Ivy Park at Cerritos
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Cerritos, CA

Ivy Park at Cerritos

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Cerritos, CA

Overview of Ivy Park at Cerritos

Enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Ivy Park at Cerritos located in New Falcon Way, Cerritos, CA, is a paradisal senior living community offering assisted living and retirement living. The community features a wide range of floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Ivy Park at Cerritos values the independence and freedom of its residents, providing them with care and assistance tailored to their specific needs and preferences.

Ivy Park at Cerritos empowers its residents and conducts social and educational programs to keep them engaged and learning. Residents enjoy all-day dining in Vine at Ivy Restaurant. The pet-friendly community is equipped with wondrous amenities including a library, a full-service salon, an activity studio, barbeque areas for gatherings, an ethereal community park and luscious rose garden, and peaceful walking paths and outdoor lounges for the residents’ enjoyment and convenience.

Bed community size
163-bed community Rank #283 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 283rd 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
7 years in operation Rank #805 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 805th 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.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: 47 / 100 Rank #1422 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1422nd 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
87%
Rank #424 / 1530Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 424th out of 1530 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1530. 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
141 / 163
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 2, 2018
CountyLos Angeles
RCFE Number198602608

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ivy Park at Cerritos is legally operated by Cerritos Subtenant Lp;oakmont Mgmt. Group Llc, and administrated by Mark Padilla.

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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. 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.

19 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1271 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1271st 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: 62 out of 100. Letter grade D-. 19 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 8 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (60% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (200% above)
• Citations per year (59% above)
• Total visits (156% above)
• Complaint visits (131% above)
• Official inspections (50% above)
• Complaint investigations (110% above)
2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
Latest Inspection May 5, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 16 10 This facility has 60% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (16 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 60% 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. 4 3 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #828 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 828th 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.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 12 4 This facility has 200% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 200% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2020. 2.7 1.7 This facility has 59% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.7 vs. CA avg 1.7).↑ 59% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.4 3.3 This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% better

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

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 41 16 This facility has 156% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (41 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 156% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 30 13 This facility has 131% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (30 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 131% worse Rank #1261 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1261st 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.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 5 7 This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 6 4 This facility has 50% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 21 10 This facility has 110% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 110% 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 March 19, 2026, substantiated one deficiency related to an eviction notice lacking policy violation details but found no immediate jeopardy or fines.
  • The July 31, 2025 annual inspection cited four deficiencies, including retaining a bedridden resident without fire clearance, missing staff first aid and TB tests, and issued a $500 civil penalty.
  • Staffing shortages were substantiated in October 2023 when residents reported waiting an hour or more for food due to insufficient personnel; other complaints about environment and temperature were unsubstantiated.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 449 / 476 / 545 / 556 / 845 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 Bed
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
545 - 556 sq. ft
2 Bed
2 Bed
1 / 4
2 Bed
2
845 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Ivy Park at Cerritos

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Address 3.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cerritos's city center to Ivy Park at Cerritos's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.15 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Ivy Park at Cerritos is located in Cerritos, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Ivy Park at Cerritos

Who is the owner of Ivy Park at Cerritos?

The legal owner and operator of Ivy Park at Cerritos is Cerritos Subtenant Lp;Oakmont Mgmt. Group Llc.

Is Ivy Park at Cerritos in a walkable area?

Ivy Park at Cerritos has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Ivy Park at Cerritos?

Ivy Park at Cerritos's occupancy is 87%.

Who is the administrator of Ivy Park at Cerritos?

Mark Padilla is the administrator of Ivy Park at Cerritos.

How many beds does Ivy Park at Cerritos have?

Ivy Park at Cerritos has 163 beds.

Has Ivy Park at Cerritos had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Ivy Park at Cerritos has had 16 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Ivy Park at Cerritos?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Ivy Park at Cerritos in the photo gallery on this page.

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