High Desert Haven
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Residential Care · California, CA
High Desert Haven
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Residential Care · California, CA
High Desert Haven is a 154-bed assisted living community tailored to support older adults needing help with daily activities while maintaining independence. It operates non-stop with licensed nurses and CNAs on staff to provide 24-hour support. This ensures residents can access care whenever needed.
The facility highlights nutritious, well-prepared meals, with three daily meals plus snacks prepared fresh in two fully equipped kitchens and served in a spacious dining hall. This approach to food service mirrors an understanding that good nutrition and dining social aspects are crucial to life quality in assisted living. Activities span exercise classes, arts and crafts, and special events, giving residents opportunities to stay active, engaged, and connected with their peers. The facility also offers transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services, helping simplify daily living and free up residents to focus on relevant matters. The location has a Walk Score of 23, indicating that most errands need a car. This is typical of many assisted living communities in less densely populated areas, and the on-site transportation service helps fill that gap for residents and visiting families.
154-bed community Rank #325 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 325th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 23 / 100 Rank #1810 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1810th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
CountyKern
License Number157209068
RCFE Number157209068
State License TypesDept. of Social Services License # 157209068, Dept. of Social Services License # 157209516
High Desert Haven is administered by Brittany Kavanaugh.
Safety FeaturesMonitoring residents 24/7, Room call button, Safe outside area
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
Admission Criteriaambulatory or non-ambulatory, need assistance from canes or walkers, need transportation for medical services, are incontinent of bladder or bowel, need assistance with bathing, need assistance with dressing/grooming, have other cognitive impairments, may eventually require hospice care, are wanderers
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activitiesexercise classes, arts and crafts, special events
Wellness Program
Specific ProgramsFood Service
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 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.
Overall vs. CA average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (75% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (233% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (175% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (73% below)
• Total citations (75% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (233% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (175% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (73% below)
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 21 | 12 | This facility has 75% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 12).↑ 75% worse |
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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.
| 10 | 3 | This facility has 233% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 233% worse Rank #1287 / 1433 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1287th out of 1,433 homes we track in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1433 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. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 11 | 4 | This facility has 175% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 175% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.1 | 4 | This facility has 73% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1.1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 73% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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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.
| 20 | 16 | This facility has had 25% more total inspections than the California average (20 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 10 | 13 | This facility has had 23% fewer complaint visits than the California average (10 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 23% fewer Rank #845 / 1387 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 845th 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. |
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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 had 43% more other visits than the California average (10 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 43% more |
Compare Assisted Living around the area
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.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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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.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| The Watermark at Napa Valley | AL IL MC | Napa | 240
Facility
240
CA AVG
103
Rank
#99 / 1,645 | No |
51
Facility
51
CA AVG
58
Rank
#1,323 / 2,057 | 9 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#325 / 1,387 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1,433 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#156 / 1,507 |
77.5%
Facility
77.5%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#729 / 1,452 | A+ | 4055 Solano Ave Opco LLC And Atsc II LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Canterbury Woods | AL IL NH SNF | Pacific Grove | 190
Facility
190
CA AVG
103
Rank
#179 / 1,645 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
58
Rank
#383 / 2,057 | 13 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#325 / 1,387 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#478 / 1,433 | 42
Facility
42
CA AVG
13
Rank
#33 / 1,507 |
72.6%
Facility
72.6%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#868 / 1,452 | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| High Desert Haven | AL MC RESC | - | 154
Facility
154
CA AVG
103
Rank
#325 / 1,645 | No |
23
Facility
23
CA AVG
58
Rank
#1,810 / 2,057 | 20 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#845 / 1,387 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1,287 / 1,433 | - | - | - | - | - |
| La Vida Del Mar | AL IL MC | Solana Beach (Eden Gardens) | 130
Facility
130
CA AVG
103
Rank
#484 / 1,645 | Yes |
61
Facility
61
CA AVG
58
Rank
#1,011 / 2,057 | 13 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#525 / 1,387 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#478 / 1,433 | 39
Facility
39
CA AVG
13
Rank
#43 / 1,507 |
91.5%
Facility
91.5%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#308 / 1,452 | A+ | La Vida Del Mar Associates And Srg Servco Management | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunny Rose Glen | AL MC | Menifee (Sun City) | 116
Facility
116
CA AVG
103
Rank
#606 / 1,645 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
CA AVG
58
Rank
#1,048 / 2,057 | 4 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#210 / 1,387 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1,433 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#540 / 1,507 |
76.7%
Facility
76.7%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#758 / 1,452 | A+ | Menifee Assisted Living LLC Dba Sunny Rose Sr. Lvng | Semi-Private Rooms |
Frequently Asked Questions about High Desert Haven
Is High Desert Haven in a walkable area?
High Desert Haven has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at High Desert Haven?
No, High Desert Haven has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of High Desert Haven?
Brittany Kavanaugh is the administrator of High Desert Haven.
How many beds does High Desert Haven have?
High Desert Haven has 154 beds.
Has High Desert Haven had any citations?
High Desert Haven has had 21 reported citations since 2025 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).
Are there photos of High Desert Haven?
Yes — there are 8 photos of High Desert Haven in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of High Desert Haven?
High Desert Haven is located at CA.
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