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Emerald Oaks

2290 Forrest Lane, Yuba City, CA 95993

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

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Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care

Pricing

Emerald Oaks offers competitive pricing for its residents compared to the broader market in Sutter County and California. The monthly cost for a semi-private room at Emerald Oaks is $2,375, slightly below the county average of $2,395 and significantly more affordable than the state average of $3,333. For those seeking more private accommodations, the studio option at Emerald Oaks is priced at $5,000 per month. While this figure exceeds both the county's average of $3,640 and California's statewide average of $4,145, it is important to consider the unique amenities and services offered by Emerald Oaks that may justify this higher rate. Overall, Emerald Oaks presents a balanced choice for individuals looking for quality care within a reasonable price range in relation to their local area.

Room TypeEmerald OaksSutter CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$2,375$2,395$3,333
Studio$5,000$3,640$4,145

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro Emerald Oaks is well-run and offers a range of services that make it comparable in cost to other facilities.
    • pro The management team is highly accessible, knows residents by name, and stays informed about their health and activity statuses.
    • pro The night staff at Emerald Oaks are commendable and provide excellent care for hospice patients.
    • pro Communication among staff members appears to be excellent, leading to high job satisfaction and a supportive environment.
    • pro Residents and support staff seem engaged, caring, and attentive, contributing to a socially vibrant community atmosphere.
    • pro The facility is clean, fresh, and well-maintained, creating a welcoming impression upon entry.
    • pro Staff members go above and beyond to accommodate resident needs promptly and with kindness.
    • pro New residents experience enjoyable activities such as dancing parties that foster a sense of community.
    • pro Family members feel comfortable placing their loved ones at Emerald Oaks due to the respectful treatment they receive.
    • pro Overall experiences indicate that residents feel valued and cared for within the community environment of Emerald Oaks.

    Cons

    • pro The care plan seems to rely heavily on medication, lacking the ability to manage active residents effectively.
    • pro The facility appears to prefer residents who are less engaged and would rather keep them subdued while watching TV.
    • pro There are insufficient common areas for socializing, leading residents to feel isolated in their rooms.
    • pro There are no activities or opportunities for fun within the community, resulting in a lack of engagement for residents.
    • pro One reviewer stated they would not recommend keeping a loved one at Emerald Oaks even if it were free due to their negative experience.

    Review

    Emerald Oaks is a senior living community that has garnered varied feedback from families and residents, with many highlighting its positive aspects alongside some areas for improvement. At first glance, the facility might appear more expensive than others in the area; however, a closer inspection reveals that Emerald Oaks offers a comprehensive package of services—including regular laundry service—making it potentially comparable or even cheaper than competing facilities. The community is managed by a highly accessible and hands-on administrator who prioritizes the well-being of residents and their families, often greeting everyone by name and maintaining an understanding of each resident's health status daily. This high level of personal attention contributes to a strong sense of community.

    For families navigating difficult times, such as hospice care, Emerald Oaks stands out for its exceptional staff support. A hospice nurse shared her positive impressions during her visits, noting that at Emerald Oaks, night staff are particularly attentive to hospice patients—an area where other facilities can fall short. Residents benefit from this attentive care; even those whom my mother never met were aware of her needs and circumstances. This culture of communication among staff members fosters a collaborative environment where job satisfaction appears high, as noted in my conversations with employees like the handyman who expressed his enthusiasm about working there for several years.

    The serene location of Emerald Oaks adds to its appeal. Nestled in the countryside amid orchards along a peaceful road, it combines natural beauty with essential amenities. There’s easy access to major highways and shopping centers nearby, while medical facilities—including hospitals—are just a mile away. Regular visits from healthcare providers enhance the convenience for residents needing medical attention without requiring lengthy travels. With organized medication dispensing systems in place and close collaboration with doctors and pharmacies, families can feel assured about their loved ones’ health management.

