Oakmont of Carmichael was an excellent facility. It looked brand new. The tour person and the staff were very knowledgeable. They had different activities going on throughout the day. They have lots of different spaces for them to meet and socialize. They had tried to promote social interaction. They responded to the level of care that my parent would need. It's also extremely pricey, but you get what you pay for. I was very impressed with the whole facility, especially the individualization of the programs that they seem to be able to do there. I got to see the one private room. Even the shared rooms did not seem crowded there. They gave a feeling of space. The private room was big enough to make it accommodating for a few personal items. The bathroom was very spacious. The staff was very helpful, very understanding of the process that we're going through, and talked about having support for the family. The anecdotes showed how they individualized for a person's needs and their difficulties transitioning. They let them have the freedom that they could have in choosing their menu or items. It was a fast-food kind of thing, but they would assist them with their dining. They have several options for the main meals and then snacks throughout the day. So that was a nice and homey feeling for a dining area.

I went to Oakmont of Carmichael and saw both the assisted living and the memory care. I liked it so much that I told my husband that this is the place that we're going to retire. I saw their menu, and the person who assisted me explained how often they change it. They have a restaurant, a dog park, a garden, and a courtyard too. I saw them doing crosswords, but he also showed me all the other activities they do. It felt like you're in a cruise. He even gave me cookies when I left. He was very nice. What I also liked about it was that the residents have this little electronic device, like a badge, with them. They don't have it in the memory care unit because they don't want people to wander off, but the assisted care has it since they have more independence. I liked the aspect of that extra added component to their security level. He told me about how their laundry services work. He showed me their salon and their kitchenette. He explained to me the difference between assisted care among others. I was able to see a fully furnished model and that you can fix it up how you wanted it. They want you to feel at home. He said that every month, they talk to the community council about changes. Like they used to have movies at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, but the residents wanted to have them no later than 10:30 am. They changed it and that was nice. I was floored at what kind of stuff they get to you. He was more of a salesman kind of. Not that he wasn't good, he was totally professional. It's just the place is much more expensive than the other places, so I understand that.

Oakmont of Carmichael was very nice. It looked good on the outside, and it was nice and clean on the inside. It was elegant. The person who helped me was very knowledgeable and very helpful. He has called back to check on me numerous times. The dining area looked good. It was packed, but the residents seemed to be enjoying themselves. They were nice crowds. They have group activities and they were talking about Christmas. They have a library, a music room, and a nice fireplace where you can sit and read. Everything seemed nice and clean. The cleanliness was good.

My mother has lived at Oakmont for over 3 years. She is in the Memory Care department and is so well taken care of. The staff is very loving and treat her like she's family. The food is great and we often eat with her. She is always doing some type of activity and keeps quite busy. We as a family love this place because we no longer have to worry about her. They give her all of her medications and make sure she is safe and well taken care of on a daily basis. They include family and friends for all events. They have wonderful brunches and parties all the time. We always look forward to them. From the minute you walk in the door you feel welcome. We cant say enough nice things about BB!! The care staff are the most loving people you could ever find. This place is upscale! Its clean, safe and secure and we think this is the best place our Mom could be.