Katella Senior Living Community

Overview of Katella Senior Living Community

Katella Senior Living Community is located in Los Alamitos, California. It offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care with flexible month-to-month leases. The community provides personalized support and a warm, welcoming environment for residents.

(562) 596-2773

140-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 77 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Katella Senior Living Community is administrated by Christine Greenway.

Emergency SystemsPendant Emergency Call System available.

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Pets Allowed

HousekeepingYes

Utilities IncludedYes

Small Dogs & Cats Allowed

Off-Site Transport (15-Mile Radius)

Diabetic

Vegan

Soft/Purée Meals

Furnished Rooms

Weekly Housekeeping & Laundry

Cable

Internet

Trash

Water

Gas Included

Medication Reminders

Outdoor Courtyard

Nurse On Staff And Doctors On Call

Food DescriptionDiabetic, vegan, soft/purée meals available.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 11 total visits 5 complaint visits 3 official inspections

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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

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

Metric	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	11	16	This facility has 31% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (11 vs. CA avg 16). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 31% better
Complaint visits 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 nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 13). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 62% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	3	7	This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 7). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 57% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 4). Click this badge to view the full California ranking.↓ 25% better

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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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)

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Is Katella Senior Living Community in a walkable area?

Katella Senior Living Community has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Who is the administrator of Katella Senior Living Community?

Christine Greenway is the administrator of Katella Senior Living Community.

How many beds does Katella Senior Living Community have?

Katella Senior Living Community has 140 beds.

Are there photos of Katella Senior Living Community?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Katella Senior Living Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Katella Senior Living Community?

(562) 596-2773 will put you in contact with the team at Katella Senior Living Community.

Is Katella Senior Living Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Katella Senior Living Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.