Oakmont of Escondido Hills was a lovely community. They seemed to have a lot of services, and they were able to fit their clients through every level of care. They were able to take good care of them, not only physically but recreationally. They had in-house speech therapy and occupational therapy, but what I liked the most was the variety of living scenarios for the individuals. You could go from an independent living casita with your own garage to full-time care. I've never been to another place where people can have their own middle home with their garage on campus, to 2-bedroom apartments, 1-bedroom apartments, studio apartments, shared apartment, assisted living, and to a nursing home care.
The staff also seemed knowledgeable and kind. It seemed pricey, but all of these communities are. We went there on a holiday and saw the staff interacting with a client with a balloon and a racket, and I thought it was great. The halls weren't just quiet halls or doors closed, there was interaction between the staff and the resident, whether they needed physical therapy, range of motion, or some kind of stimulation. Seeing them working with the residents in the hall was awesome.
Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care
24 Reviews
3012 Bear Valley Parkway South, Escondido, CA 92025
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Reviews of Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Assisted Living Reviews for Oakmont of Escondido Hills
February 23, 2021
I visited this facility
May 26, 2017
I visited this facility
I like the whole facility. The staff was accommodating. They have all kinds of things like classes, library, outings, a nice patio, and a meeting area. Oakmont of Escondido Hills had a lot of things to offer.
Provider Response
Hello tareyn, Thank you for your great comments. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed our community, including our classes and excellent library. Oakmont strives to be an industry leader when it comes to providing outstanding amenities and features for our residents. If you have any other questions regarding Oakmont of Escondido Hills, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Warm regards, Jack McCarty, Executive Director
June 10, 2016
I visited this facility
Oakmont of Escondido Hills was very nice, and new. It's very clean, and it seemed as though they have the staffing there to take care of the people. They had a library. The rooms were pretty nice, but a little small but probably good for the type of situation that they're trying to handle.
Provider Response
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at our community. We take pride in ensuring that our community looks as good today as it did on the day we opened and we love hearing that you noticed. Our floor plans range from studios to two bed/two bath freestanding casitas; please feel free to come in and see us again anytime if you would like to tour one of our larger apartment homes. Warm Regards, Hilary Fields, Oakmont of Escondido Hills
December 10, 2015
I visited this facility
The staff at Oakmont of Escondido Hills was extremely friendly. They greeted us and when we were walking around, you could see them talking with the residents. When my mom got tired of walking, the girl giving us the tour got her a wheelchair and helped her upstairs. The genuine care is very interesting; it was pretty obvious. When we first walked in, there were a lot of residents in chairs either sleeping or drooling or slouching, and they didn’t look like they were happy. They looked bored; there wasn't any interaction with each other happening.
October 29, 2015
I visited this facility
The only thing that I didn’t like for the memory unit was like a time served for when the patients get up at night, and they weren’t located in an area where they could be notified right away because of where they were set up in the room; if the patient were to fall they wouldn’t notice or they won’t know. Probably more caregivers and clearer as far as what they are going to charge as the patient declines. The grounds were very pretty, so that would be the standout of it.
October 27, 2015
I visited this facility
Oakmont of Escondido Hills was a newer facility, really nice, large, and had lots of activities. They had monthly events. They gave me a cherry pie, which is my favorite dessert. The price was right in the middle. It wasn't too high, wasn't low, but it was very reasonable for what they offered. Out of all the directors that we spoke to, I felt like they really cared. They had exercise classes and art classes, and they do special events, like a farm day in the summer, animals come, out and they do a petting zoo. They also do family events where they have an open house where the families can come and enjoy. They do a circus day and fun things that are enjoyable for everybody. They're perfect. If I were to put my mom anywhere, that would be the place we would take her to.
October 11, 2015
I visited this facility
Everyone was friendly and cared.
August 21, 2015
I visited this facility
The part that struck us the best on Oakmont of Escondido Hills was the remodeling that they had just completed. It was very attractive, very bright, and cheery. That was very, very nice. They didn’t have anyone that wasn’t friendly and helpful. It seemed like they had very happy and content people. The dining room was very similar to all dining rooms. The food was very good, but it wasn’t exceptional. The rooms were larger than any of the others. The only reason we didn’t consider this as the main one was simply because it seemed like there were too many people there. However, I would recommend this facility.
August 10, 2015
I visited this facility
Oakmont of Escondido was great. That was really a nice place. It was beautiful. It was absolutely gorgeous. The grounds were fantastic. They had a lot of staff. I really liked the marketing person. I would highly recommend it. They had spacious room. It was clean and very nice. They had all kinds of activities. However, it was expensive.
November 28, 2014
I visited this facility
Oakmont was referred by a friend. The staff is very welcoming, accommodating, and with good attitude. The rooms are clean and spacious. They have Bingo and art activity going on. They have security.
August 10, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My parents are at Oakmont at Escondido. Their staff is great and friendly. The food is delicious. They also have activities.
