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3121 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602

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Elder Ashram is a compassionate community specializing in assisted living, senior living, and memory care, including support for those with dementia. It offers individualized care with a focus on daily living assistance, creating a nurturing environment that respects the individual needs of its residents. Elder Ashram is not just about providing care, but fostering meaningful relationships and ensuring one-on-one attention to promote each resident's well-being. The community aspires to be a learning ground for everyone through the Eldership Academy Internship Program. It aims to transform the perception of aging, viewing the elderly as keepers of wisdom. The community is also engaged in various research projects to explore existential and humanistic psychology in elder care.

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Community Details

Located at 3121 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, California, Elder Ashram serves as a senior living community dedicated to the care of elders. With a focus on aging as a phase filled with potential, the community offers supportive services and programs that allow residents to feel valued and connected. It includes the Eldership Academy, essential in facilitating internships and education around humanistic and existential understanding of eldership. Residents are provided with an array of services such as post-surgical assistance, physical disability support, and specialized care for forgetful elders. Elder Ashram also offers an inclusive approach, welcoming diverse cultures and ethnicities, which strengthens the community fabric with various customs and perspectives.

Details

  • Services for Aging
  • Illness and Recovery Support
  • Physical Disability Support
  • Care for Forgetful Elders
  • Inclusive and Culturally Diverse

Food and Dining

At Elder Ashram, food is more than just nourishment; it's an experience that celebrates culture and brings people together. Through the 'Listen to Your Elders' video series, residents share their culinary tastes and histories, creating a tapestry of personal food stories. The community's approach emphasizes the importance of dietary preferences in expressing one's way of life. With specialized therapeutic diets available, Elder Ashram consideration with individual food preferences while supporting health and well-being. Dining becomes a communal joy that underlines the importance of shared meals within the community.

Dining

  • Culinary Culture
  • Personal Food Stories
  • Specialized Therapeutic Diets
  • Communal Dining Experience

Amenities

Elder Ashram boasts a selection of amenities designed to promote comfort and a sense of community. Private and semi-private apartments ensure personal space while fostering a feeling of home. Weekly housekeeping and linen services contribute to the comfort and cleanliness that residents enjoy. Medication management programs provide peace of mind regarding health needs. The community also offers specialized therapeutic diets and has a gero-wellness program with therapeutic activities. A standout feature is the use of the MOMO BEDSENSE technology for residents' safety and comfort, which helps monitor wellbeing while they rest.

Amenities

  • Services for Aging
  • Illness and Recovery Support
  • Physical Disability Support
  • Care for Forgetful Elders
  • Inclusive and Culturally Diverse
  • Private and Semi-Private Apartments
  • Weekly Housekeeping
  • Linen Service
  • Medication Management Program
  • Specialized Therapeutic Diet
  • GeroWellness Program
  • MOMO BEDSENSE Technology

Activities

Activities

Elder Ashram enriches the lives of its residents with an exciting range of activities and workshops. From yoga and Tai Chi to singing and art, the Prana Enrichment Department ensures that workshops reflect residents' interest. Performances by local artists and various events like Community Bazaars and intergenerational Open Mics are regular occurrences. Creative projects form the heart of Elder Ashram's community hub, where residents engage with artists and volunteers. The ashram's partnership with professional and non-professional artists leads to inspiring projects that include musicals, online TV shows, podcasts, and more, highlighting the creative potential of its residents.

Amenities

  • Yoga
  • Tai Chi
  • Art and Singing Workshops
  • Resident-Led Clubs and Committees
  • Local Performances
  • Community Events
  • Creative Projects

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