Mountain Vista of Ojai

Overview of Mountain Vista of Ojai

Mount Vista of Ojai is a compassionate assisted living community in Ojai, CA, that offers a variety of services, including memory care, for older adults. Promoting a home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Household services, meal preparation and scheduling, as well as fully furnished rooms, are available, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living. The community also strives to ease residents’ burdens with its dedicated team and friendly setting.

Recreational activities, little celebrations, and wellness programs are conducted, providing residents with more opportunities to interact with their surroundings. Here, meals are prepared according to residents’ dietary needs to maintain their health. Older adults’ needs and leisure are also easily accessible with plenty of local amenities nearby. With its high-quality services and extensive amenities, this trusted assisted living community makes a great choice for a comfortable retirement.

Facility Direct Line (805) 646-6850

38-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

22 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 77 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

71%

Similar to the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

27 / 38

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceFebruary 3, 2004

CountyVentura

Mountain Vista of Ojai is legally operated by California Retirement Homes Inc, and administered by Nickie Perez.

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesMultiple safety systems including call lights, fire alarms, sprinklers, smoke and heat detectors, and emergency lighting.

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Home-Cooked Meals

Housekeeping Services

Medication Dispensing Services

Hair And Beauty Care Services

Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 7 citations 8 total visits 2 complaint visits 5 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

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

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.

Since 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	7	10	This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better
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.	4	3	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) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.9	3.3	This facility has 73% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.9 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 73% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	8	16	This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #325 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 325th 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	1	7	This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

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What does this home offer?

No pets allowed

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: 2-story

Beauty Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Personal Care Assistance

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Ojai's city center to Mountain Vista of Ojai's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

Who is the owner of Mountain Vista of Ojai?

Mountain Vista of Ojai is legally operated by California Retirement Homes Inc, and administered by Nickie Perez.

Is Mountain Vista of Ojai in a walkable area?

Mountain Vista of Ojai has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Mountain Vista of Ojai?

Mountain Vista of Ojai's occupancy is 71%.

How long has Mountain Vista of Ojai been in business?

Mountain Vista of Ojai has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Mountain Vista of Ojai?

No, Mountain Vista of Ojai has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Mountain Vista of Ojai?

Nickie Perez is the administrator of Mountain Vista of Ojai.

How many beds does Mountain Vista of Ojai have?

Mountain Vista of Ojai has 38 beds.

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