Highgate Senior Living at Temecula
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Temecula, CA

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Temecula, CA

Overview of Highgate Senior Living at Temecula

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula is a splendid retirement residence in California, offering a spectrum of services, including assisted living and senior housing. With all the comforts of home, this community goes beyond by providing specialized memory care and even couples care. The apartments, nestled in a beautiful and spacious community, aim to instill purpose in the lives of the residents.

This premier community hosts a range of amenities, from happy hours and socials to pet-friendly apartments. Embracing a holistic approach, they feature a beauty parlor, aromatherapy, and a spa, fostering a cozy atmosphere with inviting fireplace settings and numerous library lounges. Highgate Senior Living at Temecula is dedicated to creating an environment where the best things in life, including entertainment and social engagement, naturally unfold.

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
8 years in operation Rank #747 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 747th 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: 74 / 100 Rank #597 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 597th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
Rank #298 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 298th 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
91 / 99
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJanuary 9, 2018
CountyRiverside

Ownership & Operating Entity

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula is legally operated by Buron Construction Inc. Gp Of Highgate Temecula LP, and administered by Ricardo Gomez.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactKathleen Williams (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Spa
Aromatherapy
And Beauty Parlor
Cozy Fireplace Setting
And Library Lounges
Afternoon Tea Served London-Style
Happy Hours And Socials
Outings
And Live Entertainment
Specific ProgramsCouples Care, Respite Stays

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,060 / month

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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.

1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #793 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 793rd 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: 82 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 1 point 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (19% above)
2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (at CA avg)
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (40% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Complaint visits (15% below)
• Other visits (43% below)
• Complaint investigations (10% 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. 610 This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better
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. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #599 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th 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. 44 This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 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 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. 1916 This facility has 19% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (19 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 19% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1113 This facility has 15% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 15% better Rank #884 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 884th 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. 47 This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 910 This facility has 10% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 10% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The January 26, 2026 annual inspection found the facility clean, well-maintained, and fully compliant with all licensing requirements, citing no deficiencies.
  • The October 16, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated failures to notify responsible parties before vaccinations and to provide prescribed medications, posing immediate health and safety risks.
  • The facility had repeated issues with staff training and timely response to call buttons, substantiated in January 2024, but other complaints about abuse and care were unsubstantiated.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Places of interest near Highgate Senior Living at Temecula

Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Temecula's city center to Highgate Senior Living at Temecula's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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91.9% A+Buron Construction Inc. Gp Of Highgate Temecula LP-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula is located in Temecula, 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 Highgate Senior Living at Temecula

What neighborhood is Highgate Senior Living at Temecula in?

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula is in the Temecula Gardens neighborhood of Temecula.

Who is the owner of Highgate Senior Living at Temecula?

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula is legally operated by Buron Construction Inc. Gp Of Highgate Temecula LP, and administered by Ricardo Gomez.

Is Highgate Senior Living at Temecula in a walkable area?

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Highgate Senior Living at Temecula?

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula's occupancy is 92%.

How long has Highgate Senior Living at Temecula been in business?

Highgate Senior Living at Temecula has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Highgate Senior Living at Temecula?

Yes, Highgate Senior Living at Temecula allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Highgate Senior Living at Temecula?

Ricardo Gomez is the administrator of Highgate Senior Living at Temecula.

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