole to ensure her comfort and happiness. Thankyou to the staff members there that have been so helpful, You know who you are and please forward my gratitude to everyone! Your loved one will be well care for and respected at Cascades of Grass Valley

The process of supporting a loved one through the aging process in general, and cognitive decline in particular, is incredibly challenging both emotionally and pragmatically. Finding an assisted living facility whose staff cares about your loved one and provides support, guidance and respect is both rare and critical. Our experience of Cascades of Grass Valley has been amazing! The staff and facility are top notch, and our mother has received amazing care. Cascades of Grass Valley is the second facility that our mother has lived in. As opposed to the first, Cascades offers her increased freedom and meets her where she is. At some point she will need memory care, but until that time, we value her ability to experience as much independence as possible. At Cascades, my mother appears more settled and engaged than she has in years. In fact, recently she said that these are the “best days” of her life. She can access group activities, while also creating a new structure for her days that allow for alone time and ample social interaction. We are deeply grateful for Cascades of Grass Valley. Thank you from the bottom of our heart.