    Despite some criticisms regarding certain aspects such as facility design—which leans more towards clinical rather than homely—most reviews reflect positively on cleanliness and social engagement within common areas. Many visitors note that they frequently encounter residents engaging socially throughout shared spaces. Furthermore, while the layout may not be warm and inviting at first glance, it does maintain an overall cleanliness that leaves a good impression upon entering the facility.

    While many reviewers have highlighted positive experiences regarding activities and resident engagement—with Bingo games being particularly popular—it is evident that experiences can vary widely depending on individual preferences or states of mind. For example, one reviewer pointed out how their loved one initially resisted activities but eventually became involved after encouragement from staff members who made efforts to include them in games and events planned throughout the day.

    However, not all experiences at Emerald Oaks have been favorable. One family expressed dissatisfaction regarding what they perceived as an over-reliance on medication to manage residents instead of fostering active lifestyles or social opportunities within communal spaces—a concern echoed by those perceiving limited activity options available for residents seeking interaction beyond isolated room settings. While some families have found joy in their loved ones thriving within this community—attending themed parties or enjoying nutritious meals—the contrasting narratives underscore differences in expectations versus experiences at Emerald Oaks.

    Overall, Emerald Oaks presents itself as a well-run facility backed by dedicated staff who strive to create an inclusive atmosphere despite facing challenges inherent in caregiving environments. Its commitment to personalized care remains commendable; however, potential residents’ families would do well to visit firsthand while considering individual needs when deliberating among various senior living options available in Yuba City.

    Features

    Housing

    • 99 resident community capacity 99 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 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
    • Garden view Garden view
    • 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
    • Telephone Telephone
    • 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 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
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • High acuity care High acuity 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
    • Kosher Kosher
    • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • No Sugar No Sugar
    • Organic Organic
    • Room service Room service
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Art classes Art classes
    • Brain fitness Brain fitness
    • Catholic services Catholic services
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Concierge services Concierge services
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Gardening club Gardening club
    • Live musical performances Live musical performances
    • Planned day trips Planned day trips
    • Reminiscence programs Reminiscence programs
    • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
    • Sensory-based programs Sensory-based programs
    • Stretching classes Stretching classes

    Description

    Emerald Oaks in Yuba City, CA is an assisted living community that offers various types of care including Independent Living and Memory Care. The community provides a wide range of amenities to enhance the residents' well-being and comfort. These amenities include air-conditioning, on-site beautician and beauty salon services, cable or satellite TV, transportation services, a computer center, devotional services both on-site and off-site, a dining room serving restaurant-style meals, fitness facilities, fully furnished units, gaming room, outdoor spaces with a garden view, ground floor units for easy access, housekeeping services, indoor common areas for socializing, kitchenettes in each unit for convenience, move-in coordination assistance, outdoor common areas for relaxation and activities, private bathrooms for privacy and independence, respite or short-term stays options available, a small library for reading enthusiasts, telephone service in each unit, non-medical transportation arrangements as well as transportation to doctors' appointments and wellness center. The community also ensures accessibility with wheelchair accessible showers and provides high-speed Wi-Fi internet connection.

    In terms of care services provided by Emerald Oaks Assisted Living Community in Yuba City CA., they offer 24-hour call system for immediate assistance when needed along with 24-hour supervision. Trained staff members are available to assist residents with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing. They also provide assistance with transfers when required. The community caters to residents with diabetes by offering specialized diet plans as well as diabetic care. Residents requiring high acuity care are supported and attended to by the staff members. Incontinence care is provided to those who need it. Meal preparation and service are offered to ensure proper nutrition intake while medication management is handled by professionals to ensure accurate dosage administration. Mental wellness programs are implemented within the community along with specialized memory care programming catering to those experiencing mild cognitive impairment. Transportation arrangements can be made according to residents' needs.

