Cogir of Fremont

My mom lived at Cogir for six years and I used to visit her there and I was always impressed with all of her neighbors who were wonderful people, many of whom befriended her, even developing a routine where they would stop by and knock on her door to accompany her down to dinner. When I stayed with Mom sometimes as her guest, I would buy myself a meal pass and enjoy the food, the service and the companionship in the great dining room. Mom had a nice little one bedroom apartment with a balcony, and since I have moved into my own studio apartment here, I’ve enjoyed knowing many of the same people who were friends to her before she left us.

There is a treasure trove of opportunity to not only know these residents of many years, but also new residents who are also discovering new friends in this community.

The building itself is pleasantly appointed, with many windows and nice little couches and chairs along the hallways where people can sit and visit.

It’s in a nice neighborhood with tree lined sidewalks and great shopping nearby with even a Whole Foods across the street, and you can walk to Raleys or to Washington Hospital or Kaiser, and you can schedule a ride to anywhere in Fremont. The people at the front desk are wonderful, as are the wait servers in the dining room and the people who arrange the many craft and exercise classes, bingo and other enjoyable community activities.

There are two beautiful grand pianos, one in the library one in the library and the other in the grand dining room, and since I have moved in they are putting in fresh new carpet and new furniture in the TV room, library and lobby. I enjoy my room and its balcony and the step-in shower and the remote controlled heater/air conditioner.

I’ve made many friends not only among my fellow residents but also among the truly dedicated staff and management. They bend over backwards to make sure that I’m OK and they convey a sense of happiness and a family like care that I really appreciate.

They are so concerned and careful about everyone’s health, and are meticulous about visitors checking in, and make certain that everyone who comes there is vetted with a detailed inquiry regarding Covid. All the residents have had their shots, masks are required at all times except while sitting at the table eating, and the staff is always ready with friendly reminders in case someone’s not wearing a mask, and everyone is given a temperature check that is documented every day. I have no worries whatsoever recording regarding the care taken to ensure our health and safety.

On top of that, this is a place where goodwill is fostered through activities and spirited care, celebrations, and the comfort of being with wonderful people with many life experiences in a facility that is in its own way grand and very accommodating, from the quality of the housekeeping and the food service to the encouragement of music, which is always in the air in the lobby and game room, with musical events a regular thing, and welcoming of the music provided by talented residents on the beautiful pianos.

My parents have lived here at Cogir Retirement Community for a year and a half. First, I would like to acknowledge the staff because they are who make this community a place you or your loved ones call home. They truly become you family. From Mae who is a ray of sunshine, greeting you at reception to everyone in between including Executive director, Sanjay. Sanjay took the time to help me navigate assisting my mother who has had to be in a rehabilitation facility recovering from hip replacement surgery. I am grateful for how they have gone above and beyond to make sure their residents (family) are taken care of.
The spacious apartments: studios, one bedrooms and two bedrooms which are a hard find in senior living. The grounds and amenities out weigh others in the area by far. There is an outdoor courtyard that is so peaceful. They have a large dining room, library with a piano where former residents family even come back to play for everyone to enjoy. This is just one of the testaments of the relationships they build here. Visiting this community in your search for yourself or loved ones is a must.