Pricing ranges from
    $7,263 – 9,441/month

    The Oaks at Nipomo

    177 Mary Ave, Nipomo, CA, 93444
    4.5 · 67 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Beautiful facility, recommended with reservations

    I toured and moved my mom in - the place is beautiful, modern and hotel-like with lovely gardens, great common areas and lots of activities. Debra (and front-desk staff like Amy and Heidi) gave an excellent tour and the team has been friendly, professional and communicative; move-in was smooth and therapy helped my mom regain mobility. Meals, outings and on-site therapy are big pluses (food quality seems to vary by opinion). Memory care staff showed compassion and progress for us, but I've seen mixed reports about consistency, staffing and even some safety/medication concerns - worth confirming in person. Overall I'm happy with our decision and would recommend visiting to judge fit and costs for your family.

    Pricing

    $7,263+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $8,715+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living
    $9,441+/moStudioAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.49 · 67 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.4
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      4.6
    • Value

      3.0

    Location

    Map showing location of The Oaks at Nipomo

    About The Oaks at Nipomo

    The Oaks at Nipomo sits in a handy spot close to Arroyo Grande and Santa Maria and offers several types of care for seniors, whether someone's looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or even continuing care as needs change over time, and the whole place has a friendly, secure feel to it with 24-hour staff on-hand if you need anything day or night. People who choose independent living usually want a maintenance-free lifestyle with private apartments-studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom layouts-with housekeeping, laundry, in-unit washing machines, and included utilities, and many apartments come with kitchenettes or even a full kitchen if someone likes to cook, but they can also go to restaurant-style dining rooms or a wine bar to socialize, or join others in shared spaces like the library, activity rooms, indoor pool, or the fitness center. For those who need more support, assisted living services help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, and managing medicines but aim to let folks stay as independent as possible; assisted living is also set up to offer personalized support with personal care and daily living, and offers time to relax or join a busy schedule of social activities, music events, and outings using the transportation provided by The Oaks. Memory care here focuses on respect and safety for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, led by a dedicated Memory Care Program Director, and offers secure areas, plans tailored to each person, and regular wellness checks, plus activities set up to spark memories and keep minds active. The whole place feels like a real community, with outdoor patios, gardens, and indoor common rooms for people to meet and take part in everything from devotional services-both on and offsite-to games and educational sessions, and there's even a theater for movies or events, plus an on-site salon and barber shop. The facility lets residents decorate their suites with their own furniture so spaces feel more like home, welcomes pets, and encourages visitors. Services for families include help finding funding, figuring out care planning, and advice on paying for care with options like insurance, VA benefits, and Medicare. The staff at The Oaks support a routine full of activities and connections and also offer companion care through home care aides, and for those needing therapy, they provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies onsite. Wi-Fi, parking, and high-speed internet are available for all, and safety is a clear focus, especially for those in memory care who might be at risk for wandering. The Oaks at Nipomo sets up everyday life to be simple, comfortable, and interesting, so seniors have as much choice as possible while knowing support's close by.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    41

