Saratoga Retirement Community sits at 1313 Fruitvale Ave in Saratoga, California, where you'll find white stucco Spanish-style buildings, a historic manor built by the Independent Order of Odd Fellows in the early 1900s, and grounds full of palm trees and landscaped paths, and there are cozy bedrooms with wood-look floors, vanities, and beds that make things comfortable, while bathrooms, common rooms, and kitchens all come fitted for easy use, with modern appliances, natural light, wood cabinets, and calming décor. Residents get to choose from one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom apartments, or larger two-bedroom cottages, and these homes include wood or hardwood floors, office or den spaces, granite counters, stainless appliances, and space for pets. The community makes sure memory care units have special features, too, with patterned bedding, matching nightstands, and lamp lighting, while assisted living apartment kitchens and living rooms offer stylish furniture and modern decor, and each place has accessible bathrooms.
If someone needs help with daily things, assisted living staff can help with bathing, dressing, or medication, and for those who need more, there are nursing and rehab options in sunny buildings that overlook gardens and palm trees, where services cover short- and long-term care, home health, and senior day care, even hospice and respite care, and the staff is known for being friendly, caring, and helpful. Adults with dementia or Alzheimer's can find specialized communities with memory care, and families get support with education, resources, videos, and glossaries, which helps when planning or caregiving. Seniors can choose independent living too, with freedom to enjoy large dining rooms set with white tablecloths and booths, outdoor patios with umbrellas and plenty of greenery, and libraries, workout rooms, outdoor walking areas, and other features like Wi-Fi, internet access, and meeting rooms.
Everyone there can enjoy nutritious chef-planned meals with dining options like al fresco meals outdoors, and there are public community meetings where folks can voice their views about changes, especially as new buildings and renovations come along, like when facilities move or when more independent living units or skilled nursing beds get added. The grounds stay safe with fire department emergency access, and while things change, the main driveway and landmarks remain. Some services and fees might get counted as medical expenses; different fee and entrance plan options spell out costs pretty clearly, with refundable entrance fees and monthly service fees listed for the different apartments and cottages, even for a second resident.
Saratoga Retirement Community has 249 residences now, split into independent and assisted living, and offers home care, nursing, rehab, memory care, and lifestyle planning for a variety of needs, plus skilled nursing beds for those who require high-level medical care, all on one campus that lets people move through different levels of care as needs change. There are stand-alone cottages nestled in the gardens and stylish apartments in the old manor, and everyone has access to arts, culture, activities, physical fitness programs, and social spaces that help neighbors stay connected and keep their routines. Recognition for high-quality care in assisted living and memory care sits alongside the Best of Senior Living Award, which means many residents and families have found a comfortable and supportive home over the years that's flexible as people age and their needs grow.
