Oakmont of Escondido Hills

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  • Interior

    A bright and spacious lobby with elegant furnishings, a central flower arrangement, and a decorative chandelier.
  • Decor

    A cozy restaurant dining room featuring a fireplace and elegant table settings.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, surrounded by bookshelves and featuring a chessboard in the foreground.
  • Building

    A beautiful hotel entrance surrounded by lush landscaping and palm trees.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom featuring a floral comforter on the bed, accent pillows, a bedside lamp on the nightstand, and a pair of slippers on the floor.
  • Trees

    A sunny day view of a house with two garages and American flags displayed.
  • Windows

    A spacious and elegantly furnished living room with a chandelier, fireplace, and grand piano.
  • Dining

    A spacious dining room with elegantly set tables and chandeliers.
  • Landscaping

    A beautifully landscaped garden with palm trees and a central fountain under a clear blue sky.
  • Lighting

    A spacious and elegantly decorated foyer with a chandelier, wooden doors, and stylish furniture.
  • Garden

    A cozy outdoor patio with a fireplace and comfortable seating surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Entrance

    The entrance of a hotel flanked by palm trees and well-maintained landscaping.
  • Floor Plan

    Floor plan of a Redwood one-bedroom apartment at Oakmont.
  • Chandelier

    An elegant dining room with set tables and chandeliers.

Oakmont of Escondido Hills

3012 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.6 from 63 reviews
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Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Pricing

Oakmont of Escondido Hills presents a range of living options that are competitively priced within the context of San Diego County and the broader state of California. For instance, the cost for a semi-private room is $3,795, which is slightly above the county average of $3,518 and notably higher than the statewide average of $3,333. Studio apartments at Oakmont are priced at $4,495, surpassing both local and state averages. The one-bedroom units, offered at $5,495, also reflect a premium compared to San Diego County's average of $4,315 and California's average of $4,340. Finally, two-bedroom accommodations are available for $6,995 - this figure considerably exceeds both the county's and state's averages of $5,219 and $5,270 respectively. While these rates may be higher than some competitors in the area, they reflect Oakmont's commitment to providing exceptional services and quality care tailored to enhance residents' lifestyles.

Room TypeOakmont of Escondido HillsSan Diego CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$3,795$3,518$3,333
Studio$4,495$4,217$4,145
1 Bedroom$5,495$4,315$4,340
2 Bedrooms$6,995$5,219$5,270

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The garden area for Memory Care is described as very nice, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere of the facility.
    • pro The aides are regarded as wonderful and dedicated, earning appreciation for their hard work.
    • pro Residents enjoy a high quality of food and dining service, with many expressing satisfaction with its taste and presentation.
    • pro The staff at Oakmont of Escondido Hills are consistently described as friendly, caring, and attentive to the needs of residents.
    • pro The cleanliness and maintenance of the community are frequently highlighted, with many noting that it exceeds expectations.
    • pro There is a positive ambiance within the facility, characterized by happy residents and engaging activities.
    • pro Many reviewers express their intention to recommend Oakmont of Escondido Hills to others based on their favorable experiences.
    • pro The location is appreciated for its peaceful suburban environment, complemented by lovely grounds and outdoor spaces.
    • pro Residents feel welcomed and at home due to the supportive community atmosphere created by both staff and fellow residents.
    • pro Families appreciate how staff recognize residents by name, fostering a sense of belonging for loved ones living there.

    Cons

    • pro One reviewer mentioned that their loved one constantly complains about the food service, describing it as lukewarm with slow service and long waits.
    • pro There were repeated requests for maintenance support regarding issues with the stove and refrigerator, but no action was taken to resolve these problems.
    • pro Although one reviewer felt the facility was beautiful, they noted that it was more than they wanted to spend.
    • pro Another visitor expressed disappointment over the high deposit required, which exceeded their budget.
    • pro A reviewer indicated that despite the positive aspects of Oakmont, their loved one's experience with respite care was only regarded as a "good" experience rather than excellent or highly satisfactory.

    Review

    Oakmont of Escondido Hills has garnered a plethora of reviews from families and residents alike, showcasing a community that is both welcoming and well-managed. The facility is particularly noted for its beautiful garden area which serves as a serene outdoor space for Memory Care patients. Residents and their families appreciate the commitment of the aides, describing them as wonderful, professional, and truly dedicated to their work—often expressing concerns about their compensation relative to the demanding care they provide.

    The staff at Oakmont is consistently commended for their friendliness and attentiveness across various departments, from food service to medical staff. Families report feeling welcomed and supported during both tours and when visiting loved ones. One reviewer highlighted how well the staff knows each resident by name, which fosters a sense of belonging within the community. The atmosphere overall is described as clean and joyful, with many noting that residents seem happy—a key indicator of quality in such facilities.

