Overview of Sierra Ridge Memory Care

Sierra Ridge Memory Care is an innovative memory care community in Auburn, CA, that offers compassionate care for those with memory loss. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by its nurturing and stress-free environment. With chef-prepared meals, 24-hour care, and housekeeping services, residents can maintain their independence without hassles. The community also works closely with residents to create care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Mind-stimulating activities, light exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to make friends and learn new hobbies. Secure rooms and cozy communal spaces ensure residents can rest and move around without worries. Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital and DeWitt History Museum are located nearby, providing residents with easy access to their healthcare needs and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this memory care community strives to help older adults live to their potential.

Bed community size
65-bed community Rank #1039 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1039th 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
2 years in operation Rank #1323 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1323rd 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
63%
Rank #1135 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1135th 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
41 / 65
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceApril 25, 2024
CountyPlacer

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sierra Ridge Memory Care is legally operated by Vop Sierra Ridge LP & Milestone Retirement Communi, and administered by Brittany Hall.

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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 2023 · 3 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 36 total visits 25 complaint visits 2 official inspections 11 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.

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

Rank #894 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 894th 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: 78 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 3 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% 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. 510 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) 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 #724 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 724th 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. 34 This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% 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. 3616 This facility has had 125% more total inspections than the California average (36 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 125% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2513 This facility has had 92% more complaint visits than the California average (25 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 92% more Rank #1202 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1202nd 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. 97 This facility has had 29% more other visits than the California average (9 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 29% more
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has had 50% fewer official inspections than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1110 This facility has had 10% more complaint investigations than the California average (11 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 10% more

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Places of interest near Sierra Ridge Memory Care

Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Auburn's city center to Sierra Ridge Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

Sierra Ridge Memory Care is located in Auburn, 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.
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 Sierra Ridge Memory Care

Who is the owner of Sierra Ridge Memory Care?

Sierra Ridge Memory Care is legally operated by Vop Sierra Ridge LP & Milestone Retirement Communi, and administered by Brittany Hall.

Is Sierra Ridge Memory Care in a walkable area?

Sierra Ridge Memory Care has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Sierra Ridge Memory Care?

Sierra Ridge Memory Care's occupancy is 63%.

How long has Sierra Ridge Memory Care been in business?

Sierra Ridge Memory Care has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sierra Ridge Memory Care?

Yes, Sierra Ridge Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Sierra Ridge Memory Care?

Brittany Hall is the administrator of Sierra Ridge Memory Care.

How many beds does Sierra Ridge Memory Care have?

Sierra Ridge Memory Care has 65 beds.

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