When it comes to the cleanliness there was a food due to rain and the fans they put in were very small and therefore it took a long time for everything to clean up. There is no direct care since for our loved one it is not assisted living. The transportation was cancelled for a doctor's appt, but overall the activities that are offered are good. We would recommend Garden Plaza of Aurora to other families.... Read more
Garden Plaza of Aurora offers senior living that’s flexible. Whether you want an independent living solution or are interested in assisted living, you’ll be welcome in this retirement community. Views of the breathtaking Rocky Mountains will make you feel like you’re living in a resort.
You’ll also be close to Jewell Wetlands Park, a local wildlife sanctuary that nature lovers will adore. Those who love the city will appreciate the proximity to Denver, where you can take a trip to the zoo, aquarium, many museums, and enjoy the sights of Larimer Square. The community is close to several dining and shopping options as well.
There’s a variety of activities right at the community, so there’s something to suit everyone’s interests. To keep active, there are exercise classes, including Pilates. You can also enjoy Wii Sports! There are spiritual activities and Bible study classes. Transportation is also offered to religious services. If you enjoy games, join the canasta or poker group, or invite a neighbor to join you at the pool table or putting green. You’ll look forward to guest lecturers and seminars as well as many outings exploring the Aurora and Denver areas. If you feel like...
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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 Garden Plaza of Aurora with 9.3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Garden Plaza of Aurora has 35 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.1 out of 5.
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When it comes to the cleanliness there was a food due to rain and the fans they put in were very small and therefore it took a long time for everything to clean up. There is no direct care since for our loved one it is not assisted living. The transportation was cancelled for a doctor's appt, but overall the activities that are offered are good. We would recommend Garden Plaza of Aurora to other families.
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Response from Garden Plaza of Aurora
June 14, 2023Thank you for the kind review. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help!
We toured Garden Plaza of Aurora during our search for Independent Living for our loved one. The tour was nice. The facility was nice and clean, but a little darker interior. We were looking for cozy family comfort, so we decided to keep on with our search.
Response from Garden Plaza of Aurora
May 25, 2023Thank you for your feedback. If there's anything further we can do for you, we are happy to help!
I would say that the faculty and staff end up being like extended family. Which is basically good but can also be not so good. They are friendly without that desperation that some others had. The facility is laid out very logically. Garden Plaza has better balconies on the apartments and the floor plan is easy to navigate.
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May 18, 2023Thank you for your kind review. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if there's anything more we can do!
I picked this community because, the other places were not as nice. It's a great community. The residents are friendly to each other, and they check on you. It's nice. I would recommend to to ther families.
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March 16, 2023We appreciate your positive review. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us if there's anything more we can do.
What really stood out to us at first was the friendliness of the staff members and their follow up. We have already recommended this community to other families and we will continue to do so.
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January 25, 2023We are very happy to have provided you with such a positive experience!
It has been an ideal place for my dad in the independent living side. They provide the comfort and care that he needs. He has made a very comfortable transition to living there. The apartment is nice. It's spacious, clean, nicely appointed, and new. He likes the people and thinks it's a great community. And we like that there is no nickel and diming or hidden costs - everything is included for his daily living.
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The community is really good in a lot of ways. They are having a problem with hiring staff to serve the residents meals. The food is delivered cold to the residents. The community isn't able to accommodate dietary restrictions. The food really is not great at the community. The staff and residents are great to work with and are friendly. I'm glad I came here and not someplace else.
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My grandmother loves her new community. She’s met friends, is very active in playing cards, exercise, and going to meals. She has her independence while getting help with meals, cleaning, and safety nets exist.
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My dad has lived at Garden Plaza for 6 months now. He came from another community and is so much happier now that he is here! He has so many friends, goes on a lot of the outtings, and activities. He's so much happier and has a great quality of life. We are glad we found this place.
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Garden Plaza is a terrible place. The management has no talent. Be very careful about charges made by them, especially initial charges, I found out they were scamming me out of money and they did not like when I asked for that back.
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Response from Garden Plaza of Aurora
February 14, 2022Please give us a call to further discuss your experience and see where we can help.
We moved our parents here 2 years ago and unfortunately lost our father only 6 months after the move. The staff has been amazing to our mom and has provided a safe living situation for her. Whenever we have had any problems the staff has been very responsive in resolving any issues. The manager of this facility has been amazing with my mom and we could not be happier with her living arrangements.
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They're very responsive, and the place is kept very clean. It's almost like living in a hotel - it's just beautiful. It is a little tricky not having things like a little convenience store on-site, or a buddy system for them to show you around. I think those things would have been helpful. But they're doing a great job. The food is a little bland. But they're so amazing otherwise. They offer a lot of activities. And it's a great value.
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Our tour with Garden Plaza was good and the facility itself is beautiful. We were looking for something that was smaller and did not offer too much, so we went with a different facility. It was just not the right fit for her.
I am a family member of a loved one at Garden Plaza Aurora- my mom has been living there for a very long time. The newest ED is a fine woman and leader - and I appreciate what’s she’s done for my mom. Most importantly though… assisted living is a mess and [name removed]the business office director was nothing but rude to my mom when asking about a bill.
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We chose Garden Plaza at the time because they had availability and they were willing to take him in and care for him. He started out in independent living and quickly moved over to assisted living. The staff members were there to really protect my father and they did a great job at it, I felt safe having him here. I would recommend them to others who are looking.
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If your loved one needs more care, this is probably not the right place. My loved one ended up not being able to get out of bed, and they would bring food to the rooms, but she couldn't get to the food where they dropped it off. If you can, I would recommend asking lots of questions about what the staff can and cannot do as far as care goes. The housekeeping and dining staff were just okay, but the front desk staff were great.
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I would choose this community for myself, the staff bends over backwards to help and is very friendly. The only issue we had was during the intake process. I would definitely recommend this community to others
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Moving mom to Garden Plaza of Aurora has brought us peace of mind knowing she is safe, happy and comfortable. Garden Plaza of Aurora offers a beautiful home setting with caring staff members who strive to create a safe, clean, comfortable home for their residents. Apartments are well kept. The facility itself is very nice and has a feel of a being "at home". There are a number of floor plans to fit any need. Our mom is happy and contented here. She loves the dining experience as well as activities she looks forward to participating in daily. She is a socially engaged, active, 90- year-old who is truly enjoying her life at Garden Plaza. We feel fortunate that we found this community .
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Garden Plaza of Aurora is really an impressive facility. It is very clean, nicely furnished and well taken care of. There seems to always be some type of activities offered. However they seem quite repetitive so i can see how residents could tire of them easily. The food seems adequate and they do offer regular set menu items in addition to the daily specials. The care givers are very nice and friendly - however they always seem rushed with all residents. Here's the issue - there is horrible inter-department communication. It's difficult to get an answer without being sent around in circles. A message left for the billing office 3 days ago and still no callback. If they could improve inter office/department communication - i would give a higher rating.
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