The Covington
The Covington is a nursing home in Aliso Viejo, California, operated by Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors under Donald Cash Benton’s administration. The home has 343 beds and has been in operation for 22 years, making it an established presence in the region. It welcomes Medicare and private pay, providing families flexible coverage options for short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.
The community’s average stay duration is 23 days, which reflects its role in providing skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation. The neighborhood scores 36 on the Walk Score scale, meaning a few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips and visits require transportation. The dining program spotlights locally sourced ingredients and offers a wide menu of options, including snacks, shareable plates, mains, and desserts. This approach to food implies an attention to quality and variety in residents’ daily experience.
Families considering The Covington may want to tour it to see the accommodations, connect with the care team, and learn more about certain clinical programs and services for residents.
About this community
Occupancy
The Covington is legally operated by Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors, and administered by Donald Cash Benton.
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 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• Total citations (100% below)
• Total complaints (86% below)
• Complaints per year (86% below)
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 0 | 10 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 9 | 16 | This facility has had 44% fewer total inspections than the California average (9 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 44% fewer |
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Complaint visits
| 2 | 13 | This facility has had 85% fewer complaint visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 85% fewer Rank #326 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 326th 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. 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. |
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Other visits
| 2 | 7 | This facility has had 71% fewer other visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer |
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Official inspections
| 5 | 4 | This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
| 2 | 14 | This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 86% better |
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Complaints per year
| 0.4 | 2.8 | This facility has 86% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 86% better |
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0.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Aliso Viejo's city center to The Covington's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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21
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#443 / 1388 | 0
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0
CA AVG
3
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#1 / 1434 | 33
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33
CA AVG
13
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#88 / 1504 | 84.0% | - | Congregational Homes, Incorporated | Studio |
| The Covington | AL IL MC | Aliso Viejo | 343
Facility
343
CA AVG
104
Rank
#37 / 1646 | No |
36
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36
CA AVG
59
Rank
#1625 / 2058 | 95
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95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#123 / 1475 | 9 | 2
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2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#326 / 1388 | 0
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0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1434 | 22
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22
CA AVG
13
Rank
#344 / 1504 | 63.3% | - | Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors | - |
| Canterbury Woods | AL IL NH SNF | Pacific Grove | 190
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190
CA AVG
104
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#180 / 1646 | Yes |
81
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81
CA AVG
59
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#383 / 2058 | 91
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91
CA AVG
81
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#408 / 1475 | 13 | 2
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2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#326 / 1388 | 1
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1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#478 / 1434 | 42
Facility
42
CA AVG
13
Rank
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54
CA AVG
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Rank
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90
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90
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Rank
#171 / 2058 | 94
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94
CA AVG
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#212 / 1475 | 7 | 0
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0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1388 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1434 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#652 / 1504 | 90.7% | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Covington
Who is the owner of The Covington?
The Covington is legally operated by Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors, and administered by Donald Cash Benton.
Is The Covington in a walkable area?
The Covington has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the occupancy rate at The Covington?
The Covington's occupancy is 63%.
How long has The Covington been in business?
The Covington has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Covington?
No, The Covington has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of The Covington?
Donald Cash Benton is the administrator of The Covington.
How many beds does The Covington have?
The Covington has 343 beds.
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