I placed my dad here and overall I'm very pleased - the facility is clean, homey, and well kept, staff are caring and respectful (Debbie in the office was especially helpful), management is responsive, and there are good activities, a lively social vibe and plentiful, tasty meals in a beautiful dining room. It eased our family's worry and staff know residents by name and coordinate well with doctors and hospice. Drawbacks: COVID visitation limits and occasional communication/visit refusals, a few times the place felt more clinical or drug-focused than I expected, and costs can be high. Despite that, I would recommend it for attentive, family-like care.
Emerald Oaks Inc is a large Mediterranean-style retirement community located in the quiet southern suburbs of Yuba City, California, surrounded by lush orchard views that make the place feel calm and open, and inside you'll find private or semi-private rooms for residents depending on their needs, with options for attached bedrooms, and people can choose between independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, or memory care if needed, because the place is registered as both a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) under California license #515002765, and there's always care available with 24-hour staffing, nurses on site, and a team that's known for being hands-on and actually getting to know residents and families by name, which people say makes things feel well-run and welcoming. The management team, which took charge in June 2019, puts a focus on person-centered healthcare, so each resident has care plans, and those who need help with daily activities-like bathing, dressing, medication, or incontinence-get regular support, while the staff also help with things like meals, running laundry, or simply getting from one place to another, and there's an emergency call system and supervision at all hours for safety, especially in the memory care area that's designed to help with Alzheimer's or dementia, where activities are run to keep minds active, reduce confusion, and help prevent wandering.
Meals are family-style in an open dining area with options for kosher or vegetarian food, and residents can have meals delivered to their rooms, with a chef who studied at Cordon Bleu looking after balanced nutrition each day, while there's a beauty salon onsite, regular devotional services, both indoor and outdoor, and even pets around which many find comforting. The grounds have walking paths, gardens, outdoor and indoor common areas, and spaces like a library and a game room, while there's a fitness program and therapy options including occupational and speech therapy, plus visits from doctors, podiatrists, and dentists on call, and for those needing to recover from medical procedures or illness, respite care is available for daily, weekly, or monthly stays. People can also get home care from trained aides who bring companionship and non-medical help for folks preferring to live at home, and transportation is provided for appointments, errands, or outings, since the Walgreens pharmacy's just about a mile away, and other medical offices are nearby.
Emerald Oaks holds events for families during holidays and special occasions, hosts movie nights, has music events, and sets up various activities to promote new friendships and keep everyone's days full, while fitness and wellness programs aim to help people stay as independent and healthy as possible, and the place makes use of technology to improve social connections and quality of life. The building itself is a renovated, large facility with premier finishes, a grand main lobby, high ceilings, and lots of natural light, and there's an inviting entrance surrounded by greenery. The staff and management are said to care about resident wellbeing and job satisfaction, making for a stable and familiar environment, and there's a strict no-smoking policy indoors, wheelchair accessible showers, resident parking, and inclusive costs for things like utilities, meals, housekeeping, and laundry. Seniors here have a comfortable home, help when they need it, and a community designed to keep them safe, active, and connected.
People often ask...
Emerald Oaks Inc offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,866 per month.
Emerald Oaks Inc offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement community.
There are 37 photos of Emerald Oaks Inc on Mirador.
Yes, Emerald Oaks Inc allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 2290 Forrest Ln, Yuba City, CA, 95993.
Yes, Emerald Oaks Inc offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
50
Inspections
11
Type A Citations
3
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
22 Jul 2025
22 Jul 2025
Found that a resident left through the front doors around 7:30 PM on July 19, 2025, and staff did not notice until about 1:30 AM on July 20, 2025; the sheriff located the resident a couple blocks away, who was transported to the hospital and returned without ill effects. A citation was issued.
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22 Jul 2025
22 Jul 2025
Investigated a complaint about a resident, interviewed staff, and found no deficiencies.
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02 Jul 2025
02 Jul 2025
Found two amended complaint reports delivered on 05/01/2025 and 06/19/2025, with no deficiencies cited.
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19 Jun 2025
19 Jun 2025
Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that the resident's bottom dentures were mishandled and that the resident wore dirty clothing; staff stated dentures are cleaned with assistance and kept in solution when not in use, and the resident wears clean clothes when possible.
