Avery Garden Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Riverside, CA

Avery Garden Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Residential Care · Riverside, CA

Overview of Avery Garden Assisted Living

Peacefully nestled in the thriving neighborhood of Woodview St, Riverside, CA, Avery Garden Assisted Living is an idyllic community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch care and support around the clock for their unique needs. The community also handles the housekeeping, laundry, and linen to ensure residents live a maintenance-free retirement.

There’s no dull moment within the community with its full calendar of fun games and family visitations, ensuring residents remain socially connected and active. Incontinence care, medication, diabetes, and respite management, are also available for residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents enjoy delightful and nutritious meals that cater to dietary needs and tastes. Live blissfully in your golden years while receiving genuine care from a family-friendly community.

Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1319 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1319th out of 1646 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #1323 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1323rd out of 1504 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #499 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 499th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
5 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceFebruary 27, 2024
CountyRiverside
License Number331880531

Ownership & Operating Entity

Avery Garden Assisted Living is legally operated by Avery Garden Assisted Living-Riverside, and administered by Linda Thomas.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesInterior fire sprinklers, security system, block walls.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Cable Tv
Internet Access
Specific ProgramsNutritious Home Cooked Meals, Daily Grooming and Beauty Services, Medication and Diabetes Management, Laundry, Linen and Housekeeping, Daily Activities and Games, Family Visitation, Birthday and Holiday Celebrations, 24 Hour Care and Supervision, Internet Access and Television, Respite Management, Doctor Visits

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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.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 citations 4 total visits 0 complaint visits 2 official inspections
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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Rank #1 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 points above 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 2024 vs. California state average
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 Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info 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

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

This Facility CA Average vs. 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. 4 16 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. 0 13 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 Rank #1 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 2 7 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. 2 4 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

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 3,167 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Suites

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Building Type: Single-story

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Beauty Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Address 4.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Riverside's city center to Avery Garden Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Avery Garden Assisted Living is located in Riverside, 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 Avery Garden Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Avery Garden Assisted Living in?

Avery Garden Assisted Living is in the Alessandro Heights neighborhood of Riverside.

Who is the owner of Avery Garden Assisted Living?

Avery Garden Assisted Living is legally operated by Avery Garden Assisted Living-Riverside, and administered by Linda Thomas.

What is the occupancy rate at Avery Garden Assisted Living?

Avery Garden Assisted Living's occupancy is 83%.

How long has Avery Garden Assisted Living been in business?

Avery Garden Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Avery Garden Assisted Living?

No, Avery Garden Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Avery Garden Assisted Living?

Linda Thomas is the administrator of Avery Garden Assisted Living.

How many beds does Avery Garden Assisted Living have?

Avery Garden Assisted Living has 6 beds.

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