    Inspections

    11

    Type A Citations

    11

    Type B Citations

    4

    Years of reports

    02 Jul 2025
    Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that memory care restrooms lacked toilet paper (hygiene items) and the allegation that a resident was denied appropriate activities; both allegations were unsubstantiated.
    30 Jun 2025
    Investigated allegations about a resident’s care in the home, including timely medical attention after a May 2023 incident, adequate supervision, observation of changes in condition, and a reappraisal after changes, using interviews and record reviews. Found inconsistencies between family statements and records, and documentation did not clearly prove or disprove the allegations.
    29 May 2025
    Found that the home had 97 bedrooms for 99 residents with 67 staff; common areas were clean and safe, with non-skid showers and secured grab bars in observed areas. Found that all required postings were visible, and documents showed a capacity of 122 non-ambulatory residents (12 bedridden), with a hospice waiver for 12 and an approved fire clearance.
    • § 9058
    27 Feb 2025
    Found the eviction followed policy with thirty days’ written notice and was lawful. Staff and residents reported ongoing harassment and disruptive conduct by the resident, contributing to a hostile environment.
    27 Feb 2025
    Identified a staff member who handled a resident roughly, supported by corrective counseling records and incident notes. Found that the allegation of not changing residents in a timely manner was not supported by evidence, as rounds occurred every two hours, doctor orders for skin care were in place, and refusals were documented.
    • § 87468.1(a)(3)
    22 Oct 2024
    Found insufficient evidence to support the allegation that staff handled the resident in a rough manner. Found insufficient evidence to support the allegations that staff did not assist with medication as prescribed and did not address a change in the resident's medical condition.
    28 Aug 2024
    Found a second-floor apartment with a foul odor requiring biohazard cleanup and eviction for repeated refusals of cleaning and care. Also identified ongoing dining room staffing shortages and scheduling gaps that increased wait times for meals.
    28 Aug 2024
    Confirmed unsanitary living conditions and shortage of dining room staff at the facility.
    • § 87303(a)
    • § 87555(b)(18)
    27 Aug 2024
    Identified that a staff member handled residents roughly, causing skin tears, and used profanity toward residents. Found that another staff member did not wear gloves when preparing food, and there was no evidence of improper food storage or food poisoning, no eviction threats, and the kitchen was clean.
    27 Aug 2024
    Confirmed rough handling of residents and use of profanity by staff members. Unsubstantiated claims of improper food storage and threats of eviction. Kitchen cleanliness allegation also unsubstantiated.
    • § 87468.2(a)(8)
    • § 87555(b)(15)
    • § 87468.1(a)
    23 Aug 2024
    Investigated the allegation that transportation for a resident’s medical appointment was refused. Found that pre-scheduled transportation and several alternative options were available, with Uber or Lyft as the only feasible choices when the appointment was last-minute.
    23 Aug 2024
    Confirmed allegation regarding transportation dispute unsubstantiated based on facility documentation and resident interviews, with recommendations for clear communication of transportation policies and consistency in scheduling.
    11 Jul 2024
    Found that 67 staff and 1 administrator were employed, with confidential personnel files; 10 staff files reviewed were complete, and training records will be finalized on a follow-up visit; administrator certificate expires 08/26/2025. Found resident files kept confidential and 3 of 10 reviewed contained required documents; cash resources are not handled and incident reports are submitted when required; disaster preparedness includes quarterly drills, the last conducted on 6/25/24.
    11 Jul 2024
    Reviewed staffing, personnel and resident records, incident reports, and disaster preparedness at the facility, all of which were found to be in compliance during the annual inspection.
    19 Jun 2024
    Found that staffing shortages led to missed showers and delayed shower assistance, and pendant calls were not always answered promptly, with wait times up to 11–30 minutes on understaffed shifts. Found no clear evidence of neglect in incontinence care or supervision, though some delays occurred when staff were short-staffed.
    19 Jun 2024
    Confirmed staff members did not assist residents with showers in a timely manner and did not respond promptly to residents' pendants.
    • § 87468.2(a)(4)
    • § 87464(f)(1)
    08 Feb 2024
    Investigated the allegation that staff did not discard contaminated food and that the kitchen was not kept clean or free from pests. Found moldy food in the refrigerator and concerns about handling expired items, along with a dirty utensil catcher and reports of pest activity, with staff noting ongoing cleaning and pest-control efforts.
    08 Feb 2024
    Confirmed the allegation of staff not discarding contaminated food, but found the allegation of staff not keeping the kitchen clean or free from rodents to be unsubstantiated.
    • § 87555(b)(23)
    15 Sept 2023
