Wheatfield Commons

My husband was recently a resident at the memory side of wheatfield commons facility. The experience from start to finish was very smooth and the staff from administration were excellent. The staff were helpful, kind , caring and there for you every step of the way, from administration John Tomes, Hattfield , and the cooks to nurses,Tina and Sue, aids I can’t remember all of them ,Alice,Alisa,Angela and Promise and many more, I have to give a big thanks to for making our journey warm and pleasant. There are many more whose thanks I want to thank but can’t remember them all. I knew my husband was safe and had a pleasant experience.

After my uncle died in 2012, my aunt lived alone for the next 10 years until she was 94. When she started having dementia and needed assisted living, a friend of mine in New York took her around to look at facilities and we chose Wheatfield Commons. I live in California and can not travel do to health issues. The facility is gorgeous. My friends always sent pictures and it looked like a high end elegant hotel. She lived there for 2 years before passing 3 weeks ago. At first she lived in assisted living and had her own room. The administrative staff and the daily staff were always amazing and kept in touch with me, sent pictures and took care of every issue that came up. When the time came for her to move to memory care, I figured my aunt would have a nuclear meltdown but the transition went smoothly, mostly because they know what they’re doing there. I can’t say enough about the activities directors on both the assisted living and memory care side. My aunt thrived learning how to paint, play games, outings and they also had her doing some baking. Also they offered a religious service on Sunday morning that she enjoyed attending. She was more than thrilled to participate in all those activities. And as a strong Sicilian woman, they knew how to redirect and guide her through the days she needed some extra care. I live in California and wasn’t sure how things would work out at first. Being 3,000 miles away, I figured it could be a recipe for disaster if these people weren’t legit, but as the weeks, months and years went by, I knew they cared for her like she was their own grandmother. They called with updates, sent pictures and kept me posted when she wasn’t feeling well. They loved and cared for her. The administrative staff was also amazing. I lost count of how many times I called John, the Director of Sales and Marketing, in the beginning. He always came to the phone and also helped me work out getting help with movers when she moved in, Veteran benefits to help with the cost and other issues I needed help with. He was always so willing to help with anything that came up. I received the same assistance to detail with Christine, the Administrator of the facility. No matter what happened or what I needed, she was there to help and guide me. I have no regrets and highly recommend Wheatfield Commons. This facility was a Godsend to me.

When my Dad (Clare) moved in a few years ago he was a little overwhelmed with everything - from the ‘long walk’ to the dining hall to ‘apartment life.’ But with encouragement from Wheatfield Commons wonderful staff, and their willingness to work with him at his own pace, he quickly adjusted to his new environment and began enjoying life again. He often commented to us how everyone made him feel at home, including some good natured ‘ribbing’, which he enjoyed receiving as much as giving (🤣). He looked forward to Bingo and going to the dining hall where he and his table mates would solve the world’s problems (and maybe even create a few!). Although he slowed down over the last couple of years he remained positive, due in large part to his friends (both staff and neighbors) at WC. Time eventually caught up with him and late last week, at the impressive age of 96 (a month shy of 97!) he passed away peacefully in his sleep, with a smile on his face! Thanks to all the ‘family’ who cared for him at WC! And a special Thank You, Christine, for the care and compassion you and the entire staff have shown my Dad over the past few years. God bless!