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Overview of OakView Health Center

OakView Health Center provides assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care, including skilled nursing, in Thousand Oaks, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private or semi-private room; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock. The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care requirements change.

Located in the Mountclef Village neighborhood, OakView Health Center has 63 beds. Private rooms provide an individual living space, while semi-private rooms accommodate shared living. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care, and restaurant-style dining gives residents meals served in a dining setting rather than a standard cafeteria format.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare is generally used for short-term skilled care after a qualifying hospital stay, while private pay means the family or resident pays directly for care. James Mackay serves as administrator, and Oakview Hc operates the community. Total nurse staffing is 5h 32m per resident per day, representing the nursing time allocated to each resident daily.

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Baywood Court

21966 Dolores Street, Castro Valley, CA 94546
Overview of Baywood Court

Baywood Court in Castro Valley, California, provides independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, hospice care, and short-term respite stays. Operating since 1990, the community allows residents to transition between levels of care as their personal needs change over time. Assisted living options include assistance with daily routines, while hospice care offers comfort-focused support during end-of-life care. Respite stays accommodate individuals requiring temporary coverage during a regular caregiver’s absence.

Managed by administrator Manjot Kaur, the 72-bed property records an average of 5 hours and 20 minutes of direct nursing time per resident daily. Rehabilitation therapies take place at the Rehab Therapy Center. Outdoor amenities include flower and vegetable gardens alongside landscaped walking paths, with a swimming pool and hot tub available on campus.

Additional services feature restaurant-style dining with fresh ingredients, local transportation, Medicare coverage for qualifying stays, and private payment options.

Older adults seeking multi-level care or short-term relief options can reach out to Baywood Court to ask about room availability, schedule a campus visit, or review financial plans.

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Overview of Creekview Assisted Living

Creekview Assisted Living in Pleasanton, CA, provides assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while residents remain in their own living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to more intensive support can happen within the same community. Respite care is also available for a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services provide structured therapy during recovery or ongoing support, which may help a loved one who needs more than routine assistance.

The community has 136 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 26 minutes per resident each day, meaning that amount of nursing staff time is allocated to each resident daily. Medicare and private pay are accepted, with Medicare applying to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Patrick D. Mcelroy administers the community, and Creekview Hc operates it. A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of The Vineyards – California Armenian Home

Offering a continuum of care, the blissful senior living community of The Vineyards – California Armenian Home in Fresno County, Fresno, CA, empowers seniors to successfully age in place with access to care needs even as their needs change. The community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, designed to accommodate various lifestyle needs and provide excellent care. Choose from an array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, and move into a residence that perfectly matches your lifestyle needs.

The community features a hardworking team, available 24/7 to provide compassionate, efficient, and professional care and support to every resident. Residents are empowered to continue learning, growing and living life to its fullest with a plethora of activities, including gardening, Tai Chi lessons, cooking classes, and exercise sessions. Another highlight of living in the community is their exceptional dining with meals inspired by the freshest locally sourced ingredients, grown right within the community.

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Overview of Covenant Living at the Samarkand

Covenant Living at the Samarkand offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in the Samarkand neighborhood of Santa Barbara, California. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move within the community rather than start over socially. With 379 beds, this is a larger setting with more residents and staff, along with more programming. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 53 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Residents can use the fitness center and wellness center, take part in arts and crafts, and attend social events. A Walk Score of 50 out of 100 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who no longer drives. Marjan Albert serves as administrator, and Covenant Living West operates the community.

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The Forum at Rancho San Antonio

23500 Cristo Rey Dr, Cupertino, CA 95014
Overview of The Forum at Rancho San Antonio

The Forum at Rancho San Antonio is a continuing care retirement community in Cupertino, California, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since multiple types of support are available within one community. There are 817 beds. That makes this a large setting, with more residents, staff and usually programming than a smaller community.

Housing includes apartment homes and villas with one and two bedroom layouts. A two bedroom home can suit a couple moving together, while a one bedroom layout provides a separate bedroom for one resident. Pets are allowed, and a dog park gives residents with dogs a designated outdoor area.

A pool and fitness center provide options for exercise, while the art studio and woodworking shop support hands on activities. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of recovery or maintaining function. These features may make the community a good fit for someone seeking different levels of care, activity options and a pet friendly setting.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 5h 52m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rosalie B Zbasnik-Hulog serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Heritage Gardens

Set in the neighborhood of Loma Linda, CA, Heritage Gardens is a classic senior living community, offering excellent assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. The community features 110 units of carefully designed private and semi-private accommodations to provide residents a comfortable living environment that encourages a restful living environment. With a dependable care team available round-the-clock, residents are guaranteed to enjoy the care and support they need to maintain their overall well-being.

Offering access to physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services, the community guarantees residents have the tools they need to maintain their strength, mobility, and functionality. Most of the residents’ chores are also handled to give residents the freedom to do the things they love. Various activities and amenities are also available to help residents maintain an active lifestyle.

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Overview of St. John of God Retirement

St. John of God Retirement Center operates a 40-bed community in Los Angeles, California, offering assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, and skilled nursing. Licensed nurses remain on site to oversee clinical needs, with an average of 4 hours and 54 minutes of hands-on nursing time per resident each day. Living spaces range from semi-private rooms and studios to one- and two-bedroom layouts, accommodating individuals as well as couples.

Administrator Mary Arjene Aguirre oversees daily operations. Residents have convenient access to local amenities without needing a car, supported by a walk score of 81. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Older adults seeking long-term care stability in a walkable neighborhood can contact St. John of God Retirement to learn more about living arrangements and schedule a tour.

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Overview of Southland Living

Southland Living is a nursing home in Norwalk, California, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living supports daily tasks while a resident remains in their own living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care and short term rehabilitation offer temporary stays for a family caregiver who needs time away or for a resident recovering after an illness or hospital stay.

With 75 beds, Southland Living has a defined community size without the profile of a very small residence. Several care levels are available, which can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Victoria Tran serves as the administrator. The range of care may make this a good fit for someone who could need assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing as circumstances change.

A beauty and barber salon gives residents access to grooming services on site, while patios and gardens provide outdoor space. In house therapy supports rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere, and transportation to appointments helps residents attend scheduled medical visits. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby destinations independently. Medicare is accepted for eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, not for long term residence.

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Overview of Cottages at Riverside

Cottages at Riverside offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Riverside, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without leaving the community. Eva Tawfik serves as the administrator, and the community has 110 beds. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

A full service salon and spa gives residents access to personal care services within the community, while chef prepared meals are served in the dining room. The courtyard, nature trails, and outdoor pergola provide places for residents to sit or walk outdoors. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need rehabilitation support.

The area is somewhat walkable, with some errands able to be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some errands independently.

$3,795/Month Info Pricing updated on October 13th, 2026

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Assisted Living in California at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,797The average monthly cost across facilities in California. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 56/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90