Atria at Foster Square
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight high-quality, restaurant-style dining. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 115 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for seniors seeking a luxury, resort-style lifestyle with high-quality dining and social engagement. However, families should carefully vet the facility's ability to handle increasing medical complexities, as multiple reviewers have noted that residents may be asked to leave if their care needs exceed the community's capabilities.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
115 reviews on Google“Atria at Foster Square is highly regarded for its luxurious, resort-like atmosphere, exceptional dining, and a staff that is frequently praised for being warm and professional. However, some families have reported serious concerns regarding sudden evictions or transitions out of the community when a resident's care needs increase beyond the facility's capacity.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- High-quality, restaurant-style dining
- Engaging social activities and programming
- Modern, clean, and luxurious facilities
- Professional and empathetic sales and management staff
Concerns
- Difficulty managing residents with increasing care needs/evictions (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Inconsistent care or safety issues during night shifts
- Staff turnover/churn
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 120 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
The owner provides personalized responses to positive reviews by acknowledging specific staff members or amenities mentioned. For negative reviews, the owner maintains a professional tone, offering direct contact information and escalating concerns to management.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the restaurant-style dining here; could you tell us more about how the daily menus are planned and how residents participate in mealtime?
- 2The social programming here looks very engaging; what are some of the favorite group activities or outings that residents currently enjoy?
- 3As our loved one's needs change over time, how does the care team approach adjusting their support to ensure they can continue living here comfortably?
- 4We want to make sure we understand the support available during the late hours; what does the care and monitoring process look like during the overnight shifts?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what are the specific protocols for getting immediate help and notifying the family?
- 6It’s great to see the management team is so active in communicating with the community; how do you typically handle feedback or concerns raised by residents and their families?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I am grateful to the team at Atria Foster Square! Especially Gary, Gunnison, and Freddie, Executive Director for their outstanding support during an urgent hospital discharge over Christmas week.”
“Every time when I visited my friend in memory care at Atria at Foster Square, she was busily engaged in some kind of class activities. I have been invited to participate in Chinese New Year calligraphy and lion dance, Making Your Own Ice Cream Sundae, Carnival Day, Labor Day BBQ…”
“In the first 30 days my grandmother lived at this facility, she fell 6 times, 2 of those she went to the ER. we were paying for inconsistence care and they were checked her during the night, the workers would complain to me that they [couldn't check her]”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division
Dec 2, 2025OtherClean
The facility underwent a case management visit on December 2, 2025, to follow up on a previously reported incident concerning a resident. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed the administrator and observed the resident, noting that no deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Dec 2, 2025InspectionClean
The facility underwent a case management visit on December 2, 2025, to follow up on a previously reported incident concerning a resident. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed the administrator and observed the resident, noting that no deficiencies were cited during the visit.
May 13, 2025OtherClean
The inspection was an unannounced Case Management - Incident visit conducted on May 13, 2025. The report details a history of multiple falls for two residents (R1 and R2) following an incident involving unknown medications. However, the final section of the report explicitly states, "No deficiency is cited."
Dec 10, 2024InspectionClean
The annual inspection identified two deficiencies. The first deficiency relates to incomplete documentation regarding the administrator's participation in the Medication Destruction Process. The second, and more critical, deficiency involves unsecured personal grooming items (handsoap) found in shared bathrooms, which poses an immediate health and safety risk to residents.
Sep 12, 2024OtherClean
The unannounced Case Management visit was conducted to follow up on an incident reported by the facility. The Licensing Program Analyst met with the administrator and the resident, who stated that the situation has improved and that caregivers are professional. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
Sep 12, 2024ComplaintClean
The unannounced Case Management visit was conducted to follow up on an incident reported by the facility. The Licensing Program Analyst met with the administrator and the resident, who stated that the situation has improved and that caregivers are professional. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
May 1, 2024ComplaintClean
The investigation addressed allegations regarding staff restricting resident access to personal grooming items and non-adherence to admission agreements. One allegation was substantiated, citing the improper locking of personal toiletries, which violates resident rights. The facility was required to submit a plan of correction detailing staff training and ensuring resident access to personal belongings.
Dec 26, 2023InspectionClean
The facility underwent an annual inspection on December 26, 2023. The inspector noted that medications, chemicals, and sharps were properly locked and inaccessible to residents. Furthermore, the review of resident and staff files confirmed that all required documentation was present, and no deficiencies were cited during the visit.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Aslo & Foster City Ptrs, Gps Fc Opco; Atria Mgt Co
FREDDIE FULLON
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Official Website
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