Emerald Oaks in Yuba City, CA, provides Assisted Living and Memory Care with an emphasis on practical, daily medical support. The community accommodates residents who require special diets and those who manage diabetes with oral medications, and it is structured to serve people living with moderate dementia conditions. On-site clinical services extend to podiatry, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy, allowing residents to receive routine evaluations and treatments without leaving the building.
Daily care is delivered by staff members who have completed background checks and are present around the clock, including an awake night shift. Safety measures such as door alarms back up 24-hour staffing, while an activity director plans programming that is appropriate for varying cognitive levels. Residents who need help with activities of daily living receive full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, and some physical help at mealtimes. Transfer support ranges from walker use to one- or two-person lift assistance, and wheelchair users are accommodated.
Apartments offer practical features such as private bathrooms, individual temperature controls, cable service, regular housekeeping, and scheduled laundry services, though not every unit includes every feature. The layout and accessibility are designed to make it straightforward for residents and staff to move safely.
Meals are prepared to order, and the kitchen team manages diet modifications that include mechanical-chopped, puréed, thickened-liquid, and vegetarian options, along with snacks available throughout the day. Staff monitor dietary plans for residents who have medical nutrition needs, including those on controlled diets for diabetes or other health conditions.
Residents have access to on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, internet connectivity, communal gardens, a library, and organized special-interest clubs. Pets are allowed. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.