The Palms at San Lauren
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bakersfield, CA

The Palms at San Lauren

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bakersfield, CA

Overview of The Palms at San Lauren

Nestled in the vibrant city of Bakersfield, California, The Palms at San Lauren sets the standard for assisted living and specializes in providing unparalleled assisted living with memory care services. Offering a wide range of memory care options, this exceptional establishment caters to the unique needs of individuals facing cognitive challenges.

The Palms at San Lauren offers an abundance of resources and programs designed to enhance memory and overall well-being. From memory-stimulating activities to therapeutic interventions, residents can explore a wide range of memory care options designed to nurture their cognitive abilities and promote a fulfilling lifestyle. Choosing The Palms at San Lauren means selecting a community that understands the unique challenges and requirements of individuals in need of assisted living with memory care. 

(661) 762-5520

Types of Care at The Palms at San Lauren

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
68-bed community Rank #1017 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1017th out of 1658 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #804 / 1485Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 804th out of 1485 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #1840 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1840th out of 2093 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
90%
Rank #316 / 1407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 316th out of 1407 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
61 / 68
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 24, 2019
CountyKern

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Palms at San Lauren is legally operated by 5151knudsen Dr Bakersfield Inc;oakmont Mgmt Gr Llc, and administrated by Brenda Myers.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactDouglas Rice

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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.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.

Below the California average for assisted living residences.

California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100

Inspection score: 62 out of 100. Letter grade D-. Below the California average for assisted living residences.

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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 8 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (20% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% above)
• Citations per year (20% above)
• Total visits (63% above)
• Complaint visits (8% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Complaint investigations (20% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
Latest Inspection March 18, 2026

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. 1210 This facility has 20% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 84 This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 2.42 This facility has 20% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.4 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 20% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.53.3 This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2616 This facility has 63% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 63% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1413 This facility has 8% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 8% worse
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 87 This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1210 This facility has 20% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on June 16, 2025, cited one deficiency for resident elopement but accepted a plan of correction and cleared the citation during the visit.
  • Multiple substantiated complaints from 2023 to 2025 included failure to provide adequate supervision, delayed staff response to call bells, and lack of hot water for over seven days.
  • Deficiencies frequently involved resident care issues such as missed showers, feeding needs, infection control, and documentation gaps, with some improvements noted in follow-up inspections.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 377 / 636 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Palms at San Lauren

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The Palms At San Lauren 1 Bed
The Palms At San Lauren Studio B

Places of interest near The Palms at San Lauren

Address 4.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bakersfield's city center to The Palms at San Lauren's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.19 miles to nearest hospital (Dignity Health)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Palms at San Lauren is located in Bakersfield, 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.
CA

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 The Palms at San Lauren

What neighborhood is The Palms at San Lauren in?

The Palms at San Lauren is in the South San Lauren neighborhood of Bakersfield.

Who is the owner of The Palms at San Lauren?

The legal owner and operator of The Palms at San Lauren is 5151Knudsen Dr Bakersfield Inc;Oakmont Mgmt Gr Llc.

Is The Palms at San Lauren in a walkable area?

The Palms at San Lauren has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Palms at San Lauren?

The Palms at San Lauren's occupancy is 90%.

Who is the administrator of The Palms at San Lauren?

Brenda Myers is the administrator of The Palms at San Lauren.

How many beds does The Palms at San Lauren have?

The Palms at San Lauren has 68 beds.

Has The Palms at San Lauren had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Palms at San Lauren has had 12 recently reported deficiencies.

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