Eskaton Village Carmichael - Carmichael, California

Ramona Thomas

Eskaton Village Carmichael is by far the best in-patient rehab facility I’ve experienced, for many reasons.

The facility itself is beautiful, clean, spacious, warm and inviting. The shared rooms are very large, spacious and fully furnished, with a comfortable bed. I enjoyed the company of roommates, without feeling cramped and crowded, or feeling like I had to sacrifice my privacy.

The food was great, and well presented! I enjoyed eating in the dining room with my elderly roommate and we both really enjoyed the food. And there is plenty of it! I’m a vegetarian and was happy to see they offered a good selection of tasty vegetarian options.

I really can’t say enough about the PT and OT team. I am so incredibly grateful for their expertise, support and encouragement! I could not have done it without them!

The medical and nursing staff were superior. They were all so very patient and kind, and I felt like they always took all the time I needed, even though I know they are very busy people!

I guess in a nutshell I could say that my stay at Eskaton felt very safe, comfortable and inviting. Very much like visiting well-loved family. I am happy to be back home, but grateful for Eskaton Village Carmichael being there in my time of need.

Lisa Martin

It is with great satisfaction and appreciation that I write this review on behalf of the staff at Eskaton.

Recently, my mother needed some assistance in order to maintain her independent living arrangement as she recovered. With the help of Daisy Absalon RN and Lori Loftmiller we were able to enlist on-sight help from the Eskaton Medication Administration Tech program and Helping Hands. Although Daisy and Lori were immeasurably helpful in the initiation of these programs, it is the staff who carry them out on a daily basis that truly makes the difference!

As a daughter who lives out-of-town, I am sincerely grateful to Medication Tech’s Jinah, Alice and John and Helping Hands aid Jaz. Each of you have shown kindness, patience, cheerfulness, and compassion when interfacing with my mother.

Thank you Eskaton staff for the exceptional care you provide, it doesn’t go unnoticed.

Sincerely,
Lisa A. Martin

Bart Frame

My wife and I started looking for a staged living community 4 years ago. Knowing that one, or both, of us would likely eventually fail and require professional care, we decided one of these places was the way to go. We knew we didn’t want to ever be in the situation where we would have to move in with one of our children and totally disrupt their lives.
We looked at several places in the Rocklin, Roseville area and liked Eskaton the best, by far. Their campus in Carmichael is beautifully maintained, the residents are amazingly warm, welcoming and happy and so we decided that none others were even close to being as desirable. Unfortunately, my wife passed away, leaving me alone. In many ways I didn’t feel ready to move but, as the months passed, , I realized I needed to move to Eskaton for several reasons.
I knew I needed more social interaction and I wasn’t feeding myself healthily. Here, I am assured of a healthy, balanced diet and there are more than enough activities and clubs to keep me and my brain active.
I still have moments when I’d like to be back in my old neighborhood, but I really know that I made the right decision in coming here.

Carol Laursen

My husband and I have lived in the Village for 10 years. It is a very comfortable home among a community of friends. The staff is attentive and supportive of all the residents, while the residents are engaging and actively involved in shared activities and interests. We are very pleased with our decision to make this our home.

Karen Robison

Coming to live at Eskaton Village Carmichael was the BEST decision Karl Bucholz and I have made. We moved here at ages 70 and 71, have lived here eight plus years, and are delighted with this community. The staff are professional, friendly, treat us with dignity and respect, yet are not patronizing or superior in their manner. They make us feel like we are colleagues in a joint effort to make the aging experience better. We love the spacious grounds and beautiful landscaping. We have an excellent Fitness Program. We have a myriad number of activities of all types. Our dining experience is superior, with an excellent chef and Dining Services Director and Assistant Director. The best thing is the feeling of community here. We are a true village of people who care for one another.

Joan Unter

We have lived here almost two years and thoroughly enjoy the friendliness of the residents and staff. In addition, the food is excellent and beautifully presented. We have many activities from which to choose, including bocce court, putting green, swimming pool, fitness gym, various fitness classes, planned trips, choral groups, bell choir, forums, concerts and movies. We even have our own massage therapist , hair and nail salon! We actually feel like we are on a "land cruise."

Elisa Ungerman

My mom is here in independent living. She has been for almost 10 years and she will be 100 this year. This is a “Cadillac” facility. She loves it. The staff is top notch and the facilities excellent. Cost is not for the faint of heart. For most there is a pricey buy-in that is based on the size of unit but what is hard is the 3-5% annual escalator on your monthly “room and board” fees that also vary with the size of your unit. So you need to prepared for that. In 9 years the monthly fee has increased over 1400/month, from around 4800 a month to 6200/month for a 1300 sq ft unit, well in excess of inflation so if you are on a small fixed income this place will not work for you. If cost is not a concern, then go for it. I understand there is a lengthy waiting list for Two bedroom units.

Sally Murphy

I came alone to Eskaton Carmichael- my husband died suddenly a month before the planned move. This has been exactly the right place for me to begin to heal- everyone- staff and residents alike,- has been so warmly welcoming, and it is genuine, not part of a job.I feel so at home and safe and motivated to make a new path here. And the food is great!! If one is lonely, bored or hungry here, it is their own fault! Truly a cruise without leaving the dock!