Odd Fellows Home of California

An Impressive History is claimed by the Odd Fellows Home of California dating back to 1893 when provisions were made for the establishment of the first Odd Fellows Home in California. That first Home was located  at Thermalito, Butte County, three miles from Oroville. The move from Thermalito to a new Odd Fellows Home in Saratoga, Santa Clara County, occurred on November 18, 1912. For nearly 100 years Odd Fellows, their widows and Rebekahs have resided at the Saratoga Home.

Originally Two Home Boards – With the purchase in 1992 of The Meadows of Napa Valley, the Odd Fellows of California became owners of two retirement homes managed and operated by two separate non-profit corporations – Odd Fellows Home of California and Odd Fellows Housing of Napa.

The Home Boards Merge into one corporation as the Odd Fellows Home of California, incorporated as a  501 (3) (c) non-profit corporation. The combined board originally had 17 Directors, but the number of Directors has been reduced gradually until there are now 13 Directors including the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer.

For Additional Information on the two retirement Homes operated by the Odd Fellows Home of California, you may check out the websites for each facility at: http://www.saratogaretirement.org/ and http://www.meadowsofnapavalley.org/. Additional information on both facilities may also be obtained by contacting one of the following Directors of the Odd Fellows Home of California:

  Gerald D. Worth - Board Chairman (2010)
Napa - (707) 224-5659 e-mail: worthcpa@DSLExtreme.com
  Neil Allen - Board Member (2009)
Citrus Heights - (916) 726-2426 e-mail: neilallen@live.com
  Mary Ann Tschernoscha - Board Vice Chairman (2010)
San Pedro - Cell: (310) 749-8905 e-mail: mtschernoscha@mwe.com
  Dorothy Handy - Board Member (2011)
Napa - (707) 255-4492 e-mail: djhandy8@sbcglobal.net
  Ray Link - Board Secretary (2009)
Saratoga - (408) 867-0231 e-mail: grandlodge-ca@sbcglobal.net
  Lynn Hill - Board Member (2009)
Napa - (707) 253-2324 e-mail: hill3252@earthlink.net
  Don R. Smith - Director (2010)
Linden - (209) 887-3829 e-mail: donsioof@hotmail.com
  Robin Oliver - Board Member (2010)
Mill Valley - (415) 388-3806 e-mail: roboliver@sbcglobal.net
  George Hannaford - Board Treasurer (2010)
Folsom - (916) 988-6555 e-mail: emmahannaford@comcast.net
  Carlos Garcia - Board Member (2011)
Saratoga - (408) 867-1105 e-mail: cgarcia54@sbcglobal.net
  Peter Bregman - Board Asst. Treasurer (2011)
Lockeford - (209) 339-4016 e-mail: pmbregman@msn.com
  Judge David Rosenberg - Board Member (2009)
Davis - (530) 756-0697 e-mail: daverose@jps.net
      Joyce Rosgen - Board Member (2009)
San Jose- (408) 225-4671 e-mail: joycerosgen@sbcglobal.net

In the Heart of the Silicon Valley is Saratoga Retirement Community, an outstanding Continuing Care Retirement Community which ranks among the finest retirement facilities anywhere. It is another California Odd Fellow and Rebekah facility for both members and non-members. Following a $110 Million renovation and expansion project, the facility offers a relaxed, carefree lifestyle that is outstanding in every respect. There are currently approximately 35 Odd Fellows and Rebekahs as residents.


Reception Area

From the original Main Building, to the newly constructed apartment buildings, cottages, Cal Villa assisted living complex, and skilled nursing facility you will find an outstanding retirement complex. No detail was left undone in renovating the original main building, now called The Manor. It houses administrative offices, a reception-lobby area, the main dining room, Rebekah Dining Room, patio dining area, Seven Stars Tavern Lounge, Barnes Hall Auditorium, and large restaurant style kitchen on the main floor. On the ground floor a large library, beauty and massage salon, gift shop, arts and craft rooms, woodworking center, computer lab, wine tasting room, additional offices, laundry, and storage area are located.


Seven Stars Tavern

Resident's Library

In addition to a few deluxe apartments, located on the second floor, is the Oakwood Board Room. The Manor is an example of Portuguese Mission-style architecture.

The Entire Campus includes a total of 143 independent living apartments and cottages. The 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments are finely appointed and include all main household services, plus delicious meals prepared by an Executive Chef. Nearly all the units have either a balcony or patio.


Dining Room Before Renovation

Dining Room After Renovation


Our New 'Four-Star' Kitchen


The 37-acre, pet-friendly campus offers in addition to Residential Living apartments and cottages for individuals who do not need any type of assistance, 105 Cal Villa Assisted Living apartments for those who need a little help with the activities of daily living, 11 Special Care units for people with Alzheimer's and other memory-impairing conditions, and 94 beds for long and short-term skilled nursing care and therapy in the Health Care Center.

