Ben Clark
Apr 2024
Great facility for those who need assistant living or 24 Hour nursing Staff are friendly and professional Room and board prices are fair
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 28
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Church related
- Certified beds
- 40
- Inspections
- View history (46 citations)
- Care continuum
- Independent living through skilled nursing and hospice
- Nursing coverage
- Nurses reachable by phone around the clock
- Health services
- Mobile dentistry and podiatry visits on-site
- Support services
- Transportation and appointment scheduling for residents
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe Bethesda Christian Retirement as a small, faith-oriented community where staff show genuine warmth and consistency over long stays, including for residents with Alzheimer's. Multiple reviewers who visited frequently or had relatives there for years praised the administrator's attentiveness and the cleanliness of the facility, though one shorter review was less enthusiastic.
The Good
- Staff described as compassionate and consistent over years
- Administrator personally engages with residents and families
- Handles progression from independent living through hospice
- Facility described as clean and well-kept
- Mobile dentistry and podiatry services available on-site
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
- Only one lower-rated review, with limited detail on concerns
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Bethesda Christian Retirement is a senior living community in Hayward, California offering Independent Living and Assisted Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 11 reviews.
About Bethesda Christian Retirement
Bethesda Home is a senior living community in Hayward, California offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing for short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, or hospice.
The community maintains a quiet, relaxing environment and is staffed with trained certified nursing assistants and licensed nurses who provide personal care. Staff members are highly experienced with decades of combined hands-on care experience, and nurses are available by phone around the clock for questions about care.
Residents have access to regular check-ups, mobile dentistry, mobile podiatry, and other health services. The community is supported by mobile and social services to address resident needs.
Bethesda Home provides social services including transportation and appointment scheduling to help residents maintain connections with family and friends and manage their daily activities.
Types of Care at Bethesda Christian Retirement
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Security
- Transportation Services
Activities
- Grocery Shopping and Errands
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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4.3overall · 11 ratings combined
4.3★ on Google (11)
Diane Willemssen
Feb 2024
I can't say enough for the excellent service, love, care, devotion and wholehearted commitment of the Staff, Nurses, CNAs, Activities Director, the Admin, Everyone who works at Bethesda. Mom has been there almost 2 years and I can see how much she loves the people who care for her. She always smiles when they walk in the room. They show a genuine love that brings so much joy to her and our family as well as the other Residents. This was not an easy decision for our family but Mom needed the type of care Bethesda offers and truly delivers. May the Lord richly bless Bethesda and All who work and volunteer there. If anyone is considering a place for their loved one and concerned for their well being, rest assured Bethesda is the place for them. They will be well cared for and loved. They will not be neglected and they will listen to the needs of the Residents and families and do their best to deliver. The place is clean and they are thorough in all they do. God bless you Bethesda Family and Friends for all you do. Smiles and much love!!
Sharon Trueworthy
Jun 2018
My Aunt was a resident at Bethesda for almost 2 years. I visited nearly every day, at various times and I found the staff to be very compassionate & attentive. The administrator sets the standards very high by his example of reaching out to the residents and their families to assist them in any way he can. Bethesda deserves a 5 star rating.
Manuel Hernandez (Manny)
Jan 2018
They have been taking incredible and loving care of my mother (who lives with Alzheimer's) for nearly five years. They are the real deal, day or night, announced or improvised, any time you visit you will see them deliver the same care and love for the residents. I researched them very deeply before moving my mom there (CMS, County, BBB, etc.) and I have been reassured of my decision since. Additionally, they are very unique in their offering of the whole spectrum, from independent living to skilled nursing, so your loved one gets taken care of as they progress through the stages with a degenerative disease. I will be forever thankful to them for all they did for my mom.
Willie Johnson
May 2017
Its big, lots of areas to sit nice furniture nice color nice people good place to pray for everyone
Government Inspection History
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 46 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Oct 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 20, 2024
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Use approved construction type or materials.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 22, 2024
Nov 2, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 29, 2023
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 29, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 28, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 28, 2023
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 28, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 29, 2023
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 29, 2023
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 29, 2023
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 28, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 29, 2023
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 29, 2023
Oct 21, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard18 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2022
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2022
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Bethesda Christian Retirement offer?
Bethesda Christian Retirement offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.
Where is Bethesda Christian Retirement located?
Bethesda Christian Retirement is located at 22427 Montgomery in Hayward, California.
What do families say about Bethesda Christian Retirement?
Families describe Bethesda Christian Retirement as a small, faith-oriented community where staff show genuine warmth and consistency over long stays, including for residents with Alzheimer's. Multiple reviewers who visited frequently or had relatives there for years praised the administrator's attentiveness and the cleanliness of the facility, though one shorter review was less enthusiastic.
How did Bethesda Christian Retirement do on recent health and safety inspections?
Bethesda Christian Retirement had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 46 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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