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Varenna at Fountaingrove
Aerial view of Varenna at Fountaingrove facility Bright lobby area with elegant decor and seating Dining area with a scenic outdoor view Elegant dining room setup with tables and decor Elegant interior living room with cozy seating and artwork Elegant dining area with bar and scenic views Elegant common area with a large dining table

Varenna at Fountaingrove

1401 Fountaingrove Pkwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Varenna at Fountaingrove

Varenna at Fountaingrove is an idyllic retreat surrounded by lush natural spaces in Santa Rosa, CA, offering independent living. Residents enjoy scenic views and live comfortably in beautifully designed and cozy accommodations. The community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay, promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Residents here can live actively and make new friends with plenty of recreational activities and wellness opportunities. With different dining venues on-site, residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a spa, a swimming pool, a wellness center, a library, pet parks, and serene walking paths.

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Bed community size
322-bed community Rank #48 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
18 years in operation Rank #453 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 453rd out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 12 / 100 Rank #1930 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1930th out of 2058 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
75%
Rank #801 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 801st out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
242 / 322
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeRCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
IssuanceMay 2, 2008
CountySonoma

Ownership & Operating Entity

Varenna at Fountaingrove is legally operated by Varenna LLC, Gallaher Sr Lvg and Gsl Mgmt LLC, and administered by Douglas Blake.

Staffing

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Staff Details

Total Employees
50
Full-Time Employees
50

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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.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 4 citations 23 total visits 8 complaint visits 6 official inspections 8 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

2 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #765 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 765th out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 83 out of 100. Letter grade B. 2 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (at CA avg) 3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 410 This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 33 This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #899 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 899th 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info 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. 2416 This facility has had 50% more total inspections than the California average (24 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 813 This facility has had 38% fewer complaint visits than the California average (8 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 38% fewer Rank #759 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 759th 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 107 This facility has had 43% more other visits than the California average (10 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 43% more
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 64 This facility has had 50% more official inspections than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 810 This facility has had 20% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (8 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 601 - 956 / 1,035 - 2,775 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Rosa's city center to Varenna at Fountaingrove's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California

Varenna at Fountaingrove is located in Santa Rosa, 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.
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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 Varenna at Fountaingrove

Who is the owner of Varenna at Fountaingrove?

Varenna at Fountaingrove is legally operated by Varenna LLC, Gallaher Sr Lvg and Gsl Mgmt LLC, and administered by Douglas Blake.

Is Varenna at Fountaingrove in a walkable area?

Varenna at Fountaingrove has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at Varenna at Fountaingrove?

Varenna at Fountaingrove's occupancy is 75%.

How long has Varenna at Fountaingrove been in business?

Varenna at Fountaingrove has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Varenna at Fountaingrove?

No, Varenna at Fountaingrove has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Varenna at Fountaingrove?

Douglas Blake is the administrator of Varenna at Fountaingrove.

How many beds does Varenna at Fountaingrove have?

Varenna at Fountaingrove has 322 beds.

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