Cali Care Retirement Home 2

    5125 Chicago Ave, Fair Oaks, CA, 95628
    4.3 · 3 reviews
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Caring staff; mobility and pricing

    I was impressed by the onboarding and the very nice, well‑kept home — staff were courteous, kind, easy to talk to and reachable 24/7, and they took very good care of my loved one so I didn’t worry. My only concerns were staff ability to assist with limited mobility and that the pricing quote wasn’t firm.

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    4.33 · 3 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      4.3
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      4.3

    Pros

    • Smooth onboarding process
    • Well-presented, pleasant facility
    • Attentive patient care
    • 24-hour care availability
    • Reassuring — reduced family worry
    • Easy to contact and communicate with staff
    • Courteous, helpful, and kind staff
    • Home-like, comfortable atmosphere

    Cons

    • Potential limits on staff ability to assist residents with low mobility
    • Pricing quote described as not firm / pricing uncertainty

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is clearly positive. Multiple reviewers highlight a smooth onboarding process and an overall impression that the facility is "very nice" or "great," which suggests a strong first impression from tours or initial admissions. Reviewers consistently note that residents were well cared for and that the experience reduced family worry, indicating that day-to-day care and oversight meet or exceed expectations for those reviewers. The mention of a 24-hour stay and 24-hour care availability reinforces that continuous supervision and support are provided.

    Staff quality and communication are recurring strengths. Reviewers describe staff as courteous, helpful, kind and easy to talk to, and they specifically say it is easy to contact the team. Several comments emphasize that staff "took very good care" of the patient and that they made family members "not worry," pointing to both competence and empathy. This pattern indicates strong interpersonal skills among caregivers and reliable channels for family communication.

    Facility impressions are positive but based mainly on surface-level observations in the reviews. Phrases like "facility seemed great" and "very nice home" indicate a comfortable, home-like environment that visitors found appealing. However, these summaries do not provide detailed information about amenities such as dining, activities, outdoor spaces, or cleanliness metrics beyond the general positive impression, so those areas remain largely uncharacterized by the provided reviews.

    Notable concerns are limited but important. One reviewer raised a specific worry about staff ability to assist residents who have low mobility, suggesting the facility may be better suited for people who need supervision and assistance with daily tasks but not extensive mobility or transfer support. Another concern is pricing transparency: a reviewer noted that the pricing quote given was "not firm," which implies variability or lack of clarity in cost estimates. Both points represent actionable follow-ups for prospective residents: confirm the facility's capability with transfers and mobility assistance, and get a detailed, written explanation of fees and what is included.

    Patterns and gaps: the reviews consistently praise the human elements of care (kindness, helpfulness, good communication) and the overall welcoming feel of the home, while operational details are less covered. There is little to no information in these summaries about structured programming (activities), meal quality, medical/nursing credentials, staff-to-resident ratios, or responses to emergencies. The sample of comments suggests high satisfaction for residents who fit within the facility's apparent service capabilities, but it does not establish suitability for residents with significant physical dependency or complex medical needs.

    Recommendations for prospective families based on these reviews: verify mobility/transfer capabilities and ask about staff training and equipment for residents with limited mobility; obtain a detailed, itemized pricing sheet and clarification on what aspects of care trigger additional charges; request references or speak with current resident families about daily routines, meals, and activities; and arrange a longer visit or trial stay if possible to confirm the initial positive impressions hold over time. Overall, the reviews portray Cali Care Retirement Home 2 as a caring, communicative, and comfortable option for many seniors, with a few important areas to confirm before moving forward.

    Location

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    About Cali Care Retirement Home 2

    Cali Care Retirement Home 2 sits in Fair Oaks, CA, close enough to Sacramento for folks who like being near a city but still want quiet, and it's licensed for up to six women, so things stay small and personal, and you don't feel lost in a big crowd, and being in a regular house means it really feels homey, with attention to safety like locked knives and well-kept living spaces, and there's plenty of different rooms too, like private or shared, some even with their own bathrooms if that's needed, so everyone gets a bit more say in how and where they want to live. Residents here get help with daily things like bathing, dressing, going to the bathroom, and managing their medicines, which is important, and there's always someone around for supervision at all hours if you need it, including checking how everybody's doing, and there's laundry and housekeeping so you don't have to worry about chores piling up.

    Folks who need more involved care can also get high acuity and non-ambulatory care, even hospice if health needs change, and there's support with incontinence and the like, so it fits many seniors who need that bit of extra hands-on help. The home is actually well known for its experienced caregiver, who used to be a nursing assistant, running the place with a good bit of humor and personal attention, so residents feel like they matter, not just numbers, and the main focus stays on Memory Care, especially for women with Alzheimer's or dementia, doing as much as possible to reduce confusion and prevent wandering, with a safe environment full of cues and plenty of gentle reminders. There are different activities every day, like walks, games, singing, and hobbies, and there's a garden that always seems to have flowers, plus indoor and outdoor spaces to relax or just visit with others, and people can go on off-site outings if they choose.

    Meals get cooked fresh, with choices for allergies, diabetes, or vegetarians, and snacks are set out during the day, which helps folks eat when they feel like it, plus menus tend to change every day for variety, all put together by people who care about healthy eating, and there's a dining room where everyone can eat together, which makes things feel like a family meal. There's a fitness center, a gated pool for safety, and massage therapy, and you'll see spaces for crafts, reading, spiritual services for those who want them, and beauty and barber services right on site, so residents stay comfortable and cared for without having to leave. Every room's wheelchair accessible, and the showers and pathways are, too, so mobility's less of a worry, and residents can bring their small pets, enjoy garden paths, and park on-site if they still drive. There's Wi-Fi, telephones in rooms, and an emergency alert system for peace of mind.

    Cali Care Retirement Home 2 offers respite and short-term stays, too, so if a family needs a break or the resident's trying it out, that's possible, and there are a range of pricing options depending on the room and what kinds of help are needed, so families can find something that fits. On-site nurses and podiatrists come by, and doctors can visit if there's a need, so most health things get handled at home, which is a relief for many. Community activities like movie nights, visits to parks or cafes, or group hobbies let people keep their social life going, and having both group and one-on-one activities means even folks who like quiet time find something to do.

    Managed by Mojica Emmanuel, Cali Care Retirement Home 2 has been well maintained over time, and while it's not new, it stays clean, safe, and friendly, with special care for women needing Memory Care and support throughout their day, and for families looking for senior living with a gentle, home-style touch and a good bit of personal warmth, this place keeps things simple, safe, and comfortable without getting too fancy.

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