    Found no evidence supporting the allegation that residents were not provided adequate toilet paper. Interviews and records showed most residents purchased their own toilet paper, some staff were unaware it was provided, and there were no invoices billed for toilet paper in 2022-2023; admission materials did not indicate residents were required to supply toilet paper.
    15 Sept 2023
    Confirmed the allegation that the facility does not provide adequate amounts of toilet paper to residents in care was unsubstantiated based on interviews with staff and residents.
    20 Jul 2023
    Reviewed a 1-year annual visit at the site, during which a licensing program analyst met the administrator, toured several resident rooms on two floors, and interviewed multiple residents. An exit interview was completed, and a follow-up visit was planned to finish the process.
    20 Jul 2023
    Visited the facility, reviewed documents, observed residents and interviewed staff as part of an annual inspection.
    14 Jul 2023
    Found infection control measures in place, adequate staffing, and posted resident rights, with a secured memory care area and active programming. Identified issues included cleaning and proper coverage in the memory care kitchen and an outdated disaster preparedness form.
    14 Jul 2023
    Identified areas noted in infection control, physical plant, staffing, resident rights, planned activities, food service, disaster preparedness, and residents with special health needs during the visit.
    17 Nov 2022
    Investigated three specific allegations—kitchen not kept clean or sanitary; food not handled, prepared or stored appropriately; and contaminated food being served. Found the kitchen was clean and sanitary, handling and storage were appropriate, and no contaminated food was served.
    17 Nov 2022
    Found that residents did not receive adequate food service due to staffing shortages, causing long wait times and meals that were cold when served. Interviews indicated meat was often overcooked and hard to cut, the menu was repetitive, and some residents and witnesses described the food as unappetizing.
    • § 87555(b)(18)
    17 Nov 2022
    Found no evidence of unsanitary conditions or improper food handling in the kitchen, as alleged in interviews with staff, residents, and witnesses.
    10 Nov 2022
    Identified that changes in residents were not brought to the responsible person in a timely manner, and that changes in residents were not documented; hygiene/showering and incontinence needs were not consistently met due to staffing shortages. The physician notification allegation had insufficient evidence.
    • § 87625(b)(3)
    • § 87468.2(a)(4)
    • § 87506(b)(13)
    • § 87468.1(a)(8)
    10 Nov 2022
    Found the first allegation that there was insufficient staff to meet residents' needs, based on interviews showing shortages on Fridays through Sundays across care tasks. Found the second allegation that residents were not showered or bathed as scheduled when short-handed, with showers delayed or skipped due to staffing gaps.
    10 Nov 2022
    Confirmed allegations of insufficient staffing levels leading to residents not receiving necessary care services and being left waiting for tasks. Additionally, showers were not being provided as scheduled due to staffing shortages.
    • § 87464(f)(4)
    • § 87411(a)
    26 Jul 2022
    Found comprehensive infection control measures in place, including PPE, cleaning and disinfection, isolation plans, testing, and visitor policies, with ongoing staff training and communication. A staff member was observed transporting a resident in a van with a mask pulled down under the chin.
    26 Jul 2022
    Conducted on site visit identified deficiencies in infection control protocols and citation was issued.
    • § 87468.1(a)(2)
    20 May 2022
    Found that a staff member did not wear a mask correctly while serving food, with another staff member stating they informed them that masks must be worn properly.
    20 May 2022
    Confirmed that a staff member was observed not wearing a mask correctly while serving food, in violation of COVID-19 guidelines.
    • § 87468.1(a)(2)
    16 Sept 2021
    Identified that on 08/31/2021 a resident was taken to the ER and staff and the administrator failed to report the incident to the licensing agency.
    16 Sept 2021
    Found failure to report an incident to the licensing agency.
    • §
    21 Jul 2021
    Found no evidence to support the allegations of lack of supervision resulting in falls, failure to respond promptly to alerts, or a resident wandering away. Identified that showers were not provided as contracted for a resident, and shower records could not be produced after multiple requests.
    21 Jul 2021
    Confirmed lack of supervision resulting in resident falls and staff not providing scheduled services, while resident wandering and staff response to alerts were unsubstantiated.
    • § 87464(f)(1)
    09 Jul 2021
    Found staff failed to provide the required two-person assist during a resident transfer, resulting in a head injury and an emergency room visit.
    • §
    09 Jul 2021
    Found infection-control measures in place and followed, including entry screening with symptom checks and temperature checks, masking, PPE, isolation capacity, cleaning, and staff training; no deficiencies were noted.
    09 Jul 2021
    Confirmed implementation of all infection control protocols during annual visit. No deficiencies observed.

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