Santa Anita Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Arcadia, CA

Santa Anita Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Arcadia, CA
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Santa Anita Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Santa Anita Assisted Living

Santa Anita Assisted Living has been a distinguished provider of assisted living and short-term stays for over four decades, faithfully serving seniors in the greater Arcadia and Temple City areas since 1981. This community is dedicated to fostering a warm and nurturing environment that prioritizes seniors’ quality of life, ensuring peace of mind and safety as their top priorities. Santa Anita Assisted Living is the answer for those searching for a place without boredom. Heartwarming programs foster friendships, skill development, and an active lifestyle. With expert nursing care, ancillary medical services, and compassionate staff available around the clock, residents are cared for like cherished family members.

In this social and active community, residents engage in a busy calendar of activities and daily excursions that expose them to art, architecture, music, and more. With 24-hour security, a one-story facility, and three meals daily, Santa Anita Assisted Living prioritizes convenience and well-being. Whether requiring assistance with daily tasks or seeking companionship, their services are tailored to meet unique needs and preferences. Their commitment to excellence is unwavering, evident in the compassionate and personalized care extended to each resident. As a privately owned company, Santa Anita Assisted Living places the happiness and comfort of loved ones at the forefront, ensuring they receive the same level of care as if they were part of the Santa Anita family.

Bed community size
150-bed community Rank #342 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 342nd 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
4 years in operation Rank #1111 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1111th 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: 45 / 100 Rank #1470 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1470th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
99%
Rank #151 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st 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
149 / 150
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJune 2, 2022
CountyLos Angeles
RCFE Number198603535

Ownership & Operating Entity

Santa Anita Assisted Living is legally operated by Santa Anita Assisted Living, and administered by Jacqueline Cortez.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency call system available.
Safety Features24-hour care staff, secure environment.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Short-Term Stays

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

3 Nutritious Meals Served Daily
Complimentary Tv Service
Complimentary High Speed Wi-Fi
Gardening Area
Salon
Housekeeping
Enrichment Programs
Scheduled Transportation
Front Desk Services
Religious Services
Walking Paths
Library
Private Dining Room
Laundry Service
Pet Friendly
Engagement Programs
Nurse On Staff
Snacks And Hydration Offered 24/7
Private Courtyard
Linen Service
ActivitiesMonthly activities include fitness classes, arts and crafts, social gatherings, and excursions
Specific ProgramsCulinary
Religious Services

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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.

22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1301 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1301st 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: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 points below 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 7 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (190% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (267% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (350% above)
• Total visits (700% above)
• Complaint visits (715% above)
• Other visits (171% above)
• Complaint investigations (530% above)
2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Official inspections (25% 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. 2910 This facility has 190% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 190% worse
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. 113 This facility has 267% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 267% worse Rank #1070 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1070th 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. 184 This facility has 350% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 350% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.23.3 This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% 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. 12816 This facility has 700% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (128 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 700% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 10613 This facility has 715% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (106 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 715% worse Rank #1384 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1384th 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. 197 This facility has 171% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (19 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 171% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 6310 This facility has 530% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (63 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 530% worse

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

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1 / 4
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Places of interest near Santa Anita Assisted Living

Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Arcadia's city center to Santa Anita Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.12 miles to nearest hospital (USC Arcadia Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Arcadia

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.

Santa Anita Assisted Living
AL
RC
Arcadia
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 104
Rank #342 / 1644
Yes
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1400
3
106
Facility 106
CA AVG 13
Rank #1384 / 1386
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1070 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
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MC
RC
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97
Facility 97
CA AVG 57
Rank #29 / 2087
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AL
HOS
MC
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Monrovia-No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
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AL
HOS
MC
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88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
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AL
HOS
MC
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87
Facility 87
CA AVG 57
Rank #249 / 2087
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Santa Anita Assisted Living is located in Arcadia, 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

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 Santa Anita Assisted Living

Is Santa Anita Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Santa Anita Assisted Living has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Santa Anita Assisted Living?

Santa Anita Assisted Living's occupancy is 99%.

How long has Santa Anita Assisted Living been in business?

Santa Anita Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 4 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Santa Anita Assisted Living?

Yes, Santa Anita Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Santa Anita Assisted Living?

Jacqueline Cortez is the administrator of Santa Anita Assisted Living.

How many beds does Santa Anita Assisted Living have?

Santa Anita Assisted Living has 150 beds.

Has Santa Anita Assisted Living had any citations?

Santa Anita Assisted Living has had 29 reported citations according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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