Pipestone Place

My grandmother broke her hip a year ago and dementia quickly set in. With the rapid declination of her condition, Sam and Elena were quick to offer a bed to her, a home to her, an extended family to all of us. They were gently, nurturing, attentive to her needs - even to the point when she would not eat the home-cooked foods and craved a hamburger, Sam would get it if it meant her eating something. My grandmother's nails were always freshly painted, her hair nicely combed, at least as long as she allowed the grooming to continue. Even when she forgot who everyone was, Sam, Elena and the rest of the staff, showed nothing less than a smile and a gentle hand and voice. And after 8 months in their home, she peacefully passed, quietly, her body tired, her soul loved.\r \r It was not just my grandmother that Sam and Elena has touched with their kindness. I have seen, firsthand, how they interact with their other patients. It is a respectful, gentle, kind assistance that I would hope for my parents, myself and my children when the time comes. Pros: At-home feeling, friendly, down-to-earth staff more

Pipstone Place under their new ownership has made a substantial financial commitment to their home. Samuel Vela the owner takes a personal interest in the residents. It is a small house in a neighborhood, exactly the kind of venue our senior parents deserve. All the details are looked after by a caring staff... My Mother and AUnt were residents for over 3 years and we never had an issue with them. Pros: small homey atmoshere Cons: not a lot of interaction with the few residents more