Hillcrest Royale in Thousand Oaks, CA

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Hillcrest Royale in Thousand Oaks, CA

Hillcrest Royale is an assisted living and memory care community in Thousand Oaks, CA.

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190 East Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

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

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Overall Review of Hillcrest Royale

Pros

  • pro Hillcrest Royale provides high quality care and excellent food.
  • pro The staff are loving, nurturing, and go above and beyond to meet residents’ needs.
  • pro Families feel relieved knowing their loved ones are well cared for at Hillcrest Royale.
  • pro Residents experience renewed independence and improved quality of life thanks to supportive staff.
  • pro The community has a warm, family-owned culture where residents are treated like family.
  • pro There are abundant activities and social opportunities that keep residents engaged and happy.
  • pro The facility is clean, well-maintained, and offers welcoming rooms and common spaces.
  • pro The staff are consistently kind, attentive, and professional, making Hillcrest Royale a trusted choice.

Cons

  • pro The facility looked outdated.
  • pro The building was somewhat dated.
  • pro The outside facilities were smaller.
  • pro The showers were very small and probably unusable for some residents.
  • pro The condition of the facility was low.
  • pro Amenities were limited.
  • pro The price quotes differed from the listed price and were significantly higher.
  • pro The website price had not been updated.

Review

Hillcrest Royale in Thousand Oaks is best suited for families that want a warm, genuinely hands-on, family-owned assisted living where care feels personal and the staff’s dedication translates into daily independence for residents. It is ideal for seniors who prize attentive, long-tenured caregivers, proactive support that encourages self-sufficiency, and meals that are a daily strength. The community’s intimate, family-style atmosphere, paired with a calendar of engaging activities and two dining rooms, appeals to those who want reassurance that care comes with real people who treat residents like kin. The location’s proximity to local services, including Kaiser across the street, further supports a steady, integrated approach to daily living and medical continuity.

Those evaluating alternatives should note that Hillcrest Royale may not align with every budget or aesthetic preference. A more modern, showroom-like campus could be preferable for families who equate updated interiors with higher comfort or status. Some reviewers described the building as dated and renovations as ongoing, with smaller showers that may not accommodate all needs. For residents requiring heavier medical oversight, intensive rehab, or specialized memory care on-site, larger facilities with broader clinical programs might perform better. Price sensitivity is real here, as a few families encountered discrepancies between advertised rates and what was quoted in person.

What makes Hillcrest Royale compelling is how its strengths offset its drawbacks. The staff’s longevity, many employees have 15-plus years, creates a stable, trusting dynamic that families value when entrusting loved ones. The owner-led, family-owned culture translates into a responsive, non-corporate environment where caregivers routinely go beyond routine tasks to support independence. Food consistently earns praise, with options and customization that turn meals into enjoyable rituals rather than mere sustenance. A rich activities program, ranging from bingo and fitness to live music and Zumba, maintains social connection and cognitive engagement, counterbalancing the trade-off of a smaller campus and fewer high-end amenities.

Care outcomes described by families reinforce the decision to choose Hillcrest Royale. Instances of regained independence after months of steady support illustrate a culture that treats residents as capable people, not as clients to be managed. Rooms are described as spacious and well maintained, with hotel-like comforts and views that ease family worry. The two dining halls, accessible outings, and a calendar packed with daily opportunities for connection help residents stay engaged. Even when renovations or pricing questions arise, the core experience, compassionate staff, reliable routines, and a true sense of community, remains the defining advantage.

Decision-makers should prioritize Hillcrest Royale when the priority is a truly supportive, home-like setting that nurtures independence and everyday well-being. It fits families seeking straightforward communication, consistent leadership from Inga and the local team, and a schedule that keeps residents actively involved. If a resident demands a slick, cutting-edge aesthetic or expects on-site, highly advanced medical services, other options with newer facilities or broader clinical offerings may perform better. Price transparency should be carefully verified on arrival, since a few families reported mismatches between online figures and in-person quotes.

Overall, Hillcrest Royale stands out as an exceptional choice for those who want a warm, active, and resident-focused community that rewards loyalty, stability, and a truly human touch. The positives, care that feels personal, a robust social calendar, generous room configurations, and dependable dining, tend to outweigh drawbacks like dated interiors or occasional pricing questions. For Thousand Oaks families weighing options, Hillcrest Royale offers a compelling blend of warmth, accountability, and value, especially for residents who want to stay engaged, maintain independence, and experience daily care delivered with genuine heart.

Features

Housing

  • 145 resident community capacity 145 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • 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
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • 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
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Oxnard (19 miles away) Oxnard (19 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • 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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Description

Hillcrest Royale in Thousand Oaks, CA offers comfortable and convenient living for seniors in need of memory care or respite care. The community provides studio apartments that are fully furnished and equipped with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. Residents can enjoy a wide range of amenities including a beauty salon, fitness room, gaming room, small library, TV room, and outdoor space.

There are various care services available to ensure the well-being of residents, including 24-hour supervision, assistance with daily activities such as bathing and dressing, medication management, physical therapy, and specialized memory care programming. The community also offers transportation arrangements for non-medical purposes as well as transportation to doctors' appointments.

Dining at Hillcrest Royale is catered to individual needs with options for low-fat meals, vegetarian dishes, special dietary restrictions, and room service. A variety of activities are organized to keep residents engaged and entertained such as arts and crafts, book club meetings, fitness programs, gardening club activities, live musical performances, religious services, scheduled daily activities, and more.

Located in Thousand Oaks, the community is surrounded by cafes, parks for recreational activities or relaxation purposes. There are also numerous pharmacies nearby ensuring easy access to medications. Additionally, there is a wide selection of physicians in the area along with restaurants for dining out or hosting guests. With its comprehensive amenities and care services along with its convenient location near various facilities/services Hillcrest Royale offers an ideal assisted living experience for seniors in Thousand Oaks.

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Sarosey Charles MD (0.1 miles)
  • Topa Diagnostics (0.4 miles)
  • Conejo Women's Health (0.4 miles)
  • Rolling Oaks Pediatrics (0.4 miles)
  • Dr Cohen - Rheumatology (0.4 miles)
  • Kryger Institute of Plastic Surgery (0.4 miles)
  • Retina Institute of California (0.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3 miles)

Restaurants

  • tarantula Hill Brewing Company (0.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.3 miles)
  • Namaste Spiceland (0.6 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (0.8 miles)
  • Del Taco (2.2 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.3 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.3 miles)
  • Lazy Dog Cafe (0.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)
  • Tifa Chocolate & Gelato (5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Thousand Oaks Surgical Hospital (0.5 miles)
  • Koveos, Efthimios DDS (1.9 miles)
  • Los Robles Hospital Cancer Center (1.9 miles)
  • Westlake Surgical Center (3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Thousand Oaks 14 (0.7 miles)

Parks

  • Conejo Creek South Park (1.4 miles)
  • Conejo Creek Park (1.9 miles)
  • Thousand Oaks Community Center and Park (2.3 miles)
  • Oak Brook Park (2.9 miles)
  • Sapwi Trails Community Park (3.2 miles)
  • Westlake Village Community Park (4.4 miles)
  • Circle X Ranch (6.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Calvary Community Church (4.2 miles)

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