Question 1

What programs or activities does Roseleaf Senior Care offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

Accepted Answer

Roseleaf Oroville provides daily activities that is person-centered and offered in a dementia village concept.  
Person-centered means care that is specific and customized to the resident and/or group of residents based on clinical and social needs.  This includes, but not limited to music and memory, aromatherapy, exercise, brain games, outings, etc.  
And, the dementia village concept is a “neighborhood” environment that includes separate and themed spaces within the community such as a bistro, theater room, coffee corner, etc.

Question 2

How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?

Accepted Answer

Roseleaf Senior Care staff based on resident needs and not numbers.  If there are many residents and many needs, the staffing is increased accordingly.  However, typically staffing is greater on the 1st and 2nd shift and somewhat less during hours of sleep. 
typical ratios for 1st and 2nd shift would be 1 caregiver to 8-10 residents and 3rd shift or nighttime would be 1 caregiver to 15-20 during resident sleeping hours.

Question 3

What makes the chef or dining program at Roseleaf Senior Care exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Accepted Answer

The dining program and menu is directed by a Registered Dietician for the Roseleaf Communities which is nutritionally balanced and includes a changing menu throughout the year that concentrates on seasonal choices.

Question 4

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at Roseleaf Senior Care. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Accepted Answer

The average age is 74. Roseleaf provides daily activities that is person-centered and offered in a dementia village concept.  
Person-centered means care that is specific and customized to the resident and/or group of residents based on clinical and social needs.  This includes, but not limited to music and memory, aroma therapy, exercise, brain games, outings, etc.  
And, the dementia village concept is a “neighborhood” environment that includes separate and themed spaces within the community such as a bistro, theater room, coffee corner, etc.

Question 5

What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Accepted Answer

The staff must complete all dementia care and other training as outlined by the Department of Social Services (DSS).  This includes the Executive Director who must meet mandatory requirements for continuing education every 2 years to maintain their license in good standing.

Question 6

What programs or activities does Roseleaf Senior Care offer to enrich residents' well-being?

Accepted Answer

There are art, reading, movie nights, and many other activities designed to help all residents have a well-balanced and enjoyable experience.

Question 7

What places are near Roseleaf Senior Care or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Accepted Answer

Roseleaf is a secured community due to our memory care population. However, for resident families, we are located close to the Chico Mall, Kohl's, Target and many restaurants.

Question 8

What transportation services does Roseleaf Senior Care offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

Roseleaf Senior Care has a handicapped equipped van for medical appointments and outings.  And, in addition, a mid-size bus for larger activities and needs.

Question 9

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Accepted Answer

Roseleaf Communities partners with a Senior Living educational resource that has a complete electronic library of the required continuing education topics and additional career-enhancing sessions.

Question 10

How does Roseleaf Senior Care keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Accepted Answer

We of course are always available to discuss resident care with residents and family.  And, the resident care coordinators are also available for phone, in-person, or care conferences.
In addition, we have made additional efforts to upgrade the Roseleaf website and post information and updates in real time.

Question 11

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at Roseleaf Senior Care during daytime and nighttime hours?

Accepted Answer

Roseleaf Oroville staffs based on resident needs and not numbers.  If there are many residents and many needs, the staffing is increased accordingly.  However, typically staffing is greater on 1st and 2nd shift (typically 1-8), and somewhat less during hours of sleep (typically 1-15).

Question 12

If Roseleaf Senior Care accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

Accepted Answer

We have found through time and experience, and with our focus of dementia care, it is not safe or advised to allow dogs and cats.  Unfortunately, in this environment, the risk outweighs the benefits included safety and allergy issues that may arise and the ability (or not) of the resident to be able to take care of their pet.

Question 13

What safety features or security measures does Roseleaf Senior Care provide to protect residents who wander?

Accepted Answer

Resident safety is always a primary focus.   The community has indoor and outdoor secured spaces, monitoring systems, and staff that is trained on-going per state regulations on dementia care specific care and interventions.

Question 14

How does Roseleaf Senior Care keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

Accepted Answer

We, of course, are always available to discuss resident care with residents and family.  And, the resident care coordinators are also available for phone, in-person, or care conferences.

Question 15

What techniques does Roseleaf Senior Care use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?

Accepted Answer

Mealtimes are restaurant-style to support engaged and meaningful mealtimes.

Question 16

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

Accepted Answer

Common activities include music and memory, reminiscing, brain games and other exercises that engage long-term memories.

Question 17

Is Roseleaf Senior Care affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?

Accepted Answer

We have relationships with every hospital, acute, and rehabilitation facility in Chico if more care is needed.

Question 18

What safety features or security measures does Roseleaf Senior Care offer to assisted living residents?

Accepted Answer

Resident safety is always a primary focus.  The residents are assessed for safety awareness and physical needs with their physician previous to the actual move-in and part of the process.  The community has indoor and outdoor secured spaces, monitoring systems, and staff that is trained on-going per state regulations on dementia care specific care and interventions.

Question 19

Describe the neighborhood around Roseleaf Senior Care. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

Accepted Answer

We are located in a residential neighborhood close to Chico Mall, Kohl's, Target and many restaurants.

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