Cottage grove place Reviews

After living in Colorado for 56 years, it was time to downsize and move out of my large home and closer to my roots. It was one of the most difficult decisions and processes of my life. The process took several years for me and my significant other to think about, discuss and visit in person.
After about a dozen facility visits in Iowa communities, we found Cottage Grove Place in Cedar Rapids. It felt "right" for us, plus many family members live nearby.
A common expression among seniors is "we're just not quite ready", which we can relate to. After living here for a year, in retrospect, I am glad we didn't postpone the process any longer.
We plan to participate more in the variety of things to do here, while maintaining our individuality and privacy. Although a difficult decision and process, we feel confident it was necessary and worth the effort. We both agonized over giving up so many "things" with many memories attached, to a different community and lifestyle.
Purging is not easy; nor is leaving the familiarity of home, neighborhood, community, church, friends and much accumulated "stuff".
A period of grieving is to be expected, but we are both grateful we chose Cottage Grove Place, where the staff is dedicated and committed to helping us look positively forward to a new way of life.
Plus, Coping with Covid-19 and the Derecho has been much more tolerable here.

My 90-year-old uncle living in a Long Term Care facility (in Arizona) completely shocked me when he said yes to moving to Iowa to be closer to family! I was so excited at the prospect of having him in town but also very overwhelmed with the process of getting him home . I had no idea how to transport my uncle across the country or where he would live. I contacted Cottage Grove Place to see if they had a room, which they did. Jessica-Leigh, with CGP, was FANTASTIC to work with. She recommended that I contact Flying Angels (for medical transportation) and Caring Transitions (to move personal belongings). Jessica-Leigh continued communicating with both companies, the other facility in Arizona, and me to ensure we were all on the same page regarding my uncle s care. When my uncle arrived, his comment was "I am so glad to be here. Thank you, Jessica-Leigh and team at Cottage Grove Place, for all you did! You are a true blessing!

I have worked with many long term care facilities in my career. The staff at Cottage Grove Place are truly dedicated and it shows in their attention to every detail of a clients need long before the client arrives. Jessica-Leigh, coordinates a team of dedicated professionals to make sure that every resident has what they need.
Whether you are looking for Long-term care, Assisted Living, or Rehabilitation, Cottage Grove Place is a fantastic healthcare center.

Amazing place to work with great teamwork throughout campus. We offer residents every level of care as well as several different activities throughout the campus. There is never a boring day here!

We are pleased and happy to be a part of the Cottage Grove Community. The staff is excellent in being friendly, helpful, desiring to know us and become a part of our lives.
The meals are very good and offer a nice variety of menu items. It is wonderful to have The Grille which is available for any food alternative and a great place to gather and socialize.
The facilities are wonderful. It feels like home which is one reason we became residents here.
We know this is the place we will be as long as we are alive which enables us to be safe and at peace. Our sons are very grateful for this safe place for their parents.
Cottage Grove Place is the "place" for us. We are well taken care of here and also very happy. It is top notch!

Cottage Grove Place aspires to help staff in building and developing lasting careers. There is great teamwork among the different departments. Lots of staff are friendly and willing to help in whatever you need.

My first connection with Cottage Grove Place was in 1996 when it first opened. My mother moved in at the time of the opening. The thorough, caring attention she received during her life at Cottage Grove from the staff was impressive to my family and myself. Thus I came to an easy conclusion that I would follow in her footsteps at a future time, and I have never regretted my decision.

I have found a wonderful home here due to the efforts of the excellent staff in all departments. All amenities meet my needs, and the activities offered, cover interests in many areas.

Making the decision to enter here relieved my family of many responsibilities they might have had to proceed for me. The decision was a relief for them, and my family has expressed definite satisfaction with my life here. They are able to witness how happy I am.

And finally, the atmosphere offers a "homey" feeling due to the caring attitude of the staff and residents toward one another. What could be better?

Cottage grove is one of the worst facilities I ve ever worked at! First of all the HR girl is horrible at her job she claims to not be able to do direct deposit for weeks, does not respond with your questions about your schedule, she takes you off the schedule without you knowing, very unprofessional! Also told us that we would be working short staffed due to pay cuts, the residents don t get taken care of as they should. Management does not listen to your concern or needs. Nurses there are very mean to new employees and look down on the nursing assistants!

When my husband Neil and I decided we were going to need some help. We came to COTTAGE GROVE PLACE.
and immediately fell in love with this place.
Neil had Parkinson's Disease. He was with me for
a year and four months before he needed more care.
so he went to the care center, where he got very good care. He was there for five and a half years before he passed away. Now I am especially happy I am here.
I don't have to spend all my time alone in a lonely home
without him. I have many friends here to be with.
And I have made friends with a special person I spend most of my time with.

I ENJOY WORKING WITH MY COWORKERS. THE BEST PART OF MY JOB IS WORKING WITH OUR RESIDENTS AND JUST BEING THERE FOR THEM.