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 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 288th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
3 years in operation Rank #1219 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1219th 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: 29 / 100 Rank #1730 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1730th 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
79%
Rank #701 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 701st 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
126 / 160
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Rank #881 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 881st 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: 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)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
• Official inspections (50% 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. 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 #599 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th 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. 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 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 #1055 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1055th 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. 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

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Address 2.2 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%.

How long has The Ivy at Wellington been in business?

The Ivy at Wellington has been operating for approximately 3 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Ivy at Wellington?

Yes, The Ivy at Wellington allows residents to bring their pets.

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.

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