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Serena Healthcare

Gypsy Jan - 5-16-2009 at 04:07 PM

Yesterday we attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Serena assisted living facility in Rosarito.

I was very skeptical about this, eh -- you know, "Get the aged, wizened gringos to move down here and then we can bill US Medicare and etc."

Well, I have to admit I was impressed with the facility and the organization. The Lieutenant Governor (?) of Baja, Sr. Bustamante, cut the ribbon, but more importantly, there is a dedicated and very skilled staff on site.

Right now, it is a twelve-bed, 5,000 sq. ft. building. Every single inch is spic-and-span.

Less importantly, the food (appetizers, hamburgers and tacos perrones) and the service was attentive and excellent.

They don't take dogs, so I won't be checking in, but they have an impressive and seems-to-be-well-thought-out living program, including adult day care.

I'm not recommending this place, but it is well worth investigating.

www.serenaseniorcare.com

Bajahowodd - 5-16-2009 at 04:53 PM

Jan- There's been one near Puerto Vallarta for a couple of years. Seems that some enterprising folks saw the opportunity. All things considered, it looks like a winner.

CaboRon - 5-16-2009 at 05:22 PM

Also, Lake Chapala.

bajabound2005 - 5-16-2009 at 06:30 PM

They are also starting up in Ensenada.

DENNIS - 5-16-2009 at 09:08 PM

Anthony's in Ensenada has offered around the clock care for years. It's said that some clients never leave. They really, really like it there.
Now....If they can only get Medicare to help with the bill................

CaboRon - 5-16-2009 at 10:18 PM

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Originally posted by DENNIS
Anthony's in Ensenada has offered around the clock care for years. It's said that some clients never leave. They really, really like it there.
Now....If they can only get Medicare to help with the bill................


Dennis,

While Medicare will cover a skilled nursing facility if you spend down to the destitute level,

They consider assisted living facilities to be "a luxery"

The three thousand a month we pay for my Mother is cash only.

CaboRon



[Edited on 5-17-2009 by CaboRon]

Martyman - 5-18-2009 at 08:25 AM

I would consider Anthony's to be a "skilled nursing facility". ;)

jeans - 8-1-2009 at 09:49 PM

Does anyone have any experience with this facility? Doesn't hurt to start looking at options

Bajahowodd - 8-1-2009 at 11:44 PM

The Medicare issue has been debated for years. The fact that Mexican facilities already charge much less than similar facilities in the States, would appear to be a match made in heaven. Medicare, if extended across the border, could actually benefit from the lower prices. Seems like a win-win to me. But, will it ever happen?

Hi Jeans

Gypsy Jan - 8-2-2009 at 04:08 PM

Cha Cha of Cha Cha's Cafe in Rosarito is a retired nurse who offers "Incare" for seniors in the Rosarito area.

I met her about seven or so years ago when she first opened her coffe/sandwich spot, but I do not have an email address for her.

Here's a link to a story in the Baja Times about her charity work: http://www.bajatimes.com/articlesDetail.asp?sid=793

I hope that this will help you out!

jeans - 8-2-2009 at 08:14 PM

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Originally posted by Gypsy Jan
Cha Cha of Cha Cha's Cafe in Rosarito is a retired nurse who offers "Incare" for seniors in the Rosarito area.

I met her about seven or so years ago when she first opened her coffe/sandwich spot, but I do not have an email address for her.

Here's a link to a story in the Baja Times about her charity work: http://www.bajatimes.com/articlesDetail.asp?sid=793

I hope that this will help you out!


Thanks...Can you tell me where Cha Cha's Cafe is? Another sister is coming down next week...we may do some research.

Von - 8-2-2009 at 08:21 PM

Cha Chas Cafe on the right side 2 miles south of Am PM Mini market right before the

Red light cannt miss it its the first floor of a 3 story white building.

jeans - 8-2-2009 at 08:21 PM

Thanks, Von!!

Von - 8-2-2009 at 08:24 PM

I know Jan personally shes is a very good friend of our family in Rosarito.

Jeans

Keri - 8-3-2009 at 08:33 AM

Cha Cha and her crew took care of my mom while she was here in Rosarito. They did a great job. I would highly recommend her. Her group is called Incare its up stairs from her restaurant. I understand she has opened up an assisted living facility also. I wish my mom was still living here in Baja she would love to live there. It just wasn't soon enough for us, that was 3 years ago. Good Luck with your search. She does in home service also, that is what she was doing for my mother. if your parents need some help she's perfect for the job,k :yes:

jeans - 8-3-2009 at 12:54 PM

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Originally posted by Keri
Cha Cha and her crew took care of my mom while she was here in Rosarito. They did a great job. I would highly recommend her. Her group is called Incare its up stairs from her restaurant. I understand she has opened up an assisted living facility also. I wish my mom was still living here in Baja she would love to live there. It just wasn't soon enough for us, that was 3 years ago. Good Luck with your search. She does in home service also, that is what she was doing for my mother. if your parents need some help she's perfect for the job,k :yes:


Thanks Keri, Jan & Von...personal recommendations mean a lot....

Jeans, You Are Welcome

Gypsy Jan - 8-3-2009 at 01:21 PM

I agree one hundred percent, good word-of-mouth information from people you trust is priceless.

Von, thanks for the kind comment ("she says while blushing").

[Edited on 8-3-2009 by Gypsy Jan]