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Basking in the scenic views of Carmel, CA, Carmel Valley Manor is an exceptional life-plan community offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. As the only life-plan community in Monterey County, Carmel Valley Manor offers a Life Care Contract which includes three levels of healthcare and residence; and a Monthly Fee Agreement that provides housing and necessary medical services. With a 28-acre picture-perfect view of the mountains and nature, Carmel Valley Manor features a spectrum of floor plans ranging from studios to 2-bedroom cottages that can be decorated based on the resident’s preference.
Carmel Valley Manor is an extraordinary community that emphasizes wellness and satisfaction. The culinary team prepares luxurious meals six days a week, with wonderful breakfast gourmet brunch provided on Sundays and Holidays. Amenities include an on-site clinic, fitness center, pool, scenic trail, computer center, craft rooms, and more. In collaboration with Blue Zones Project Monterey County (BZMPC), Carmel Valley Manor promotes a quality, comfortable, and sustainable life for seniors. This community is truly one of a kind and a gift to the seniors of Monterey County.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Carmel Valley Manor is legally operated by Northern California Congregational Retirement Home, and administrated by Chris Regan.
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 nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.
15 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)
Rank #1 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 points above the California average for nursing homes (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.
| 0 | 10 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% 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.
| 7 | 16 | This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 0 | 13 | This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
5.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Carmel-By-The-Sea's city center to Carmel Valley Manor's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.16 miles to nearest hospital (Altais with Marathon Health Monterey Ryan Ranch)
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Carmel Valley Manor is located in Carmel-By-The-Sea, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| OakView Health Center |
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).
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 (Mountclef Village) | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1063 / 1657 |
79.4%
Facility
79.4%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#698 / 1530 | -6% | 5.21
Facility
5.21
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#32 / 345 | -69% | +24% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1401 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#4 / 352 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#2 / 352 | - | 43 | A+ |
20
Facility
20
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1846 / 2092 | Bouchard Family Revocable Trust | $15.0M
Facility
$15.0M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#208 / 346 | $8.8M
Facility
$8.8M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#162 / 346 | 58.7%
Facility
58.7%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#80 / 346 | 555857 | ||||
| The Reutlinger Community |
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).
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. | Danville | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
103
Rank
#561 / 1657 |
65.0%
Facility
65.0%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#1115 / 1530 | -23% | 5.32
Facility
5.32
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#28 / 345 | -17% | +26% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1401 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#25 / 352 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#102 / 352 | - | 78 | A+ |
30
Facility
30
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1720 / 2092 | The Reutlinger Community | $21.4M
Facility
$21.4M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#120 / 346 | $13.6M
Facility
$13.6M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#44 / 346 | 63.5%
Facility
63.5%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#48 / 346 | 55534 | ||||
| Bayshire Carlsbad |
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).
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. | Carlsbad (Palamai) | 125
Facility
125
CA AVG
103
Rank
#526 / 1657 |
93.6%
Facility
93.6%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#224 / 1530 | +11% | 3.24
Facility
3.24
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#327 / 345 | +54% | -23% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | 79
Facility
79
CA AVG
81
Rank
#881 / 1401 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#82 / 352 | 4.3
Facility
4.3
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#189 / 352 | - | 117 | A+ |
59
Facility
59
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1088 / 2092 | Skilled Camino LLC | $11.5M
Facility
$11.5M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#260 / 346 | $5.4M
Facility
$5.4M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#280 / 346 | 46.9%
Facility
46.9%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#195 / 346 | 555745 | ||||
| Heritage Gardens |
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).
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. | Loma Linda | 64
Facility
64
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1051 / 1657 |
85.9%
Facility
85.9%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#436 / 1530 | +1% | 4.44
Facility
4.44
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#104 / 345 | -14% | +5% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | 71
Facility
71
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1079 / 1401 | 45
Facility
45
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#198 / 352 | 3.8
Facility
3.8
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#147 / 352 | 1 | 55 | A+ |
47
Facility
47
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1422 / 2092 | Cotton Family Revocable Trust | $12.9M
Facility
$12.9M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#238 / 346 | $6.7M
Facility
$6.7M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#232 / 346 | 51.9%
Facility
51.9%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#146 / 346 | 55183 |
Carmel Valley Manor is in the Carmel-by-the-Sea neighborhood of Carmel-By-The-Sea.
The legal owner and operator of Carmel Valley Manor is Northern California Congregational Retirement Home.
Carmel Valley Manor has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Carmel Valley Manor's occupancy is 76%.
Chris Regan is the administrator of Carmel Valley Manor.
Carmel Valley Manor has 258 beds.
Carmel Valley Manor has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.
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