The Good Life Is Just Getting Started.

Tucked within the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, an architectural gem meets Bay Area beauty. Once you get past the oohs and ahhs, it’s time to envision what the future could be. Saratoga Retirement Community is a Life Plan Community with a variety of residences—including free-standing cottages—paired with the peace of mind of ongoing healthcare to meet your needs.

Top-of-the-line services and premium amenities, wellness activities, impeccable dining—there’s not much more you can ask except, “Where do I sign up?”

Why Choose a Continuum of Living.

As a Life Plan Community, our services adapt to you. In addition to our Independent Living residences, our full continuum of care means you can let go of the unknown. On-site healthcare services are available, including Pine Park Health—a general practitioner service that visits the community weekly for home visits. Get check-ups, blood draws, and even X-rays (with advance notice). Rapid care is also available with same- or next-day appointments and 24/7 phone support.

Unique to our residence, you can also choose a month-to-month rental option in Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Nursing. Find the payment plan and commitment level that meets your needs.

Assisted Living.

Assisted Living provides a level of comfort and care that a companion or in-home provider may not be able to offer. Our interdisciplinary team of professionals—which includes physicians, nurses, and therapists—specializes in personalized care.

Residents have freedom and flexibility in their own airy apartment set on our 37-acre campus. Assistive amenities include: step-in showers with seats; an emergency call system; daily wellness programming; meal service three times a day with indoor and outdoor seating options; a locking medication cabinet; and much more.

Included services:

• Certified caregivers on duty 24/7
• Weekly housekeeping and flat-linen service
• Personal safety checks
• Assistance with scheduling medical appointments
• Scheduled transportation to appointments
• Social, educational, and recreational programs

Additional services may include:

• Medication management
• Bathing and personal hygiene
• Clothing selection and dressing
• Escorts to meals and activities
• Personal laundry services
• Continence management
• Physical, occupational, and speech therapies

Memory Support.

Our Memory Support program was designed to bring peace of mind. Shared or private suites are available for those with Alzheimer’s and other memory-impairing conditions. In a welcoming space that feels like home, we encourage independence while providing personalized support.

What makes us unique.

• Carefully crafted programs foster maximum independence.
• Our strength-based care plan builds on the activities and tasks that residents can still do, inspiring confidence and positivity.
• Every resident is unique, and their activities are personalized to their interests.
• Our staff are cross-trained in caregiving, equipping them with the right tools for compassionate care.
• Family members are included as “partners in caring.”
• We are among the select few nonprofit Continuum of Care communities in the area that provide direct admission to Memory Support residences.

Memory Support services include:

• 24-hour caregivers
• Three meals a day
• Routine medical transportation
• Daily housekeeping
• Individualized care and activity program
• Common areas for relaxation and privacy
• Multidenominational religious services and programs
• Beautifully landscaped courtyard

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation.

The transition from hospital to home can be frightening and stressful. Our goal is to help each person get back to where they need to be. We take your care personally, and we are proud of our caring and compassionate staff and interdisciplinary healthcare team that is available 24/7.

Both private or semi-private suites are available. Accommodating spaces include a common area where visiting family members are welcome, patios, dining rooms, and a library with computer access.

Personalized care includes: three meals a day, routine medical transportation, daily housekeeping support, and activity programs that are tailored to each individual.

Our on-site Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is prepared! In a warm and welcoming environment, we offer an array of rehabilitation services, short-term nursing care for individuals recovering from illness or injury, and long-term care for individuals needing extended nursing services.

Key Partnerships

Our Skilled Nursing rehabilitation services include an advanced therapy program called Consonus. This program provides a mix of clinical, concierge, and wellness programming proven to promote successful resident aging.

Our expert team is also certified in an advanced therapy program called Accelerated Care Plus (ACP), which accelerates the introduction of traditional therapies and promotes treatment for pain, rather than just pain management.

Core Services

• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Speech therapy
• Restorative therapy
• Accelerated Care Plus
• OmniVRRM
• Respite care
• Hospice care

Supplemental Services

• Pharmaceutical
• Laboratory
• Outpatient
• Therapeutic diets
• Enteral feeding
• Pain management
• Wound care
• Mobile X-ray
• Podiatry
• IV therapy
• Beauty salon
• Spa services including manicures and pedicures
• Massage therapy
• California Café

Respite Care

Respite Care is available to both Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living residents. This short-term assistance helps residents receive necessary services during times they or their primary caregiver may need support.

Amenities & Services

Maintenance-free living. It’s as easy as it seems.

Set within 37 acres of lush landscape, nearly everything you need is already on campus—with zero expectations outside of focusing on yourself. Dine at your leisure, work out on your schedule, and enjoy the freedom to pursue your lifelong hobbies. Fancy a stroll in the English Rose Garden? This is your time to unwind. Dedicated staff are on hand to take care of everyday chores. And as for your health, we’ve got you covered. We even have our own general practitioners on-site!

