Questions about Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Our age range at Avila is 56-100. Our location in downtown San Luis Obispo makes it convenient for an active lifestyle offering nearby shopping, restaurants, and nearby beaches.
What programs or activities does Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Our Life Enrichment programs will offer a variety of opportunities to meet new friends, discover new interests, exercise and maintain health, enjoy exciting outings and excursions . . . and so much more.
What places are near Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
We are centrally located to several local attractions/counties including, but not limited to, beaches, mountains, art galleries, three wine regions, Farmers Market, Avila Valley Barn, Bishop Peak, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, and other historical sites.
What transportation services does Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO offer to assisted living residents?
A full-time, certified bus driver will be available through the community's transportation department. Scheduled services takes residents to nearby shopping trips, religious services, banks, postal services and more.
What makes the chef or dining program at Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Dining is an absolute delight at Avila Senior Living. Meals are prepared fresh daily by our on-site chefs and are served in beautifully appointed restaurant-style settings by attentive dining room staff. Using only the freshest fruits and vegetables the meals are delicious and nourishing.
What safety features or security measures does Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO offer to assisted living residents?
Avila Senior Living provides families the peace of mind of knowing that their loved ones are in good hands, delivered by people who genuinely care. We consider safety and security a top priority. Our community has both external and internal common area cameras and our assisted living residents each will have an emergency device to immediately alert staff of any incident.
How does Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Our residents and families will be informed through a community newsletter, emails, phone calls, and, of course, our open door policy which welcomes active communication.
What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO during daytime and nighttime hours?
We staff according to our residents' acuity and individualized care plans and make adjustments as necessary with our residents' changing needs. It is always our goal to ensure adequate staffing at all times.
If Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We are a pet friendly community with plenty of walking paths and a small private dog park just for your pet to enjoy.
What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?
We comply with all state regulations and offer additional training as necessary to ensure competent staff. All staff receives first aid training and there is CPR trained staff on-site 24/7.
Does Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
We partner with several health care providers such as home health and hospice in our area.