True Connection Communities

Friendly, beautiful apts & lunch very good.

Nice roomy apts. Patios!

Patio homes were really nice Active community Lots of spacious floor plan options (former hospital) Medical complex next door with hallway access

It's a pleasant experience and a nice place. The workers are very good. It's clean. The apartments are nice, and they're a good size. From what I've seen, I think it's a good place, and my loved one seems to be adjusting to it.

Overall, the staff is friendly. There are plenty of activities made available if residents choose to partake in them. The staff is responsive. They just had a change in management in the last couple of months, so I don't know yet what that will be like. I believe they've handled Covid fairly well, and I feel like it's a much better place than where she was before . One of the gals at the front desk was rude to our loved one's caregiver, but otherwise the staff has bene great. PreCovid, the food was really great. There have been a few blips with certain Covid challenges, but overall it's still good. My loved one clashes a bit with the activities director, and there was one instance where she asked for a book to be ordered for book club on two separate occasions, and it took a couple of months. So my loved one felt a little excluded for a while. Once that was all resolved, she settled in and made some friends. When she gets out and about, she feels comfortable.

Verena At The Glen is only Independent living so there are no care services provided. Prior to COVID they had bingo, and other games for the residents. We also were able to brew our own beer. Every Friday they would have an open bar for social time. The food at this community is being delivered to us. The food is not consistently excellent. My apartment is perfect, they offer different varieties in size. This community has three separate buildings, two are apartments building for the residents with a common area.

I like that I have my own kitchen. My unit has two bedrooms and two baths. It has been updated and has new hardwood floors and granite counter tops. It has a balcony and a fireplace and lots of storage. Lots of areas to walk. Security 24/7. They have a nice handbook for residents. Garbage is picked up at your door twice a week. Everyone is very friendly.

I was here [dates removed] to visit my mom. She moved in 6 months earlier after selling her condo. I booked one of the guest suits, which is the same as a 1 bedroom apt. It was more convenient than staying at a local hotel and gave me the opportunity to really see what is going on here. I received nothing for this review although you might think I have. All the staff I met (administrative, maintenance, food services and cleaning) were friendly. While each apt. comes with a full kitchen, the monthly rent includes breakfast and dinner. I had several dinners with my mom at her table in the main dining hall. There were also 5 other women there. After the 2nd dinner I quietly commented to the waitress that she had the patience of a saint. From what I experienced, all of the wait staff were friendly. The food is VERY good with varied menus each day. The white linen table cloths pass my mom's high standards. There is the aptly named "happy hour" daily at 4:00pm when wine and snacks are served. Since moving in my mom has begun to socialize again, having made new friends and leaving her apt. to participate in the various activities offered within the community. I am happy my mom moved here.

My parents moved from Florida to Pine Ridge of Garfield in May, 2018. They wanted to be closer to family but still live independently and have services that would make everyday life easier. Pine Ridge has really been great for them and has been a relief for me. I am so happy to have their meals provided without the need to grocery shop and cook, or go out to restaurants. I am also very happy to know they have a clean home and they don't have to worry about the laundry getting done. I am also pleased with how well they have adjusted to their new home. The staff is always friendly and helpful. We are all very happy.

Verena is for us. Moved in 4 years ago in our late 70's. We left our home while we were still able to be active, and join in the Verena family. We have many activities on site, and many excursions off site. More than we had before. Our executive staff is part of our family. Kind, gracious and cares for us. We have made wonderful friends and no more maintenance costs or grocery shopping. I personally enjoy someone else preparing my food and serving me in a bright and cheery dining room.

We made a good choice when we chose Cadence at the Glen. It is a very beautiful community in a country setting surrounded by trees. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They have a newspaper delivered daily. We like the meals that they serve and they always have music playing at mealtimes. They provide two meals a day, breakfast and lunch. They offer a variety of activities such as cards, puzzles, a recreation room, and an exercise room. There is transportation for outside excursions residents can sign up for. The residents that live here are very friendly and welcoming. There are multiple places around the community to walk or sit in padded chairs, or benches to relax and enjoy the view. There is a lot of parking available and the parking lot is well lit. I would definitely recommend this community to friends and family.

Can't say enough about the experience we are having at the Villas. Our case is unique, as our sister has Downs Syndrome but is high functioning. Our main concern was that the atmosphere was safe and the people were welcoming and this place is both. They have lots of fun things to do and many outside activities. [Removed] have been very helpful. We went to many places and thought this one was kept very clean. Very Happy! [Removed]

The Brookdale Eden Estates was a beautiful community. I really liked the independent living. The staff was very friendly and the tour guide answered all of our questions. Unfortunately, they did not have housing available when we were looking.

My wife was reluctant to sell home and move to retirement community but once moved in she is on the team. The inhabitants are all friendly, all of the employees are great and always in good humor. We're for the duration.

Outstanding in all ways. Solid original construction in a beautiful green setting, carefully maintained. Attentive, caring staff with a low turnover. Management company and owners are local, a plus if you have ever dealt with a national company that is investor-oriented. Community of friendly people support a social atmosphere that is very positive. Transportation is scheduled for all needs, and there is ample parking for drivers. Apartments have nice kitchens for independent living, with lunch meals at center and frequent activities with food. Extensive and varied activities. Many residents use walkers or wheelchairs; aging in place is handled through home health services. My son's family from far away loved staying here in a guest room for a summer visit. A happy place.

Our parents moved to Meadowstone Place about 5 years ago. My siblings and I researched many places in the North Dallas area. What appealed to our entire family most is that, even though these are apartments, the minute you see one of the units, you realize that these are homes in a lovely neighborhood full of trees. The units each have a front and back door and a fenced patio. Our Mom loves to keep plants and flowers all year long so this is perfect for her and she can see them from her kitchen. There are activities for every kind of interest and you can participate as little or as much as you would like. Even after we lost Dad, Mom would not think of moving anywhere else. Actually, the staff makes Meadowstone Place what it is. It is apparent that they love what they do. The care and thoughtfulness in all they do is outstanding. We love visiting Mom and the staff know us all by name . We like to think of them as an extension of our family. We know she is safe there and we appreciate that there is an active Dallas Police Officer that always lives on the premises. We could not be more pleased to have our Mom living in Meadowstone Place.

Residents are very friendly and welcoming. Many activities on and off the property in which to participate if one chooses. Very large, quiet apartments. Staff is especially helpful and prompt to answer questions, concerns or take care of problems. Committees for all kinds of interests and a resident council allowing for input. Location is within 2 miles of several different grocery stores, shopping, and restaurants. Convenient to downtown Dallas and all major highways. So happy to have found this gem.

Villas is a good community for independent active people. The staff are wonderful and answered our questions. There is a small store that is run by the residents. This community is a renovated hotel. Unfortunately, it was not a good fit for my loved one. There is an independent in home agency there and I was not impressed with their communication.

Villas of Shelby wasn't out first pick but we looked at numerous places and this one is pretty good. They have a wide range of activities. My parents haven't participated in them yet but I really hope they do in the future. The staff is very friendly and caring here. Overall we are pleased.

I was so impressed with all the wonderful rooms to assist the residents enjoy their new home. The staff has been there for a number of years, and that speaks greatly about the degree of happiness exhibited by those who live here. Brightness, cleanliness, and upkeep as well as activities are assets. It was a pleasure to meet the staff. Kathy