01 May 2025
01 May 2025
Determined the allegation that staff did not promptly respond to resident call lights and that transfer devices were required could not be established with a preponderance of the evidence. No deficiencies were cited.
16 Oct 2024
16 Oct 2024
Found no issues of concern or deficiencies after reviewing resident and staff records and touring the site, with several documents needing updates within 30 days.
24 Apr 2024
24 Apr 2024
Investigated the allegation that staff mistreated residents and found conflicting witness statements; there was no clear evidence of mistreatment, so the allegation was unsubstantiated. Found the allegation that residents were told they could not use the hallway telephones to be unfounded; residents are allowed to use them, and no one was prohibited from calling 911.
24 Apr 2024
24 Apr 2024
Found no evidence of staff mistreatment towards residents or restriction of phone use, with no deficiencies cited during the visit.
19 Oct 2023
19 Oct 2023
Reviewed resident and staff records and observed that staff wore masks during an unannounced annual visit; no deficiencies cited.
19 Oct 2023
19 Oct 2023
Conducted unannounced annual visit, observed staff wearing masks, reviewed resident and staff files, no deficiencies cited.
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Identified two issues: failure to notify the responsible party about a missing item, and mismatches in dentures documentation and care planning. The missing-item issue showed failure to notify, while the dentures issue lacked sufficient evidence to prove a violation.
§ 87468.1(a)(8)
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Identified that dentures were not addressed in the resident's annual assessments or written plan of care, even though the physician noted the resident wears dentures. Found that the documentation did not address the resident's physical and mental ability to wear dentures given dementia, and the assessments only stated the resident required assistance eating.
24 Apr 2023
24 Apr 2023
Identified deficiencies in documentation of resident care needs, particularly regarding the resident's use of dentures.
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01 Dec 2022
01 Dec 2022
Found an unannounced annual visit with staff wearing masks and the visitor screened at the front desk. Multiple resident and staff files were reviewed, and no deficiencies cited.
01 Dec 2022
01 Dec 2022
Conducted an unannounced annual visit. All staff and LPA wore surgical masks and observed proper screening procedures in place. Multiple topics discussed and files reviewed. No deficiencies cited.
21 Jun 2022
21 Jun 2022
Found that a Hoyer Lift was used to transfer a resident from bed to the bathroom, a use not allowed since the lift is intended for bed-to-wheelchair or bed-to-bedside commode transfers. Administrator acknowledged understanding of the lift’s proper use.
21 Jun 2022
21 Jun 2022
Confirmed improper use of a Hoyer Lift during a complaint visit. No deficiencies were cited after clarification of proper use.
18 May 2022
18 May 2022
Found that a resident on hospice care had an unwitnessed fall; two-hour checks were in place, last at 6:55 pm, and staff heard the resident calling for help at 7:00 pm, after which 911 was contacted.
18 May 2022
18 May 2022
Reviewed a fall incident involving a resident, who was under Hospice care and had an unwitnessed fall resulting in a fracture. Staff responded promptly and contacted 911 for assistance.
03 May 2022
03 May 2022
Investigated two specific allegations: a resident was left in a soiled diaper for 2.5 days, and staff did not administer prescribed medication for a rash. Found insufficient evidence to prove either occurred.
03 May 2022
03 May 2022
Found no evidence of a resident being left in a soiled diaper for an extended period of time. Also found no evidence of staff not giving prescribed medication for a rash.
26 Apr 2022
26 Apr 2022
Investigated several allegations and found insufficient evidence to prove that staff gave incorrect medication doses, that unqualified staff administered medications, that a resident’s diapers were not changed promptly causing a rash, that call bells were not answered promptly, that a resident’s belongings were stolen, or that food was not provided in a timely or quality manner.
26 Apr 2022
26 Apr 2022
Investigated an allegation that a resident’s incontinence caused urine odor in the hallway; noted carpet replacement in the resident’s room and documented a deficiency.
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26 Apr 2022
26 Apr 2022
Investigated allegations of medication dosage error, unqualified staff, diaper change delays, call button response, stolen belongings, and food quality were unsubstantiated.
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Investigated a complaint alleging a resident was left in her bed in her own urine. Found that staff followed a schedule but had not been trained by a skilled professional to implement a bowel and bladder program.
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Investigated the allegation that a resident was transferred from bed to toilet in an unsafe manner and the allegation that the resident was left in her own urine. Found no evidence proving either allegation; staff followed a scheduled routine but lacked training from a skilled professional on bowel and bladder care.
