Pinewood Glen Retirement Community sits in Bakersfield, California, and welcomes seniors 55 years and older who need an affordable, safe, and comfortable place to live. The place has 99 private units, such as studios, one-bedrooms, and doubles, so residents can pick what works best. Meals come three times a day, and there's weekly housekeeping, so folks don't have to worry much about chores anymore. The staff includes a manager, chef, cooks, a resident services coordinator, housekeepers, maintenance professionals, and food servers, making sure each need is met and the place runs smoothly.
Residents can join in on many activities each day, including bingo, movies, cards, crafts, discussion groups, and hobbies, which helps people stay social and active. There's a beauty salon onsite and a dining room, game room, lounge, chapel, and pet-friendly spaces for those who want to bring along a furry friend. Transportation is provided to medical visits and other outings, and all utilities except phone are paid. The community allows both men and women and aims for a home-like feel with privacy and freedom.
Pinewood Glen offers a wide range of care. Folks can get independent living that encourages staying active, as well as assisted living for things like bathing, dressing, and help with medications. Memory care helps people with Alzheimer's or dementia by reducing confusion and keeping them safe. Hospice care and skilled nursing are also available when health needs become greater. Non-medical home care brings companionship and support right to a resident's room, and Medicare-certified home health care is there for more serious health concerns.
The Housing Authority of the County of Kern manages Pinewood Glen, and the place makes a point to remain affordable, with the average price around $800. Activities happen both onsite and offsite, with social, recreational, and devotional programs to help folks keep busy, learn, and connect with others. The aim stays steady on giving seniors a better way to live and stay social, with care and freedom to make choices, and everything is always focused on keeping folks safe, comfortable, and happy.
