Timber Ridge at McKinleyville

Overview of Timber Ridge at McKinleyville

Offering assisted living services, Timber Ridge at McKinleyville is a 108-bed community in McKinleyville, California, operated by Western Living Concepts and administered by David Uballez. Located on Nursery Way, the community has served older adults for 21 years and features studio and one-bedroom accommodations in a two-story setting. It currently houses 66 residents, reflecting a 61% occupancy rate.

Its surrounding area is moderately walkable with a walkability score of 64, indicating that some errands and nearby amenities can be reached on foot.

State oversight has also monitored the community’s operations for several years. Earlier concerns involving medication management and resident privacy were addressed through corrective actions. More recently, inspections found no deficiencies, and follow-up complaint investigations did not substantiate allegations of abuse, neglect, or resident rights violations, indicating compliance with state standards.

Facility Direct Line (707) 839-9100

108-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

22 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 64 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

61%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

66 / 108

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceJuly 15, 2004

CountyHumboldt

Timber Ridge at McKinleyville is legally operated by Western Living Concepts, and administered by David Uballez.

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. 5 citations 21 total visits 13 complaint visits 5 official inspections 13 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

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

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

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	5	10	This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	4	3	This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #1011 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1011th 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) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	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 State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections 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.	21	16	This facility has had 31% more total inspections than the California average (21 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 31% more
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	13	13	This facility has complaint visits in line with the California average (13 vs. CA avg 13).— At avg Rank #951 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 951st 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	3	7	This facility has had 57% fewer other visits than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	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
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	13	10	This facility has had 30% more complaint investigations than the California average (13 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 30% more

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Two-story

0.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Mckinleyville's city center to Timber Ridge at McKinleyville's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


Timber Ridge at McKinleyville	AL MC	Mckinleyville	108 Facility 108 CA AVG 104 Rank #666 / 1646	Yes	64	75 Facility 75 CA AVG 81 Rank #964 / 1475	21	13 Facility 13 CA AVG 13 Rank #951 / 1388	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 3 Rank #1011 / 1434	22 Facility 22 CA AVG 13 Rank #344 / 1504	61.1%	Western Living Concepts	Studio / 1 Bed
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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

Who is the owner of Timber Ridge at McKinleyville?

Timber Ridge at McKinleyville is legally operated by Western Living Concepts, and administered by David Uballez.

Is Timber Ridge at McKinleyville in a walkable area?

Timber Ridge at McKinleyville has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Timber Ridge at McKinleyville?

Timber Ridge at McKinleyville's occupancy is 61%.

How long has Timber Ridge at McKinleyville been in business?

Timber Ridge at McKinleyville has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Timber Ridge at McKinleyville?

Yes, Timber Ridge at McKinleyville allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Timber Ridge at McKinleyville?

David Uballez is the administrator of Timber Ridge at McKinleyville.

How many beds does Timber Ridge at McKinleyville have?

Timber Ridge at McKinleyville has 108 beds.

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