Real Care Luxury Assisted Living sits at 818 Real Road in Bakersfield, California, and stands out as a large, comfortable place with room for up to 200 residents, and while the doors are currently closed, it's known for offering different types of care like assisted living, memory care, independent living, skilled nursing, and a full range of continuing care all on the same campus, which can make aging in place easier. People who live here could choose from private studio, one-bedroom, or semi-private rooms, all with private bathrooms and kitchenettes, and the place had a mid-century modern look after recent renovation, with well-decorated rooms, Wi-Fi, cable TV, air conditioning, and its own phone service for every apartment. There's a 24-hour call system for emergencies, and supervision any time of day or night, with nursing support available 12 to 16 hours daily in some sections, which can help people feel safer, especially when paired with medication management, help with bathing, dressing, or getting around, and coordination with outside healthcare providers.
Residents used to get personal lifestyle plans, which made the day-to-day a bit smoother no matter if someone needed independent living or a higher level of support like memory care tailored for dementia or Alzheimer's, including spaces to prevent wandering and programs focused on reducing confusion and promoting calm. Everything in the shared apartment-style living spaces and common areas like the dining room, bistro, gardens, outdoor patios, and game room aimed to make folks feel a little more at home and encourage friendships, with bilingual staff speaking both English and Spanish to help everybody feel comfortable and connected.
There were plenty of things to do, thanks to organized music nights, movie showings, book clubs, art and gardening groups, yoga, fitness classes, aqua therapy in a saltwater pool, and outings to local places, all lined up so that routines didn't get stale and people could stay active. The fitness room, spa, and beauty salon gave space for wellness, while the little library, computer center, and activity spaces helped fill extra time. Residents got regular housekeeping and laundry, choice of meal options in a restaurant-style setup, and even room service if needed, with kitchens that could meet diabetic, low-sodium, kosher, vegetarian, and pureed diet needs.
Transportation was covered for medical visits or to run errands or head out for community events, and guests could park on site, so visits from friends and family weren't a hassle. Residents who needed a break from their regular living setup, or families who needed a temporary place for a loved one, could use the respite stay service, and Real Care's in-house team included people ready to step in and help with paperwork, bill paying, power of attorney, and general advocacy.
Every part of the place-from the walking paths to the coffee bistro, from the security measures in memory care to the steady staff support-was made to support older adults as they lived daily life, with less stress about chores and more time for connection or recreation, and all sorts of people, from active seniors to those needing more care, could find the right fit among the different levels and services, while knowing support and supervision were always nearby.
