AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Small compassionate clean dog-friendly community

    I'm so relieved I chose this small, home-like community - bright, very clean rooms, a beautiful backyard, and dog-friendly. The RN owner and attentive 24-hour staff are compassionate and knowledgeable, provide individualized care (2:1 in memory care), three excellent home-cooked meals, in-house pharmacy delivery, and transparent billing. I'm not worried about my mother and would highly recommend it for the peace of mind and genuine, professional care.

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    4.83 · 12 reviews

    Overall rating

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    5. 1
    • Care

      4.9
    • Staff

      4.9
    • Meals

      4.3
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      4.5

    Pros

    • Hands-on, attentive caregiving
    • Dog-friendly environment
    • In-house pharmacy with meds delivery
    • Home-like atmosphere
    • Three home-cooked meals per day
    • Very clean facility
    • Beautiful backyard with large patio
    • Owner easy to work with and is an RN
    • One-on-one and individualized activities/care
    • High staff-to-resident attention (small census)
    • 2:1 staff-to-resident ratio in memory care
    • Staff are gentle, kind, and compassionate
    • Staff knowledgeable about resident needs and changes
    • Transparent billing with no inflated charges
    • Spacious, well-appointed, light-filled bedrooms
    • 24-hour staffing and responsive care
    • Receptive management, flexible to suggestions
    • High-quality, varied meals and good guest meals
    • Peace of mind for family members
    • Consistent, professional caregiving

    Cons

    • Smaller community (may limit social variety for some residents)
    • New community (still establishing long-term track record)
    • Younger staff (some reviewers noted youth despite experience)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is strongly positive, with families and residents emphasizing high-quality, personalized care in a small, home-like setting. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the attentive, compassionate nature of the staff and management, the cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere of the facility, and practical conveniences such as an in-house pharmacy and transparent billing. Multiple comments convey trust and peace of mind, with several reviewers explicitly recommending the community and describing their experience as wonderful or excellent.

    Care quality and staffing are the most consistently praised elements. Reviewers describe hands-on, 24-hour caregiving, one-on-one activities, and individualized care plans that are updated as needs change. Memory care is highlighted specifically for its 2:1 staff-to-resident ratio, suggesting extra attention in that program. Staff are characterized as gentle, kind, professional, and knowledgeable; families note sensitivity to individual needs and competent adjustment of care level over time. The owner being a registered nurse and described as easy to work with reinforces confidence in clinical oversight and responsiveness.

    The physical environment and amenities receive frequent positive mentions. The facility is described as very clean, spacious, and filled with light, with well-appointed bedrooms. A beautiful backyard with a large patio is noted as a distinguishing feature, and reviewers emphasize a home-like, non-institutional feel—an "open" facility where residents and guests feel welcome. Practical conveniences such as an in-house pharmacy for medication delivery, guest meals, and transparent billing practices (no upcharging or gimmicks) are repeatedly cited as valuable strengths that reduce family stress.

    Dining and activities are framed positively: reviewers mention three home-cooked meals daily, a good variety and high quality of food, and the availability of meaningful one-on-one activities. The combination of pleasant meals and individualized engagement contributes to residents' cheerfulness and overall well-being in the reviewers’ accounts. Several reviews also mention the community is dog-friendly, which can be important for residents and visiting families.

    Management and operations are described as professional, receptive, and flexible. Families note that staff and leadership are receptive to suggestions, accurate in maintaining care plans, and transparent in billing. The small census is framed as enabling personalized attention and familiarity among staff, which reviewers see as a benefit for quality and safety. The owner’s hands-on involvement and nursing background are cited as contributing to good coordination and peace of mind.

    Notable patterns and potential concerns: the most common caveat is the facility’s small or new status. Several reviews mention it is a smaller or newer community with a small patient census and some younger staff members. While reviewers consistently pair these facts with positive appraisals (e.g., the younger staff are experienced and the small size yields individualized care), prospective families should recognize that a smaller, newer setting may offer fewer large-group activities or have a shorter institutional track record compared with long-established, larger communities. In summary, these reviews portray a facility that delivers compassionate, individualized care in a clean, home-like environment with strong meal service, good clinical oversight, and transparent administration—particularly well suited to families seeking personalized attention and a reassuring, small-scale community.

    Location

    Map showing location of Placer Starcare

    About Placer Starcare

    Placer Starcare is a licensed Residential Care Elderly facility in Rocklin, California, with six beds and a home-like setting. The owner, Damiana Balas-Irimescu, oversees care with an emphasis on providing a safe and comfortable place for seniors, including those who need memory care for Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. The staff helps with daily activities, personal care, and medication management, and there's support for residents who need assistance with diabetic care, incontinence care, and higher acuity needs. Licensed professionals supervise care and can adjust plans as needs change, with staff always available to help, no matter the time of day or night.

    The facility's living options include private bedrooms, a semi-private master bedroom, and a spot for a couple-all fully furnished for comfort. Each living area has air-conditioning, internet, cable TV, kitchenettes, and private bathrooms, making it easy for residents to feel at home. For meals, staff prepares and serves food, and families will find options that consider different diets such as gluten-free, no-sugar, vegan, and kosher, plus there's cooked-to-order choices and organic ingredients used.

    Placer Starcare keeps things simple for seniors by handling cooking, cleaning, and laundry, and provides transportation for doctor visits and activities, both on-site and off-site, like art classes, trivia, stretching, gardening, and live music. Residents can spend time in garden beds or open outdoor areas with their cats or dogs, since pets are allowed.

    Security systems are in place to keep everyone safe, and the facility meets state and local government requirements for residential care. While the BBB gives an A+ rating, the facility isn't BBB accredited. Staff guides families through long-term care choices and connects them with local advisors if needed. Placer Starcare doesn't take Medicare unless certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and families need to check payment options.

    The goal at Placer Starcare is to give seniors a steady, supportive home where they get the care and attention they need, and families know someone is always looking out for their loved ones, in a small, familiar setting that values comfort and routine.

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