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Safe Haven – Oakdale | Assisted Living in USA

Overview of Safe Haven – Oakdale

Tucked away in Oakdale, CA, Safe Haven – Oakdale creates a blissful environment for various levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Access to rehabilitation services, such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy are also provided to help residents maintain their strengths and skills. With an excellent care team ready to assist with daily living activities like personal hygiene and medication management, residents enjoy the utmost comfort and convenience.

Dedicated to providing residents with a good quality of life, the community offers various safety programs and life-enriching activities for their welfare. Residents also enjoy a delectable dining experience with carefully prepared meals that cater to special diets and preferences. From the convenience of maintenance services to comprehensive care services, residents here undoubtedly enjoy a worry-free retirement life.

(510) 224-6165

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

1 year in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 10 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

67%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

4 / 6

Average residents 87 per day

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceSeptember 27, 2024

CountyStanislaus

RCFE Number502701433

Safe Haven – Oakdale is legally operated by Safe Haven Oakdale Llc.

Wheelchair Accessible

Safety FeaturesEmergency response systems, regular health assessments.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

24/7 Caregiver Aid

Assistance With Activities Of Daily Living (Adls)

Medication Storage And Management

Medical Transportation Arrangements

Meal Preparation

Laundry And Housekeeping Services

Fully Fenced Backyard

Modern Communal Spaces

Wheelchair Accessibility

Internet Access

ActivitiesDaily activities designed to promote mental stimulation, physical health, and social interaction.

Specific ProgramsRehabilitation and Therapy, Post-Operative Respite Care, Chronic Conditions and Illnesses, Social and Recreational Activities, Emergency Preparedness Program, Fall Prevention Program.

Operating Hours9:00am-5:00pm daily (PST)

Food DescriptionNutritious, home-cooked meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs and preferences.

Meals IncludedYes

Special DietsYes

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Dining Services

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Safe Haven – Oakdale

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Hospice Care

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics worse than average are highlighted in red; those better than average are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. California state average

Overall vs. California average

Latest Inspection August 13, 2025 Annual Inspection

Citations Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.

Metric	This Facility	California Average	vs. California Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory violations recorded by California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) inspectors across all inspection types.	4	10	This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California facility (4 vs. California avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	4	3	This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California facility (4 vs. California avg 3).↑ 33% worse
Moderate citations (Type B) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. Corrective action required within a specified timeframe.	0	4	This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California facility (0 vs. California avg 4).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.

Metric	This Facility	California Average	vs. California Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	5	16	This facility has 69% fewer total visits than a typical California facility (5 vs. California avg 16).↓ 69% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns.	1	13	This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 13).↓ 92% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	3	7	This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California facility (3 vs. California avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 4).↓ 75% better

Complaint Investigations Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 1 complaint visit.	1	10	This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 10).↓ 90% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Most inspections found some deficiencies, though several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated. The most recent report from August 13, 2025, cited one deficiency for unlocked chemical disinfectants posing an immediate health and safety risk. Earlier reports noted issues with incomplete staff files and missing criminal record clearances, as well as failure to properly document medication administration, which also posed immediate risks. Complaint investigations in March and July 2025 found no evidence to support allegations of medication mismanagement. The facility’s record shows some ongoing challenges with documentation and safety protocols, with no clear pattern of improvement or decline.

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2.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Oakdale's city center to Safe Haven – Oakdale's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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