Serene Care II sits in a quiet community called The Oaks in Livermore, though the main facility's on Dorman Road in Pleasanton, California, and it keeps things calm and comfortable for seniors who want some help with daily life but don't want a big crowd or noisy place. The whole idea behind Serene Care II is to give seniors as much independence as they can handle, but there's plenty of staff support when daily tasks like bathing, dressing, laundry, or medication get tricky, and if someone needs more intensive care, maybe for things like diabetes, high blood pressure, incontinence, or recovering after an illness, the trained team's there to help with that, too.
The home feels like a big family, since it's a board and care spot with only six residents at a time, and those staff members really do get to know folks since they have over twenty-five years of senior care experience among them and like to keep a kind, friendly, and homey atmosphere-there's always help close by if someone gets confused, especially in memory care, where the setup's made to feel safe for those with Alzheimer's or dementia and aims to keep people from wandering.
Serene Care II covers a lot of ground with how it can help: there's residential care homes for seniors who need live-in caregivers, memory care for folks struggling with memory, assisted living for those needing help with things like meals and grooming but still wanting their own space, and even skilled nursing if someone needs constant medical support or therapy, plus independent living options for people who can do most things alone but like the idea of support around the corner.
Most rooms are private, though some are semi-private, and for those staying a short while just for respite care, the house keeps things easy to settle into, with monthly rates from $2,000. There's pet-friendly spaces, easy wheelchair access, gardens to enjoy, and regular laundry and housekeeping to keep things neat. When it comes to keeping busy, the schedule's full with exercise classes, arts and crafts, movie nights, social evenings, music or pet therapy, and trips out into the local community when folks want a change of scenery-from errands or shopping to outings for entertainment. Transportation's available, so residents can get to medical appointments or just get out for something fun.
Food's served daily, with care for special diets if needed-so if someone needs low-salt, diabetic, or heart-healthy meals, that's part of the arrangement. There are little extras like a mobile hairstylist or on-site hair salon, book room for reading, recreation rooms, a health area, and even a hot tub or steam room to help folks unwind.
The home's licensed by California's Department of Social Services and aims to offer all the basics plus some comforts, whether someone's here for assisted living, short-term respite stays, memory care, or year-round support. The staff take pride in giving every resident attention that meets their personal needs, so each person gets help at their own pace. Seniors get the chance to form bonds with both fellow residents and staff, and the atmosphere stays laid-back and friendly, letting everyone find their own rhythm and feel part of the household.
