1:5 staff-to-member ratio

1:5 isn’t just a ratio it means your parent is seen, heard, and engaged, not just watched.

Seniors

“A real day, with real people. Live Oak is where your day comes back to life.”

  • Our clients are typically 60 years and older with some exceptions. They live in Santa Clara County.
  • They are unable to live independently, and may have cognitive and/or physical impairments including dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, depression, history of stroke, and other age-related illnesses.
  • They are, however, able to participate in our activities, can feed themselves, are continent and able to use the bathroom with minor assistance. If in a wheelchair, they can bear weight.

Families/Caregivers

“We don’t just care for them — we give you your life back, so you can be a daughter again, not a full-time nurse.”

  • Caregiver Support Groups (complimentary, supported by the Forum Charitable Foundation), Live Oak Adult Day Care offers support groups every first (virtual at 10:30am to noon), second (in person at Willow Glen site from 10:30am to noon) and third Tuesdays (virtual at 6:30pm – 8:00pm) of each month.
  • Live Oak Adult Day Care offers caregivers support and relief so that the caregiver can go to work, finish errands and other daily tasks while knowing that their loved one is well tended in a caring environment.
  • Taking short term breaks can relieve stress, restore energy, and promote balance in a caregiver’s life.

WE OFFER STIMULATING ACTIVITIES

We ensure that our clients have an opportunity to enjoy a variety of stimulating activities such as:

  • Adaptive physical exercise

  • Music programs

  • Arts & crafts projects

  • Discussions on current events, and times of reminiscing

  • Visits from many community volunteers of all ages.

WE OFFER A FRIENDLY AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT

 

  • Breakfast & a hot lunch served daily

  • Beverages and snacks throughout the day

  • Opportunity to socialize and make friends

  • Discussions on current events, and times of reminiscing

  • Respite and support services for caregiver

DEDICATED & CARING STAFF

Please note that a 1:5 staffing ratio is maintained at all Live Oak centers
* All staff must be at least 18 years old
* Obtain FBI/DOJ Fingerprint and Background Clearance
* Obtain a “Good” Health Screening
* Obtain Negative TB results
* Obtain/Maintain First Aid & CPR certification
* Excellent character references a must
* Show respect for and ability to treat participants with dignity
* Have at least one year of experience in providing care to dependent adults or degree in related field
* Must participate in all in-service training and certifications, as required by Community Care Licensing, State Food Program, Senior Nutrition Program, etc.

Caregiver Testimonial

“Thank you for offering a safe place for our family”