Services made simple.

These services put your mind at ease so you can focus on the fun stuff.

• Housekeeping
• Catering
• Building and yard maintenance
• Pine Park Health general practitioner services
• Scheduled transportation
• Flat-linen service
• Evening security
• 24-hour front desk

The fun stuff.

This is how life is really meant to be.

• Two dining rooms
• Private wine tasting room
• Fitness and aquatic center
• Indoor pool and spa
• Ping pong and billiards room
• Art studio
• Model train room
• Woodworking shop
• Hair salon
• Bocce ball court
• Koi pond oasis
• English Rose Garden
• Walking paths and fitness trail
• Resident business center
• Library

Comprehensive Wellness Program

We believe the key to a healthy, balanced life is supporting all six dimensions of wellness—physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social, and vocational. That’s why we’ve established a wellness program that provides opportunities to enhance each of these dimensions.

• Our active events calendar and frequent community events help bolster social wellness.
• Our first-rate Fitness & Aquatic Center and numerous exercise classes, such as aqua-aerobics and tai chi, along with other spa-style amenities, help you maintain physical wellness.
• Our vast array of hobby and discussion groups help promote vocational and intellectual wellness.
• Though spiritual and emotional wellness are more personal, we also provide services and amenities that can help, such as meditation classes or beautiful outdoor spaces through which to walk and reflect.

First-Class Fitness

Our on-site Fitness Center offers specially designed exercise equipment and classes for all ability levels. Features include:

• Strength-training equipment designed for seniors
• Stationary exercise bicycles
• Treadmills
• Free weights and resistance bands
• Stability balls and other balance enhancers

Aquatic Program

Our saline indoor pool and spa are places residents love spending time, whether they are swimming laps, taking an aqua-aerobics class, or relaxing in the warmth of the bubbling spa.

Swimming is beneficial to everyone, but those who have arthritis or are recovering from an injury or surgery can reap even greater rewards from this gentle exercise. Both the pool and spa have graduated stairs for easy entry and exit. There is also a specially designed transport system for residents who cannot walk into the pool on their own.

Residents find this useful when they are recovering from a hip or knee surgery; they can be gently lowered into the pool to do their water-based physical therapy and then be gently lifted out.

Activities & Classes

On-site lectures, book clubs, exercise classes, outdoor recreation—no matter what your passion is, chances are, you’ll find an outlet for it at SRC. The question will not be how you will fill your time here but rather when you will find time to rest before the next event. Below you’ll find a sampling of just a few of the classes we offer:

• Tai Chi – A traditional form of exercise that helps the mind and body work in concert. It’s also excellent for improving balance.
• Stretch and Flex – A gentle, fun workout meant to increase flexibility, mobility, and strength.
• Aqua Fitness – A low impact workout done in the water; great for improving core strength.
• Aqua Volleyball — Adapted for the water to ease impact and improve strength.
• Mah Jongg — This tile-based game helps maintain brain health, improve memory skill, and relieve stress.
• Walkers’ Group – This group heads out to the nearby hillsides and covers two to six miles, depending on the particular hike.
• Circuit Training – Enjoy a full body workout with this guided course through our specially designed weights circuit.
• Guided Meditation – Gain the benefits of a calm mind, better clarity and relaxation of the mind and body.

Take Your Palate on a Journey.

A big part of your well-being is connected to nutrition—no surprises there. But the experience of dining should also bring you joy and a sense of community. Our culinary team takes pride in creating cuisine that’s not only good for you but that also features seasonal ingredients and creative preparations. In our dining room, outdoor patio, and private wine tasting room, you can always look forward to your next meal with friends and loved ones.

We make it personal.

The cuisine here is plentiful, always inspired by local ingredients, and what’s fresh for the season. If you have any special dietary needs or restrictions, we can prepare gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and heart-healthy meals.

Main dining room.

Dine in our bright and airy restaurant designed in the California Kitchen style. The elegant main dining area extends to a lovely patio where you can enjoy the mild weather any time of year. From dinner with your newfound friends to Sunday brunch with visiting family, every meal feels like a celebration.

Private tasting room.

An exclusive wine tasting room is the perfect setting for a private birthday celebration, anniversary, or other special occasion. Our catering team is here to help create the perfect menu, served by our gracious waitstaff.

Cal Villa Deli.

Swing by our Cal Villa Deli for a fresh, casual, and delicious lunch or snack. It’s the perfect place when you need to fit a quick meal into your busy schedule, or if you’d prefer to stay and chat with friends in a laid-back seating area.