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Before any resident transitions into assisted living at a California RCFE-licensed community, state regulations require a recent Physician’s Report documenting current medical conditions, medications, mobility, and care needs. For CCRC residents who eventually move from independent living to assisted living at the adjacent health center, this Medical Assessment is just as required as it would be for a brand-new admission. Doctor2me physicians perform the at-home physician’s report visit, so the transition between living levels at the campus doesn’t get stalled by clinic-visit logistics for residents already in declining health.
A Continuing Care Retirement Community combines independent living with on-site or adjacent access to higher levels of care – assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing – so residents can age in place as their needs change without relocating. For seniors and families planning ahead, this structure provides what real estate alone cannot: the peace of mind that comes with knowing the full continuum of care is already arranged and waiting.
University Village Thousand Oaks is a 65-acre Life Plan Community at 3415 Campus Drive in Thousand Oaks, California. The community operates under the proprietary Continuing Life® philosophy and offers residential living alongside priority access to the adjacent OakView Health Center for assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. University Village is located just across the street from California Lutheran University in Ventura County. The community holds State of California License #565800978 and Certificate of Authority #266 issued by the California Department of Social Services.
Community Snapshot
| Detail | Value |
| Address | 3415 Campus Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 |
| County | Ventura |
| Campus | More than 65 acres |
| Community Type | Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) / Life Plan Community |
| Operating Brand | Continuing Life® |
| Primary Living Level | Independent Living |
| RCFE License | #565800978 (California Department of Social Services) |
| Certificate of Authority | #266 (Continuing Care Contracts Section) |
| Adjacent Health Center | OakView Health Center (3557 Campus Drive) |
| OakView Care Levels | Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing |
| OakView Beds | 48 Medicare-certified Skilled Nursing + 49 Assisted Living apartments |
| Phone | (805) 241-3300 |
| info@uvto.com | |
| Office Hours | Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Sat/Sun by appointment) |
| Website | uvto.com |
What Type of Community Is University Village Thousand Oaks?
University Village is a Life Plan Community – also referred to as a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC. The model differs from a standalone assisted living facility or independent living community: residents move into independent living residences while having priority access to a full continuum of care services if and when their needs change. The community describes the value this way: “Knowing your loved one doesn’t have to move if their health needs change – and couples can stay together – is a huge relief.”
The 65-acre campus is gate-guarded and private, with rolling hills, valleys, lush landscaping, and a koi pond. The community emphasizes residential living without the responsibilities of home ownership – maintenance, repairs, lawn care, and household chores are handled by University Village staff so residents can focus on the lifestyle and engagement opportunities the campus offers.
University Village is fiscally sound with no third-party debt, and the community publishes audited financial reports on its website – a structural feature relevant for prospective residents evaluating long-term security of their entrance fees.
How Is University Village Licensed and Regulated?
California regulates CCRCs through a multi-layer structure managed by the California Department of Social Services. As a CCRC, University Village holds two specific licenses:
- Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) License #565800978 – issued by the Adult and Senior Care Program (ASCP). California state law requires the entire CCRC to be licensed as an RCFE before a Certificate of Authority can be issued.
- Certificate of Authority #266 – issued by the Continuing Care Contracts Section (CCCS), which assesses the financial viability of providers and monitors their capacity to fulfill the long-term promises they make in continuing care contracts to residents.
The CCCS reviews ongoing financial health of CCRC providers, evaluates contracts, and confirms residents are afforded proper disclosures. This regulatory framework is why financial soundness matters for CCRCs: residents pay significant entrance fees in exchange for lifetime commitments, and California requires demonstrated financial capacity to honor those commitments.
For OakView’s skilled nursing services, a separate Skilled Nursing Facility License issued by the California Department of Public Health applies (HCAI ID 206564129, 48 licensed beds).
Who Operates University Village and How Is It Connected to OakView?
University Village Thousand Oaks operates under the proprietary Continuing Life® philosophy – an approach that emphasizes solid financial standing, comprehensive care planning, and resident-focused services. The Continuing Life® organization advises and provides business services for select premier retirement communities in California.
The adjacent OakView Health Center at 3557 Campus Drive operates as a separate licensed facility:
- 48 Medicare-certified Skilled Nursing beds
- 49 Assisted Living apartments (including a dedicated and secure memory support wing)
- 5-star rated Health Center (Medicare CMS overall rating)
- Professional 24-hour staffing with higher staffing ratios than typical SNFs in the area
- Full-service rehabilitation: physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy – available up to 7 days per week
- Three fresh, well-balanced meals daily, restaurant-style dining with a dedicated culinary team
- Slogan: “Live Better, Live Longer”
OakView’s quality positioning is supported by external data: per Medicare CMS information current as of May 2026, OakView reported no civil money penalties or payment denials in the last 3 years – meaningful for a regulated skilled nursing facility. OakView has also been recertified as a Great Place to Work for the 6th year in a row. OakView accepts both Medicare and private pay. The phone for OakView is (805) 241-2000.
