Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens

    174 Almond St, Auburn, CA 95603
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Charming small family-oriented eight-bed home

    I'm very satisfied with this small, charming 8-bed home - clean, home-like, and truly family-oriented. The staff are loving, attentive, and go the extra mile with proactive health monitoring, compassionate end-of-life care, on-site breakfasts, baking and activities, plus a pleasant outdoor area with umbrellas.

    Loved one of 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

    5.00·(5)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Family atmosphere
    • Attentive and caring staff
    • Proactive health monitoring
    • Compassionate end-of-life care
    • Staff go the extra mile
    • Comprehensive caregiver coverage (front-and-back support)
    • Small, intimate 8-bed facility
    • Clean, home-like, quaint and charming environment
    • Nice private bedrooms
    • Pleasant outdoor setup with sun umbrellas
    • On-site breakfast service
    • Baking and treats offered
    • Regular crafts and activities for residents
    • Courteous, nurturing and loving staff
    • High level of care and family-like support
    • High resident/family satisfaction

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment: The review summaries for Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens are uniformly positive. Reviewers repeatedly emphasize a warm, family-like atmosphere and express high satisfaction with the care provided. The dominant impression is of a small, intimate residence that prioritizes individualized attention and personal connection between staff and residents.

    Care quality: Reviews highlight consistent, attentive care and a high overall level of clinical and personal support. Several comments call out proactive health monitoring and compassionate care through end-of-life, indicating both day-to-day vigilance and sensitivity during critical stages of care. Multiple reviewers noted staff ‘‘went the extra mile,’’ and described care as attentive, nurturing, and loving — language that points to both competence and compassion in caregiving.

    Staff and culture: The staff are the most frequently praised aspect. Descriptors used across reviews include attentive, caring, courteous, nurturing, friendly, and loving. Reviewers explicitly say the staff make residents and families ‘‘feel like family,’’ which suggests strong interpersonal relationships, consistent staff behavior, and a supportive culture. Mentions of ‘‘front-and-back caregiver support’’ and comprehensive coverage imply reliable staffing and visible coordination among caregivers.

    Facilities and environment: The facility itself is described as small (8 beds), clean, home-like, quaint, and charming. Reviewers complimented private rooms (“nice bedroom”) and outdoor amenities (pleasant outdoor setup with umbrellas for shade), reinforcing the sense of a comfortable, domestic environment rather than an institutional one. The small size is framed positively in the summaries, reinforcing intimacy and personalized attention.

    Dining and activities: Dining and recreational programming receive positive mention. An on-site breakfast is specifically noted, along with baking, treats, and crafts/activities for residents. These elements point to meaningful daily structure, food-related comforts, and opportunities for social engagement and recreational stimulation.

    Management and patterns: While reviewers heavily praise frontline staff and the lived environment, explicit commentary about administrative leadership or management processes is absent from the summaries. The consistent, positive reports about staff behavior and care practices suggest an operational culture that supports person-centered caregiving, but the reviews do not provide direct evidence about broader management, policies, or regulatory/financial matters.

    Notable patterns and concerns: There are no negative aspects or specific concerns reported in the supplied summaries. The recurring themes are small size, home-like atmosphere, highly attentive and compassionate staff, proactive health monitoring, pleasant facilities, and engaging daily activities. Because these summaries are uniformly positive and focused on personal care experiences, anyone evaluating Almond Gardens should note the strong emphasis on individualized, family-style care reflected across multiple reviewers. If a prospective resident or family needs information beyond these themes (for example, details on specialized medical services, staffing ratios, costs, or formal management practices), they would need to request those specifics directly, as they are not addressed in the provided reviews.

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    Location

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    Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens is located at 174 Almond St, Auburn, CA, 95603.

    About Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens

    Almond Gardens offers a welcoming and supportive environment designed to cater to the varying needs of seniors. Set in a peaceful, home-like setting, Almond Gardens creates a unique community atmosphere where residents, their families, and devoted staff come together to enjoy a vibrant and holistic approach to senior living. With a commitment to allowing the aging process to unfold naturally and holistically, Almond Gardens embraces both independent residents and those who may require hospice care, focusing on providing comfort, dignity, and personalized support throughout each stage of life.

