Las Palmas of Sebastopol sits at 218 N High St, right in a quiet part of Sebastopol, California, where you'll find a small Queen Anne Style home built in 1906 that still holds plenty of its old-world charm, thanks to some thoughtful remodeling back in 2010 and earthquake safety updates, and the place feels peaceful with its pretty gardens, fruit trees, and spots to sit outside and watch hummingbirds flit about during the day. The community is licensed by the California Department of Social Services for up to six residents, which keeps things small and close-knit, so every resident gets more individualized care than what you might find in a bigger place, and the staff have a friendly and helpful reputation, always aiming to make things comfortable and supportive for seniors who can't live on their own.
Las Palmas of Sebastopol offers assisted living, memory care, foster care, hospice care, and respite care in a family-like setting and provides both private and semi-private rooms, with accessible showers and full tubs, and a beautician right there on site for those who need it. Meals come from chefs and are made daily, with three homemade dishes and options for special diets if someone has health needs like high blood pressure or diabetes. The staff can help with bathing, dressing, grooming, bathroom needs, 1-person and 2-person transfers-plus a mechanical lift if needed-and they're able to handle insulin administration and blood sugar tests for residents with diabetes. There's 24-hour awake staff and behavioral care for residents who might have memory issues, act out, or are at risk of wandering, with safeguards like a computerized wander alert system for extra safety across the free-standing property.
For residents with memory concerns like Alzheimer's or dementia, the community has a purpose-built memory care building that's set up to keep people engaged with tailored activities, supervision, reminders for daily routines, and safety measures for anyone who tends to wander or become confused. Daily life includes scheduled events like exercise, movie nights, music therapy, pet visits, creative activities, and devotional services onsite, plus both indoor and outdoor common areas where everyone can relax. The outside areas are especially nice-there's room to stroll, look at fruit trees, or settle down for a quiet chat in the California sun.
Transportation is available for doctor appointments, shopping, or to religious services, sometimes at no cost and sometimes for a fee, and there's parking for those who need it. Las Palmas of Sebastopol has held awards like Best of Senior Living and Best of Senior Living All Star, which shows some recognition from the greater community. People talk about the friendly staff and the safe, tranquil feeling all around, and many appreciate that residents don't have to move again as their needs increase, since multiple levels of care can be provided right here in the cozy home environment. Residents have access to a book room, game rooms, hot tub, steam room, and even a small barber shop, all while being close to a local senior center within walking distance. All in all, Las Palmas of Sebastopol tries to serve residents' needs and preferences with honest, personal attention and provides a calm place for elderly people to call home, without the hustle and bustle of a big institution.