Independent Living Reviews for Oakmont of Escondido Hills
June 21, 2021
I visited this facility
The staff at Oakmont of Escondido Hills was very professional, compassionate, and very thorough. I chose not to eat, but they offered. They went over the menu and selections and it looked really appetizing. It was very clean. The dining area was pretty elegant. The residents were out and about, very friendly, and seemed very pleasant. It's a beautiful facility.
April 12, 2021
I am/was a resident of this facility
I'm now in Oakmont of Escondido Hills. It's really good. I don't have any complaints. The staff members have been very helpful, and they seem very kind, and caring, too. It's a nice place. I'm in a two-bedroom, which is very nice. They come in and clean it once a week, they do my wash twice a week, and they make my bed and empty my trash. They do a good job. Every day they have games and bingo, there's a pool table, and a swimming pool, and there are people coming in who sing and have get-togethers like that, but we haven't had much of that since we have been locked down. They have lots of activities.
February 28, 2019
I visited this facility
I was rather depressed with Oakmont of Escondido Hills because there were so many wheelchairs and walkers outside the dining room and that turned me off. I didn't know in the beginning that I would be looking at more of assisted care people rather than independent. The food was excellent and very good though. The rooms seemed to be a little bit bigger and a little bit newer-looking. Everyone there has been very nice and friendly to me and my son.
August 07, 2018
I visited this facility
My visit at Oakmont of Escondido Hills was fine. The people were friendly and welcoming, they showed us around, and answered all my questions. The rooms are very nice, they're just at the higher end of our budget. The place looked nice and was kept up nicely. They showed us the library, they have a place to watch movies, dining facilities, and they have a swimming pool too. The staff member was nice, friendly, and prompt.
November 20, 2017
I visited this facility
I absolutely loved Oakmont of Escondido Hills. Everything was great. It was nice and clean. I like the fact that it is assisted living and independent living all in one. I love the marketing director, too. She did a fabulous job. The food was delicious. They do your laundry, change your sheets, take care of your medication and appointments, and serve three meals a day included.
Provider Response
Hi Lori, Thank you for your excellent review! We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed visiting our community and thought that our staff, care services and dining program were impressive. We pride ourselves in offering luxurious retirement living for all of our residents. If you have any questions about our community, please do not hesitate to contact us. Warm regards, Melissa Dressler, Executive Director
May 22, 2017
I visited this facility
Oakmont of Escondido Hills was a much smaller facility than others we saw as far as number of residents and space. It’s very well kept and very clean, but some of the rooms were extremely small. The gal who gave us the tour was very capable and did a very good job at explaining things. At the point where my friend was feeling very nervous about it, she allayed his fears and helped him. It seemed like their food and restaurant areas were very nice. We have another friend who has beed a resident there for three years and is doing really well, so I can say that it’s a good facility. It’s more isolated and not in walking distance to any shopping or restaurants. They had a shuttle bus, though, that takes people to appointments and shopping. There were two separate, small dining rooms. I think that they schedule people to come at certain times so they don’t have to wait in line to be seated.
Provider Response
Hello Brenda, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you had a pleasant experience touring our community with one of our team members. Our staff aims to assist with any questions or concerns that a potential new resident may have. We also strive to provide the best possible amenities and accommodations for our residents, with apartments that have 9-foot ceilings and are up to 1,000 square feet. If you have any further questions in regards to Oakmont, such as about our excellent dining program, fun events we host, or how we’re giving back to the Escondido Hills community, please do not hesitate to contact me. Warm regards, Jack McCarty, Executive Director
March 26, 2016
I visited this facility
I visited Oakmont of Escondido Hills. The food was excellent, and I liked the grounds and the facilities. Because it was a newer facility, I just saw a model room, which was very nice. Depending on the orientation of the windows, my wall decorations will serve to make the room feel more like home. The dining room was fine and very open.
December 10, 2015
I visited this facility
We saw the independent living cottages at Oakmont of Escondido Hills. It was fine, just a little bit old. It was like a little, spacious townhouse. It looked like it was kept up nicely even though it was older. It had good ADA accessibilities, and I thought it would be good for my parents. I think they had a beauty salon and bingo, other activities, and a pool.
September 29, 2015
I visited this facility
We went to Oakmont of Escondido Hills. My experience was really good. The surroundings were beautiful. The staff was friendly. They had all kinds of exercise programs and art programs. They had a library. They are really nice. It even had a pool. It was beautiful. It was very lush and green.
June 29, 2015
I visited this facility
I've been to Oakmont of Escondido Hills four times, and every time they have an event, they're kind enough to call us to come and take part. The people were very friendly. I asked two ladies who were residents there what they liked best about Oakmont, and at the same time they said everything, so that was pretty impressive. The place was clean and beautiful. We like it a lot. It is very eye appealing with beautiful grounds, a courtyard, and nice wide aisles. I like the rooms. We had eaten there, and the food was very good. Coming up next Thursday, it's going to be a four-course meal and a casino night. It has been established, and it's been there for a while.