    The facilities at Almond Gardens have been thoughtfully constructed and recently updated, with buildings established in 2009, 2012, and the newest addition completed in 2018. These modern amenities provide residents with attractive and comfortable spaces, fostering a sense of pride and well-being. The environment is regularly enhanced to keep pace with the latest in comfort and functionality, blending modern style with the warmth that makes a house feel like home.

    A rich social life is at the heart of Almond Gardens. Regular family nights create opportunities for residents, their loved ones, and staff to build meaningful relationships and memories together. The community places great value on socialization and individualized activities, with a wide array of engaging pursuits such as therapeutic music sessions, games, movie nights, an in-house library, yoga, and exercise classes. This diverse programming ensures that every resident can find joy, stimulation, and companionship in their daily life while catering to their unique preferences and abilities.

    Almond Gardens also has a stellar team of professional and friendly staff who are distinguished by their expertise and compassionate approach to care. Highly trained in exceptional caregiving services, the staff ensures that each resident feels respected, safe, and valued, regardless of whether they are staying short-term, long-term, or require higher levels of attention and support.

    Gourmet meals are another hallmark of the experience at Almond Gardens. Residents enjoy hot, fresh, and varied meals served three times daily, with an ever-changing menu crafted by an on-site chef. This focus on quality dining not only satisfies nutritional needs but also honors the pleasure and importance of shared meals in fostering connection and comfort.

    From independent living to assisted care, and both short-term and long-term stays, Almond Gardens is dedicated to providing an environment where seniors can thrive. Every aspect of life here—from the thoughtfully designed facilities and nurturing staff to the vibrant social activities and exceptional dining—reflects the care home's steadfast commitment to the well-being of the individuals who call it home.

    People often ask...

    Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,900 per month.

    Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens offers assisted living, memory care, and board and care.

    There are 9 photos of Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 174 Almond St, Auburn, CA 95603.

    No, Chateau Senior Living: Almond Gardens 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 number315920246
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity10 residents
    LicenseeCHATEAU BY NUTUREHOOD, LLC
    EffectiveApril 14th, 2025
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    Inspection Reports

    14

    Reports

    1

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    5

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    25 Mar 2026Inspection
    Found full compliance with licensing requirements; no deficiencies were cited.
    20 Nov 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies cited and observed safe, sanitary conditions and proper medication storage during the visit.
    02 May 2025Complaint
    Concluded there was insufficient evidence that staff were unable to perform tasks.
    09 Apr 2025Inspection
    Found a pre-licensing visit for a change in ownership at a residential care setting; licensing staff toured living spaces and common areas and noted safety features and proper storage.
    27 Jan 2025Complaint
    Investigated a complaint alleging not enough staff to meet resident's needs; the resident's needs were later met after relocation to a nearby setting with more staff.
    10 Oct 2024Complaint
    Investigated the complaint that unqualified staff dispensed medications and that residents' medications were not properly secured; observed no medications left unattended and staff had the required medication training.
    09 Aug 2024Inspection
    Found substantial compliance with regulations and no deficiencies were cited.
    10 Oct 2023Complaint
    Investigated three concerns about food handling, residents' incontinence care, and activities, and found no evidence to support any of them.
    05 Oct 2023Inspection
    Identified an error in complaint documents and attempted to correct it during a visit. Could not complete the corrections due to technical difficulties and planned to return.
    06 Sept 2023Complaint
    Identified that medications were pre-poured into labeled cups and transferred between containers, violating the rule that each resident's medication must be kept in the original container.
    • Type A87465(h)(5)
    14 Aug 2023Inspection
    Found substantial compliance with regulations and no deficiencies cited. The space was clean and well furnished, safety systems were functioning, and supplies were adequate.
    29 Jul 2022Inspection
    Observed the home was empty for over two years and found it in compliance, ready to accept residents; no deficiencies cited.
    02 Sept 2021Inspection
    Observed no residents during the visit and reviewed infection control practices, finding substantial compliance with infection control requirements.
    11 Oct 2019Inspection
    Confirmed appropriate actions taken during power outage, residents and staff fared well.

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