Bellaken Garden, located in Oakland, California, is a senior care facility offering both skilled nursing home services and assisted living options. The facility currently houses 61 residents in a combination of shared and private rooms. Bellaken Garden is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and has been a Medicare participant since January 18, 2001. It serves a linguistically and culturally diverse population, with many residents and staff members speaking Cantonese, Mandarin, and English, enabling the community to provide specialized support for Chinese-speaking seniors. The campus features well-maintained outdoor spaces and peaceful, landscaped grounds, but the interior is described as having an institutional design, typical of many older facilities.
Comprehensive care services at Bellaken Garden include 24-hour nursing support, wound care, pain management, hospice care, incontinence care, and diabetes and podiatric care. The facility offers medication management and is equipped to assist residents with daily living tasks such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, all at a full-assistance level. Specialized therapy services are available onsite, including occupational, physical, and speech therapy, tailored to individuals’ rehabilitation and maintenance needs. Bellaken Garden supports residents with memory impairment through dedicated memory care programs, and accepts individuals with psychiatric issues. Clubs and community activities are available, although activities are generally described as satisfactory rather than extensive. Resident and family counseling services are also provided to assist with adjustment and care transitions.
Additional amenities include a barber and beauty salon, culturally appropriate meal options, especially for Asian and Cantonese preferences, and multi-lingual staff to support communication and comfort. While feedback on the meal variety and quality is mixed, many residents and families value the presence of familiar cuisine. The facility offers pain and wound management services, and creates support networks through resident and family councils.
Transportation services are provided to meet both medical and non-medical needs. Complimentary transportation is available for standard community outings and medical appointments, while transportation for other purposes can be arranged at cost. This enables residents to access healthcare providers, attend external appointments, or participate in activities outside the facility as necessary.
Family and resident reviews highlight the attentiveness and communication skills of Bellaken Garden’s staff, with families noting prompt updates and hands-on support, particularly for those requiring higher levels of medical care. Challenges noted by some include occasional staff shortages, an institutional ambiance, language barriers for residents not speaking Chinese, and activities and meals that may not meet every preference. However, the facility is frequently recommended for its culturally competent services, affordability, and efforts to maintain a supportive environment. No significant facility upgrades or renovations have been reported as of mid-2024.
Costs at this community start at $1,500 and range up to $8,695. The average price in the community is $5,098, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,086. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
