Pricing ranges from
    $2,150 – 2,750/month

    Astoria Senior Living

    700 Laurel Ave, Oakdale, CA 95361
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Spotless, caring community gives peace

    I placed my mom here after a wonderful tour and couldn't be happier. The community is spotless and home-like, leadership is welcoming, and the compassionate, attentive staff treat residents like family while offering abundant activities, outings and regular photo/engagement updates. It's given our family real peace of mind - I highly recommend it.

    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
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

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

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.38·(60)

    Overall rating

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

      4.3
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      4.1
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      2.9

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive staff
    • Personalized memory-care focus
    • Engaging, varied daily activities and outings
    • Restaurant-style dining environment
    • On-site chef and meal customization options
    • Well-maintained landscaped grounds and outdoor seating
    • Clean, home-like interior and private rooms
    • Small, family-like community atmosphere
    • Regular family events and communal meals
    • Housekeeping and laundry services
    • Transportation and organized field trips
    • Use of engagement-tracking technology (Lifeloop)

    Cons

    • Inconsistent food quality and limited appeal of some therapeutic diets
    • Variable staffing levels leading to occasional service delays
    • Staff training and competence variability
    • Cleanliness inconsistencies in some common areas
    • Aging infrastructure and uneven room renovations
    • Management communication and transparency inconsistencies
    • Operational errors in possession and laundry handling
    • Insufficient physical security controls for wandering risk
    • Perceived price-to-value variability

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews present a largely positive view of day-to-day life at the facility, with repeated praise for staff compassion, individualized memory-care programming, and a small, home-like community feel. Families frequently describe warm relationships between staff and residents, frequent social programming, and well-kept outdoor areas that support resident engagement and family visits. At the same time, recurring operational themes point to variability in certain areas of service delivery and management practices that prospective families should clarify during a tour.

    Care and staff: The dominant strength across feedback is the caregiving team — described as caring, responsive, and personable. Many families cite attentive nurses, helpful med-techs, and staff who make residents feel at home. Memory-care operations are often highlighted for personalized attention, a single-story gated layout, and compassionate end-of-life support. However, there are inconsistent reports about staffing levels and staff competence: some accounts note an excellent nurse-to-resident ratio and quick problem resolution, while others describe times when staff appeared stretched, less experienced, or inconsistently trained. These mixed observations suggest that staffing stability and training can vary by shift or over time.

    Dining and nutrition: The dining experience is frequently framed as a strength — a restaurant-style dining room, an on-site chef, and opportunities for personalization and family luncheons. Multiple reviewers praised fresh, varied menus and special events (ice-cream socials, sundaes). Conversely, there are recurring comments about inconsistent meal quality and limited appeal of some therapeutic/pureed diets. Prospective families may wish to sample meals, ask about special-diet preparation, and review how the kitchen accommodates texture-modified or appetite-limited residents.

    Activities and engagement: Activity programming is a clear positive: reviewers describe multiple activities per day, live music, arts and crafts, games, regular outings, and scheduled drives or picnics. Staff involvement in activities is cited as engaged and encouraging, and technology (Lifeloop) is used to track participation and share photos. This robust calendar is a consistent advantage for social and cognitive engagement.

    Facilities and operations: The property setting and interior are often described as bright, clean, and landscaped, with pleasant outdoor seating and private rooms. At the same time, reviewers note that parts of the building are older and that some rooms and common areas show a need for renovation. Cleanliness is generally praised, but a subset of comments points to inconsistencies in common-area housekeeping. Operational issues such as occasional laundry misdeliveries and belongings-handling problems have been reported; these appear episodic but are relevant when evaluating day-to-day logistics.

    Management and notable patterns: Administrative responsiveness receives mixed feedback. Several families commend approachable leadership and quick problem-solving, while other accounts describe inconsistent communication, scheduling or hours changes, and concerns around management transparency — including an isolated allegation related to an infection-control event. Staffing reductions and schedule changes were also mentioned as impacting care continuity in some cases. Security for residents with wandering risk is another area flagged by reviewers, suggesting a need to confirm current safety measures for memory-impaired residents.

    Recommendation guidance: For families considering this facility, strengths to verify on a visit include staff continuity, memory-care protocols, sample menus for therapeutic diets, activity schedules, and the state of any rooms of interest. Ask management about current staffing ratios, staff training programs, incident-communication procedures, infection-control policies, and measures used to prevent wandering. Overall, the facility is frequently described as compassionate and engaging with a strong social program and pleasant grounds; careful review of operational consistency and specific clinical needs will help determine fit for an individual resident.

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    Location

    Map showing location of Astoria Senior Living

    Astoria Senior Living is located at 700 Laurel Ave, Oakdale, CA, 95361.

    About Astoria Senior Living

    Astoria Senior Living at Oakdale is nestled in a picturesque community adjacent to the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills and within reach of Yosemite National Park. The vibrant atmosphere of Oakdale, with its bustling downtown, charming shops, engaging museums, and signature events like the annual rodeo and Oakdale Chocolate Festival, offers residents a rich tapestry of activities and cultural experiences. Life at Astoria Senior Living is filled with both everyday comforts and adventurous outings, including cookouts at Pinecrest Lake, cheering on the Modesto Nuts, and enjoying tranquil afternoons at Dorada Park.

