.:Rincon del Rio - A Continuing Care Retirement Community:.

Project Overview

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 15, 2011

Rincon del Rio is located in Nevada County, California. The community sits on 225 acres bordering the Bear River. Eighty-five percent of the property is reserved as open space with miles of walking and equestrian trails. The river provides a welcoming environment for a variety of water...

The Cottages

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 27, 2011

If you like living in a simple, vintage, light, comfortable style, in an old-fashioned neighborhood setting, you will love The Cottages. At 1160 to 2000 sq ft these 2 bedroom, 2 bath detached units are flooded with light and comfortable details. Large porches face the street, while...

The Lodge

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 27, 2011

Perhaps the most exciting housing choice is the Lodge. The two Lodge residences each have fourteen spacious units on two floors and 10,500 sq ft of common facilities. In-house amenities include walk-in Jacuzzi tubs, sauna and a massage room, and gathering spots dispersed throughout. Each...

Memory Impaired Group Residences

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 27, 2011

An additional four group homes, planned for eight residents each, are designed for residents with memory impairment. Each home features private suites and generous common spaces. Homes are joined with an indoor walking track with glass on one side looking out to lush landscaping and water...

Video Tour of Our Club House

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 27, 2011

Our Club House features a state-of-the-art kitchen with Universal Design components, a luxurious guest room with a gas fireplace, and a pool and patio area with breathtaking views. We also have a small private theater for watching movies or live performances, a guest bathroom with a...

Duplexes & Garden Apartments

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Mar 1, 2011

These two-unit attached residences are scattered within the neighborhoods and are similar to the cottages, but with a neighbor directly next door. They are slightly smaller at 1140 square feet each. Privacy is assured with a sound-proof dividing wall. A few units, located on sloped...

Group Homes

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Mar 1, 2011

There are three Group Houses, each with six studio apartments or suites and a shared gourmet kitchen, great room, and library. The common areas provide opportunities for community, and each resident’s personal suite (with full bath and tea kitchen) provides a place where he or she can...

Exemplary Medical Care

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Mar 8, 2011

Rincon del Rio has on-site, on staff physicians, nurses, and other medical service providers. Visits can be in your home or in the office. Our focus is: Physician – Patient Relationship Patient Centeredness Honest and Caring Communication Preventative Services Sense of...

Project Rationale

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Mar 13, 2011

You will find: Advantages of CCRC’s over Traditional Senior Housing The Public Benefit of Rincon del Rio A description of the population to be served Site Plans The differences between a CCRC development and housing for the general populace Why Rincon del Rio has chosen this...

The Village Center

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 27, 2011

The Village Center has a small village atmosphere providing housing, commonality, services, amenities, employment, shopping, education, recreating, and a sense of place for residents. In this mixed-use neighborhood residents and visitors of all ages will congregate. This area...

Club House

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 19, 2011

Tour our Club House: [Show as slideshow]

Dining

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 17, 2011

Nothing would be more tiresome than eating and drinking if God had not made them a pleasure as well as a necessity. – Voltaire Over the next 25 years or so there will be a significant change in the age demography of the United States. A major societal challenge will be to improve the...

Activities

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 15, 2011

Walk on a trail, hike to the top of the river canyon, jumpstart your exercise program, recharge your energy, grab onto a healthier future, and fall in love with life again. Start with a morning walk, choose from daily group activities or hit the bike routes to enjoy the sunny weather...

Relaxation & Serenity

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 15, 2011

Relaxation is necessary for our health and sense of well-being. Essentially relaxation comes from a balanced lifestyle as reflected in this old Irish Prayer. Take time to work – It is the price of success. Take time to meditate – It is the source of power. Take time to play...

Companionship

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 15, 2011

Humans are very social creatures. We need healthy interaction with others to maintain our health and maximize cognitive function. The staff and residents at ~ Rincon del Rio ~ respect your daily routines and need for privacy. At the same time we offer activities that facilitate...

Day Trips

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 15, 2011

Create your own adventure with a full day of amazing destinations, interesting people, and lots of good things to eat! There are such diverse destinations in Northern California, you’ll want to plan a day trip every week or two. If you are feeling cosmopolitan, San Francisco and Napa...

Area Amenities

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 15, 2011

Rincon del Rio ~ is roughly half way between Auburn (county seat of Placer County) and Grass Valley/Nevada City (Nevada County). Both of these historic towns are well known for their California Gold Rush history and boast the best preserved historic downtowns in the state. ...

General Services

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 15, 2011

Rincon del Rio wants to provide all the necessary services you might ever need to insure that here you can age-in-place and maintain an independent living style. To that end, our buildings are constructed utilizing universal design that will keep you safe, comfortable, and cared for in...

Educational Opportunities

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 16, 2011

Rincon del Rio promotes and celebrates life-long learning. We coordinate with the local high schools and colleges to insure our offerings are current, relevant, and of interest. Our classes let you not only pursue particular areas of interest, but also to learn new skills and develop...

Social & Cultural Events

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Feb 16, 2011

Whether it’s January or July, cultural opportunities abound in the greater Sacramento area. At events ranging from the Pacific Rim Festival, to Native American Day, you’ll find mouth-watering food, arts and crafts, live music, dancing, exhibits, children’s activities and more. The...

Universal Design

Posted by Rincon del Rio on May 7, 2011

In your lifetime, you may have owned the “perfect home”. You may still be living in it, but are beginning to notice that although the “perfect house” hasn’t changed, you have—and it no longer fits your needs as it once did. No matter where you choose to live...

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Vision

Our Vision For You

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Dec 28, 2010

Rincon del Rio means ~ “Bend of The River” - Like a river, you may have noticed lately that your life is gently changing course. We have some ideas about that we...

Natural Amenities

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Dec 28, 2010

Rincon del Rio is located in - Nevada County, California - The community sits on 225 acres bordering the Bear River. Eighty – five percent of the property is reserved as ...

Companionship

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Dec 28, 2010

Humans are very social creatures. We need healthy interaction with others to maintain our health and maximize cognitive function. The staff and residents at ~ Rincon del Rio ~...

Exemplary Medical Care

Posted by Rincon del Rio on Dec 28, 2010

Rincon del Rio has on-site, on staff physicians, nurses, and other medical service providers. Visits can be in your home or in the office. Our focus is: Physician – Patient...

More on the risks of CPR

In a recent op-ed at The Bakersfield Californian, physician Jennifer Black provides useful insight into the risks of CPR, and how the general public tends to have an overly-rosy view of this widely-misunderstood procedure–especially as it pertains to the elderly or physically infirm. Here’s an excerpt: As a medical student at USC and a...

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Nutrition Is Important To Abundant Living and Successful Aging

Many seniors don’t eat as well as they should. A survey by Ross Laboratories found that 30 percent of seniors skip at least one meal a day, while another study found that 16 percent of seniors consume fewer than 1000 calories a day, which is insufficient to maintain adequate nutrition. There are many reasons why a senior may skip a meal: Possible Causes of...

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When the media reports on sensational, titillating 911 calls, damaging misinformation often flourishes. CPR, stands for cardio pulmonary resuscitation. This is a method of trying to restore circulation and breathing for a person who has no pulse or is not breathing. The downward force exerted on the chest by CPR can result in fractured ribs, especially in the...

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