    In terms of amenities, Oakmont offers an impressive array of services that enhance the living experience for residents. The dining hall receives high praise for its cleanliness and quality food; however, some have suggested that an increase in menu variety would be beneficial. Many activities are available to engage residents, from bingo nights to live musical performances—creating opportunities for socializing that many find delightful. Additionally, there’s ample outdoor space complete with a large Spanish-style courtyard where residents can enjoy peace amidst nature.

    The architectural charm of Oakmont's design is also frequently mentioned, featuring old-style California-Spanish architecture that adds character to the setting. Some reviewers detailed specific experiences during tours—mentioning how impressed they were with both the cleanliness and layout of the rooms as well as common areas designed to promote interaction among residents while maintaining safety standards. Those who visit often remark on how special it feels; one family even appreciated being sent home with a homemade apple pie after their tour.

    Though overwhelmingly positive reviews dominate feedback about Oakmont, there are legitimate concerns raised regarding certain aspects of care—particularly around food service inconsistencies such as slow delivery times or meals served lukewarm. Additionally, issues related to maintenance requests not being adequately followed up on have also been expressed by some families whose loved ones reside in memory care units.

    Despite these concerns, many express contentment with choosing Oakmont for their loved ones or themselves. A sentiment echoed throughout numerous reviews highlights a successful transition into this community—that moving in was made easier by supportive staff who assist new residents in adapting to this new chapter in life. Testimonials reveal heartfelt gratitude towards staff who provided exceptional support during difficult periods; one family remarked on how comforting it was during their father's unexpected move to hospice care due to his needs being met with compassion by Oakmont’s team.

    Overall, Oakmont of Escondido Hills stands out as a well-regarded assisted living and memory care facility characterized by its clean environment, friendly staff members dedicated to personalized care practices while fostering enriching activities aimed at enhancing resident engagement—all set against the backdrop of lovely grounds conducive to personal enjoyment and social interaction among peers.

    Features

    Housing

    • 143 resident community capacity 143 resident community capacity
    • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
    • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
    • Detached homes Detached homes
    • Studio apartments Studio apartments

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Independent Living Independent Living
    • Memory Care Memory Care

    Pets

    • Cats allowed Cats allowed
    • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

    Amenities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Bath tubs Bath tubs
    • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
    • Beauty salon Beauty salon
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Computer center Computer center
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Financing advice Financing advice
    • Fireplaces Fireplaces
    • Fitness room Fitness room
    • Full kitchen Full kitchen
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Gaming room Gaming room
    • Garden Garden
    • Golf Golf
    • Ground floor units Ground floor units
    • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
    • Guest parking Guest parking
    • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
    • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Kitchenette Kitchenette
    • Laundry Laundry
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Overnight guests Overnight guests
    • Party space Party space
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
    • Resident parking Resident parking
    • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
    • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
    • Security gate Security gate
    • Small library Small library
    • Spa Spa
    • Swimming pool Swimming pool
    • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
    • TV room TV room
    • Telephone Telephone
    • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
    • Wellness center Wellness center
    • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
    • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
    • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

    Care Services

    • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
    • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • High acuity care High acuity care
    • Hospice care Hospice care
    • Incontinence care Incontinence care
    • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
    • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

    Dining

    • Anytime dining Anytime dining
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Gluten-free Gluten-free
    • Guest meals Guest meals
    • International cuisine International cuisine
    • Kosher Kosher
    • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • No Sugar No Sugar
    • Professional chef Professional chef
    • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
    • Room service Room service
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Special dining programs Special dining programs
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Art classes Art classes
    • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
    • Book club Book club
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Concierge services Concierge services
    • Cooking classes Cooking classes
    • Cooking club Cooking club
    • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Games Games
    • Gardening club Gardening club
    • Happy hour Happy hour
    • Karaoke Karaoke
    • Live musical performances Live musical performances
    • Live well programs Live well programs
    • Planned day trips Planned day trips
    • Religious services Religious services
    • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
    • Stories Stories
    • Tai Chi Tai Chi
    • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
    • Wii bowling Wii bowling
    • Wine tasting Wine tasting
    • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

    Languages Spoken

    • English English

    Description

    Oakmont of Escondido Hills in Escondido, CA is an assisted living community that offers a range of housing options including 2-bedroom apartments, detached homes, and studio apartments. The community provides various types of care, including independent living and memory care for those with cognitive impairments.

    Residents at Oakmont of Escondido Hills enjoy a wide array of amenities to enhance their daily lives. These amenities include activities on-site, air-conditioning, bath tubs, a beautician on-site, beauty salon services, cable or satellite TV, community-operated transportation for outings and appointments, a computer center, devotional services both off-site and on-site, and a dining room where residents can enjoy delicious meals prepared by a professional chef.

    The community also features additional amenities such as financing advice for potential residents or family members seeking assistance with the financial aspects of senior living. Other amenities include fireplaces in common areas to create a cozy ambiance, a fitness room to encourage physical activity and wellness among residents, fully furnished accommodations for convenience, gaming rooms for recreational activities, beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces to enjoy nature, golf opportunities nearby for those who enjoy the sport.

