Welcome to Bellaken Garden, a nursing home community located in Oakland, California. In addition to nursing home, Bellaken Garden also offers assisted living at this location. The cost of the nursing-homes community at Bellaken Garden starts at a monthly rate of $1,850 to $8,695. There may be some additional services that could increase the cost of care, depending on the services that you may need. When you visit the community, please check to see if pets are allowed to live in the community with you.
There are 36 hospitals within 25 miles of Bellaken Garden. The two closest hospitals are Highland Hospital which is 0.7 miles away and Alameda Hospital which is 2.7 miles away.
Some of the key amenities available at Bellaken Garden are:
Outdoor Areas
Activity Center
Clubs & Communities
Beauty & Barber
For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(510) 536-1838
Pricing for Bellaken Garden
$5,272Avg. Local Starting Price
Bellaken Garden$1,500
Starting price
Within 25 Miles$6,086
In San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose$5,272
In CA$5,583
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This community has garnered mixed reviews from residents and their families, with a particular emphasis on its suitability for those seeking a culturally and linguistically compatible environment, especially for Chinese-speaking residents. Many have praised its caring and professional staff, good facilities for rehab and skilled nursing, and its ability to offer a comforting, albeit not luxurious, setting. The provision of Asian meals and the presence of Cantonese-speaking staff have made transitions easier for several families, ensuring a level of comfort and familiarity for residents. Activities such as singing, services in the community room, and Bingo, alongside therapy and exercise programs, contribute to the residents’ everyday life, albeit with some adjustments due to pandemic restrictions. The community’s secluded yet central location has been a surprising positive for many, offering tranquility within the city.
However, some concerns have been raised, including the facility’s aged appearance and the institutional feel it may give off. The food has met with criticism from some quarters, and the shared room arrangements may not appeal to everyone. Communication issues due to language barriers have also been highlighted, but this seems predominantly a concern for non-Chinese speaking residents. Despite these issues, the community’s affordability and the comprehensive care, including skilled nursing and hospice services, have been recognized as significant advantages, making it a potentially good fit for those valuing these aspects.
In summation, this community stands out for its cultural and linguistic alignment with the Asian, particularly Chinese, community, offering specialized meals, language support, and an environment familiar to its residents. Its caring staff, comprehensive services, and serene location are frequently commended, even as the dated facility and institutional ambiance, along with some dissatisfaction with the food, temper the enthusiasm. Nonetheless, for many, its strengths in affordability, care provision, and cultural fit make it a noteworthy option among the choices for assisted living and skilled nursing care.
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Bellaken Garden
Availability
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certified beds
61
100.8
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overall
4
3.6
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health inspection
4
3.2
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quality
4
4.3
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staff
2
3.3
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