Citrus Place

Overview of Citrus Place

Citrus Place is an outstanding community set in the quiet residential area of California Avenue, Riverside, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing top-tier care and assistance for their special needs, alongside specially designed studio and one-bedroom accommodations, to optimize comfort and safety. As a member of MBK Senior Living, the community features luxurious and high-quality services for residents to spend their later years without worries.

Elevate your retirement experience with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals, catering to your dietary needs and tastes. Amenities include a swimming pool, a movie theater, a salon, a game room, and community gardens, perfect for recreation and socialization.

Facility Direct Line (951) 687-2241

140-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

5 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 48 / 100

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

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

61%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

86 / 140

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceNovember 17, 2020

CountyRiverside

Citrus Place is legally operated by Riverside Msl LLC and Msl Community Mnagement LLC, and administered by Megan Blacher.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 10 citations 33 total visits 25 complaint visits 4 official inspections 13 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

10 points below 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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

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.	10	10	This facility has total citations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	3	3	This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #899 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 899th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 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.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations 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
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.3	3.3	This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections 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.	33	16	This facility has had 106% more total inspections than the California average (33 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 106% more
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	25	13	This facility has had 92% more complaint visits than the California average (25 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 92% more Rank #1202 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1202nd 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	4	7	This facility has had 43% fewer other visits than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 43% fewer
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	13	10	This facility has had 30% more complaint investigations than the California average (13 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 30% more

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 405 / 504 / 556 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed Room

Building Type: 2-story

Housekeeping Services

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Parking Available

Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

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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.


Citrus Place	AL IL MC	Riverside (Ramona)	140 Facility 140 CA AVG 104 Rank #418 / 1646	Yes	48	71 Facility 71 CA AVG 81 Rank #1100 / 1475	33	25 Facility 25 CA AVG 13 Rank #1202 / 1388	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 3 Rank #899 / 1434	5 Facility 5 CA AVG 13 Rank #1019 / 1504	61.4%	-	Riverside Msl LLC And Msl Community Mnagement LLC	Studio / 1 Bed Room
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The Galleria View Villa	AL RESC RC	Riverside (Arlanza)	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 104 Rank #1319 / 1646	No	46	95 Facility 95 CA AVG 81 Rank #123 / 1475	5	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #211 / 1388	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1434	31 Facility 31 CA AVG 13 Rank #118 / 1504	83.3%	A+	Andrei & Daniela Miclea	Private Rooms
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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)

What neighborhood is Citrus Place in?

Citrus Place is in the Ramona neighborhood of Riverside.

Who is the owner of Citrus Place?

Citrus Place is legally operated by Riverside Msl LLC and Msl Community Mnagement LLC, and administered by Megan Blacher.

Is Citrus Place in a walkable area?

Citrus Place has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Citrus Place?

Citrus Place's occupancy is 61%.

How long has Citrus Place been in business?

Citrus Place has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Citrus Place?

Yes, Citrus Place allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Citrus Place?

Megan Blacher is the administrator of Citrus Place.

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