Public Google reviewers rate this highly and often mention modern, clean, and bright facility design. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
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Public Google reviewers rate The James Ferndale highly. Reviewers highlight: modern, clean, and bright facility design, spacious, contemporary apartment layouts. Reviewer identity is not verified, and online reviews may not capture everything. Schedule a visit to assess the fit directly.
The James Ferndale is a modernized independent living community housed in a renovated school building, frequently praised for its bright, contemporary aesthetic and welcoming staff. However, recent reviews from 2025 indicate a significant decline in satisfaction following a management change, with residents and families citing rent increases, reduced meal services, and serious concerns regarding sanitation and pest control.
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“New management and residents leaving. Rent increase with services cut. Residents will have to pay an extra $400 month for meals which were provided under previous management.”
“It is filthy, infested with bedbugs and common areas are uninhabitable. Total lack of competent and caring staff. Dining room continually closed due to vermin.”
“The James is a wonderful senior independant community. The building is a beautiful renovated school with modern ammenities. The staff and residents all are a very caring community that make my in laws feel like family.”
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