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Found no evidence to prove the allegations that residents did not receive meals in a timely manner and that staff served cold food. Found no evidence that staff failed to follow infection-control protocols, and bed bugs were being addressed with ongoing monthly pest-control visits.
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Confirmed deficiency regarding a resident being left in bed in their own urine. Staff not trained as required by regulations.
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05 Apr 2022
05 Apr 2022
Identified neglect and lack of supervision when a resident with dementia eloped from the location, was injured, and required hospitalization. Found staffing was inadequate on that date and a memory care resident was accepted without proper safeguards, resulting in a civil penalty of $9,500 for serious bodily injury (after an earlier $500 penalty).
05 Apr 2022
05 Apr 2022
Confirmed neglect and lack of supervision resulted in serious injuries to a resident, leading to a civil penalty of $9,500.
08 Dec 2021
08 Dec 2021
Found no health, safety, or personal rights violations during an unannounced infection-control assessment; the site was in substantial compliance at that time.
08 Dec 2021
08 Dec 2021
Confirmed no deficiencies found during inspection for infection control compliance.
31 Aug 2021
31 Aug 2021
Identified two unwitnessed falls involving residents: one suffered a head injury and a humeral fracture, was hospitalized, later placed on hospice, and died about a month later; the other had a head laceration, was treated at the hospital and returned the same day, is doing well, and is on 15-minute checks.
31 Aug 2021
31 Aug 2021
Identified incident involving falls resulting in injuries to residents, one of whom passed away, and another who returned to the facility after receiving medical care.
27 Mar 2021
27 Mar 2021
Found that the four specific allegations were unfounded: residents had access to phones, were allowed visits (window and video options), received mail, and continued to receive medical services.
19 Apr 2021
19 Apr 2021
Identified that there was no active administrator on site due to resignation and interim leadership. Allegations included that residents were not being showered and that residents were not supervised while taking medications.
§ 87465(h)(6)
19 Apr 2021
19 Apr 2021
Confirmed medication discrepancy and lack of active administrator. Findings of insufficient evidence for lack of supervision during showers and medication intake.
§ 87465(h)(6)
16 Apr 2021
16 Apr 2021
Determined that a resident's medications were off and not logged in the central medication log, resulting in an inability to locate the medications.
Found insufficient information to support the claim that staff did not meet residents' hygiene needs; residents and staff reported regular shower services.
16 Apr 2021
16 Apr 2021
Confirmed medication error; Insufficient evidence for hygiene allegation.
§ 87465(h)(6)
27 Mar 2021
27 Mar 2021
Found that the complaint allegations were unfounded, dismissed the complaint.
08 Sept 2020
08 Sept 2020
Found ready to be licensed, pending final approval by the Central Applications Bureau, with alarms functioning, medications securely stored, and adequate food and supplies on hand.
08 Sept 2020
08 Sept 2020
Conducted prelicensing visit, facility met requirements for licensing.
20 Jul 2020
20 Jul 2020
Interviews and document reviews revealed that allegations of staff mistreatment, inadequate staffing, communication issues, telephone restrictions, and sanitation concerns were unsubstantiated.
25 Jun 2020
25 Jun 2020
Found personal rights violations related to inadequate supervision resulting in a resident eloping and sustaining serious injuries.
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§ 87761(c)(1)
§ 87705(c)(4)
16 Jun 2020
16 Jun 2020
Confirmed the allegation of bedbugs in three residents' rooms, but subsequent treatment by pest control was completed to address the issue.
22 Apr 2020
22 Apr 2020
Confirmed allegation of staff not meeting training requirements was unfounded after review of documents and interviews conducted. No deficiencies cited during exit interview.
25 Feb 2020
25 Feb 2020
Confirmed no deficiencies found during visit after incident report regarding open wound on recipient receiving Home Health services.
27 Dec 2019
27 Dec 2019
Reviewed incidents from November and confirmed no deficiencies were observed during the visit.
03 Dec 2019
03 Dec 2019
Confirmed allegations of staff mistreatment and inadequate food service, but insufficient evidence to support claims. Staff person involved in mistreatment dismissed from employment.
19 Nov 2019
19 Nov 2019
Interviews and documentation were reviewed, but there was not enough evidence to confirm that staff withdrew money from a resident's account as alleged.
