The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Santa Rosa, CA

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Santa Rosa, CA

Overview of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care

Ideally located near Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center in Santa Rosa, CA, The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is a distinct community specializing in memory care. Focusing on the needs of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community provides specialized care and support to enhance their cognition from a compassionate and specially trained team available 24/7. Medication management and monthly wellness checks with nurses are provided to keep residents healthy.

Fun activities and stimulating programs are conducted, empowering residents to spend their retirement without the restraints of dementia. The community also accommodates special diets, providing residents with healthy and delicious meals that satisfy their nutritional needs and preferences. Cherish every moment of your best years with the community’s trusted and genuine care.

Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #1046 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1046th out of 1646 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #774 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 774th out of 1504 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: 40 / 100 Rank #1553 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1553rd out of 2058 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
36%
Rank #1420 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1420th 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
23 / 64
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusClosed
IssuanceAugust 8, 2017
CountySonoma

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is legally operated by Onelife Senior Living LLC, Fm Santa Rosa Investors, and administered by Denise Downey.

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 64 citations 87 total visits 46 complaint visits 5 official inspections 38 complaint investigations
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 #1344 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1344th out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (540% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (1067% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (625% above)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (79% 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. 6410 This facility has 540% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (64 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 540% 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. 353 This facility has 1067% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (35 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 1067% worse Rank #1429 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1429th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 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. 294 This facility has 625% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 625% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.73.3 This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 8716 This facility has had 444% more total inspections than the California average (87 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 444% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 4613 This facility has had 254% more complaint visits than the California average (46 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 254% more Rank #1336 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1336th 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.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 367 This facility has had 414% more other visits than the California average (36 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 414% more
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 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
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 3810 This facility has had 280% more complaint investigations than the California average (38 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 280% more

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Semi-Private

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Building Type: Single-story

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Music and Arts Classes

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Parking Available

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Rosa's city center to The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is located in Santa Rosa, 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.
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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 The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care

Who is the owner of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is legally operated by Onelife Senior Living LLC, Fm Santa Rosa Investors, and administered by Denise Downey.

Is The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care in a walkable area?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care's occupancy is 36%.

How long has The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care been in business?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

No, The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

Denise Downey is the administrator of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care.

How many beds does The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care have?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care has 64 beds.

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