Western Assemblies Home
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Residential Care · Claremont, CA

Western Assemblies Home

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living & Residential Care · Claremont, CA

Overview of Western Assemblies Home

Western Assemblies Home is a 36-bed faith-based residential care home that has been operating for 32 years under Western Assemblies Home, Inc. The community specifically serves older adults who have been part of a Plymouth Brethren assembly, creating a small, communal environment where spiritual practices and daily care are integrated. Financially and operationally structured for residential support, the facility provides around-the-clock staffing, three daily meals, housekeeping, and local transportation. The property sits in a residential neighborhood about five miles from the downtown core, where the surrounding layout is mostly car-dependent for everyday travel and errands.

Routine personal assistance is paired with on-site church services from a local assembly to shape the everyday calendar. When checking the California Department of Social Services files, state regulatory records reveal an exceptionally quiet and stable history across the past four years. Inspectors have logged minimal activity during this timeframe, meaning the property holds a clean record with zero severe violations or state enforcement interventions.

Families seeking an established Plymouth Brethren care environment in the region can use these state reports to verify the home’s long-term history. The public records point to a small, low-stress building that offers consistent religious programming and a solid safety record, lacking the institutional atmosphere of a giant healthcare facility.

Bed community size
36-bed community Rank #1227 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1227th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
32 years in operation Rank #108 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #2065 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2065th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
36%
Rank #1419 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1419th 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
13 / 36
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceOctober 31, 1993
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Western Assemblies Home is legally operated by Western Assemblies Home, Inc., and administered by Lynn Hughes.

Owner NameWestern Assemblies Home, Inc

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Religious Serviceslocal church services are provided

Contact Western Assemblies Home

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.

7 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #513 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 513th 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: 88 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 7 points above 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Total visits (69% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Total complaints (93% below)
• Complaints per year (91% 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. 110 This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% 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. 516 This facility has 69% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 69% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 113 This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th 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. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 114 This facility has 93% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 93% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2022. 0.33.5 This facility has 91% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.5).↓ 91% better

Places of interest near Western Assemblies Home

Address 5.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Claremont's city center to Western Assemblies Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

Calculate Travel Distance to Western Assemblies Home

Add your location

Address

Compare Assisted Living around Claremont

Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

Claremont Place
AL
MC
Claremont
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 104
Rank #827 / 1644
No
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #739 / 2087
-1
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1397 / 1497
86.0% Ms. La Claremont Operating LLC And Meridian Senior LivinStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Claremont
AL
MC
Claremont
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 104
Rank #908 / 1644
Yes
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 57
Rank #1908 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
1
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1397 / 1497
72.8% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Mangement Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Western Assemblies Home
AL
HOS
IL
RESC
Claremont
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 104
Rank #1227 / 1644
No
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 57
Rank #2065 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
4
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
-
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1497
36.1% Western Assemblies Home, Inc-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Western Assemblies Home is located in CLAREMONT, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

Get Financial aid guidance

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.
CA

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 Western Assemblies Home

What is the occupancy rate at Western Assemblies Home?

Western Assemblies Home's occupancy is 36%.

How long has Western Assemblies Home been in business?

Western Assemblies Home has been operating for approximately 32 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Western Assemblies Home?

No, Western Assemblies Home has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Western Assemblies Home?

Lynn Hughes is the administrator of Western Assemblies Home.

How many beds does Western Assemblies Home have?

Western Assemblies Home has 36 beds.

Has Western Assemblies Home had any citations?

Western Assemblies Home has had 1 reported citation since 2022 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Are there photos of Western Assemblies Home?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Western Assemblies Home in the photo gallery on this page.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance