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The Woodlake

1445 Expo Pkwy, Sacramento, CA 95815

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JH

Resident/client

4.0 out of 5 stars

Review for The Woodlake

My husband and I moved into a 2-bedroom apartment at The Woodlake five months ago. We are quite comfortable with our living arrangements in this apartment. Also we are enjoying the companionship of our fellow residents. There are a variety of activities to participate in and we like some them. As for the food, we sometimes don't like the daily specials, but there are alternatives to order from and they are fine. We are in independent living, so we do not have the services of care takers. Overall we are pleased that we chose The Woodlake as our home.

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The Woodlake

Nestled in the heart of the Sacramento Valley near scenic recreation areas, The Woodlake offers a full continuum of senior living services to older adults. Residents in independent living, assisted living, and memory care are welcomed into the modern, multi-story building complete with a bright color scheme, plentiful windows, and elegant stone accents. Known for being a contemporary culture hotspot and tourist destination, Sacramento offers exciting amenities for seniors to enjoy.

Feel confident while you age in place at The Woodlake. The dedicated care team features a full-time program supervisor, a memory care manager, and a memory care program assistant to ensure you receive the proper support — no matter your desired level of care. Those in memory care can benefit from the person-centered care provided through the Opal program, which focuses on the Seven Pillars of Wellness. An on-site health and wellness team composed of registered nurses and certified caregivers is also available to help you reach your wellness goals.

The Woodlake’s premier amenities and services make it easy to live a vibrant lifestyle. Feel free to participate in the vast array of engaging activities and events arranged by the compassionate caregivers. The on-site chef and food service team serves healthy,...

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9.5 out of 10
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Overall Experience
4.4
Cleanliness
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Care Services
4.4
Staff
4.5
Meals & Dining
4.5
Activities
4.5
Value for Cost
4.3

A Place for Mom has scored The Woodlake with 9.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Woodlake has 43 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.

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JH

Assisted Living

Resident/client

September 22, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review for The Woodlake

My husband and I moved into a 2-bedroom apartment at The Woodlake five months ago. We are quite comfortable with our living arrangements in this apartment. Also we are enjoying the companionship of our fellow residents. There are a variety of activities to participate in and we like some them. As for the food, we sometimes don't like the daily specials, but there are alternatives to order from and they are fine. We are in independent living, so we do not have the services of care takers. Overall we are pleased that we chose The Woodlake as our home.

SS

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 16, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Found the Perfect Place for My Mom

The staff are very friendly and the community has a "resort" feel. My mom was hesitant about moving into assisted living and the entire staff have made her feel at home and always check on her and make sure she knows about upcoming activities and provide a calendar and menu daily. She loves "happy hour" every Thursday and her sewing club that meets on Fridays. She has started referring to it as home and not just The Woodlake

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

June 27, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review for The Woodlake

The staff is very caring. Additionally, the facility is kept very clean.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 13, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
2.0

Wonderful Woodlake

This is name removed]niece. {name removed]passed away. I was taking care of [name removed] for the last year especially. He liked The Woodlake very much. The staff were very friendly and attentive. It is beautiful and well kept. These are the things I think he would have told you.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 14, 2025

4.5 out of 5 stars
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Review for The Woodlake

The Woodlake is great. I don't live there, my brother does. I haven't been there much since he moved in. He is content there. The staff and consideration and responsive to me when I call and he likes the food a lot. It's meets his relatively high standards in all respects. That's enough.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 26, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
2.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Review for The Woodlake

So when we entered the facility the sales team was fabulous and went above and beyond to help get our family member moved in and made every effort to help make him comfortable. The staff was quick to tend to any requests and was very friendly. The ownership has recently changed and the staffing has also changed. Our family member has recently passed. Therefore there has been a lot of business to wrap up. The administrative team although very friendly...have been extremely slow as far as returning our share of the deposit. Despite repeated verification that it has been issued ..it has not arrived. We are also having difficulty getting information sent to our LTC for billing purposes. There is also problems resolving billing issues with Omnicare the pharmacy that Woodlake uses. Unfortunately this administrative side has put a negative spin on our experience at this facility.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 10, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Beautiful facility.

We are very happy with them. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a Beautiful facility. The Parking sometimes a challenge.

Susan H

Memory Care

Family/friend

March 8, 2025

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
3.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Not enough supervision.

The supervision is not good and has not enough staff in the Memory Care to residence. I have been advocating for this for a while for my mother and the residence.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 28, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for The Woodlake

The dining experience is just wonderful. I've sampled the food several times and find it just really outstanding compared to some of the other places. The staff are very generous with their time and easy to deal with and they have found a way to remember the names of everyone living there and even visitors like myself. The prices were lower than the other facilities and they offered an incentive to move in. She seems very happy there.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 6, 2025

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
3.0
Value for Cost
2.0
Care Services
2.0
Activities
1.0
Staff
3.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Review for The Woodlake

I would recommend the assisted living side but not their memory care facility.. they aren't equipped with staff that's trained at all in dementia care residents. The 3- month enrollment incentive is what attracted us.

Maria

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 24, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for The Woodlake

Outstanding value. Great staff. Well lit. Smells good. Very well maintained. I would absolutely recommend to others. It took my hubby about 2 weeks to get adjusted. He misses me and our life together, but loves the way he is treated by the staff.

