Evergreen Cottage I is a residential care facility for the elderly located in Sierra Madre, California. Licensed by the California Department of Social Services, the facility provides assisted living in a board and care home setting for up to six residents. Evergreen Cottage I offers support with activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as standby supervision with eating. The home features accessible design elements for easy mobility, clean bathrooms, and a comfortable, home-like atmosphere.
The facility utilizes technology-supported medical and care coordination systems. Through Care Innovations – Quietcare and Skynet Technology, Evergreen Cottage I employs an electronic Medication Administration Record system to help ensure accurate medication management and tracking. This digital system helps staff monitor residents’ medication schedules and documentation, enhancing safety and reducing the risk of errors. In addition to medication support, on-site podiatry services are available, allowing for ongoing foot care without the need to leave the facility. Caregiving staff are present 24/7 to assist with residents' needs, including personal care tasks and managing medications.
Evergreen Cottage I is noted by residents and their families for its cleanliness, quality of home-cooked meals, engaging activities, and the attentive, communicative staff. The location in Sierra Madre is considered convenient, and residents benefit from a homelike setting that supports individualized attention. While most feedback emphasizes satisfaction with the quality of care, one reviewer mentioned potential limitations for residents with higher-level care needs or for couples and raised questions about nighttime staffing levels. Overall, Evergreen Cottage I provides an assisted living environment with focus on safety, personal care, and resident wellbeing.
Costs at this community start at $4,500 and range up to $8,500. The average price in the community is $6,500, which is more than the average price in the area of $6,106. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
