Gables of Ojai sits on eight acres with gardens, walking paths, and landscaped grounds, which really make it feel like a peaceful place to live, and it's been around for over 60 years as a family-owned community. The community offers several levels of care, such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term respite stays, and even special needs care. The staff, including licensed nurses and long-serving caregivers, are there 24 hours a day to help with things like medications, bathing, dressing, and mobility, and you'll find many have over 15 years of experience, which can make things more reassuring for families. For folks living with memory loss or dementia, there's a separate, fully secured Alzheimer's and memory care building, and the team uses bracelets with alarms and other technology to prevent wandering, so people who tend to walk off or act out physically can still get the care they need safely.
The campus itself feels inviting, with indoor and outdoor places to gather, a library, fitness room, club room with fireplace, game room, and even a piano or organ for music, plus things like a heated pool and Jacuzzi, which people often enjoy for water aerobics and stretching, and there's a spa and sauna right on site, which isn't something you see everywhere. Residents can take part in group classes like Mah Jong, arts and crafts, yoga, and movie nights, and there are regular field trips, community service events, and educational lectures, including intergenerational activities and programs for those who like to get involved with pets or help out in the community. Meals are cooked by chefs and served both in a restaurant-style dining area or through private dining, guest meals, or room service if someone wants to eat quietly, with options for people who need gluten-free, vegan, low sodium, or diabetic diets.
People who like to keep busy can join lifelong learning programs, trips to the theater, concerts, card games, music groups, or fitness and wellness checks that go on through the week. The campus is designed so people can walk, sit outside, or relax in one of the many community rooms. There's a focus on independence and privacy but always with help nearby, like reminders or hands-on help with grooming or toileting if it's needed, and you'll find staff can help with transfers, even for those who need a lift or two caregivers at a time. Extras like laundry service, beautician, barber shop, concierge services, and transportation for errands or appointments are all available, with both free rides and paid options, and residents who have pets can usually bring their dog or cat, with help for pet care when needed.
The Gables of Ojai doesn't require long-term leases or big buy-in fees, with a choice of studio or one-bedroom apartments, and the community tries to accommodate many needs, whether someone pays privately, uses veteran's benefits, social security, or insurance. Bereavement services, devotional gatherings onsite and offsite, hospice care, and respite support for families are also part of the services offered, along with visits from specialists like podiatrists, physical therapists, and more, and for those who want to stay active, the event calendar is full of music, crafts, shopping trips, and social gatherings like happy hours, teas, and holiday events. The whole place is set up so older adults can live as independently as they like while knowing there are people around to help, and the sense of privacy and dignity is always respected.
