Songbird in the Country
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight warm and caring staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 7 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for families seeking a peaceful, home-like setting with a staff that demonstrates genuine compassion for residents with complex needs. While the vast majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive, you may want to observe management interactions personally to ensure their communication style aligns with your family's expectations.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
7 reviews analyzed“Families can expect a peaceful, home-like environment characterized by a warm, caring staff and a beautiful, large property. While most reviewers praise the compassionate care and the owners' dedication, one reviewer reported a highly negative personal encounter with the owners.”
Quality Themes
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- Warm and caring staff
- Peaceful and beautiful property
- Homey and calm atmosphere
- Compassionate care for complex needs
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How They Respond to Reviews
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1Since the property is so peaceful and beautiful, what are some of the favorite outdoor or garden activities the residents enjoy together?
- 2We've heard such wonderful things about the warm and caring nature of your staff; how do you foster that sense of family among such a small group of residents?
- 3With the homey and calm atmosphere you've created, how do you tailor daily routines to make sure each resident feels at home?
- 4How do you manage medical needs or emergencies during the overnight hours when the house is quiet?
- 5Because the community is so intimate with only 12 residents, how do you ensure that everyone's specific care plan is updated and communicated to the team?
- 6I noticed you take the time to respond to feedback from the community; how do you use resident or family suggestions to improve the care you provide?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My mother has lived at Songbird for a year and a half, and I am so happy we found this home for her. It's a beautiful house on a large piece of property. It's peaceful.”
“Even though he is only 55 years old and not the classic assisted living resident, they took him in and put up with all the re-adjusting issues and have been very patient and understanding.”
“Songbird provided the peace of mind in knowing that Mom was safe and being cared for excellently by Sheila and the re”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division
Mar 25, 2026InspectionClean
The facility underwent an unannounced annual inspection. While general areas like bedrooms and common spaces were found clean and in good repair, several deficiencies were noted regarding staff qualifications and required documentation. Specifically, multiple staff members lack required training (Health screening, dementia, CPR/First aid), and the facility is missing its Plan of Operation.
Feb 5, 2026OtherClean
The facility was visited for a Case Management review on February 5, 2026. The Licensing Program Analyst noted that no deficiencies were observed or cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. The visit concluded with the LPA serving a Decision and Order excluding Staff 1 from the facility.
Mar 21, 2025InspectionClean
The facility underwent an unannounced annual inspection. Deficiencies were noted regarding water temperature controls in resident sinks and staff training compliance. Both issues are classified as Type B deficiencies requiring corrective action by April 4, 2025.
Mar 6, 2024InspectionClean
The facility underwent an unannounced annual inspection. The physical tour revealed the facility to be clean and in good repair. The primary deficiency noted was the missing required health screening and TB test documentation for one staff member.
Nov 13, 2023InspectionClean
The unannounced annual inspection found several minor deficiencies related to supplies, documentation, and food safety. Specifically, the first aid kit was incomplete, refrigerator contents lacked dating, and medication logs for Resident 1 were incorrect. The report notes that no deficiencies were cited per CCR Title 22, but specific observations were documented for follow-up.
Jan 31, 2023ComplaintClean
The unannounced Case Management visit identified deficiencies related to incident reporting. Specifically, the facility failed to submit a required written report following a resident's fall and also failed to report the incident to the licensing agency. Both citations are Type B, indicating non-compliance that requires corrective action.
Jan 31, 2023OtherClean
The unannounced Case Management visit identified deficiencies related to incident reporting. Specifically, the facility failed to submit a required written report following a resident's fall and also failed to report the incident to the licensing agency. Both citations are Type B, indicating non-compliance that requires corrective action.
May 9, 2022InspectionClean
The facility underwent an unannounced Annual Inspection focused on Infection Control. The inspection noted several positive observations, including proper use of PPE, maintained social distancing, and adequate sanitation supplies. No deficiencies were issued during this inspection.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Songbird Care Homes Salinas LLC
MAZERIK, BETH
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