Vista Del Mar Senior Living

Overview of Vista Del Mar Senior Living

Nestled in the serene setting of Magnolia Avenue, Long Beach, CA, Vista Del Mar Senior Living is an astounding senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community provides personalized care to meet their special needs and aspirations. The community promotes a bright and friendly environment for seniors to thrive and live their best lives surrounded by sophisticated and pet-friendly amenities.

With a wide array of stimulating activities and enriching events, residents are encouraged to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle to further enhance their cognition and gain meaningful experiences. From breakfast to dinner, the community ensures residents have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Vista Del Mar Senior Living strives to provide a haven for seniors to make the most out of their best years while receiving the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

Facility Direct Line (562) 595-1559

300-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

15 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 58 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: C+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

79%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

238 / 300

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceOctober 11, 2010

CountyLos Angeles

Vista Del Mar Senior Living is legally operated by 3360 Magnolia Ave., Inc., and administered by Suzette Johnson.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 25 citations 123 total visits 112 complaint visits 5 official inspections 87 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard 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 2020 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	25	10	This facility has 150% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 150% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	7	3	This facility has 133% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 133% worse Rank #1204 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1204th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	18	4	This facility has 350% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 350% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes.	123	16	This facility has had 669% more total inspections than the California average (123 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 669% more
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	112	13	This facility has had 762% more complaint visits than the California average (112 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 762% more Rank #1387 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1387th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	6	7	This facility has had 14% fewer other visits than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 14% fewer
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	87	10	This facility has had 770% more complaint investigations than the California average (87 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 770% more

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Engaging Activities

Medication management

3.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Long Beach's city center to Vista Del Mar Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

What neighborhood is Vista Del Mar Senior Living in?

Vista Del Mar Senior Living is in the Vista del Mar neighborhood of Long Beach.

Who is the owner of Vista Del Mar Senior Living?

Vista Del Mar Senior Living is legally operated by 3360 Magnolia Ave., Inc., and administered by Suzette Johnson.

Is Vista Del Mar Senior Living in a walkable area?

Vista Del Mar Senior Living has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Vista Del Mar Senior Living?

Vista Del Mar Senior Living's occupancy is 79%.

How long has Vista Del Mar Senior Living been in business?

Vista Del Mar Senior Living has been operating for approximately 15 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Vista Del Mar Senior Living?

Yes, Vista Del Mar Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Vista Del Mar Senior Living?

Suzette Johnson is the administrator of Vista Del Mar Senior Living.

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