Serene Legacy
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Riverside County, CA

Serene Legacy

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Riverside County, CA

Overview of Serene Legacy

Experience a better quality of life at Serene Legacy, a blissful retreat in Perris, CA that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-tier care tailored to their needs 24/7. Residents can keep their peace of mind with beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations that aim to keep them comfortable and safe.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are also conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. With delightful and healthy dining options, residents enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation assistance are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is great for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.

Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1330 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1330th out of 1657 homes in California. 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.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
1 year in operation Rank #1391 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1391st out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #2070 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2070th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
33%
Rank #1460 / 1530Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1460th out of 1530 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1530. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
2 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJanuary 8, 2025
CountyRiverside

Ownership & Operating Entity

Serene Legacy is legally operated by Serene Legacy Llc, and administrated by Monica Ortiz.

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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.

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

Rank #242 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 242nd out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 93 out of 100. Letter grade A. 12 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 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (70% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% below)
• Citations per year (70% below)
• Citations per inspection (70% below)
• Total visits (81% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
Latest Inspection January 29, 2026

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. 310 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) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 34 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 year Info Average citations per year since 2024. 1.55 This facility has 70% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.5 vs. CA avg 5).↓ 70% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 13.3 This facility has 70% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 70% 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. 316 This facility has 81% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 81% 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 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better

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

  • January 29, 2026 annual inspection cited three deficiencies but found the facility generally clean and well-maintained with proper emergency supplies and medication storage.
  • Deficiencies included unsecured cleaning supplies and kitchen knife, undocumented fire drill, and incomplete staff files missing CPR/First Aid and TB screening documentation.
  • No complaints were filed, but the January 29, 2026 inspection revealed safety and documentation lapses that remain uncorrected at the time of report.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Places of interest near Serene Legacy

Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Perris's city center to Serene Legacy's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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ADC

Adult Day Care Structured weekday daytime programming for seniors who live at home but need supervision, health monitoring, or social engagement. More affordable than full residential care and a key resource for working family caregivers.

NC

Nursing Care

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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55
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97.1%
Facility 97.1%
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Integrated Care Communities
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

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91
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5
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1
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24
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100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
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A+California Drug Consultants, Inc.Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Serene Legacy
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
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No
0
Facility 0
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93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
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1
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
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0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
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1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
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33.3%
Facility 33.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
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-Serene Legacy LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Allbrite Care Inc.
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
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No
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 57
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0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
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Frequently Asked Questions about Serene Legacy

What neighborhood is Serene Legacy in?

Serene Legacy is in the Shutters neighborhood of Perris.

What is the occupancy rate at Serene Legacy?

Serene Legacy's occupancy is 33%.

Who is the administrator of Serene Legacy?

Monica Ortiz is the administrator of Serene Legacy.

How many beds does Serene Legacy have?

Serene Legacy has 6 beds.

Has Serene Legacy had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Serene Legacy has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Serene Legacy?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Serene Legacy in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Serene Legacy?

Serene Legacy is located at 1508 Palermo Dr, Perris, CA 92571, United States.

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