Manzanita Healthcare Center in Carmichael operates as a skilled nursing facility, delivering around-the-clock clinical oversight from registered nurses and licensed vocational nurses. The center is equipped to support short-term respite stays, giving family caregivers a break while residents receive the same nursing attention provided to long-term residents. On-site rehabilitation therapists coordinate with medical staff to design care plans focused on recovery, maintaining function, and managing chronic conditions, while an on-call physician group oversees changes in health status.

Beyond direct medical care, the staff assists residents with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and mobility. Medication administration follows physician orders, with pharmacy coordination to reduce interruptions in therapy. Social workers help families navigate care plans and discharge planning, and the facility arranges transportation for outside appointments when needed. Regular care conferences keep residents and families informed of progress and any modifications to treatment.

Residents can select from private or shared rooms, and select accommodations provide views of landscaped outdoor areas or direct access to an enclosed garden. Each room is furnished and includes basic cable, individual climate controls, and call systems, though not every room offers every feature. Outdoor seating areas give residents a place for fresh air and supervised walks when clinically appropriate.

Three daily meals are prepared on site, and a dietitian reviews menus to align with physician-ordered diets, texture modifications, and cultural preferences. Alternate entrées are available at each meal, and snacks are offered between dining periods to meet individual caloric needs. Staff monitor intake and report concerns to nursing for timely intervention.

The center offers an activity calendar that includes group events in the activity center, clubs that foster social connections, arts and crafts workshops, and structured health and wellness programs aimed at maintaining mobility and cognition. Residents have access to a library and computer lounge for reading, internet use, and video calls with family. These amenities are scheduled and supervised to ensure they align with each resident’s care plan and physical abilities.