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Peacefully nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of Orangevale, CA, Almond Heights is a distinguished community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans in a nurturing and welcoming environment for the utmost comfort and convenience. A kind and well-trained team also provides exceptional care tailored to residents’ needs and preferences 24/7.
With a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and well-balanced meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and emergency alert systems are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is equipped with a movie theater, a well-stocked library, serene outdoor courtyards, and beautifully landscaped gardens, creating the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Almond Heights is legally operated by Almond Heights Msl Llc;msl Community Mgmt Llc, and administrated by Danielle Peck.
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.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 18 | 10 | This facility has 80% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 11 | 3 | This facility has 267% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 267% worse |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 7 | 4 | This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 3 | 1.7 | This facility has 76% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 1.7).↑ 76% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 64 | 16 | This facility has 300% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (64 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 300% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 33 | 13 | This facility has 154% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (33 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 154% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 25 | 7 | This facility has 257% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (25 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 257% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 19 | 10 | This facility has 90% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (19 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 90% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated deficiencies in medication administration and resident supervision, including substantiated immediate health risks and civil penalties for AWOL incidents. The most recent inspection on March 23, 2026 found no deficiencies, with the facility clean, safe, and following infection control protocols, and all recent complaints were unsubstantiated. However, prior inspections cited several medication errors, failure to administer prescribed drugs, inadequate staffing leading to residents leaving unassisted, and incomplete personnel records, showing ongoing challenges in care and compliance.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 270 / 331 / 375 / 513 / 900 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
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0.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Orangevale's city center to Almond Heights's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Almond Heights is located in Orangevale, California.
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Almond Heights is in the Orangevale neighborhood of Orangevale.
The legal owner and operator of Almond Heights is Almond Heights Msl Llc;Msl Community Mgmt Llc.
Almond Heights has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Almond Heights's occupancy is 70%.
Danielle Peck is the administrator of Almond Heights.
Almond Heights has 145 beds.
Almond Heights has had 18 recently reported deficiencies.
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