The Groves of Tustin
The Groves of Tustin
Overview of The Groves of Tustin
The Groves of Tustin, known as Everest at The Groves of Tustin, is a 100-bed assisted living and memory care community operated by Specialized Community Health in Tustin, California. Administered by Wendy Cruz, the community has been serving residents for 11 years. It offers personalized Assisted Living and Memory Care services in a setting designed around comfort, care, and connection, with licensed nurses, certified nursing aides, and 24-hour staffing to support residents’ daily needs.
The community is conveniently situated in a highly walkable neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 80, making it easy for visiting family and friends to explore the surrounding area on foot. The starting price is around $2,829 monthly, and the community accepts residents exploring various payment pathways for long-term care. Dining emphasizes quality and choice, with chef-prepared, nutritious meals that accommodate resident preferences and dietary needs. The community supports wellness and connection through a calendar of engaging activities and fitness programs, complemented by social gatherings that encourage residents to stay active and connected to each other. Daily life is supported by practical amenities: a library, outdoor patio space, housekeeping, and linen services. Rehabilitation services exist for occupants needing therapy and recovery support.
The warm, welcoming environment, paired with the range of on-site services and daily activities, makes The Groves of Tustin a pragmatic choice for families seeking short-term rehabilitation or longer-term memory care and assisted living support in Tustin.
100-bed community Rank #698 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 698th out of 1657 homes in California. 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.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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
11 years in operation Rank #610 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 610th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 80 / 100 Rank #417 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 417th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusClosed
IssuanceMarch 12, 2015
CountyOrange
License Number306006736
RCFE Number306006736
State License Types306006736
The Groves of Tustin is legally operated by Csh Tustin Lessee LLC/Specialized Community Health, and administered by Wendy Cruz.
Wheelchair Accessible
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesWheelchair-accessible entrances, elevators with Braille signage, emergency response systems
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Library
Patio
Housekeeping
Linen Service
Activities
Specific ProgramsWellness & Care Services
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 2021 · 5 years of data
7 citations
24 total visits
13 complaint visits
3 official inspections
Inspection Score
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.
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.
1 point below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #853 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 853rd out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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: 80 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 1 point 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (50% above)
• Other visits (14% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Complaint visits (at CA avg) 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Citations per year (30% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Total visits (50% above)
• Other visits (14% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Complaint visits (at CA avg) 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Citations per year (30% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
Latest Inspection
January 6, 2026
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 7 | 10 | This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 1.4 | 2 | This facility has 30% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 30% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 24 | 16 | This facility has 50% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 50% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 13 | 13 | This facility has complaint visits in line with the California average (13 vs. CA avg 13).— At avg Rank #949 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 949th out of 1388 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. |
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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.
| 8 | 7 | This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse |
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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 assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better |
Compare Assisted Living around the area
| Vi at Palo Alto | AL IL MC NH SNF | Palo Alto | 876 | No | - | 80 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| The Vineyards – California Armenian Home | AL IL MC NH RESC SNF | Fresno (Roosevelt) | 412 | No | - | 24 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla | AL NH RESC | La Jolla (University City) | 220 | No | - | 69 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Canterbury Woods | AL IL NH SNF | Pacific Grove | 190 | No | A+ | 81 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Groves of Tustin | AL MC | - | 100 | No | - | 80 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Groves of Tustin
Who is the owner of The Groves of Tustin?
The Groves of Tustin is legally operated by Csh Tustin Lessee LLC/Specialized Community Health, and administered by Wendy Cruz.
Is The Groves of Tustin in a walkable area?
The Groves of Tustin has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Who is the administrator of The Groves of Tustin?
Wendy Cruz is the administrator of The Groves of Tustin.
How many beds does The Groves of Tustin have?
The Groves of Tustin has 100 beds.
Has The Groves of Tustin had any recent citations?
The Groves of Tustin has had 7 recently reported citations.
Are there photos of The Groves of Tustin?
Yes — there are 19 photos of The Groves of Tustin in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Groves of Tustin?
The Groves of Tustin is located at CA.
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