Hillcrest Royale
Every senior deserves to live out their golden years to the fullest, and Hillcrest Royale Retirement Residence of Thousand Oaks, California makes that possible. Beaming with charm, this family-owned and operated community offers a plethora of amenities that enhance daily living, including various housing options, medical maintenance, transportation, personal care, and physical therapy.
Each aspect is carefully tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of every resident. Complete with luxurious features and professionally maintained facilities, Hillcrest Royale also boasts a vibrant calendar of enriching activities. These activities serve not only as avenues for enjoyment but also as tools to improve mental health, keep seniors active, enrich their social lives, and instill a sense of anticipation for each new day.
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About this community
Occupancy
Hillcrest Royale is legally operated by The Retirement Home, Inc., and administrated by Inga Jakobovich.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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 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• Total citations (20% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (200% above)
• Citations per year (20% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% below)
• Citations per inspection (67% below)
• Total visits (31% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (43% below)
• Complaint investigations (70% below)
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 12 | 10 | This facility has 20% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% worse |
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Serious citations (Type A)
| 9 | 3 | This facility has 200% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 200% worse Rank #1033 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1033rd out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better |
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Citations per year
| 2.4 | 2 | This facility has 20% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.4 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 20% worse |
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Citations per inspection
| 1.1 | 3.3 | This facility has 67% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 67% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
| 11 | 16 | This facility has 31% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 31% better |
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Complaint visits
| 3 | 13 | This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #441 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 441st 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
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Official inspections
| 4 | 4 | This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
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Complaint investigations
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The most recent inspection on January 29, 2026, found no deficiencies and unsubstantiated complaints regarding resident hygiene and odor.
- The June 19, 2023 inspection cited three immediate health and safety risks: water damage in a bedroom ceiling, moldy and expired food in the kitchen, and excessively hot water taps.
- The June 24, 2024 inspection cited two deficiencies: no evacuation chairs at stairwells and seven of eight staff lacking valid first aid/CPR certifications.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
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2.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Thousand Oaks's city center to Hillcrest Royale's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.94 miles to nearest hospital (Los Robles Regional Medical Center)
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Assisted Living in California
Hillcrest Royale is located in Thousand Oaks, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
Compare Assisted Living around Thousand Oaks
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Belmont Village Senior Living Thousand 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. | Thousand Oaks (North Moorpark Road) | 158
Facility
158
CA AVG
103
Rank
#310 / 1657 | Yes |
21
Facility
21
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1839 / 2092 | 66
Facility
66
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1218 / 1401 | 4 | 13
Facility
13
CA AVG
13
Rank
#953 / 1397 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1015 / 1164 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#511 / 1487 |
72.2%
Facility
72.2%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#791 / 1368 | A+ | Bmsh I Belmont To Gp LLC; Belmont Three LLC | Studio / Suite |
| Hillcrest Royale |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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. | Thousand Oaks | 145
Facility
145
CA AVG
103
Rank
#388 / 1657 | No |
79
Facility
79
CA AVG
57
Rank
#451 / 2092 | 75
Facility
75
CA AVG
81
Rank
#973 / 1401 | 4 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1397 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1033 / 1164 | 23
Facility
23
CA AVG
13
Rank
#289 / 1487 |
62.8%
Facility
62.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1054 / 1368 | A+ | The Retirement Home, Inc. | Studio / Suite |
| Sage Mountain Senior 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.
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. | Newbury Park | 145
Facility
145
CA AVG
103
Rank
#388 / 1657 | Yes |
14
Facility
14
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1913 / 2092 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1301 / 1401 | 5 | 53
Facility
53
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1360 / 1397 | 31
Facility
31
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1160 / 1164 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
13
Rank
#805 / 1487 |
70.3%
Facility
70.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#838 / 1368 | A+ | Sage Mountain Sr. Housing Partners; Agemark Mgmt | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunrise of Westlake Village |
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. | Thousand Oaks | 124
Facility
124
CA AVG
103
Rank
#540 / 1657 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
CA AVG
57
Rank
#598 / 2092 | 92
Facility
92
CA AVG
81
Rank
#308 / 1401 | 4 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#336 / 1487 |
70.2%
Facility
70.2%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#842 / 1368 | A+ | Szr Westlake Village; Sunrise Senior Living Mgt | Studio / Suite |
| OakView Health Center |
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.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village) | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1063 / 1657 | No |
20
Facility
20
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1846 / 2092 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1401 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 18
Facility
18
CA AVG
13
Rank
#428 / 1487 |
79.4%
Facility
79.4%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#608 / 1368 | A+ | Oakview Hc LLC | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest Royale
Who is the owner of Hillcrest Royale?
The legal owner and operator of Hillcrest Royale is The Retirement Home, Inc..
Is Hillcrest Royale in a walkable area?
Hillcrest Royale has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Hillcrest Royale?
Hillcrest Royale's occupancy is 63%.
Who is the administrator of Hillcrest Royale?
Inga Jakobovich is the administrator of Hillcrest Royale.
How many beds does Hillcrest Royale have?
Hillcrest Royale has 145 beds.
Has Hillcrest Royale had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Hillcrest Royale has had 12 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Hillcrest Royale?
Yes — there are 10 photos of Hillcrest Royale in the photo gallery on this page.
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