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Meadowlark Gardens III
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Huntington Beach, CA
Exterior view of a residential style building with garden Cozy common area with a dining setup Cozy resident room with a bed and armchair Outdoor seating area with flowers and gazebo Cozy interior room with decorative furnishings

Meadowlark Gardens III

Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Huntington Beach, CA
6102 Cornell Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Meadowlark Gardens III

Prioritizing residents’ welfare, Meadowlark Gardens III is a distinguished community set in the harmonious neighborhood of Cornell Drive, Huntington Beach, CA, offering assisted living, hospice care, and respite care. With a compassionate and highly trained team attending to personal needs and preferences, residents do not have to worry about their daily living. Housekeeping and laundry services are also cared for to ensure a maintenance-free lifestyle.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging events are conducted to keep residents active and well-connected. Here, residents have the finest dining experience with delightful and healthy home-cooked meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and assistance with daily living activities are included in what you pay for, ensuring you receive the care you deserve.

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Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1317 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1317th 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
21 years in operation Rank #337 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 337th 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #1086 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1086th 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
100%
Rank #1 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st 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
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJune 27, 2005
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Meadowlark Gardens III is legally operated by Meadowlark Gardens, Inc., and administered by Christine Wilkes.

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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 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 4 total visits 0 complaint visits 4 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.

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

Rank #1 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (75% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (100% 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
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2021 — the California average is 10.

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. 416 This facility has 75% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 75% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% 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
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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 65 Years Old

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 5.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Huntington Beach's city center to Meadowlark Gardens III's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Meadowlark Gardens III is located in Huntington Beach, 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

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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.
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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 Meadowlark Gardens III

Who is the owner of Meadowlark Gardens III?

Meadowlark Gardens III is legally operated by Meadowlark Gardens, Inc., and administered by Christine Wilkes.

Is Meadowlark Gardens III in a walkable area?

Meadowlark Gardens III has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Meadowlark Gardens III?

Meadowlark Gardens III's occupancy is 100%.

How long has Meadowlark Gardens III been in business?

Meadowlark Gardens III has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Meadowlark Gardens III?

No, Meadowlark Gardens III has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Meadowlark Gardens III?

Christine Wilkes is the administrator of Meadowlark Gardens III.

How many beds does Meadowlark Gardens III have?

Meadowlark Gardens III has 6 beds.

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