Ashley

Assisted Living

Family/friend

December 31, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Everyone is so nice and caring

We moved our mom into the Woodlake about 6 months ago and she loves it. Everyone is so kind and helpful, she loves all of the activities. We enjoy all of the holiday activities for families to join in.

Safia J

Assisted Living

Family/friend

December 30, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

amazing activities!!

The activities at The Woodlake Senior Living are truly exceptional! They offer such a wide variety of programs that there’s always something fun, engaging, and meaningful happening. From fitness classes and art workshops to group outings and game nights, the team does an amazing job creating opportunities for residents to stay active, social, and happy. My loved one looks forward to the daily schedule and has rediscovered hobbies they hadn’t done in years. The staff’s enthusiasm and dedication to making every event enjoyable really shine through. It’s heartwarming to see residents smiling, laughing, and connecting with one another. If you’re looking for a senior living community that prioritizes not just care but also quality of life, The Woodlake is the perfect choice. Their activities program is second to none!

Marcie V

Independent Living

Resident/client

December 30, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Love the Woodlake!

The Woodlake has exceeded all of our expectations for independent living! From the moment we toured the community, we knew it was the perfect place. The apartments are beautifully designed, spacious, and equipped with everything needed to feel comfortable and at home. The amenities are outstanding—there’s always something to do, whether it’s fitness classes, social events, or just relaxing in the lovely common areas. The dining options are fantastic, offering delicious and healthy meals that feel like dining at a fine restaurant. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always available to help if needed, which provides a wonderful sense of security. My loved one has made so many new friends and enjoys the vibrant, active lifestyle The Woodlake offers. If you’re looking for a welcoming and enriching independent living community, The Woodlake is the place to be!

Debbie

Assisted Living

Family/friend

December 6, 2024

2.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
3.0
Value for Cost
2.0
Care Services
2.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
2.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Review for The Woodlake

It was clean, secure, & well-run. The thing that attracted us the very most though was...at the time... [name removed] who handled the new and prospective patients/families and [name removed] who was a manager I think or some kind of medical manager. They were awesome

adair D kanter

Assisted Living

Family/friend

October 16, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Everything fell into place

My main contact at The Woodlake was a tremendous help and support even before I was truly interested in this property. When I contacted her a 2nd time to pursue this choice she bent over backwards to assist. My daughter and I moved my sister and her husband into The Woodlake last week. And everyone, staff and residents alike were kind, friendly and interesting. We enjoyed visiting with the residents and had a hard time pulling ourselves away to return to our home. The food is very good. The interior of the building is beautiful and full of sunlight. And there are numerous activities to pique the interest of the residents. But back to the staff. They were awesome. So helpful and gracious. Cant thank them enough.

Tammy Zinner

Independent Living

Family/friend

September 29, 2024

2.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
3.0
Value for Cost
1.0
Care Services
3.0
Activities
2.0
Staff
3.0
Meals & Dining
1.0

Starts off great, but doesn't last.

Looks great from the sales floor when they are signing you up, but after you are in, things change. Mgmt. sucks! The food is mediocre unless corporate is visiting, and they serve lots of carbs which is not good for diabetics and anyone trying to watch their diets. If we have mom out with us past 6pm, she's locked out and has to stand outside until someone decides they want to answer the bell. That can be 10 minutes or more! The driver for trips is not a good driver, and when mom complains about his unsafe driving they just poopoo her away. In fact, anytime she complains they just treat her like a little kid whose complaints they are tired of. The bus is broke down more often than not, and they do not plan trips for people who have mobility issues. This place does not have a pool, which would make it 60% better! If you are independent, look elsewhere. The majority of the population here are using walkers, canes or wheelchairs. We made a bad decision to move mom here.

Kati G

Assisted Living

Resident/client

May 11, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

THE WOODLAKE is a great place for Mom!

I’ve been living at THE WOODLAKE for a little over three years. Time has flown! It took a little adjusting, getting used to not being on my own. I have found that I can spend as much time by myself as I want or I can be as social as I want. Everyone finds the friends they wanna hang out with. It’s like living in a very spacious house that is always clean and smells good! Not having to buy groceries is a plus. And so is having meals that are very good and nutritious that are prepared by someone else! We have a great Activities Director Who keeps us on our toes. Everyone is friendly and helpful.

Bill H

Assisted Living

Resident/client

May 9, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

A Festive Mother's Day Celebration at The Woodlake

The Woodlake celebrated Mother's Day early with a festive brunch on Thursday. A bounteous buffet of entrées and desserts to please everyone’s taste, served in a dining room especially decorated for the day. Great food, Good neighborly conversations. A lovely and thoughtful prelude to Mother’s Day. Chef [name removed] and the staff outdid themselves. It was indeed a most enjoyable event.

Steve F

Assisted Living

Industry reviewer

May 9, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

A Great Place To Be

As an employee of The Woodlake, I enjoy coming to work everyday. Although the building is beautiful, what makes it special are the people. To see so many happy residants is amazing. As i write this their is a Mothers Day brunch happening. To hear the joy and laughter from my office inspires me. I am grateful to be a part of this stage of life and helping people live their best life now.

The Woodlake

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