The Ivy at Wellington
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Aliso Viejo, CA

The Ivy at Wellington

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Aliso Viejo, CA

Overview of The Ivy at Wellington

Nestled on an expansive 8-acre estate, The Ivy at Wellington offers a serene and flexible senior living experience with an array of services catering to each stage of retirement. Whether it’s through a diverse range of activities and tranquil outdoor spaces or comprehensive assisted living services for those in need, The Ivy team is steadfast in its mission to support residents in living their best lives.
At Ivy Living, the primary aim is to tailor services to the unique needs and interests of every resident, providing personalized care options for those who require it. The dedicated team collaborates closely with each resident to empower them to achieve maximum independence and fulfillment in areas that matter most to them. This often entails fostering meaningful connections among residents, assisting with life organization or simplification, and more.

Bed community size
160-bed community Rank #288 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 288th 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.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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
3 years in operation Rank #1210 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1210th 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.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: 29 / 100 Rank #1735 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1735th 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.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
79%
Rank #718 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 718th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
126 / 160
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 7, 2023
CountyOrange
License Number306006222

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Ivy at Wellington is legally operated by Well Oak Tenant Llc and Oakmont Management Group Llc, and administered by David Alvarado.

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa

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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.

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

Rank #881 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 881st 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 79 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 2 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 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (50% above)
• Complaint visits (31% above)
• Complaint investigations (30% above)
7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per year (61% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
Latest Inspection March 24, 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. 410 This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
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. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #600 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 600th 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. 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. 24 This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2023. 1.33.3 This facility has 61% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 61% better
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. 2416 This facility has 50% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 50% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1713 This facility has 31% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 31% worse Rank #1061 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1061st 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. 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. 57 This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1310 This facility has 30% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 30% worse

Places of interest near The Ivy at Wellington

Address 8.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Aliso Viejo's city center to The Ivy at Wellington's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Ivy at Wellington

Who is the owner of The Ivy at Wellington?

The Ivy at Wellington is legally operated by Well Oak Tenant Llc and Oakmont Management Group Llc, and administered by David Alvarado.

Is The Ivy at Wellington in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Wellington has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at The Ivy at Wellington?

The Ivy at Wellington's occupancy is 79%.

Who is the administrator of The Ivy at Wellington?

David Alvarado is the administrator of The Ivy at Wellington.

How many beds does The Ivy at Wellington have?

The Ivy at Wellington has 160 beds.

Has The Ivy at Wellington had any recent citations?

The Ivy at Wellington has had 6 recently reported citations.

Are there photos of The Ivy at Wellington?

Yes — there are 6 photos of The Ivy at Wellington in the photo gallery on this page.

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