A Touch Above Care, Sycamore sits in Atascadero, California, nestled among rolling hills, and offers a small, home-like setting where only 4 to 6 seniors live together, which gives it a calm and personalized feel you don't find in bigger places. The team, led by a mother and daughter, keeps things running smoothly with a focus on individual needs, making decisions with the family and the senior in mind, so everyone gets personal attention no matter how complicated their health needs may be. The facility, located at 7150 Sycamore Road and holding license 405801862, runs as a board and care home, providing options for assisted living, memory care, and even high acuity care, all under the roof of one spacious home where the smells of home-cooked meals fill the air each day.
The Sycamore house has six living units, which come in private, shared, or one-bedroom layouts, all furnished and equipped with things like wheelchair accessible showers, private baths, and emergency alert systems, along with a few nice touches like HD TVs and wifi, so folks can stay comfortable and connected. You'll see both indoor and outdoor common spaces, with gardens and peaceful walking paths outside, a swimming pool, and even a chapel and library area inside, giving residents room for fresh air or quiet time, and there's an arts and crafts studio that's popular with many. Community events, scheduled daily activities, and things like movie night or exercise are always going, and there's a theatre for group shows, plus spaces for board games, cards, and books, which means no one has to stay bored if they don't want to.
Care here covers a wide range, with help for non-ambulatory folks, memory care for Alzheimer's and other dementia, diabetic care, incontinence care, and custom care plans that adapt to each person. The staff assists with all the usual activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, moving around, feeding, and toileting, and medication management is included as well. Residents get three chef-prepared meals every day, with snack breaks, and there are vegetarian and kosher meal options, and the dining room can handle private or communal setups, depending on the resident's needs. Safety's a focus here too, with things like a Wander Guard or similar system for anyone who might be at risk of wandering, and 24-hour staff supervision.
Transportation gets handled with a mix of complimentary rides, resident parking, and transportation at cost, and the home is handy to the public bus if someone wants to head out on their own. They also help residents and families with move-in coordination, make doctor appointment arrangements, and offer onsite delivery for packages or medications. On the pet side, dogs (up to 15 pounds) and cats are welcome, and the staff can help with basic pet care. Respite or short-term stays are available, which suits families needing a hand for a little while, and folks out for rehabilitation after a hospital stay. Housekeeping, laundry, individualized service plans, and concierge services all round out the list, with visiting beauticians, onsite hair and grooming, and access to a local senior living advisor for families figuring things out. The community also joins in a wider network that helps families find the right senior living option, so they're ready to guide you step by step if needed. The place doesn't feel big or overwhelming, and the peace and warmth usually lets new residents settle in at their own pace. Published pricing and details help families weigh their options, and the main emphasis always stays on comfort, security, and a sense of home.
