Sterling House of DeSoto provides our residents with lifestyles, housing, care and services in comfortable surroundings combined with exceptional amenities, programs and care. Through Brookdale's signature Personalized Assisted Living we customize our care offerings for the individual. This allows each resident the freedom and opportunity to make choices that will ease their lifestyle transitions. Our residents enjoy life with the support they need, coupled with the appropriate accommodations as their needs change.

At Sterling House of DeSoto we promise Respect for Individual Preferences by offering personalized care needs and providing an atmosphere that encourages each resident to live in health and longevity. We also offer special housing and care options for those who require assistance with the activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing and dispensing of medications. Our community offers graduated levels of care based upon the individual need of residents, as determined by our continual assessment process. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents every day with signature services for those who value their freedom and independence, but desire or need services providing them with the highest level of quality, care and value.

(Provided by Gilbert Guide's on-site reviewer)

Alterra Sterling House of DeSoto and its grounds are surrounded by an undeveloped tract of wooded land, in utter peace and quiet. The facility resembles a large family home, with an inviting porch that leads to the white stone and brick exterior. Neat landscaping surrounds the home. Shade trees and comfortable seating make socializing in the outdoor area popular among residents, who also enjoy manicures, sewing, board games, arts and crafts, movie nights, happy hour and religious services. As we arrived for our tour, a lively group of residents prepared to go shopping. Cheerful residents mingled in small groups throughout the home. Staff members were friendly and enthusiastic as they went about their work.

The furnishings in the common areas feature a mix of solids and floral patterns. A fireplace creates a dramatic focal point in one of the common rooms, furnished with dark wood tables and armoires. Immaculate earth-toned carpet runs throughout the building. The library provides residents with a tranquil spot for reading or quiet contemplation. The home is brightened by natural and fluorescent light as well as brass and frosted glass fixtures. Painted landscapes hang on the pale walls of the broad hallways. Residents furnish the moderately sized rooms, which feature neutral-colored walls and carpet that complement a variety of décor. Wide chairs provide residents with comfortable seating as they take their meals at the matching dark wooden tables in the spacious dining area. The menu on the day of our visit announced a meal of beef stew, salad, baked apples and peach pie. Snacks are available all day long.