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Located in Carmichael, California, Atria El Camino Gardens is an inviting senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents can get access to participate in the daily activities, and chef-prepared meals. The 24-hour staff takes care of cooking, housekeeping, maintenance, and local transportation, allowing seniors to focus on their passions and interests – whether it’s watching a movie in the theater, pampering themselves at the salon, or strolling through the gardens.
For those seeking adventure, the nearby Ancil Hoffman Park boasts a riverside golf course and nature center, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Residents can also indulge in treats at Estelle Bakery and Pâtisserie. At Atria El Camino Gardens, residents have everything they need for a fulfilling and vibrant lifestyle, both within the community and right outside its doors.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Atria El Camino Gardens is legally operated by Wg El Camino Gardens Sh Lp; Atria Management Co, and administrated by Dana Stansel.
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 assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
16 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #1237 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1237th 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: 65 out of 100. Letter grade D. 16 points below the California average for assisted living residences (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.
| 11 | 10 | This facility has 10% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse |
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Serious citations (Type A)
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. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 7 | 4 | This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 2.2 | 2 | This facility has 10% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (2.2 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 10% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.2 | 3.3 | This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% 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.
| 72 | 16 | This facility has 350% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (72 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 350% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 41 | 13 | This facility has 215% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (41 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 215% worse Rank #1321 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1321st 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.
| 26 | 7 | This facility has 271% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 271% worse |
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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 assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 32 | 10 | This facility has 220% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (32 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 220% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 227 - 267 / 227 - 347 / 450 - 714 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
10.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Carmichael's city center to Atria El Camino Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.08 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente Sacramento Medical Center)
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Atria El Camino Gardens is located in Carmichael, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Atria El Camino Gardens |
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.
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. | Carmichael | 325
Facility
325
CA AVG
103
Rank
#47 / 1657 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1556 / 2092 | 65
Facility
65
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1237 / 1401 | 5 | 41
Facility
41
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1321 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 30
Facility
30
CA AVG
13
Rank
#129 / 1487 |
70.2%
Facility
70.2%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#842 / 1368 | - | Wg El Camino Gardens Sh LP; Atria Management Co | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Oakmont of Carmichael |
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. | Carmichael (Mission) | 101
Facility
101
CA AVG
103
Rank
#695 / 1657 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1505 / 2092 | 82
Facility
82
CA AVG
81
Rank
#793 / 1401 | 6 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#922 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#988 / 1487 |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#763 / 1368 | A+ | Welltower Carmichael Tenant LLC;Oakmont Mgmt | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Atria Carmichael 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.
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.
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. | Carmichael | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
103
Rank
#813 / 1657 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1679 / 2092 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1401 | 5 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#336 / 1487 |
65.3%
Facility
65.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1004 / 1368 | - | Wg Carmichael Oaks LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunrise of Carmichael |
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. | Carmichael | 66
Facility
66
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1035 / 1657 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1749 / 2092 | 65
Facility
65
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1237 / 1401 | 5 | 18
Facility
18
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1088 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 16
Facility
16
CA AVG
13
Rank
#475 / 1487 |
59.1%
Facility
59.1%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1126 / 1368 | - | Ms Carmichael Sh LLC; Sunrise Senior Living Mgt | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Mountain Manor |
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.
NC Nursing 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).
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.
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). | Carmichael | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1252 / 1657 | No |
75
Facility
75
CA AVG
57
Rank
#563 / 2092 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1401 | 5 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#662 / 1487 |
48.5%
Facility
48.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1262 / 1368 | - | Grandcare, Inc. | Private Rooms |
The legal owner and operator of Atria El Camino Gardens is Wg El Camino Gardens Sh Lp; Atria Management Co.
Atria El Camino Gardens has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Atria El Camino Gardens's occupancy is 70%.
Dana Stansel is the administrator of Atria El Camino Gardens.
Atria El Camino Gardens has 325 beds.
Atria El Camino Gardens has had 11 recently reported deficiencies.
Yes — there are 50 photos of Atria El Camino Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.
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