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A Place Called Home – North Willow
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Residential Care · Fresno, CA
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A Place Called Home – North Willow

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Residential Care · Fresno, CA
8437 N Paula Ave, Fresno, CA 93720 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of A Place Called Home – North Willow

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Discover an astounding living experience with A Place Called Home – North Willow, located at 8437 N Paula Ave, Fresno, CA, providing assisted living, dementia and memory care, Alzheimer’s assisted living, Parkinson’s care services. Boasting large and elegant accommodations, residents can choose according to their preferences. The community team is well-equipped and dedicated to catering to the immediate needs and interests of its residents round-the-clock.

Dedicated to delivering the highest level of care, the community also offers top-notch amenities and services including delectable and healthy homemade meals based on dietary needs, medication management, and general assistance with daily activities. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories within its beautifully appointed shared spaces. A Place Called Home – North Willow guarantees seniors a comfortable and fulfilling retirement where care and community come together harmoniously.

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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
6
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1318 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1318th out of 1,645 homes we track in California for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1322 / 1507Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1322nd out of 1,507 homes we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100 Rank #1774 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1774th out of 2,057 homes we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 1452Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 1,452 homes we track in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1452. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

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License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceDecember 28, 2023
CountyFresno

Ownership & Operating Entity

A Place Called Home – North Willow is legally operated by David Bruce Murchison, and administered by David Bruce Murchison.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesIn-House Physician, Awake Staff at Night

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1:3

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa
Garden
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Wellness Programnurse operated 24-hour care, personal pampering, massage, daily support
Specific ProgramsDementia and Memory Care, Alzheimer’s Assisted Living, Parkinson’s Care, A full schedule of activities

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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 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.

Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)

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. 012 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 12).↓ 100% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 416 This facility has had 75% fewer total inspections than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has had 100% fewer complaint visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has had 71% fewer other visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer official inspections than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 8.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Fresno's city center to A Place Called Home – North Willow's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 103
Rank #9 / 1,645
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,156 / 2,057
20
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #105 / 1,507
57.2%
Facility 57.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,231 / 1,452
A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
Fairwinds – Woodwark Park
AL
IL
Fresno
270
Facility 270
CA AVG 103
Rank #70 / 1,645
Yes
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
25
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 1,507
93.0%
Facility 93.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #269 / 1,452
A+Fresn LLC And Leisure Care LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Fresno
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fresno
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #318 / 1,645
Yes
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,573 / 2,057
59
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,321 / 1,387
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,287 / 1,433
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #320 / 1,507
83.9%
Facility 83.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #492 / 1,452
A+Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Fresno Ops And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed
A Place Called Home – North Willow
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Fresno
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,774 / 2,057
4-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-David Bruce MurchisonStudio
Royal Gardens Senior Care
AL
HOS
PC
Fresno
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 58
Rank #562 / 2,057
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
AVr Enigma IncStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

A Place Called Home – North Willow is located in Fresno, 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).
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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 A Place Called Home – North Willow

Who is the owner of A Place Called Home – North Willow?

A Place Called Home – North Willow is legally operated by David Bruce Murchison, and administered by David Bruce Murchison.

Is A Place Called Home – North Willow in a walkable area?

A Place Called Home – North Willow has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at A Place Called Home – North Willow?

A Place Called Home – North Willow's occupancy is 100%.

How long has A Place Called Home – North Willow been in business?

A Place Called Home – North Willow has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at A Place Called Home – North Willow?

No, A Place Called Home – North Willow has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of A Place Called Home – North Willow?

David Bruce Murchison is the administrator of A Place Called Home – North Willow.

How many beds does A Place Called Home – North Willow have?

A Place Called Home – North Willow has 6 beds.

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