    The dining options at Emerald Oaks Assisted Living Community are varied and accommodate different dietary needs such as diabetes diet, gluten-free, kosher, low/no sodium, organic meals, special dietary restrictions, and vegetarian preferences. The community encourages an active lifestyle by offering a wide range of activities for residents to participate in. These activities include art classes, brain fitness exercises, Catholic services, community-sponsored events and activities, devotional activities both on-site and off-site, fitness programs to promote physical health, a gardening club for nature enthusiasts, live musical performances for entertainment purposes, planned day trips for exploration and reminiscence programs to engage the memory. Resident-run activities allow residents to take charge of their own leisure time while scheduled daily activities ensure that there is always something exciting happening within the community. Sensory-based programs and stretching classes add value to the residents' overall well-being.

    Emerald Oaks Assisted Living Community is conveniently located near numerous amenities essential for daily living including cafes, pharmacies, physicians' offices and restaurants. Transportation services are available nearby making it easy for residents to access these amenities. Places of worship and theaters can also be found in close proximity to cater to residents' spiritual and recreational needs. Moreover, the presence of hospitals nearby ensures quick medical attention if required.

    In summary, Emerald Oaks Assisted Living Community in Yuba City CA offers a comprehensive range of amenities and care services aimed at providing comfort and support to its residents. With a focus on individualized care plans catering to various dietary needs and specialized programming for memory care individuals along with a wide array of activities to promote an engaging lifestyle, this community strives to enhance the overall well-being of its residents.

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    Nearby Places of Interest

    This part of Yuba City, California, offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. The area has several restaurants within a short distance, offering a range of dining options. There are also multiple pharmacies nearby for convenient access to medication and healthcare supplies. Places of worship are readily available for those seeking spiritual fulfillment, and cafes provide a cozy setting for socializing with friends. Additionally, there are theaters for entertainment and physicians offices for medical care. Hospitals and surgical centers are located within a few miles, ensuring quick access to healthcare services in case of emergencies. Overall, this area provides a mix of dining, entertainment, healthcare, and spiritual resources that can enhance the quality of life for seniors considering living in Yuba City.

    Restaurants

    • Ranch House Restaurant (0.8 miles)
    • Taqueria Guadalajara (1.1 miles)
    • Taco Bell (1.3 miles)
    • Little India Restaurant (1.3 miles)
    • IHOP (1.3 miles)
    • McDonald's (1.4 miles)
    • Jack In The Box (1.4 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • Walgreens (1 miles)
    • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
    • Rite Aid (1.9 miles)
    • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
    • Safesave Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
    • Mission Pharmacy Services (2.4 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • Jehovah's Witnesses (1.1 miles)
    • Hope Point Nazarene Church (1.1 miles)
    • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (1.9 miles)
    • Iglesia Monte De Dios (2 miles)
    • Crossroads Community Church (2.5 miles)
    • Center for Spiritual Living Yuba-Sutter (3.9 miles)
    • St John's Episcopal Church (4 miles)

    Cafes

    • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
    • Starbucks (1.6 miles)
    • Free Time Java (1.6 miles)
    • Starbucks (2.7 miles)

    Theaters

    • Cinemark Yuba City (1.3 miles)

    Physicians

    • Compassionate Health Options (1.5 miles)
    • Sleep Diagnostics of Yuba City (1.8 miles)
    • Innovative Sleep Centers (1.8 miles)
    • California Ambulatory Surgery Associates (1.8 miles)
    • Family Health and Wellness (2.1 miles)
    • Sutter Medical Center (2.4 miles)
    • Sutter North Medical Group (2.4 miles)

    Hospitals

    • Sutter Health Care Center (2.4 miles)
    • Sutter Surgical Hospital North Valley (2.5 miles)
    • Rosewood Care Center (2.6 miles)
    • Rideout Surgery Center (2.7 miles)
    • Rideout Primary Care Clinic at Plumas Street (2.8 miles)
    • DaVita Marysville Dialysis Center (3.5 miles)
    • Rideout Memorial Hospital (3.6 miles)

    Transportation

    • Hertz Rent A Car (2.6 miles)

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