Hallmark Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Bakersfield, CA

Hallmark Assisted Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Bakersfield, CA

Overview of Hallmark Assisted Living

Hallmark Assisted Living envisions a nurturing community in Bakersfield, California, where residents maintain their independence and dignity while receiving personalized care. Their mission focuses on creating a safe, engaging environment where residents can thrive individually. The dedicated team ensures comfort and engagement for residents, emphasizing their unique needs and passions and fostering a fulfilling lifestyle tailored to each individual.

At Hallmark, residents enjoy many luxury amenities, services, and assisted living facilities that promote a healthy lifestyle and ensure a secure future. From full-service dining to weekly housekeeping and linen services, residents experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. The community offers daily fitness activities, planned events, and weekly excursions, providing ample opportunities for socialization and enjoyment. With 24-hour emergency response systems and security monitoring, residents and their families can rest assured of their safety and well-being.

Bed community size
99-bed community Rank #724 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 724th out of 1644 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
3 years in operation Rank #1219 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1219th out of 1497 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #767 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 767th out of 2087 homes 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.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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
63%
Rank #1144 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1144th 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
62 / 99
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceMarch 22, 2023
CountyKern
License Number155801264
RCFE Number155801264
State License TypesLicense #155801264

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hallmark Assisted Living is legally operated by Hallmark Senior Living LLC, and administered by Ashley L. Candelas.

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour emergency response system, 24-hour security and monitoring system

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Salon
Barber
Spa
Dining Room
Restaurant
Garden
Patio
Transportation
Concierge
24-Hour Security
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Wellness Program

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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.

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.

11 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1098 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1098th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 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: 70 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 11 points below 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 5 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (20% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% above)
• Total visits (38% above)
• Complaint visits (8% above)
4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
• Complaint investigations (30% 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. 1210 This facility has 20% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #829 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 829th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 84 This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.53.3 This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2216 This facility has 38% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (22 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 38% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1413 This facility has 8% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 8% worse Rank #991 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 991st out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 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. 57 This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 710 This facility has 30% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Two-storey

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Hallmark Assisted Living

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bakersfield's city center to Hallmark Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Hallmark Assisted Living is located in Bakersfield, 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 Hallmark Assisted Living

Who is the owner of Hallmark Assisted Living?

Hallmark Assisted Living is legally operated by Hallmark Senior Living LLC, and administered by Ashley L. Candelas.

Is Hallmark Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Hallmark Assisted Living has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Hallmark Assisted Living?

Hallmark Assisted Living's occupancy is 63%.

How long has Hallmark Assisted Living been in business?

Hallmark Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 3 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Hallmark Assisted Living?

Yes, Hallmark Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Hallmark Assisted Living?

Ashley L. Candelas is the administrator of Hallmark Assisted Living.

How many beds does Hallmark Assisted Living have?

Hallmark Assisted Living has 99 beds.

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