Occupancy rate
70%
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Almond Heights
Memory Care in Sacramento County
Almond Heights
Memory Care in Sacramento County
Peacefully nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of Orangevale, CA, Almond Heights is a distinguished community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans in a nurturing and welcoming environment for the utmost comfort and convenience. A kind and well-trained team also provides exceptional care tailored to residents’ needs and preferences 24/7.
With a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and well-balanced meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and emergency alert systems are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is equipped with a movie theater, a well-stocked library, serene outdoor courtyards, and beautifully landscaped gardens, creating the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.
145-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
7 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 68 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
101 / 145
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 29, 2019
CountySacramento
Almond Heights is legally operated by Almond Heights Msl Llc;msl Community Mgmt Llc, and administrated by Peck, Danielle.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 270 / 331 / 375 / 513 / 900 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Exercise Programs
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Health Programs
Types of Care at Almond Heights
Memory Care
Assisted Living
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
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics worse than average are highlighted in red; those better than average are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. California average
8 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (80% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (267% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
• Total visits (300% above)
• Complaint visits (154% above)
• Other visits (257% above)
• Official inspections (50% above)
• Complaint investigations (90% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total citations (80% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (267% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
• Total visits (300% above)
• Complaint visits (154% above)
• Other visits (257% above)
• Official inspections (50% above)
• Complaint investigations (90% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
March 23, 2026
Annual Inspection
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory violations recorded by California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) inspectors across all inspection types.
| 18 | 10 | This facility has 80% more total citations than a typical California facility (18 vs. California avg 10).↑ 80% worse |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 11 | 3 | This facility has 267% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California facility (11 vs. California avg 3).↑ 267% worse |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. Corrective action required within a specified timeframe.
| 7 | 4 | This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California facility (7 vs. California avg 4).↑ 75% worse |
Inspections & Visits
Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 64 | 16 | This facility has 300% more total visits than a typical California facility (64 vs. California avg 16).↑ 300% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns.
| 33 | 13 | This facility has 154% more complaint visits than a typical California facility (33 vs. California avg 13).↑ 154% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 25 | 7 | This facility has 257% more other visits than a typical California facility (25 vs. California avg 7).↑ 257% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more official inspections than a typical California facility (6 vs. California avg 4).↑ 50% worse |
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Complaint Investigations
Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 33 complaint visits.
| 19 | 10 | This facility has 90% more complaint investigations than a typical California facility (19 vs. California avg 10).↑ 90% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated deficiencies in medication administration and resident supervision, including substantiated immediate health risks and civil penalties for AWOL incidents. The most recent inspection on March 23, 2026 found no deficiencies, with the facility clean, safe, and following infection control protocols, and all recent complaints were unsubstantiated. However, prior inspections cited several medication errors, failure to administer prescribed drugs, inadequate staffing leading to residents leaving unassisted, and incomplete personnel records, showing ongoing challenges in care and compliance.
Read the full state inspection reports, including specific deficiencies and facility responses.
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California
Almond Heights is located in Orangevale, California.
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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