Family Courtyard sits in Richmond, California and has room for up to 70 residents in a mix of studios, one-bedroom, semi-private, and two-bedroom units, with private bathrooms, air conditioning, kitchenettes, cable TV, and Wi-Fi, which comes in handy when families visit or when residents want to relax in their own space, and the place makes it easier by offering a storage area for personal belongings and helping new residents with moving in. The staff is around day and night, ready to help with bathing, dressing, eating, medication, and getting around, plus laundry, housekeeping, and linen services come with the stay whether someone is there for long-term care, respite care after surgery, or other short-term needs, and they've got a safer environment with a 24-hour call system, regular health checks by nurses and doctors, and emergency response plans, and for those with diabetes, staff will help with insulin. Folks with different care needs, including memory care for dementia or Alzheimer's, non-ambulatory and incontinence assistance, or even hospice care, can find reliable support here, and the team makes customized care plans, offers help in and out of showers, assists with clothing, and provides spoon feeding if needed, and they do routine health screenings so they can respond quickly if anything changes.
The community has a library, a game room, a small greenhouse, a community garden and courtyard, walking paths, a beauty salon, a spa and sauna, and outdoor spaces where you can sit outside with visitors or take a stroll with other residents, sometimes stopping at one of the many benches along the way, and the place has common areas for socializing like a dining room where skilled chefs make meals for all tastes and dietary needs, including special diets for high blood pressure and diabetes. There's always something going on, too-with daily activities, board games, music therapy, computers and tech classes, movie nights, pet therapy, fitness programs, and resident-run clubs which give everyone a chance to stay engaged or to lead a group if they wish, and everyone can join in for regular holiday parties and community events. The facility helps with bill paying and insurance claims, does pharmacy runs, and provides transportation for medical appointments, errands, and religious services, making things simpler for people who don't want to keep up with a car, and the staff supports families through programs tailored to each household, offering guidance with care planning, home oversight, and even power of attorney when needed.
The staff and management say they value kindness, respect, and giving a helping hand, and they plan activities to keep seniors socially, physically, and mentally engaged, and make an effort to keep things clean and working well, handle repairs quickly, and maintain regular inspections to meet safety rules from the California Department of Social Services. Healthcare support includes on-site medical care, rehabilitative services, nursing supervision for 12 to 16 hours a day, and help with mobility, from moving between rooms to transferring from bed to wheelchair. Family Courtyard doesn't accept Medicare unless certified, but does accept private pay, social security benefits, veterans' benefits, and private insurance, and they set rates by the type of care needed, with fees for moving in and for respite stays. Overall, Family Courtyard gives seniors a comfortable place to live and get help, with activities and support for different needs, and brings peace of mind for families who want a reliable, safe place for their loved one.
