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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.
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.
22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #1301 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1301st out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
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 Rank #1074 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1074th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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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 Rank #1282 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1282nd out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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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.
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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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Mercy McMahon Terrace |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Sacramento (East Sacramento) | 189
Facility
189
CA AVG
103
Rank
#186 / 1657 | No |
84
Facility
84
CA AVG
57
Rank
#320 / 2092 | 82
Facility
82
CA AVG
81
Rank
#793 / 1401 | 5 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
13
Rank
#762 / 1397 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3
Rank
#753 / 1164 | 36
Facility
36
CA AVG
13
Rank
#64 / 1487 |
60.8%
Facility
60.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
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#1088 / 1368 | Mercy Mcmahom Terrace | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Almond Heights |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Orangevale | 145
Facility
145
CA AVG
103
Rank
#388 / 1657 | Yes |
68
Facility
68
CA AVG
57
Rank
#805 / 2092 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1301 / 1401 | 6 | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1282 / 1397 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1074 / 1164 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
13
Rank
#805 / 1487 |
69.7%
Facility
69.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#862 / 1368 | Almond Heights Msl LLC;Msl Community Mgmt LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Gramercy Court Assisted Living and Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Sacramento (Arden-Arcade) | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
103
Rank
#561 / 1657 | No |
62
Facility
62
CA AVG
57
Rank
#982 / 2092 | - | - | - | - | - |
82.8%
Facility
82.8%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#533 / 1368 | - | Private Rooms |
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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