The Pointe at Summit Hills
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bakersfield, CA

The Pointe at Summit Hills

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bakersfield, CA

Overview of The Pointe at Summit Hills

The Pointe at Summit Hills is a nurturing senior living community in Kern County, Bakersfield, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents here are offered various assistance for a comfortable life, including help with daily living activities, medication management, continence care, and more. The community ensures residents are provided with individualized care plans that match their needs to ensure they are provided with effective care services.

Residents are provided with a comfortable and spacious residence that matches their preference and lifestyle needs with an array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to choose from. The community offers plenty of opportunities for whole-being enrichment with vibrant, stimulating, and engaging activities, events, and programs. Apart from delectable meals, residents are also provided with inviting and cozy spaces for socializing with family, friends, and neighbors.

Bed community size
170-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 13 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
47%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
79 / 170
Average residents per home in California 87 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 11, 2025
CountyKern
RCFE Number157209551

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Pointe at Summit Hills is legally operated by Pointe At Bakersfield Llc, The, and administrated by Perla Pena.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Pointe at Summit Hills

Assisted Living Memory Care

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (62% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 0 10 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 8 16 This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 5 13 This facility has 62% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 62% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 2 7 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 1 4 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1 10 This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Pointe at Summit Hills is located in Bakersfield, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Pointe at Summit Hills

What neighborhood is The Pointe at Summit Hills in?

The Pointe at Summit Hills is in the Eastridge Estates neighborhood of Bakersfield.

Who is the owner of The Pointe at Summit Hills?

The legal owner and operator of The Pointe at Summit Hills is Pointe At Bakersfield Llc, The.

Is The Pointe at Summit Hills in a walkable area?

The Pointe at Summit Hills has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Pointe at Summit Hills?

The Pointe at Summit Hills's occupancy is 47%.

Who is the administrator of The Pointe at Summit Hills?

Perla Pena is the administrator of The Pointe at Summit Hills.

How many beds does The Pointe at Summit Hills have?

The Pointe at Summit Hills has 170 beds.

Are there photos of The Pointe at Summit Hills?

Yes — there are 13 photos of The Pointe at Summit Hills in the photo gallery on this page.

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