Shearwater Residence, located in Orangevale, California, is an assisted living community that offers a range of care services for older adults needing support with daily activities and medical management. The facility is designed to provide a supportive living environment with access to both personal care and basic health-related services.

Care at Shearwater Residence includes routine assistance with activities of daily living, such as full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as some physical assistance with eating. Medical support offered at the community includes incontinence care, medication management, diabetes care, and podiatry services. Memory care support is available, though the environment is not fully secured and may not be suitable for those with advanced memory impairment or a tendency to wander. The community maintains an on-site barber and beauty salon and provides annual flu shot clinics for residents’ convenience. Ambulatory care is available, and residents have access to staff who are awake and on-site 24 hours a day, allowing for regular monitoring—including during nighttime hours, ensuring prompt assistance if needed.

For transportation, Shearwater Residence offers both complimentary and at-cost services, which can be used for medical appointments as well as non-medical errands and outings, supporting resident mobility and independence in both health care and daily life needs. The community also offers wellness activities, such as yoga and chair yoga, to encourage residents’ physical activity and well-being.

Residents and families have generally reported satisfaction with the quality of care provided, especially noting the staff's attentive and proactive approach. The facility is described as clean and well maintained, with dining options that residents tend to enjoy. The presence of a dedicated night crew for regular nighttime checks is regarded as a distinctive aspect of care. However, some reviewers mention concerns about the suitability of the environment for those with advanced memory care needs and suggest that communication among caregivers could be improved. Residents appreciate the available activities, although participation is variable. Shearwater Residence is viewed as supportive for general senior care while being less suited for complex memory care requirements.

Costs at this community start at $1,850 and range up to $8,973. The average price in the community is $5,412, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,894. The cost of assisted living 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.