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Lower than the California average: 72.8%The Pointe at Summit Hills is legally operated by Summit Hills 85 Llc; The Pointe At Bakersfield Llc, and administrated by Perla Pena.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
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.
14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #1156 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1156th 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. Inspection score: 67 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 39 | 10 | This facility has 290% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (39 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 290% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 7.8 | 2 | This facility has 290% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (7.8 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 290% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.7 | 3.3 | This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% 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.
| 55 | 16 | This facility has 244% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (55 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 244% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 41 | 13 | This facility has 215% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (41 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 215% worse Rank #1321 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1321st out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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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.
| 10 | 7 | This facility has 43% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 43% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 42 | 14 | This facility has 200% more total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (42 vs. CA avg 14).↑ 200% worse |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 8.4 | 2.8 | This facility has 200% more complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (8.4 vs. CA avg 2.8).↑ 200% worse |
14.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bakersfield's city center to The Pointe at Summit Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The Pointe at Summit Hills is located in BAKERSFIELD, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| The Pointe at Summit Hills |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Bakersfield | 170
Facility
170
CA AVG
103
Rank
#256 / 1657 | No |
0
Facility
0
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2070 / 2092 | 67
Facility
67
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1156 / 1401 | 4 | 41
Facility
41
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1321 / 1397 | - | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#662 / 1487 |
45.3%
Facility
45.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1295 / 1368 | A+ | Summit Hills 85 LLC; The Pointe At Bakersfield LLC | - |
| The Pointe at Summit Hills |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Bakersfield (Eastridge Estates) | 170
Facility
170
CA AVG
103
Rank
#256 / 1657 | No |
13
Facility
13
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1926 / 2092 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1401 | 1 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#592 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#662 / 1487 |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#276 / 1368 | A+ | The Pointe At Bakersfield LLC | - |
| Ivy Park at Seven Oaks |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bakersfield | 164
Facility
164
CA AVG
103
Rank
#279 / 1657 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1784 / 2092 | 71
Facility
71
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1079 / 1401 | 3 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#922 / 1397 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
3
Rank
#895 / 1164 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1210 / 1487 |
56.7%
Facility
56.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1151 / 1368 | A+ | Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | - |
| Hallmark Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bakersfield | 99
Facility
99
CA AVG
103
Rank
#725 / 1657 | Yes |
69
Facility
69
CA AVG
57
Rank
#768 / 2092 | 70
Facility
70
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1098 / 1401 | 3 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#995 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1210 / 1487 |
62.6%
Facility
62.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1057 / 1368 | - | Hallmark Senior Living LLC | Studio |
| The Palms at San Lauren |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bakersfield (South San Lauren) | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1017 / 1657 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1839 / 2092 | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1142 / 1401 | 4 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#995 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
13
Rank
#805 / 1487 |
89.7%
Facility
89.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#284 / 1368 | A+ | 5151Knudsen Dr Bakersfield Inc;Oakmont Mgmt Gr LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
The legal owner and operator of The Pointe at Summit Hills is Summit Hills 85 Llc; The Pointe At Bakersfield Llc.
The Pointe at Summit Hills's occupancy is 45%.
Perla Pena is the administrator of The Pointe at Summit Hills.
The Pointe at Summit Hills has 170 beds.
The Pointe at Summit Hills has had 39 recently reported deficiencies.
Yes — there are 17 photos of The Pointe at Summit Hills in the photo gallery on this page.
The Pointe at Summit Hills is located at 4501 UPLAND POINT DRIVE.
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