Heartis San Antonio

My stepfather was here for the last 8 months of his life. He befriended many of the caregivers, the receptionists and the dining staff and was very fond of them all. In-house podiatry and hair salon services were great. He also loved the food, and I can attest to the quality there. It is difficult to retain staff at any assisted living, but I think they have a great culture there. The entertainment/activities were very good. Thank you, Heartis care givers for taking such good care of Dad!

Good afternoon Everyone. I would like to put a small write up together on the culinary side of things. I have been the Executive chef here at Heartis for 1 year and 24 days and counting. As I stepped in Immediate changes were made for the better. I adjusted the menu to the residents likes. We added in food items that were well liked and also popular. We also added in doing theme events, where we really stepped up and put together a great presentation of the foods. We also include Memory care for this, should they not be able to attend, we would send them the foods so they can enjoy it as well. we did the same for the Room trays we prepare and sent to their rooms. I am very active in the role of speaking with the residents, and getting to know their likes and dislikes, including specific diets that we adhere to with some, using the special meals we are serving set to the diet of each resident that has a special need. Our teams are very positive and we all work together to make sure what we do daily with our cooking is fresh vibrant, nice looking plating, and tasteful. I am also posting a few photos of some of our foods we have done, to show the creativity we have and the flair for presenting the food we serve here at Heartis San Antonio, Texas. Bon Appetit, Phillip Salinas CEC Emeritus, PCII Executive Chef Heartis San Antonio

After my dad had a stroke, he wasn’t able to do things he once did. We asked a service to help us find the best possible accommodations for him. We toured numerous programs and had to decide between two. The specialist said the food is way better at Heartis, it’s served on real plates (not styrofoam), and with table cloths. As food is important to dad, we chose Heartis. SO glad we did! Dad said he feels like he’s on a cruise ship with as many activities as Ms. Jo Jo plans daily and Chef Phil and his team create beautiful meals. JoJo has different companies come in each week that provide live music, animal hugs, happy hour, interactive Historian lectures, in house hairdresser, PT/OT, support groups, and once a month she collaborates with Chef to throw a giant themed party for residents and family members. Dad can’t believe he has someone who does his laundry, cleans his apartment, cooks his meals etc. He said- it’s like a cruise ship. “The only time I lift a finger is when I want my drink refilled and someone comes running over to do it.” I’m overjoyed with how happy he is. He has friends again, is active again and is even in charge of Trivia on Fridays. The care staff really do care about my dad and treat him like family. We are so very blessed to have found Heartis.

Home is where the "heart is," and I love my new home here at Heartis. I have a great apartment and new friends. We retired teachers love to talk and often linger in the dining room enjoying coffee after most folks are gone. The staff really does care about us! Heartis is truly resident-centered. I am doing things I love to do and am really loving the freedom to do them.