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The Woodlake in Sacramento, CA

The Woodlake is an assisted living and memory care community in Sacramento, CA.

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The Woodlake in Sacramento, CA

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  • Interior

    A warmly decorated lobby featuring a central fireplace flanked by comfortable chairs and artwork.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with natural light, featuring a bed, window, decorative plants, and wooden furniture.
  • Living Room

    A modern apartment with an open kitchen, dining area, and living room.
  • Building

    A hotel exterior with a parking lot and flags at the entrance.
  • Architecture

    A modern apartment complex with a spacious parking lot, set against a cloudy sky.
  • Bedroom

    A view of a well-furnished bedroom with an adjoining bathroom.
  • Windows

    A cozy living room with neutral decor, featuring a sofa, chairs, and soft lighting.
  • Dining

    A spacious and well-lit cafe interior with empty tables and chairs.
  • Kitchen

    A modern dining and kitchen area with stylish decor and warm lighting.
  • Lighting

    A well-lit hallway leads into a cozy dining area with tables and chairs.
  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable armchairs, and warm decor.
  • Seating Area

    A spacious living room with a high ceiling, featuring large windows, a cozy seating area around a fireplace, and an elegant chandelier.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy outdoor patio with comfortable seating and a stone fireplace under a covered roof.
  • Lobby

    A spacious and elegantly designed hotel lobby with a central reception desk, modern lighting, and stylish decor.

1445 Expo Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95815

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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The Woodlake Costs & Pricing

The Woodlake offers a range of accommodation options at competitive pricing compared to both Sacramento County and the broader California market. For instance, their studio apartments are priced at $4,175 per month, which is slightly above the county's average of $3,865 but aligns closely with the state average of $4,145. Semi-private rooms at The Woodlake are priced significantly higher at $5,455, juxtaposed against much lower averages of $3,106 in the county and $3,333 statewide. One-bedroom units similarly reflect this trend, costing $5,465 while county and state averages sit at $3,758 and $4,340 respectively. Finally, for those seeking more space, The Woodlake's two-bedroom option is listed at $6,920 - a notable premium over both Sacramento County's average of $4,303 and California's average of $5,270. Overall, while The Woodlake presents higher costs than local and state competitors across most room types, it emphasizes quality living that may justify the investment for prospective residents.

Floor plansThe WoodlakeSacramento CountyCalifornia
Studio$4,175$3,865$4,145
Semi-Private$5,455$3,106$3,333
1 Bedroom$5,465$3,758$4,340
2 Bedrooms$6,920$4,303$5,270

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Overall Review of The Woodlake

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff support is a recurring theme

Residents and families repeatedly describe a team that is kind, responsive, and easy to work with.

Across multiple reviews, residents’ families say the staff is friendly, helpful, and quick to respond to requests. Several reviewers also mention feeling reassured because communication is consistent and the team treats loved ones with consideration. A few reviews point out slower administration or breakdowns in follow-through, but even those comments still describe moments of strong personal support.

common 14 reviews mention this

Dining quality stands out

Dining is frequently praised, with residents and families describing meals as notably good.

Many reviewers highlight meal quality, including praise for the chef and meals that feel better than what they expected. Several also describe restaurant-style dining, along with variety like special brunch events. There are also a couple of negative food-related mentions, including concerns about mediocrity and an incident involving spoiled food, so dining satisfaction isn’t universal.

  • A modern dining and kitchen area with stylish decor and warm lighting.
  • A modern apartment with an open kitchen, dining area, and living room.
  • A well-lit hallway leads into a cozy dining area with tables and chairs.
common 13 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Reviews repeatedly mention engaging activities and a steady daily schedule.

Residents and families often say the community keeps people involved, with activities ranging from fitness and arts to outings and holiday events. Multiple reviews describe residents looking forward to the schedule and forming friendships through shared programming. While some reviews focus more on care and logistics, the overall tone across many comments is that there’s usually something happening.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Memory care staffing is inconsistent

Some families say memory care has staffing and supervision gaps.

A few reviews express concern that memory care supervision isn’t strong enough and that there aren’t enough staff for residents. Others go further and say the memory care program doesn’t feel adequately staffed or trained for dementia care needs. At the same time, multiple reviews describe memory care residents as well cared for and engaged, which suggests experiences may vary.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Costs and refund timelines raise concerns

Pricing and administrative follow-through are common points of frustration.

Several reviews mention concerns about cost and affordability, including rate increases and overall expense compared with other options. Separately, at least one reviewer describes a deposit refund request with delays and no meaningful updates within the promised timeframe. These issues can affect trust for some families even when reviews are otherwise positive about care and day-to-day interaction.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 144 resident community capacity 144 resident community capacity

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
  • 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
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Sacramento International (10 miles away) Sacramento International (10 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • 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
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • 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
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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
  • Organic Organic
  • 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
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • 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
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Sacramento, California offers a variety of healthcare options, including physicians specializing in ear, nose, and throat conditions, eye care, skin surgery, and sleep solutions. There are several pharmacies conveniently located within a few miles for easy access to medications. The area also features beautiful parks like Sutter's Landing and McKinley Park, perfect for leisurely walks or picnics. In terms of dining options, there is a diverse selection of restaurants serving various cuisines, as well as cozy cafes for enjoying a cup of coffee. Nearby places of worship like St Francis of Assisi cater to spiritual needs, while transportation options such as Amtrak make it convenient to travel. Additionally, there is a hospital nearby for any medical emergencies and an entertainment venue like Regal Natomas Marketplace for movie enthusiasts. Overall, this neighborhood provides a blend of healthcare services, recreation opportunities, dining choices, and cultural amenities that could make it a suitable location for senior living in Sacramento.

Physicians

  • Tak Andrew J MD (0.4 miles)
  • Sacramento Ear Nose & Throat (0.4 miles)
  • Sacramento Eye Consultants (1 miles)
  • Eye Designs Optometry - Arden (1.6 miles)
  • Laser & Skin Surgery Center of Northern California (2 miles)
  • McIlraith Thomas B MD Mercy General Hospital (2 miles)
  • California Sleep Solutions (2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Kaiser Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)

Parks

  • Sutter's Landing Park (1 miles)
  • Sutter's Landing Dog Park (1.1 miles)
  • McKinley Park (1.6 miles)
  • Riverfront Promenade (2.2 miles)
  • Capitol Park (2.5 miles)
  • Granite Park (2.7 miles)
  • Roosevelt Park (2.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Del Taco (1.9 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2 miles)
  • LowBrau (2 miles)
  • Bear Dive (2.1 miles)
  • OBO' Italian Table & Bar (2.1 miles)
  • Mikuni Japanese Restaurant (2.2 miles)
  • Mercantile Saloon (2.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Temple Coffee (1.9 miles)
  • Milka Coffee Roasters (1.9 miles)
  • Temple Coffee Roasters (2 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.3 miles)
  • Tupelo Coffee House (2.4 miles)
  • Temple (2.5 miles)
  • Temple Coffee (2.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Francis of Assisi (2 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak Sacramento Valley Station (2.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Greater Sacramento Surgery Center (3 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Natomas Marketplace Screenx, 4Dx & RPX (3.5 miles)

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