Raksha Care Homes

    906 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA 94706
    • Assisted Living

    Friendly staff, home-like, excellent rehab

    I live here and have been very pleased - staff are friendly and attentive, management is supportive and reachable by phone, email, or in person, and they listen and respond to requests while staying actively involved. The home-like feel, nice room and beautiful patio, homemade organic meals, and strong rehab/physical therapy program (they even use ballet-bar exercises for transfers) make the care high-quality and reassuring.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.00·(4)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Friendly, attentive staff
    • Home-like atmosphere
    • Well-maintained outdoor patio
    • Pleasant private rooms
    • Homemade organic meals
    • On-site physical therapy and rehabilitation program
    • Transfer-focused mobility exercises (ballet-bar)
    • Responsive management and open communication
    • Active resident engagement and supportive environment

    Cons

    • Regulatory and compliance review history
    • Inconsistent complaint-resolution and family communication processes
    • Potential variability in care-quality oversight
    • Operational follow-up gaps after adverse events

    Summary of reviews

    Raksha Care Homes is described in many accounts as a small, home-like setting with strengths in personalized attention and therapeutic services. Reviewers emphasize a friendly and attentive staff, a supportive atmosphere, and active involvement by management. Physical environment features that draw positive comments include pleasant private rooms and a well-maintained outdoor patio. The facility’s on-site physical therapy and rehabilitation program, along with mobility-focused exercises (notably use of a ballet-bar for transfer promotion), are highlighted as concrete contributors to residents’ functional progress.

    Care and staff behavior are central to the positive commentary. Multiple descriptions emphasize responsive caregivers who listen and act on requests, along with management that is accessible by phone, email and in person. The combination of hands-on rehabilitation services and staff encouragement of transfers suggests a focus on maintaining or improving mobility. Several comments characterize the overall quality of care as high and the daily tone as supportive and attentive.

    Dining and activities receive favorable remarks: homemade, organic meals are noted as a distinguishing feature, and the environment is described as engaging and home-like. The presence of structured rehabilitation and mobility programming indicates an active clinical component beyond basic custodial care. Facilities appear well kept in the aspects reviewers mentioned, with outdoor space that supports resident well‑being.

    At the same time, there is a serious contrasting note that prospective families should investigate further. One review referenced allegations that prompted a Department of Social Services (DSS) investigation and described multiple family complaints. That input points to facility-level vulnerabilities in compliance, complaint resolution and post‑incident follow-up. These concerns coexist with other reviews praising responsive management, which suggests possible variability in how operational issues are handled or in consistency of oversight across time or residents.

    For families considering Raksha Care Homes, the balance of comments suggests both clear strengths (compassionate staff, rehab services, appealing meals and environment) and potential risks tied to prior regulatory attention and complaint-handling processes. Recommended due diligence includes reviewing recent state inspection and investigation records, asking management for details on corrective actions taken, inquiring about staffing levels and supervision, examining incident/complaint-resolution protocols, and arranging an in-person visit to observe care routines and communication practices firsthand.

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    Location

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    Raksha Care Homes is located at 906 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA, 94706.

    About Raksha Care Homes

    Raksha 13 Care Home is dedicated to its foundational principle, embodied in the very name "Raksha," which means "To Protect and Care for." At Raksha 13 Care Home, this philosophy guides every aspect of daily life, creating an environment where residents' safety, comfort, and dignity are held in the highest regard. The care home serves both ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals, ensuring inclusivity for people who require varying levels of support due to physical challenges, illness, or injury. The facility is thoughtfully located in the heart of Albany, providing residents with a vibrant and accessible neighborhood within walking distance to the diverse shops and cultural offerings of downtown Solano Avenue.

    The staff at Raksha 13 Care Home consists of certified and highly trained caregivers, including nursing assistants who are on hand to provide attentive support. A 24-hour awake staff is always present, ensuring residents have access to compassionate assistance at any hour. The team is carefully selected for their professional qualifications and dedication to caregiving, contributing to a warm, secure, and positive atmosphere. Every member strives to deliver the best possible support, whether assisting with daily routines, offering companionship, or addressing specific care needs related to aging or hospice support.

    Committed to promoting a positive senior lifestyle, Raksha 13 Care Home fosters an environment where residents are encouraged to remain as active and engaged as possible, within their individual abilities and limitations. Recognizing that each resident's journey is unique, caregivers offer personalized care plans that evolve alongside each person’s needs. The care home is particularly experienced in providing sensitive support for individuals facing the challenges of aging or recovering from illness or injury. This attention to detail and unwavering commitment to personal care have established Raksha 13 Care Home as a trusted resource and a valued community within Albany.

    Residents and their families can find reassurance in knowing that the home is staffed by professionals who combine skill with genuine empathy. At Raksha 13 Care Home, the goal is not only to address the physical needs of residents but also to provide emotional support, opportunities for social interaction, and a sense of belonging. The home stands out for its dedication to protecting and uplifting those in its care, making it a place where individuals are truly valued and supported throughout their later years.

    People often ask...

    Raksha Care Homes offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,550 per month.

    Raksha Care Homes offers assisted living and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 906 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA 94706.

    No, Raksha Care Homes does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number015601285
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity13 residents
    LicenseeRAKSHA INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    EffectiveMay 11th, 2007
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    Inspection Reports

    13

    Reports

    2

    Type A Citations

    2

    Type B Citations

    3

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    22 May 2026Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies; safety measures and resident care appeared compliant.
    24 Nov 2025Complaint
    Investigated a complaint about staff overcharging a resident for services not received.
    • Type B87464(f)(1)(f)
    19 Aug 2025Inspection
    Identified fire clearance violations.
    08 Aug 2025Inspection
    Identified failure to obtain fire clearance approval for bedridden residents.
    • Type A87202(a)
    06 May 2025Inspection
    Observed adequate safety measures and daily operation, with some administrative forms needing updates.
    03 May 2024Inspection
    Identified that the administrator's standard certificate had expired on 05/31/2023 and was not renewed, creating a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
    • Type B87412(d)
    05 Jun 2023Inspection
    Observed a valid fire clearance and infection control plan, hospice waivers for four residents, and adequate safety measures; minor construction ongoing and several administrative forms needing updates.
    02 Feb 2023Complaint
    Investigated a complaint alleging death concerns, pressure injuries, insufficient food quantity, insufficient food quality, lack of resident rotation, and pests. Found no evidence supporting the alleged violations.
    21 Oct 2022Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that a resident sustained an opioid overdose while in care, resulting in hospitalization, and concerns about medication handling and access.
    • Type A87464(f)(1)
    10 May 2022Inspection
    Observed COVID-19 infection-control measures and hygiene practices in place, including entry screening, sanitizer use, and signage; noted several administrative forms needed updating.
    29 Mar 2022Inspection
    Observed conditions met safety expectations. No deficiencies were cited.
    16 Dec 2021Inspection
    Observed a kitchen hot water temperature of 117.1°F. Noted secured medications, interconnected safety devices, adequate food supplies, and that no deficiencies were cited.
    03 Dec 2021Inspection
    Investigated a complaint related to care conditions and observed the medication room open with staff inside, cleaning supplies secured in a locked closet, adequate lighting, and clear hallways. No deficiencies were cited.

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