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The Oars at Greenback Lane

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and patient memory care staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

6550 Greenback Lane, Citrus Heights, CA 9562157 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 21 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The Oars is an excellent choice for families seeking a clean, intimate, and highly compassionate memory care environment. The staff's ability to maintain resident dignity is a standout feature, though you should feel empowered to ask how they handle and communicate any service errors.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

21 reviews on Google
The Oars at Greenback Lane is highly regarded by families for its compassionate memory care and staff who prioritize resident dignity. Reviewers frequently praise the facility's cleanliness, intimate atmosphere, and the kindness of the caregivers, though one reviewer noted that while the staff is not perfect, they are proactive in correcting mistakes.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff10.0Clean10.0Activities5.0MedsN/AMemory10.0Comms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and patient memory care staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Homelike and intimate community atmosphere
  • Respectful treatment of resident dignity

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Since the community has such a lovely, intimate atmosphere, how do you ensure each resident's personal hobbies and interests are integrated into their daily routine?
  • 2I've heard wonderful things about the patience of your memory care team; could you tell me more about how the staff is trained to support residents with cognitive changes?
  • 3With the facility being so well-maintained and clean, what is your regular schedule for housekeeping and ensuring common areas stay comfortable for residents?
  • 4How does the care team handle medical emergencies or changes in health needs during the overnight hours?
  • 5What kind of social activities or group outings are planned to help residents stay connected with the local Greenback Lane community?
  • 6In what ways does the staff work to ensure that every resident's dignity and independence are respected during daily care tasks?

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Key Review Excerpts

The staff helped keep my mom’s dignity and she came to love The Oars and especially its staff.

Memory care family member · 2025★★★★★

My sister and I toured A LOT of facilities and none of them stacked up to The Oars in terms of cleanliness and staff.

Memory care family member · 2025★★★★★

Every time I visited, the staff was incredibly kind, patient, understanding, helpful, and loving of my Dad and all of us who visited.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★
Source: 21 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

16total
2 Type A— immediate health risk
1 Type B— non-compliance
Clean record— no deficiencies found
May 20, 2026Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Jan 6, 2026Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent a required 1-year annual inspection on January 6, 2026. The inspection covered resident rooms, common areas, kitchen, and reviewed resident and staff files. The report indicates that no deficiencies were observed during the visit.

Oct 30, 2025Complaint
Clean

The investigation, conducted following a complaint received on 06/03/2025, found the allegation regarding failure to notify the responsible party to be substantiated. The facility was cited for failing to provide required incident reports to the responsible party within the mandated seven-day timeframe. The facility must implement a procedure to ensure timely written notification of incidents to families.

Mar 27, 2025Complaint
Clean

This report details a complaint investigation conducted on March 27, 2025. The investigation found the facility to be non-compliant with fire safety regulations. Specifically, the facility failed to provide an approved fire clearance for its delayed egress system, resulting in multiple Type A citations.

Feb 5, 2025Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent a required 1-year annual inspection conducted unannounced. The Licensing Program Analyst observed the facility to be clean, safe, sanitary, and in good condition, noting appropriate staff presence and required documentation. No deficiencies were observed during the inspection.

Dec 11, 2024Other
Clean

The facility was visited unannounced for a case management review concerning a death report received on 12/05/24. The Licensing Program Analysts met with the Executive Director and gathered necessary documentation, including the LIC602 and hospice notes. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.

Sep 4, 2024Other
Clean

The facility was visited for a case management review following an incident report regarding an absent resident. The Licensing Program Analyst met with the Executive Director to discuss the event and the resident's care plan. No deficiencies were cited during this visit.

May 23, 2024Complaint
Clean

This report details a Complaint Investigation conducted on 05/23/2024, regarding allegations of poor resident care. All four allegations cited—staff timeliness, rough handling, inadequate food service, and lack of dignity/respect—were found to be Unfounded by the Licensing Program Analyst.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Oars Senior Living, INC., the

Administrator

CHRISTAL ANDERSON

Source: State licensing data

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