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Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate, is a 400-bed continuing care retirement community in Healdsburg, California. It’s operated by Kendal at Sonoma, under administrator Annet Nakiyuka, and licensed in Sonoma County as an RCFE-CCRC since November 2023. The community serves adults 60 and older across independent living, assisted living, and memory support. Enso Village is built around a Zen-inspired care philosophy running in its programming and physical design.
As a California RCFE, inspections are conducted by the Department of Social Services instead of CMS. Since licensing, Enso Village has recorded 4 total citations against a California average of 10, and 3 complaints against a statewide norm of 14. No fines appear on record in the most recent February 2026 inspection, putting the overall score at 80 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.
A dedicated meditation hall, contemplative care groups, alfresco dining, and a tea room are among the amenities. Spirituality and Lifelong Learning are program tracks, and mindfulness classes and yoga are present as part of the facility’s wellness programming.
Situated within a Zen-inspired, contemplative lifestyle community in Healdsburg, Enso Village is ideal for older adults in Sonoma County who require a full care continuum.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate is legally operated by Kendal At Sonoma, A Zen Inspired Community, and administrated by Annet Nakiyuka.
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.
5 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #630 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 630th 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: 86 out of 100. Letter grade B. 5 points above 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.
| 4 | 10 | This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2023.
| 1.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 61% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 61% better |
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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
| 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.
| 15 | 16 | This facility has 6% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 6% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 13 | This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #441 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 441st 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.
| 10 | 7 | This facility has 43% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 43% worse |
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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 |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 14 | This facility has 79% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 79% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2023.
| 1 | 4.7 | This facility has 79% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4.7).↓ 79% better |
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Healdsburg's city center to Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate is located in HEALDSBURG, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Reata Glen |
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.
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). | Mission Viejo | 840
Facility
840
CA AVG
103
Rank
#2 / 1657 | No |
2
Facility
2
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2044 / 2092 | 96
Facility
96
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1 / 1401 | 4 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
13
Rank
#569 / 1487 |
80.6%
Facility
80.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#584 / 1368 | B- | Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc | - |
| Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate |
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. | Healdsburg | 400
Facility
400
CA AVG
103
Rank
#28 / 1657 | No |
89
Facility
89
CA AVG
57
Rank
#195 / 2092 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1401 | 2 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1397 | - | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1300 / 1487 |
76.8%
Facility
76.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#674 / 1368 | - | A Zen Inspired Community Kendal At Sonoma | - |
| GlenBrook Health Center |
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.
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). | Carlsbad | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
103
Rank
#813 / 1657 | No |
57
Facility
57
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1157 / 2092 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1401 | 4 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 22
Facility
22
CA AVG
13
Rank
#313 / 1487 |
64.2%
Facility
64.2%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1020 / 1368 | - | Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC | - |
| Ivy Park at La Palma |
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. | La Palma | 80
Facility
80
CA AVG
103
Rank
#916 / 1657 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1013 / 2092 | 93
Facility
93
CA AVG
81
Rank
#242 / 1401 | 1 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1391 / 1487 |
87.5%
Facility
87.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#331 / 1368 | - | Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | - |
| OakView Health Center |
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.
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). | Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village) | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1063 / 1657 | No |
20
Facility
20
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1846 / 2092 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1401 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 18
Facility
18
CA AVG
13
Rank
#428 / 1487 |
79.4%
Facility
79.4%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#608 / 1368 | A+ | Oakview Hc LLC | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
The legal owner and operator of Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate is Kendal At Sonoma, A Zen Inspired Community.
Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate's occupancy is 77%.
Annet Nakiyuka is the administrator of Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate.
Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate has 400 beds.
Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.
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