Del Monte Care
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Pacific Grove, CA

Del Monte Care

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Respite Care · Pacific Grove, CA

Overview of Del Monte Care

Del Monte Care is a 65-bed assisted living and memory care community offering assisted living, memory care, respite, transitional, and hospice care in Pacific Grove, California. Operated by Del Monte Care under administrator Kay Cabuco, the community has been licensed in Monterey County since October 2023 as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. The facility caters to residents 65 and older.

The community since licensing has recorded no citations and one complaint versus California averages of 10 and 14 each, earning an inspection score of 83 out of 100 against the state benchmark of 70. No fines recorded in the latest March 2026 inspection.

An executive chef prepares the meals. Snacks are offered throughout the day.

Del Monte Care fits older adults, including residents with transitional or hospice care needs, in Monterey County who need assisted living or memory care in a newer, smaller community in Pacific Grove.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
41
Bed community size
65-bed community Rank #1038 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1038th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1321 / 1505Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1321st out of 1,505 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: 94 / 100 Rank #87 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
63%
Rank #1136 / 1452Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1136th 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
41 / 65
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceOctober 31, 2023
CountyMonterey

Ownership & Operating Entity

Del Monte Care is legally operated by Del Monte Care, and administered by Kay Cabuco.

Owner NameDel Monte Care

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

2 services
Transitional
Hospice

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Minimum Age65

Amenities & Lifestyle

Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

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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 2023 · 3 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 1 complaint 8 total visits 3 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.

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

Rank #124 / 1474 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 124th out of 1,474 homes we track in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1474 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 14 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 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total complaints (93% below)
• Complaints per year (94% 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. 010 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 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. 816 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the California average (8 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 313 This facility has had 77% fewer complaint visits than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 77% fewer Rank #442 / 1387 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 442nd out of 1,387 homes we track in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1387 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has had 57% fewer other visits than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% 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

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 114 This facility has 93% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 93% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2023. 0.34.7 This facility has 94% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 4.7).↓ 94% better

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Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Pacific Grove's city center to Del Monte Care'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. 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.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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.
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IL
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81
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91
Facility 91
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13
2
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1
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42
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AL
IL
MC
RC
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160
Facility 160
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59
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CA AVG 81
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37
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
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5
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28
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Merrill Gardens at Monterey
AL
IL
MC
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150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
Yes 53
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 81
Rank #784 / 1,474
18
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
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2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
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9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
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AL
MC
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112
Facility 112
CA AVG 103
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73
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CA AVG 59
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84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
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21
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
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0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
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2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
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Del Monte Care
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Pacific Grove
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,038 / 1,645
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 59
Rank #87 / 2,057
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #124 / 1,474
8
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,321 / 1,505
63.1% -Del Monte Care-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Del Monte Care is located in PACIFIC GROVE, 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 Del Monte Care

Is Del Monte Care in a walkable area?

Del Monte Care has a walk score of 94. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Del Monte Care?

Del Monte Care's occupancy is 63%.

How long has Del Monte Care been in business?

Del Monte Care has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Del Monte Care?

No, Del Monte Care has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Del Monte Care?

Kay Cabuco is the administrator of Del Monte Care.

How many beds does Del Monte Care have?

Del Monte Care has 65 beds.

Has Del Monte Care had any citations?

Del Monte Care has no reported citations since 2023 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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