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Before any senior moves into a California RCFE, state regulations require a recent Physician’s Report documenting current medical conditions, medications, mobility, and care needs – signed by a physician. For seniors transitioning from a hospital stay or longtime home where a clinic visit is difficult, getting to that exam can be a barrier. Doctor2me physicians conduct the in-home Physician’s Report visit, so families don’t need to add a clinic trip to the logistics of arranging the move.
Royal Oaks Inn is an 80-bed assisted living and memory care community at 45 North Erbes Road in Thousand Oaks, California. The community operates under CDSS RCFE license #567609831 and offers a comprehensive range of senior care: assisted living, memory care, respite stays, and a board-and-care option. Under new management, the community has been completely remodeled and now also operates under the marketing name Thousand Oaks Royale – reflecting an updated brand identity while continuing under the same CDSS license.
Community Snapshot
| Detail | Value |
| Address | 45 North Erbes Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 |
| County | Ventura |
| Licensed Capacity | 80 residents |
| License Number | 567609831 (CDSS) |
| Facility Type | Residential Care for the Elderly (RCFE) |
| Care Types | Assisted Living, Memory Care, Board & Care, Respite |
| Brand Names | Royal Oaks Inn / Thousand Oaks Royale |
| Office Hours | Daily 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (facility staffed 24/7) |
| Nursing Coverage | 12 to 16 hours per day, with 24-hour call system |
| Pets | Not allowed |
| Phone | (805) 495-4657 |
What Type of Community Is Royal Oaks Inn?
Royal Oaks Inn is a Residential Care for the Elderly (RCFE) facility licensed by the California Department of Social Services Community Care Licensing Division. Under California Title 22, an RCFE provides housing, meals, and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and personal care – but does not provide skilled nursing services, which would require a separate license category.
Despite occasional online directory categorization as a “skilled nursing facility,” Royal Oaks Inn is licensed as an RCFE, not a SNF. The community offers assisted living, a dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other forms of memory loss, respite stays for short-term care, and a board-and-care option for residents wanting a smaller, more intimate care setting within the broader community.
Why Is It Also Called Thousand Oaks Royale?
Royal Oaks Inn has been rebranded under new management as Thousand Oaks Royale. This is a marketing identity change, not a license change – the community continues to operate under the same CDSS license #567609831 and at the same address. The rebrand reflects a complete property remodel and updated operational philosophy under the new leadership team.
Both names appear in different directories: the historical name “Royal Oaks Inn” persists in CDSS records, search results, and many senior care directories, while “Thousand Oaks Royale” is the name used in current marketing materials and many recent resident family reviews. Families looking for the community should be aware that both names refer to the same property at 45 North Erbes Road.
What Services Does the Community Offer?
- 12 to 16 hours of nursing care daily with a 24-hour call system for resident emergencies
- Assistance with Activities of Daily Living – bathing, dressing, transfers, grooming, toileting
- Medication management
- Three meals per day, including vegetarian options
- Respite program for short-term stays
- Complimentary transportation for residents (transportation at cost also available)
- Property convenient to public transit
- On-site beautician
- Activities and devotional programming – daily activities on-site plus devotional activities offered offsite
Community amenities include a library, fitness room, game room, outdoor patios, and walking paths.
What Healthcare Services Are Available On-Site?
- Memory Care for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia
- Medication Management
- Incontinence Care
- Non-Ambulatory Care including assisted transfers and mechanical lifts
- Diabetic Care
- Bath tubs and wheelchair-accessible showers for residents with mobility needs
These on-site healthcare capabilities make Royal Oaks Inn suitable for residents whose care needs go beyond what smaller board-and-care homes can typically support – particularly residents needing non-ambulatory care or incontinence support that some California RCFEs cannot provide.
What Memory Care Specialization Is Offered?
Memory care residents receive the same 12 to 16 hours of daily nursing care, medication management, and personal care that the broader assisted living population receives, with additional attention to the safety, consistency, and dignity needs that come with cognitive change. The community has received A Place For Mom recognition including Best Meals and Dining, Best of Senior Living, Best Activities, and Most Friendly awards.
How Is On-Site Medical Care Arranged?
Doctor2me physicians visit residents directly at the community for routine checkups, chronic condition management, medication reviews, and acute issues that don’t warrant emergency room care. For an 80-bed community with residents at various levels of mobility and cognitive function, in-home physician visits eliminate the transportation barrier that can otherwise delay routine medical care.
Doctor2me also handles the Physician’s Report California requires before admission to an RCFE – simplifying the move-in process when the prospective resident is transitioning from a hospital, rehab facility, or longtime home.
The closest medical providers to Royal Oaks Inn include Conejo Women’s Health (1.1 miles), and the broader Thousand Oaks medical corridor is within easy reach.
What Hospice Options Are Available for Residents?
For residents in advanced stages of terminal illness, hospice care provides specialized end-of-life support focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of remaining life. The Doctor2me network includes two Medicare-certified hospice providers that serve Thousand Oaks directly – giving families a choice based on philosophy of care, proximity, and family preference.
Westlake Village Hospice, Inc. is a Medicare-certified hospice based in Westlake Village. Services include nursing services, home health aide, counseling, homemaker, medical social services, medical supply services, occupational therapy, physician services, physical therapy, short-term inpatient care, and speech pathology services.
Guardian Angel Hospice is a locally owned hospice based in Simi Valley, operating 24/7. Guardian Angel offers the full hospice spectrum: skilled nursing, physician oversight, home health aides, counseling, chaplaincy, respite care, durable medical equipment, and transportation.
For Royal Oaks Inn residents who transition into hospice care, both providers can deliver services at the community so the resident can remain in their familiar environment during end-of-life care rather than being moved to an unfamiliar facility.
Where Is Royal Oaks Inn Located?
Royal Oaks Inn is at 45 North Erbes Road in Thousand Oaks, California – an affluent city in Ventura County known for its Spanish-themed architecture, abundant parks and open space, and proximity to the Conejo Valley wine region. Erbes Road is a major north-south thoroughfare in the heart of Thousand Oaks, just off Thousand Oaks Boulevard.
The Erbes Road location places residents within easy reach of Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center, Thousand Oaks Surgical Hospital, The Oaks Mall, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, and the Civic Arts Plaza. The community’s position on a major thoroughfare provides easy family access while remaining in a residential context appropriate for senior care.
For tour scheduling, availability, and assessments, families can contact Royal Oaks Inn directly at (805) 495-4657.
