Eskaton Granite Bay

09/15/2025

🌿📚 Our residents recently enjoyed a wonderful outing to the Loomis Library, where the Master Gardeners led us on a tour of the beautiful surrounding gardens. From colorful blooms to hidden treasures, it was the perfect blend of learning, nature, and community! 🌸✨

09/14/2025

Groovy vibes only! 🌼✌️ Eskaton Granite Bay traveled back in time for a 1960s-themed party filled with retro outfits, classic tunes, and dancing. Residents and team members alike had a blast celebrating the spirit of the ‘60s together!

09/12/2025

09/11/2025

💜 Last Sunday, we celebrated National Grandparents Day in the best way—sharing a delicious lunch with family, then turning up the fun with a lively round of bingo! 🥳✨ Laughter, love, and a little friendly competition made for a perfect day honoring the grandparents who make life so special. 👵👴💐

09/05/2025

🍷✨ Cheers to good friends and great flavors! Residents of Eskaton Village Roseville enjoyed a delightful wine tasting featuring a variety of Amador County wines (plus some delicious non-alcoholic options 🍇). From bold reds to crisp whites, every sip was worth savoring—and the laughter made it even sweeter! 🥂💜

09/04/2025

🎂 August Birthdays = August Feasts! 🍽️ Last month’s birthday celebration at Eskaton Granite Bay was extra special, with residents designing their own menu! They enjoyed shrimp cocktail, steak, twice-baked potatoes, asparagus, and of course, chocolate cake. 🥩🍤🍫 At the end of the meal, team members gathered to sing Happy Birthday to celebrate each resident's birthday month. 🎉

08/27/2025

The Woodshop at Eskaton Village Carmichael (EVC) is a place where residents come together to share skills, spark creativity, and build lasting connections. From woodworking projects to learning new techniques, it's a space that celebrates craftsmanship, collaboration, and community.

In this Eskaton Senior Portrait, resident Craig Johnson, who serves as Chair of the EVC Woodshop, brings his lifelong passion for craftsmanship and creativity to inspire and guide fellow residents.

08/22/2025

Residents of Eskaton Village Roseville recently experienced a deeply relaxing Sound Therapy session led by Musician and Certified Sound Practitioner, Chelsea Callender. 🌿✨ Sound therapy—also known as vibrational sound therapy or sound healing—can help reduce stress, improve sleep, ease pain, spark creativity, and restore balance. We are so grateful to Chelsea for bringing this calming and restorative experience to our community. 💫🎶

08/20/2025

🐢🎨 Creativity was flowing at Eskaton Village Roseville's turtle painting class, led by our talented Life Enrichment Coordinator Sonya Metzler! As part of this month’s theme of exploring the Pacific Islands—including beautiful Hawaii—residents (and even a couple of team members!) enjoyed bringing their own sea turtles to life on canvas. 🌺✨

08/19/2025

Which table would you head to first? Seven of our fantastic culinary partners came to Eskaton Village Carmichael to showcase their fresh, farm-to-fork creations. Residents were able to learn more about our local vendors, and submit votes on the top items that they’d like to see more of in the dining room. Thank you to our culinary partners for the afternoon full of flavor!

US Foods
• Cross Valley Farms Fresh Produce
• Tender By Design Steaks
• Stock Yards Beef

Acxion
• Rotella’s Bakery
• Belgioioso Cheese

Portillo
• Joseph’s Gourmet Pasta & Sauces
• Violife Plant Based Ice Cream

Core
• Boursin Cheeses
• Island Oasis Smoothies

Affinity
• Devonshire Desserts
• Hope’s Country Fresh Cookies
• Barilla Pasta

Ada Valley Farms

08/18/2025

🌺✨ The rhythm of the islands came alive at Eskaton Gold River! Residents were treated to a special hula dancing lesson from two very special guests — the wife and young daughter of our Executive Director, Alfredo Cruz. 💃Together, this dynamic duo from Manuia Polynesia Rocklin is teaching residents dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, and New Zealand as we prepare for our annual Luau on September 7th! 🌴🥥 We can’t wait to show off our new moves at the celebration — aloha spirit included! 🌺🎶

08/14/2025

💙 Today's Health & Wellness Resource Fair at Eskaton Granite Bay brought our community together for a day of learning, inspiration, and healthy living! Residents and guests explored engaging vendor booths, enjoyed live demonstrations of innovative solutions for seniors, and savored delicious, wholesome treats prepared by our talented culinary team. Here’s to living well—mind, body, and spirit! 🌿✨A heartfelt thank you to all our vendors for contributing to the success of this wonderful event!

