Ponté Palmero

Overview of Ponté Palmero

Ponté Palmero is a unique resort-style senior living community nestled in the picturesque foothills of El Dorado County, Northern California. The community offers a continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, emphasizing warmth and hospitality. From the friendly front desk personnel to dedicated caregivers, Ponté Palmero strives to create a welcoming environment for residents. The 23-acre campus features beautifully landscaped grounds, cottage homes, apartments, and accessible recreation areas. The community’s vision is to deliver a retirement lifestyle that prioritizes individual needs and provides all residents with a supportive and inviting home.

Ponté Palmero boasts a wealth of amenities and assisted living facilities designed to enhance the quality of life for residents. The well-appointed details in apartments and community areas, coupled with a comprehensive slate of activities, outings, and events, cater to residents in every way possible. The community anticipates residents’ needs, offering freedom and support to spend time as they wish. Whether enjoying the pool, engaging in exercise classes, participating in hobbies, or admiring the scenic grounds, residents are encouraged to live life to the fullest. Ponté Palmero’s commitment to high-quality care in a home-like setting is evident, creating an environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their retirement.

Facility Direct Line (530) 683-1473

250-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

17 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 38 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

73%

Similar to the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

183 / 250

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceFebruary 3, 2009

CountyEl Dorado

Ponté Palmero is legally operated by Cameron Park Senior Living, LLC, and administered by Landon Pilegaard.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 3 citations 30 total visits 21 complaint visits 5 official inspections 15 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

4 points 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

Latest Inspection April 27, 2026

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.	3	10	This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% 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.	2	3	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 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	0.6	2	This facility has 70% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 70% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% 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.	30	16	This facility has 88% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (30 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 88% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	21	13	This facility has 62% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 62% worse Rank #1142 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1142nd out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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.	4	7	This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% 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.	15	10	This facility has 50% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 50% worse

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

The December 16, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies, no health or safety violations, and all required paperwork and training were in order.
The April 8, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated failures in fall risk reassessment and timely medical attention after multiple serious resident injuries, resulting in a $500 civil penalty.
The June 10, 2025 non-compliance conference noted a history of 2 A citations, 1 B citation, and a substantiated complaint involving serious injuries and one death, with one open complaint and appeal.

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1.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Cameron Park's city center to Ponté Palmero's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 9.73 miles to nearest hospital (Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital of Folsom)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.


Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens	AL IL MC NH SNF	Pomona	520	No	-	45	Studio
Ponté Palmero	AL IL MC	Cameron Park	250	No	-	38	-
Canterbury Woods	AL IL NH SNF	Pacific Grove	190	No	A+	81	1 Bed / 2 Bed
Webster House	AL IL NH SNF	Palo Alto (Crescent Park)	54	No	-	90	1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Who is the owner of Ponté Palmero?

Ponté Palmero is legally operated by Cameron Park Senior Living, LLC, and administered by Landon Pilegaard.

Is Ponté Palmero in a walkable area?

Ponté Palmero has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Ponté Palmero?

Ponté Palmero's occupancy is 73%.

Who is the administrator of Ponté Palmero?

Landon Pilegaard is the administrator of Ponté Palmero.

How many beds does Ponté Palmero have?

Ponté Palmero has 250 beds.

Has Ponté Palmero had any citations?

Ponté Palmero has had 3 reported citations since 2021 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Are there photos of Ponté Palmero?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Ponté Palmero in the photo gallery on this page.

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Inspection History

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.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

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

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

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