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Cadence Millbrae

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight warm and attentive caregiving staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

1201 Broadway, Millbrae, CA 94030165 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.8/5

based on 48 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking a vibrant, social, and well-maintained environment where residents can thrive. The staff is exceptionally warm and the activity programming is a standout feature. However, you should proactively seek clarity on management stability and ensure you are kept informed of any significant administrative changes.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

48 reviews on Google
Cadence Millbrae is highly regarded by families for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and a staff that is frequently described as caring, professional, and attentive. Residents benefit from a robust activities program and a beautiful, well-maintained facility that offers a sense of community. However, some families have experienced significant communication lapses from senior management regarding leadership changes.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory8.0Comms4.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Warm and attentive caregiving staff
  • Engaging and diverse activity programs
  • Beautifully maintained and modern facilities
  • Welcoming and professional admissions process

Concerns

  • Poor communication from senior management regarding leadership changes

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

88%response rate
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The owner provides highly personalized responses to detailed reviews, often naming specific staff members and acknowledging specific family details. For simple or star-only reviews, the responses revert to generic templates.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about how attentive the caregiving staff is here; how do you ensure that level of personal connection is maintained as residents move in?
  • 2The activity programs look so diverse and engaging—could you walk us through what a typical weekly calendar looks like for a resident?
  • 3With the recent leadership changes, how is the management team working to ensure clear and consistent communication with families?
  • 4Since the facility is so beautifully maintained and modern, how do you manage the upkeep to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone?
  • 5In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the specific protocol for contacting both medical professionals and our family?
  • 6We noticed you are very responsive to feedback from the community; how does the administration typically use resident or family input to make improvements to the facility?

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Key Review Excerpts

My 89 year old mother recently moved in and so far, its great and she is thriving! ... This level of active resident was just what my mom was going to need.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

The staff has been so warm and supportive throughout this trying time that I'm hopeful again for the future. From Bari holding my hand to Joan calming my fears of this next phase, I know my dad is in the perfect place for all of us.

New resident's family · 2024★★★★★

The facility is lovely and the staff is kind and caring, but the communication from senior management is terrible. They don't bother to inform families of important changes, like when the Executive Director leaves.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★☆☆
Source: 48 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

25total
10 Type A— immediate health risk
16 Type B— non-compliance
Clean record— no deficiencies found
Nov 25, 2025Other
Clean

The unannounced case management visit identified serious concerns following an incident report of resident abuse. The facility was cited for personal rights violations due to the documented hair-pulling incident by a staff member. Corrective action requires immediate staff retraining on resident rights and abuse prevention.

Aug 27, 2025Inspection
Clean

The unannounced annual inspection was conducted on 08/27/2025. The facility was found to be generally compliant, with observations noting clean kitchen areas, secured medication storage, and functional emergency exits. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.

Aug 27, 2025Complaint
Clean

The unannounced annual inspection was conducted on 08/27/2025. The facility was found to be generally compliant, with observations noting clean kitchen areas, secured medication storage, and functional emergency exits. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.

Apr 8, 2025Complaint
Clean

This report details two separate complaint investigations conducted on April 8, 2025. In the first investigation, allegations of overcharging and poor communication were found to be unsubstantiated. In the second investigation, the allegation regarding re-evaluating a care plan without the POA present was found to be unfounded, as this is not a regulatory requirement.

Nov 8, 2024Other
Clean

The unannounced case management visit was conducted in response to an SOC 341 report. The investigator met with the administrator and discussed the reported incident with the ombudsman. No citations were issued, and the facility implemented a precautionary plan regarding male staff access to the resident's room.

Nov 8, 2024Complaint
Clean

The unannounced case management visit was conducted in response to an SOC 341 report. The investigator met with the administrator and discussed the reported incident with the ombudsman. No citations were issued, and the facility implemented a precautionary plan regarding male staff access to the resident's room.

Sep 27, 2024Other
Clean

The inspection was an unannounced Case Management visit conducted on September 27, 2024. The primary finding relates to record retention, specifically the inability to produce a required resident document from 2023. A Type B deficiency was cited regarding the failure to maintain records for the minimum required period.

Aug 20, 2024Inspection
Clean

The unannounced annual inspection found the facility to be in good order across multiple areas. The facility was observed to have clean kitchen areas, properly secured medications, and clear emergency exit routes. No citations were issued during this inspection.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

1201 Broadway-Operator Llc;cadence Sl Millbrae LLC

Administrator

JOAN NEWMAN

Source: State licensing data

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