May 29, 2014
I visited this facility
Oakmont is good but it's not feasible for my mom. The rooms are very nice. Everything is nice. It's very institution-like. If they are healthy and independent, Oakmont will be good.
December 02, 2013
I visited this facility
The living facility in Oakmont was really nice. The condo were very large. The staff and their grounds were also very nice.
Memory Care Reviews for Oakmont of Escondido Hills
January 22, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My friend has been in Oakmont of Escondido Hills for two weeks now. It's been pretty good, but he's having some difficulty settling in, which is common for people, so it's going pretty well, I guess. The room is small, but it's nice. The staff is wonderful, and they work with me regularly. He has hospice care, too, and the hospice staff is really good. It's a small facility, so it's kind of cozy. They have extensive grounds. I think they have 4 acres outside and with courtyards for both the memory care unit and for their regular facility. They also have casitas for independent living people, so it's a complete community. They have an award-winning dining program there that is very popular with family and friends. I haven't had the food myself, but I'm told it was really good.
They have a movie theater and they have movies twice a day, in the afternoon and in the evening. They have an activity director in the memory care area, and I'm interacting with this person. They have kind of interactive driving and flying, like a video game, for the people plus the usual Bingo and other kinds of things that you will find for the senior residents. If the residents prefer it, they have some one-on-one activities. They're actually a really good facility and really good to work with. The staff is wonderful. They just replaced the carpet there, but the facility itself is very clean and very elegant. It is older, it's not brand new, but it still has the looks of a boutique hotel. I haven't been really participating in any activities, but the activity director is really, really good.
Questions about Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Oakmont of Escondido Hills. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Oakmont of Escondido Hills has independent living, assisted living and memory care residents. The average age is about 80 years old. Our residents enjoy exercising that is offered seven days a week and playing bingo.
What programs or activities does Oakmont of Escondido Hills offer to enrich residents' well-being?
We offer a diabetic wellness program as well as nurses seven days a week. We also have Rehab Care that offers physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. For the first sixty days upon move in our new residents have an engagement coordinator that works with them closely to help our new residents transition comfortably into the community. We offer a brain exercise program called 'It's Never too Late' for our memory care residents. We also offer a large variety of activities to enrich our residents lives.
What places are near Oakmont of Escondido Hills or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
The Westfield Shopping Mall is one mile away. Kit Carson Park is across the street. Safari Park is five miles away. Target is one mile away.
What transportation services does Oakmont of Escondido Hills offer to assisted living residents?
We provide scheduled transportation within a 12 mile radius. We take our residents to doctors appointments, church, shopping, banks and stores. We also have a bus that brings our residents to fun outings once a week.
What safety features or security measures does Oakmont of Escondido Hills offer to assisted living residents?
We have staff that works 24/7. We lock all our outside doors at 8:30pm daily.
How does Oakmont of Escondido Hills keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
The Executive Director e-mails our families with any updates.
If Oakmont of Escondido Hills accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We are a very pet friendly community. We have a dog park and lots of grass areas where you can walk your dog.
Is Oakmont of Escondido Hills affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
We are not affiliated with a hospital but we are eight miles to the closest hospital which is Palomar Hospital in Escondido.
Costs for Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Services and Amenities of Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $6000/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $4295/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $3495/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
- Detached Homes
- Housing Extra: Casitas
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- In Room Kitchens
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
- Dining Extra: On Site Catering May Be Used To Host Special Gatherings And Dinner Parties; Most Special Diets Can Be Accommodated; Our Chefs Will Accommodate Specific Cuisine Requests And Familiar Dishes; We Feature Seasonal Menus With Soups, Salads, Entr Es, And Desserts; Find Snacks And Beverages All Day In Our Bistro; Wine Will Be Available, And You May Have Your Own Special Vintage Poured
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Golf
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Security Gate
- Pool
- Spa
- Features Extra: Library, Fitness Room/Gym
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Nurse On Staff: Onsite 24/7
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Tai Chi
- Fitness Room
- Yoga
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
- Activities Extra: Computer Class
Financial guidance
- Home Sale Assistance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 143
- Minimum Age: 65, But We Can Get A Waiver For Special Exceptions
- Pets: All Pets Allowed
Licenses
- Licenses: 374601486
- State Licenses: 374601486
About Oakmont of Escondido Hills
Oakmont of Escondido Hills is a lovely retirement community situated on a lush six-acre campus with lovely views of the Escondido Hills, and is within walking distance of Westfield’s North County Fair Shopping Mall.
If an active lifestyle is what you desire, you’ll feel at home in our retirement community where friends and neighbors enjoy our spa, private movie theater, swimming pool, and lovely grounds. If you ever need additional care, we offer assisted living and memory care services right within our community. Experience for yourself what makes this extraordinary senior living community one where life just gets better and better.
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