BROOKDALE FREMONT

Is a peaceful place to get your parents or grand parents move in, the staff is really helpful with residents inside, they do have many activities everyday to integrate all the residents, they also have a biggest dinning room which looks like a 5 stars restaurant, they have a lot apartments and assistance for seniors, they will give you free cookies if you go to visit the place 😀

My mom lived at Cogir for six years and I used to visit her there and I was always impressed with all of her neighbors who were wonderful people, many of whom befriended her, even developing a routine where they would stop by and knock on her door to accompany her down to dinner. When I stayed with Mom sometimes as her guest, I would buy myself a meal pass and enjoy the food, the service and the companionship in the great dining room. Mom had a nice little one bedroom apartment with a balcony, and since I have moved into my own studio apartment here, I’ve enjoyed knowing many of the same people who were friends to her before she left us. There is a treasure trove of opportunity to not only know these residents of many years, but also new residents who are also discovering new friends in this community. The building itself is pleasantly appointed, with many windows and nice little couches and chairs along the hallways where people can sit and visit. It’s in a nice neighborhood with tree lined sidewalks and great shopping nearby with even a Whole Foods across the street, and you can walk to Raleys or to Washington Hospital or Kaiser, and you can schedule a ride to anywhere in Fremont. The people at the front desk are wonderful, as are the wait servers in the dining room and the people who arrange the many craft and exercise classes, bingo and other enjoyable community activities. There are two beautiful grand pianos, one in the library one in the library and the other in the grand dining room, and since I have moved in they are putting in fresh new carpet and new furniture in the TV room, library and lobby. I enjoy my room and its balcony and the step-in shower and the remote controlled heater/air conditioner. I’ve made many friends not only among my fellow residents but also among the truly dedicated staff and management. They bend over backwards to make sure that I’m OK and they convey a sense of happiness and a family like care that I really appreciate. They are so concerned and careful about everyone’s health, and are meticulous about visitors checking in, and make certain that everyone who comes there is vetted with a detailed inquiry regarding Covid. All the residents have had their shots, masks are required at all times except while sitting at the table eating, and the staff is always ready with friendly reminders in case someone’s not wearing a mask, and everyone is given a temperature check that is documented every day. I have no worries whatsoever recording regarding the care taken to ensure our health and safety. On top of that, this is a place where goodwill is fostered through activities and spirited care, celebrations, and the comfort of being with wonderful people with many life experiences in a facility that is in its own way grand and very accommodating, from the quality of the housekeeping and the food service to the encouragement of music, which is always in the air in the lobby and game room, with musical events a regular thing, and welcoming of the music provided by talented residents on the beautiful pianos.

The staff at Cogir of Fremont is so wonderful. They have meetings regularly with the residents to find ways to improve. They have activities planned for the entire day ranging from exercise, art classes, music and cultural programs. The friendships formed are priceless. There's just such a beautifully positive atmosphere.

Today, Thanksgiving, I was pleased to have lunch with my dear Aunt who has lived there a number of years. I found my aunt more familiar with the staff who went out of their way to greet her. The meal was the best I’ve ever tasted. I don’t think this was simply because it’s Thanksgiving, but it seemed the food was at a higher quality of taste and of nutrients. Just some thoughts.

The staff was caring and professional. The staff gets 4 stars. Administration uncaring and unresponsive. Raised fees over $6,000 a month. No empathy to our situation. Luckily we found a new place 4,000 less a month. We were told illegal to have help come in after 5 years and forced us to stop our additional help. Did this to the whole facility. Was very difficult and sad.