    Oakmont of Escondido Hills strives to provide personalized care by offering certain services like home sale assistance to help residents transition smoothly into their new living arrangement. Housekeeping services are available to ensure a clean and comfortable environment while laundry facilities make it easy to stay fresh. Move-in coordination is offered to ease the process of settling into the community.

    For those seeking relaxation and tranquility, there is a spa on-site as well as an indoor swimming pool and hot tub. The community also includes common areas such as small libraries for quiet reading time or socializing with other residents. A TV room is available for group entertainment purposes.

    Transportation is readily accessible with resident parking options available. For medical appointments or consultations outside the community grounds transportation can be arranged. VA Benefits Consultation is offered for veterans who may be eligible for additional assistance.

    Oakmont of Escondido Hills prioritizes the well-being of its residents with amenities like a wellness center and wheelchair accessible showers. Wi-Fi/high-speed internet is available to ensure residents can stay connected with their loved ones.

    The community provides quality care services, including 24-hour call systems and supervision, assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing, transfers, medication management, meal preparation and service, and specialized memory care programming for those with cognitive impairments. Incontinence care is also provided along with mental wellness programs to support overall health.

    Dining options at Oakmont of Escondido Hills cater to various dietary needs and preferences such as diabetes diets, gluten-free options, kosher meals, low/no sodium diets, no sugar options or vegetarian choices. Residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining or opt for room service. Special dining programs are also available.

    Residents have the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities designed to enrich their lives. These activities include art classes, crafts, book clubs, community-sponsored events and outings, cooking classes and clubs, day trips to nearby attractions or nature spots. There are devotional activities both on-site and off-site for those seeking spiritual enrichment.

    Educational speakers provide valuable information on lifelong learning topics while fitness programs encourage physical activity. Games and happy hour events create opportunities for socializing and bonding among residents. Musical performances add entertainment value while planned day trips provide exciting adventures outside the community grounds.

    Religious services are available on-site alongside resident-run activities that promote engagement within the community. Scheduled daily activities ensure there is always something to do while storytelling sessions foster camaraderie among residents. Tai Chi and yoga/chair yoga classes promote relaxation and flexibility while wine tasting offers a unique experience for residents to enjoy.

    Oakmont of Escondido Hills is conveniently located near cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices restaurants transportation hubs, and hospitals, offering easy access to essential services and amenities within the surrounding area.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    This part of Escondido, California offers a variety of amenities that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a peaceful and convenient living environment. With several parks nearby such as Kit Carson Park and Rancho Bernardo Community Park, residents can enjoy leisurely walks or picnics in beautiful outdoor settings. There are also numerous dining options ranging from casual eateries like McDonald's to more upscale restaurants like Burger Bench and Filippi's Pizza Grotto Escondido. In terms of healthcare, there are several medical facilities and pharmacies within a short distance, including Graybill Medical Group and Walgreens. Transportation options are also readily available with MTS Del Lago Station nearby. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded community for seniors seeking a comfortable and well-connected neighborhood to call home.

    Parks

    • Kit Carson Park (0.4 miles)
    • Rancho Bernardo Community Park (2.7 miles)
    • Liberty Park (4.6 miles)
    • Pioneer Park (5 miles)
    • Lucido Park (5.6 miles)
    • Woodland Park (6.3 miles)
    • 4S Ranch Sports Park (6.6 miles)

    Restaurants

    • Orfila Vineyards (1.1 miles)
    • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
    • McDonald's (1.9 miles)
    • Plan 9 Alehouse (3.1 miles)
    • Burger Bench (3.1 miles)
    • Filippi's Pizza Grotto Escondido (3.1 miles)
    • McDonald's (3.4 miles)

    Transportation

    • MTS Del Lago Station (1.2 miles)
    • Sabre Springs Parkway Transit Center (8.5 miles)

    Physicians

    • Allergy & Asthma Med Group (1.5 miles)
    • Sarina Adhikary Sharma, MD (3 miles)
    • Graybill Medical Group - Escondido Grand Office (3 miles)
    • Richard M. Foxx, MD (3.2 miles)
    • Dr Schiffmans (3.2 miles)
    • Brano Cizmar, MD (3.2 miles)
    • Paul W Hinshaw DO (3.2 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
    • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
    • Walgreens (3.4 miles)
    • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (3.8 miles)
    • Vons Pharmacy (3.9 miles)

    Cafes

    • Okavango Outpost (3.5 miles)
    • Starbucks (5.3 miles)
    • Mostra Coffee 4S (5.4 miles)
    • Starbucks (5.9 miles)
    • Panera Bread (6.9 miles)
    • Angelika Film Center & Cafe - Carmel Mountain (7.2 miles)

    Hospitals

    • Palomar Medical Center Escondido (4.6 miles)
    • Premiere Surgery Center (5.2 miles)
    • Pomerado Hospital (5.9 miles)
    • Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo (6.6 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • Mission Hills Church (7.1 miles)
    • Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church (8.6 miles)

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