08/14/2025

💙 Today's Health & Wellness Resource Fair brought our community together for a day of learning, inspiration, and healthy living! Residents and guests explored engaging vendor booths, enjoyed live demonstrations of innovative solutions for seniors, and savored delicious, wholesome treats prepared by our talented culinary team. Here’s to living well—mind, body, and spirit! 🌿✨A heartfelt thank you to all our vendors for contributing to the success of this wonderful event!

08/14/2025

🌟 Congratulations to our Employee of the Month, Beatrice "Bea" D.! 🌟

"Bea is an outstanding member of the Eskaton Village Roseville community," said Emma Ledesma, Director of Resident Services. "As the weekend front desk receptionist at the Lodge, she consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism and a remarkable ability to address concerns with empathy and efficiency. Her dedication and positive attitude make her a pleasure to work with and contribute significantly to the positive morale at our Village."

Outside of work, Bea is a full-time student who enjoys drawing and playing video games in her free time. We’re proud to celebrate her commitment, warmth, and the many ways she makes a difference for residents, families, and team members alike.

08/13/2025

Our Hot August & Hot Rods event at Eskaton Village Grass Valley brought the perfect mix of nostalgia and fun! 🚗✨ Residents and guests enjoyed a dazzling parade of classic cars, delicious bites, and toe-tapping live music. Attendees cast their votes for their favorite rides, and we awarded first, second, and third place trophies to the winners. A big thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate summertime in style!

08/11/2025

Aloha vibes all around! 🌺☀️ Eskaton Village Placerville's annual Luau brought sunshine, smiles, and the spirit of the islands to our community. Residents and staff enjoyed a mouthwatering Hawaiian feast, the sweet sounds of the ukulele, and an incredible hula dance performance. The best part? We all got to join in and learn the hula ourselves—turns out we’ve got some hidden talent right here at EVP! 🏝💃🪘

08/09/2025

Residents and families of Eskaton Village Placerville recently channeled the vibrant spirit of Mexico with an Oaxacan-style Animal Pottery class! 🎨🐆 Residents hand-built whimsical animal sculptures from clay in the first session, then brought them to life in the second with bold, psychedelic colors inspired by this imaginative form of Mexican folk art. The result? A joyful gallery of one-of-a-kind creatures bursting with personality! 🌟🦜✨

This art class is part of our Creative Aging program, in partnership with the Crocker Art Museum Ar. Through this partnership, Eskaton residents can participate in various Creative Aging Art Courses throughout the year, providing immersive experiences inspired by current exhibits at the Crocker.

08/08/2025

🚓 Our residents recently enjoyed a fascinating trip to the CHP Museum, where they explored the rich history of the California Highway Patrol through a guided tour. The highlight of the day was witnessing the weekly memorial ceremony honoring fallen officers—a deeply moving moment that left a lasting impression on everyone. 💙

08/08/2025

🌟 Celebrating 20 Years of Dedication 🌟 Congratulations to Evelyn Gargar on reaching an incredible milestone — 20 years with our Culinary Team at Eskaton Granite Bay! For two decades, Evelyn has served our residents with heart, warmth, and a commitment to excellence that inspires us all. Her care goes far beyond the kitchen — it’s in every smile, every meal, and every moment she shares with our community.

Thank you, Evelyn, for making a difference every single day. Here’s to your remarkable journey and the many lives you’ve touched along the way! 💛

08/08/2025

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our new Business Services Manager, Scott Vandenberg! Scott brings a wealth of experience, a friendly smile, and a passion for helping others. We’re excited to have him on our team and look forward to the positive impact he’ll make in our community. Welcome to Team Eskaton, Scott! 🎉

07/18/2025

Today is the final day to vote for Eskaton Granite Bay as Best Senior Community and Best Assisted Living Community!

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07/16/2025

Talk about a storybook kind of day! 📚✨ Our book club was thrilled to welcome special guest author Terri Dorow, who hopped by to share her adorable tale Simon the Bunny! 🐰 To top it off, we dished up a 1950s-style lunch inspired by this month’s book selection, A Recipe for the Perfect Wife. Retro eats, literary treats, and plenty of smiles—what more could you ask for? 📖

07/10/2025

Our residents took a sweet trip to New Zealand—without leaving home! 🇳🇿🍰 They enjoyed Pavlova (the country's famous dessert) prepared by our incredible Culinary team and then travelled in spirit from the comforts of our trusty armchairs.