Ellore

Ellore stands in Santa Clara as a tall, mid-rise building that offers a luxury senior living experience focused on wellness and close community, and you notice right away how everything feels a bit more like a boutique hotel than an old-fashioned care home, since it's got 176 homes including studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, penthouse suites, furnished respite suites, and special memory care residences, all thoughtfully designed with features like full-size kitchens equipped with Bosch induction cooktops, Liebherr fridges, custom Italian cabinets, and quartz countertops, and the bathrooms have custom Italian vanities, Symmons brass fixtures, walk-in showers with mosaic tile floors, and Toto washlet toilets, while the penthouse apartments add radiant heated floors, higher ceilings, sweeping views, and more storage. Residents can use smart tech controls for thermostats, lights, shades, and doors, so everything's pretty modern and convenient, and you can expect round-the-clock support from staff, with services like concierge and valet for extra comfort. The lobby welcomes you with a two-story fireplace that sets a cozy feel, and there's an outdoor saltwater plunge pool that looks out over the valley and the Diablo Mountains if you enjoy a good swim or like being outside. Dining is cared for as well, with The Summit Room main restaurant on the third floor, plus a cocktail lounge, bar, private dining room, and healthy menu changes that fit different diets. For wellness, Ellore offers a fitness center, yoga studio, spa treatment room, and a wellness center with access to a physician's office and physical therapy suite, and if you want activities, the 20th floor holds art classes, games, and lectures in the activity room, with other areas set up for movies, reading in the library lounge, or even business if needed. Both independent and assisted living options are available for adults 55 and older, and seniors who need help with daily tasks can get personalized help while still enjoying privacy and comfort in specially designed residences, and there's a secure memory care community available for people who live with Alzheimer's or dementia. Ellore's programming includes exercise classes, wellness services, social events, and gallery spaces for community connection, with high-speed Wi-Fi, pet-friendly and handicap-accessible designs, and spaces like salons and barbershops available as well. Built from the ground up for modern senior living, with architecture by Steinberg Hart and interiors from March and White Design, Ellore tries to blend care, comfort, and a full calendar of activities, all on one campus, so residents can adjust their support as health needs change, whether they are interested in independent living, assisted living, or require memory care as time goes on.

Ellore is managed by Oakmont Senior Living.

Founded in 2001 by Bill Gallaher, Oakmont Senior Living has emerged as a nationally recognized leader in luxury senior living, headquartered in Windsor, California. The family-owned and operated company has grown to serve over 8,000 seniors across 80 luxury communities throughout California, Nevada, and Hawaii, generating annual revenue of $750 million. Oakmont Management Group, established in 2012 as the sole operator of these luxury communities, works in partnership with the Gallaher Family development company, which has been building seniors housing since the 1990s. The company has achieved remarkable growth, adding 1,811 units to its portfolio between 2024 and 2025, ranking No. 12 on the ASHA 50 list of largest senior living operators.

Oakmont provides comprehensive care services including assisted living, memory care, and retirement living, with a company-wide focus on individualized attention and luxury amenities. Their premier communities feature wellness centers, assistance with personal care, medication management, award-winning culinary programs, movie theaters, and pet therapy. The company has pioneered innovative programs such as virtual reality therapy using the Rendever platform, allowing seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia to relive past experiences and participate in new adventures. Their signature Traditions memory care neighborhoods provide individualized 24-hour care by providers trained in dementia education, offering daily reminiscence activities designed to help older adults recall positive memories.

Oakmont's mission centers on delivering meaningful lifestyles and relationships with residents, families, and team members by developing a winning culture anchored in five core values: authenticity, teamwork, compassion, commitment, and resilience. The company maintains an unwavering commitment to excellence, integrity, and high standards of service, with a philosophy of creating communities where residents can continue living even as their needs change. Their approach emphasizes creating safe, nurturing environments where both residents and team members can be the most authentic versions of themselves, fostering a culture that treats residents like family while maintaining luxury standards.

Oakmont's industry leadership has been recognized through numerous achievements, including ranking among the nation's largest operators and maintaining a 97 percent occupancy rate across their portfolio. The company was a 2022 Yass Prize finalist for innovation in education, and their SVP of Human Resources was inducted into McKnight's 2023 Hall of Honor for excellence in talent development. Recent strategic partnerships include an expanded relationship with Welltower and the launch of the Ivy Living brand, alongside major real estate transactions involving Healthpeak's $1.3 billion acquisition of 24 Oakmont communities. These partnerships and recognitions underscore Oakmont's position as an industry innovator committed to setting new standards in luxury senior living while maintaining their foundational values of personalized care and exceptional service.