    At Astoria Senior Living at Oakdale, residents benefit from two thoughtfully designed neighborhoods specializing in assisted living and memory care. Here, there is an abiding focus on well-being, meaningful activity, and a sense of belonging. The community’s commitment to excellence is evident in the relationships built between staff and residents, emphasizing a philosophy of treating everyone like family. Dedicated team members understand the importance of infusing daily interactions with genuine warmth and care, which helps create an environment that truly feels like home.

    The leadership and staff at Astoria are central to the community’s welcoming and nurturing culture. Jackie Hernandez serves as Executive Director, bringing both a deep commitment to senior care and a broad background in administrative and leadership roles. Her focus on building relationships with residents and families ensures a personalized, supportive experience for all who live at Astoria. With extensive education and certifications in business administration and elder care, Jackie fosters a sense of connection and inclusion.

    Supporting resident health and happiness is also a dedicated care team, led by Mary Anne Damasco. Her background in healthcare and her personal passion for serving seniors contribute to expert care and attentive service. Life at Astoria is further enriched by Isabel Gutierrez, the Life Enrichment Coach, who diligently creates opportunities for residents to engage physically, socially, intellectually, and spiritually. The community’s vibrant programming is a testament to the team’s commitment to comprehensive wellness and happiness.

    Dining at Astoria is overseen by Marisol Hernandez, who brings a love for both cooking and caring for seniors to every meal she crafts. Each dish is infused with attention to detail and a desire to delight residents. Partnering seamlessly with other departments, Marisol ensures that the dining experience is both delicious and nourishing. The community itself is kept in exceptional condition thanks to Nazario Hernandez Brito, the Maintenance Director, who approaches his work with enthusiasm and a personal investment in residents’ comfort and safety. His commitment to the upkeep of Astoria, as well as his close relationship with both residents and staff, add to the familial atmosphere that defines the home.

    Astoria Senior Living at Oakdale is part of a longstanding tradition of family-owned excellence, and its deep roots in the area as well as lasting connections with residents and families have made it a beloved part of the local community. At Astoria, each day is shaped by a shared spirit of joy, support, and a profound commitment to providing seniors with a wonderful place to call home.

    About Agemark

    Astoria Senior Living is managed by Agemark.

    Founded in 1987, Agemark Senior Living is a family-owned company headquartered in Orinda, CA and Elkhorn, NE, operating 28 communities across six states. They provide assisted living, memory care, independent living, and carefree living services with their LifeCycles wellness philosophy.

    People often ask...

    Astoria Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $2,150 per month.

    Astoria Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 24 photos of Astoria Senior Living on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 700 Laurel Ave, Oakdale, CA 95361.

    No, Astoria Senior Living 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 number507005604
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity45 residents
    LicenseeASTORIA AT OAKDALE, LLC
    EffectiveAugust 14th, 2015
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    Inspection Reports

    14

    Reports

    1

    Type A Citations

    7

    Type B Citations

    3

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    24 Jul 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with Title 22 regulations during a routine annual visit.
    29 Aug 2024Inspection
    Identified that a resident refused medications, toileting assistance, and grooming on several occasions, indicating a need for a new medical assessment.
    19 Aug 2024Complaint
    Investigated allegations that a resident's incontinence care was not followed, leaving soiled clothing and bedding, and that rooms were not cleaned properly; interviews and observations indicated related cleanliness and odor concerns.
    • Type B87307(a)(3)(C)
    • Type B87464(f)(4)
    • Type B87625(b)
    06 Aug 2024Inspection
    Observed substantial compliance with licensing requirements; no deficiencies were cited.
    05 Aug 2024Inspection
    Observed the visit began but could not be completed due to equipment issues and will be rescheduled.
    10 Aug 2023Inspection
    Identified unsafe storage of cleaners and denture cleaning solutions accessible to residents, and pantry and refrigerator contained expired or unlabeled foods with dirty surfaces.
    • Type A87309(a)
    • Type B87303(a)(1)
    • Type B87555(b)(8)
    21 Jul 2022Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies during the annual licensing review.
    30 Dec 2021Inspection
    Identified that a deficiency cited on 02/01/2021 was cleared during the follow-up visit.
    • Type B87211(a)(2)
    09 Aug 2021Inspection
    Found no deficiencies or citations.
    02 Jun 2021Complaint
    Investigated allegations that living accommodations were inappropriate and that the resident was not free from humiliation; found the allegations unfounded.
    16 Apr 2021Complaint
    Investigated two allegations that there were no planned activities for residents and that resident council meetings were not held; both were found unfounded.
    01 Feb 2021Inspection
    Identified failure to report positive staff cases to licensing within 24 hours, posing health and safety concerns.
    03 Jan 2020Inspection
    No deficiencies were observed or cited during the visit to obtain more information regarding death reports for two residents.
    • Type B
    17 Dec 2019Inspection
    Cleared citations related to fire safety and care of residents with dementia during inspection. Deficiencies addressed and corrected.

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