Sierra View Homes Retirement Community is a non-profit California retirement community in Reedley, California, a scenic farming community located in the heart of the central valley, just south of Fresno. With new independent senior apartments and the option of additional assisted living, skilled nursing, and senior rehabilitation services, we pride ourselves in providing superior service in a friendly, small-town, homelike atmosphere. If you’re looking for senior retirement options in Fresno or the surrounding communities, please consider visiting us – we’ll feed you lunch, introduce you around, and do our best to help you make the best choice for your future!
Living a Dignified Life – All Your Life
“Aging with dignity is the ability to live life to its fullest in the place you call home, regardless of age, illness or disability. “ So starts an article by Victoria R Ballesteros and Athan …
We’re a Cooling Center. Come Beat the Heat!
The Central Valley of California is in an extremely dangerous heat wave. We are used to summers days where the temperature cools down at night. Lately, however, there has been very little cooling at night. …
10 Tips for a Great Garage Sale in Reedley
10 Reedley Yard Sale Tips! Are you ready to move into a Reedley retirement community like Sierra View Homes, but you’re still drowning in STUFF? Let’s downsize! It’s time to hold a garage sale! Here are …
Scott MacIntyre – Auxiliary Spring Benefit Dinner
You’re invited to Sierra View Homes’ 2018 Auxiliary Dinner, on Saturday, June 9th! This year’s event features a silent auction, and the return of American Idol Star, singer, songwriter, and author Scott MacIntyre! All proceeds …
Seniors and Social Media
When you think of social media, your first thought may be of teenagers on their phones. However, increasingly, you should think of a senior! Recent data provided by the Pew Research Center revealed that seniors …
THREE YEARS RUNNING! Thank You, Reedley – You Voted Us Reedley’s #1 Retirement Community for 2017!
Thank you for the THIRD YEAR IN A ROW, Reedley! The Reedley Exponent asked, and you made your voices heard – Sierra View Homes Retirement Community was voted Reedley’s #1 Retirement Community for 2015, 2016, and …
For-Profit vs. Non-Profit – What is the Difference?
Should a retirement community’s for-profit or non-profit status affect my decision? This is a question that has been asked of me many times during my years in long-term care work, and being the clear and …
Avoiding Falls As We Age
Challenges seem to creep up on us, as we age. One change is losing your balance and suddenly finding yourself on the ground. Recently, I had an unexpected fall when I was at a camp …
Don’t Worry, Be Happy – The Search for Happiness
“Happy, happy, happy”, was a phrase our oldest son would often use when he was very young. It has stuck with our family through the years. You can still hear the phrase pop up from …
A Frank Look at the Hot Dog
As summer looms ever closer, we think of the American outdoor cuisine, the hot dog. Whether at a baseball game or just outside grilling, the hot dog with toppings seems delightful. I thought that maybe …
When is it Time to Consider Assisted Living?
When is it time to consider assisted living? The time to start looking for an assisted living facility is when you notice it is no longer easy for your loved one to function all by themselves. Watch …
Does Burned Toast Cause Cancer? Maybe.
Burn That Toast? Practically every week our fire alarm goes off because of someone burning their toast. Sierra View Homes Retirement’s independent senior apartments are equipped with super sensitive smoke alarms. So we know there …
Food: Seniors Want Fresh, Organic, and Made-to-Order in a Fine Dining Atmosphere
Eating organic foods, more fresh produce and less processed food seems to be the current trend. Seniors are starting to rally to that table of fresh, homemade food, even after a lifetime of poor eating …
Never Take Your Feet for Granted
Feet. They carry you from here to there every day. Typically, we don’t give much thought to our feet until we experience pain. Foot problems tend to be common in older people for several reasons: As …
Elvis Has Left Sierra View!
Our annual Auxiliary Dinner fundraiser was a great success! June 4, 2016 was a great evening full of fun, door prizes, and Jeremy “Elvis” Pierce singing familiar Elvis Presley songs.
Update on our Music Project!
Music! Sounds, beats and familiar songs have a profound impact on each of us. We are utilizing music at Sierra View Homes in a new and meaningful way. As I write this article today I …
Bathing in Music, It’s Good for the Mind and Soul
Have you listened to music lately? Do you have songs that touch you in a certain way? Is there music that takes you back to your childhood or your youth? I recently attended a California …
11 Benefits of Living in a Retirement Community
Wondering if retirement community living is really better than living in a house? It is! Below is a list of reasons that retirement community living beats living alone in a home every time. Benefits of Living in a …
Are All Assisted Living Communities Alike? How to Choose.
I am thinking it is time to move my mother into an Assisted Living Residence. How do I go about choosing one? Are all assisted living facilities alike? How do I deal with helping her …
Welcome to Sierra View!
Contact Us!
We're here to help you with your decisions for the future. For information, a tour, or just to chat, contact Crystal Rogalsky at (559) 638-9226 and crogalsky@sierraview.org. Voted Reedley’s #1 Retirement Community 3 YEARS RUNNING!
Thank you, Reedley, for voting us Reedley's #1 Retirement Community for 2015, 2016, and 2017! We love you, too!No entry fee!
Unlike many retirement communities, we have no expensive entry fee! When you choose Sierra View Homes, you gain the benefit of multiple levels of care without the up-front cost.
Testimonials
"I like that we have people of different ethnicities here; this is a very inclusive community..." Learn what else current Sierra View residents have to say.
We pride ourselves on Sierra View Homes' lenient pet policy. Small dogs, cats, fish, rabbits... We want your non-human family-member to come with you!