Almond Blossom Assisted Living in Chico, CA

Overview of Almond Blossom Assisted Living

Situated in Chico, California, Almond Blossom Assisted Living is a trustworthy choice for senior care, offering a homelike environment that is intimate, cozy, and meticulously maintained. This facility exudes a premier and genuine family home atmosphere, with excellent staff providing remarkable support. Caregivers are highly trained, fostering a strong sense of community where residents can easily relax, assured of safety and comfort.

As an assisted living facility, Almond Blossom is well-prepared for emergencies with standby generators and an innovative approach to resident safety. The clean and stress-free environment features a classic design with soothing colors, creating a welcoming ambiance. Residents benefit from 24-hour emergency call systems, transportation services, and engaging exercise and wellness programs. With total medication services and personalized, resident-centered care, Almond Blossom Assisted Living stands out as one of the best choices for seniors seeking residential assisted living and a vibrant senior living community.

Facility Direct Line (530) 552-1572

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

2 years in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 30 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

100%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

6 / 6

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceNovember 7, 2023

CountyButte

RCFE Number045002224

Almond Blossom Assisted Living is legally operated by Hijk Inc., and administered by Katherine Cartwright.

Emergency SystemsYes

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 6:1

24-Hour Emergency Call Systems

Transportation

Exercise And Wellness Programs

Total Medication Services

Utilities

Cable Television

Unit Maintenance

Housekeeping And Laundry

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 0 citations 4 total visits 0 complaint visits 2 official inspections

Inspection Score

15 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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 2023 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection November 20, 2025

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
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 assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Standout metricNo citations on file since 2023 — the California average is 10.

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	4	16	This facility has 75% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 75% better
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 assisted living residence (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. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
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 assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better

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

November 20, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed all safety measures were functional and the facility was clean and odor-free.
September 17, 2024 annual inspection cited no health, safety, or documentation violations and verified adequate emergency plans and safety equipment.
August 19, 2024 visit required the licensee to update emergency disaster plans to reflect new evacuation shelter locations within one week.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

3.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Chico's city center to Almond Blossom Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.


Roseleaf Gardens	AL HC MC PC RC	Chico	56 Facility 56 CA AVG 103 Rank #1109 / 1657	Yes	14 Facility 14 CA AVG 57 Rank #1913 / 2092	59 Facility 59 CA AVG 81 Rank #1301 / 1401	5	30 Facility 30 CA AVG 13 Rank #1261 / 1397	25 Facility 25 CA AVG 3 Rank #1155 / 1164	13 Facility 13 CA AVG 13 Rank #531 / 1487	50.0% Facility 50.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1223 / 1368	Golden Roseleaf Gardens Opco LLC	-
The Courtyard at Little Chico Creek	AL HC RC	Chico	49 Facility 49 CA AVG 103 Rank #1138 / 1657	Yes	49 Facility 49 CA AVG 57 Rank #1370 / 2092	85 Facility 85 CA AVG 81 Rank #688 / 1401	6	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #719 / 1397	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1164	27 Facility 27 CA AVG 13 Rank #183 / 1487	85.7% Facility 85.7% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #367 / 1368	Courtyard At Little Chico Creek/Hignell & Hignell	Studio / 1 Bed
Westmont of Chico	AL IL MC	Chico	48 Facility 48 CA AVG 103 Rank #1167 / 1657	Yes	17 Facility 17 CA AVG 57 Rank #1886 / 2092	91 Facility 91 CA AVG 81 Rank #355 / 1401	6	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 13 Rank #654 / 1397	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1164	20 Facility 20 CA AVG 13 Rank #353 / 1487	52.1% Facility 52.1% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1204 / 1368	Terraces Operations LP, The And Westmont Living Inc	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Townsend House	AL HC MC	Chico	38 Facility 38 CA AVG 103 Rank #1228 / 1657	Yes	44 Facility 44 CA AVG 57 Rank #1488 / 2092	85 Facility 85 CA AVG 81 Rank #688 / 1401	5	8 Facility 8 CA AVG 13 Rank #762 / 1397	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 3 Rank #600 / 1164	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #805 / 1487	76.3% Facility 76.3% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #694 / 1368	Rcfe Management LLC	-
Almond Blossom Assisted Living	AL HC MC	Chico	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 103 Rank #1330 / 1657	Yes	30 Facility 30 CA AVG 57 Rank #1720 / 2092	96 Facility 96 CA AVG 81 Rank #1 / 1401	2	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #1300 / 1487	100.0% Facility 100.0% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1 / 1368	Hijk Inc	-

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

Who is the owner of Almond Blossom Assisted Living?

Almond Blossom Assisted Living is legally operated by Hijk Inc., and administered by Katherine Cartwright.

Is Almond Blossom Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Almond Blossom Assisted Living has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Almond Blossom Assisted Living?

Almond Blossom Assisted Living's occupancy is 100%.

Who is the administrator of Almond Blossom Assisted Living?

Katherine Cartwright is the administrator of Almond Blossom Assisted Living.

How many beds does Almond Blossom Assisted Living have?

Almond Blossom Assisted Living has 6 beds.

Has Almond Blossom Assisted Living had any recent citations?

Almond Blossom Assisted Living has no recently reported citations.

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