Occupancy rate
93%
27% higher than California averageCalifornia average: 73%
Elms Residential Home Care
Assisted Living in Ventura County
Elms Residential Home Care
Assisted Living in Ventura County
Enjoy the best of your golden years with Elms Residential Home Care, a trusted community in Ventura, CA, that offers assisted living and memory care. With a compassionate and highly skilled team available 24/7, residents experience top-tier care and assistance tailored to their needs. The community promotes a trusting and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease in their later years.
Residents will not feel lonely with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs for their leisure and wellness. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs. The community is great for those who need assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated care.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
54
54-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
36 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 72 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
27% higher than California averageOccupied beds
50 / 54
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 31, 1989
CountyVentura
Elms Residential Home Care is legally operated by Higgins, Fe Lilia, and administrated by Higgins, Fe Lilia 98.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Recreational Activities
Types of Care at Elms Residential Home Care
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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.
44 visits
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
31 total complaint visits
8 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
Show Inspection Reports
23 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
5 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
42 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
13 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
29 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Latest inspection
Date
August 19, 2025
Annual Inspection43 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for Elms Residential Home Care
Most inspections found deficiencies related primarily to medication management, facility cleanliness, and safety issues such as malfunctioning fire sprinklers and emergency systems. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, including allegations of staff abuse, drug use, and insufficient staffing. The facility received civil penalties totaling at least $350 for criminal record clearance violations and safety hazards. The most recent report from August 19, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies including non-functional fire sprinklers, an inoperable call button system, and incomplete records, with plans underway to address these issues amid a change of ownership. While some improvements were noted in earlier years, recent findings indicate ongoing concerns with safety and compliance.
Compare Assisted Living around Ventura County The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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