Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living sits in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Petaluma and close to the Sonoma Mountains, with shops, restaurants, antiques, and historic places nearby, and Petaluma Valley Hospital isn't far either, which is handy in case someone needs it. The building's two stories have studios and one-bedroom apartments, and there are options for private or semi-private settings, even some with kitchenettes and internet and cable already wired in, which lots of folks find helpful these days. This community takes people 55 and older, and pets can come too, as long as they're allowed by the rules. For people needing help every day, staff offer assisted living, and for those living with Alzheimer's or dementia, there's the Generations Memory Care program with extra safety, supervision, and activities meant to engage the mind and encourage movement. Folks needing a break from caregiving-or short-term care during recovery-can use the respite services, which residents find useful if family needs some time off. The Vibrant Life program keeps everyone active with social and educational things like book clubs, arts and crafts, game nights, music, wellness classes such as Tai Chi or yoga and gardening in the outdoor beds and enclosed courtyard, and even lessons and lectures here and there, plus a computer and game area where folks can bowl virtually if they like. Meals come through the Elevate Dining program, with vegetarian, vegan, kosher, and special meals available, and there's restaurant-style seating or you can eat in your own room; guests can join for meals if you've got visitors, which is nice for families. Common spaces like the library, cozy sitting rooms, salon, outdoor patios, fireplaces, and gardens make it feel homey, and there's always a staff member nearby for things like bathing, dressing, medication help, and managing appointments. For religious folks, there are Catholic, Jewish, Protestant, and other devotional services right in the building or nearby. Residents receive customized care plans, and transport's provided for errands or doctor visits-guest and resident parking's available too, which can make life easier. Housekeeping, laundry, beautician and barber services, and room cleaning are regular, and with on-site nurses and visits from therapists, plus skilled nursing, hospice, mental health support, and VA benefit assistance, most folks can stay as their needs increase, which lots find comforting as they age. Wi-Fi and high-speed TV's free, and everyone gets access to safe walking paths and a convenience store or kitchenette in their own space for snacks and tea. The staff has training in caring for people with memory issues and uses sensory-based activities, like snoezelen, to give comfort. There are rules against smoking indoors, and folks say the place keeps tidy and well-kept, though some noticed visitor check-in was less strict after new owners took over, but overall, reviews show a score of 7.8 out of 10 and describe the staff as caring and helpful. Windsong of Sonoma aims to support seniors by offering a wide range of assistance, activities, good food, and a warm, safe place to live, all in a lively part of Petaluma.