Every amenity and service is provided for the residents including a well equipped fitness center, indoor pool and spa; a Koi pond and water fall, lovely gardens and walking trails; and much more. The cottages and apartments offer every convenience of home, and they enable couples and individuals to buy a unit which will insure them a lifetime of care.


Entry Lobby

 

An Excellent Staff serves the many residents at Saratoga Retirement Community. Executive Administrator Kate Ledford directs the operations with more than 200 qualified and dedicated employees.

All Saratoga Retirement Community facilities are open to the general public as well as to members of the Order. As a CCRC facility, all Independent Living units are buy-ins, while Assisted Living and Health Care facilities are available on a rental basis. Individuals and couples may apply for admission and obtain additional information by contacting: Saratoga Retirement Community, 14500 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070. Phone (408) 741-7100.


Barnes Hall

 

Check out the Saratoga Retirement Community website
http://www.saratogaretirement.org/.

 


Patio Lounge

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As one of the finest retirement communities in the Napa Valley, the Meadows of Napa Valley is an outstanding facility owned and operated by the Grand Lodge of California, Independent Order of Odd Fellows.  It offers an incredible lifestyle that combines comfort, convenience, and affordability.

On the beautiful 20-acre campus in the heart of wine country, you will find more than 300 residents including approximately 20 Odd Fellows and Rebekahs. It is a rental property with no buy-in requirements for the multiple level facility, with nearly 200 independent living residents, 65 assisted living units, and 69 health care beds. The independent living units include various configurations of studio, one and two bedrooms apartments.
The facility was originally built in 1988 as a private residential retirement center. In 1992, the Odd Fellows purchased the Meadows and immediately added an Assisted Living program for residents who need a little help with the activities of daily living. In 1995, the Meadows Care Center was built, offering residents skilled nursing and rehabilitation services on campus.
The lobby and main entrance to the facility is reached by a circular driveway. The well appointed lobby includes a grand piano and an attractive decor. Off the main lobby is a billiards room with full size pool tables, Rebekah Deli Café, and the Meadows Mall Gift Shop. There are also two restaurant style service dining rooms with a capacity of 258 people, a commercial kitchen, public rest rooms, beauty parlor, and an indoor garden atrium patio area with a fountain and koi fish pond. An indoor spa room contains a Jacuzzi, dressing rooms, and other facilities. A heated swimming pool was constructed on the campus a few years ago. A non-denominational chapel, large screen movie theater in Fellowship Hall, library, residents' laundry rooms, art galleries, arts/crafts rooms are just some of the features at The Meadows.


New Library

An Excellent Staff serves the many residents at The Meadows. Executive Administrator Wayne Panchesson directs the operations with more than 175 qualified and dedicated employees.

Renovation and Expansion at The Meadows is currently underway following recent approval. Approximately $20 Million will be expended for updated independent living apartments, renovation of the public and lobby area, a new 40 unit assisted living complex, a new 20 unit dementia facility, and a new main kitchen to serve the entire campus. 


Rebekah Cafe

Sunday Buffet


All facilities at The Meadows
are open to the general public as well as to members of the Order. Individuals and couples may apply for admission and additional information by writing to: The Meadows of Napa Valley, 1800 Atrium Parkway, Napa, CA 94559. Phone (707) 257-7885.

Check out the website for The Meadows of Napa Valley at
http://www.meadowsofnapavalley.org/



 
The Mission of the Board of Directors of the Odd Fellows Home of California is...
 
 

Enhance quality of life, preserve dignity, meet health, social and emotional needs of our residents consistent with the basic principles of odd fellowship.

 

 
The Motto of the Board of Directors of the Odd Fellows Home of California is…
 
 
PROUD of our Heritage
                                    RESPONSIBLE in the Present
                                                            PLANNING for the Future
   
      - Adopted Mar. 28, 2009





 

In accordance with the basic principles of Odd Fellowship – Friendship, Love and Truth – Odd Fellows Home of California strives to achieve both premier and affordable retirement community services.  We provide dynamic communities with a dedicated staff of professionals who consistently maintain the highest level of resident satisfaction in both hospitality and healthcare among retirement communities nationwide.

 
 
Friendship
 
 

We are known as a friendly and relaxed place where everyone can get the maximum enjoyment from their lives.  Our people make us special.  Ours is a vision of service and excellence dedicated to emphasizing community, dignity and choice for present and future generations of retirees.

 
 

Love

 
 

While a high level of service is the first priority, we continue to invest in our welcoming, beautiful natural environment.  Our physical facilities remain loving, warm, inviting and traditional in appearance, yet contemporary and state-of-the-art in keeping with technological advances in healthcare.

 
 
Truth
 
 

Our expertise in the understanding of the aging process and our comprehensive services exceed the expectations of our current and future residents and provide of the physical and financial security for all who live and work here.  We approach the aging process in place process with honesty and truth.

 
    - Adopted Mar. 28, 2009

Odd Fellow-Rebekah Children's Home, also known as Rebekah Children's Services

Updated 04/09/2009


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