University Village and OakView are owned by separate limited liability companies (LLCs), though the owners of the University Village LLC also have an ownership interest in the OakView LLC. Residents of University Village have priority access to OakView under an agreement between the two LLCs – meaning a UV resident who needs assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing transitions to OakView rather than searching for an outside facility.
The integrated structure means a couple where one spouse needs more care than the other can stay connected: one spouse remains in their University Village residence while the other receives the level of care they need at OakView, just across the campus.
What Living Options Are Available?
University Village offers maintenance-free residences in three main configurations:
- Single-story homes – on quiet cul-de-sacs, suited for residents who want detached-home privacy
- Garden terrace townhomes – multi-level residences with private outdoor space
- Apartment homes – close to the hub of community life, connected to the clubhouse, amenities, and activity hub
Layouts are available in one-, two-, or three-bedroom configurations, allowing residents to choose based on lifestyle, budget, and accommodation needs (visiting family, hobby space, home offices, etc.).
For prospective residents who aren’t ready to move immediately but want to lock in their position, University Village operates a Future Residents Club with both active and inactive membership options. Members enjoy access to on-site activities, amenities, exclusive resident programs, and campus events including concerts, lectures, and parties – while securing their place on the waitlist to choose their ideal floor plan when ready.
What Amenities Does the Campus Offer?
The University Village campus offers more than 200 monthly classes, clubs, and activities plus an extensive amenity profile:
- Library
- Swimming pool
- Putting greens
- Tennis courts
- Beauty parlor
- Fully equipped gym
- Multiple restaurants and dining venues with chef-crafted culinary offerings
- Complimentary continental breakfast and afternoon refreshments
- Gate-guarded, private community access
- 65 acres of rolling hills, lush landscaping, and a koi pond
The community is positioned as comparable to a high-end resort experience – a framing that resonates in family reviews describing the property as “immaculately clean,” with views from all windows that are “beautiful.”
What Activities and Dining Are Available?
University Village residents choose from more than 200 monthly classes, clubs, and activities. The community framing emphasizes engagement and social connection as core components of senior wellness – multiple dining options, made-to-order culinary offerings, and a campus environment designed for active resident participation.
Specific activity categories evident on the campus include cultural programming, educational lectures, fitness classes, social clubs, community events, and outdoor recreation (tennis, putting greens, walking paths through the 65-acre grounds).
How Is On-Site Medical Care Arranged?
University Village independent living residences do not include on-site medical care – residents retain their own physicians and receive medical care through external providers. For families just transitioning a senior into independent living at University Village, the routine medical care question often becomes a logistical concern.
Doctor2me physicians visit residents directly at the community for routine checkups, chronic condition management (hypertension, diabetes, heart disease), medication reviews, and acute issues that don’t warrant emergency room care. For University Village residents who later transition to assisted living at OakView, the standard pre-admission Physician’s Report becomes part of the process. Doctor2me physicians complete this in-home Medical Assessment at the resident’s University Village residence, simplifying the transition between independent living and assisted living when the time comes.
The closest hospitals to the University Village campus are Los Robles Hospital & Medical Center (1.3 miles away) and Thousand Oaks Surgical Hospital (3.7 miles away), with 22 hospitals total within 25 miles of campus.
What About Hospice Care When the Time Comes?
For residents in advanced stages of terminal illness, hospice care provides specialized end-of-life support that focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of remaining life.
Westlake Village Hospice, Inc. is a Medicare-certified hospice.
Services offered through Westlake Village Hospice 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.
For University Village residents who transition into hospice care, the location continuity matters: hospice services can be provided at the resident’s UV residence, at OakView Health Center if they have transitioned there, or at home if the resident’s family takes them home for end-of-life care.
What About Financial Help During the Transition?
Major life transitions often involve a significant entrance fee, monthly service fees, and the question of how to convert home equity into liquid funds.
Senior Home Transitional Services (SHTS) is a California-licensed senior transition company in the Doctor2me network, guiding seniors through a seamless transition from their home to a senior community.
Two core services help bridge the financial gap during transition: Bridge Loans for Seniors – short-term loans that let a senior move into University Village before their longtime home is sold, repaid when the home sells. Real Estate Solutions – guidance on selling the home, either to a direct buyer or through a traditional Realtor process.
For Thousand Oaks families weighing both a placement decision and a financial decision, SHTS provides a senior-specialized financial partner during the transition.
Where Is University Village Located?
University Village Thousand Oaks is at 3415 Campus Drive 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. The campus sits just across the street from California Lutheran University, with the OakView Health Center adjacent at 3557 Campus Drive.
University Village is approximately 15 minutes from Westlake Village and Simi Valley, providing easy access to the broader Conejo Valley and Greater Los Angeles area. Nearby attractions include the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, The Oaks Mall, Los Robles Golf Course, and the Civic Arts Plaza.
For tour scheduling, availability, and information about the Future Residents Club, families can contact University Village directly at (805) 241-3300 or email info@uvto.com. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with weekend tours available by appointment.
