Atria Golden Creek
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Irvine, CA

Atria Golden Creek

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Irvine, CA

Overview of Atria Golden Creek

Experience a convenient senior living experience in the welcoming senior living community of Atria Golden Creek, nestled along the serene banks of San Diego Creek in Irvine, CA. The community offers vibrant senior living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Atria’s collaboration with EmpowerMe provides residents with access to physical, occupational, and speech therapies, ensuring that they have the ability to do the things they love.

Atria Golden Creek’s mission is to provide residents with a fulfilling lifestyle through all-inclusive amenities and engaging daily activities. From a restaurant offering table service to a cozy lounge, movie theater, fitness center, and more, residents enjoy a variety of options to inspire a meaningful life. The community boasts relaxing outdoor spaces, including an expansive deck overlooking the creek, a dining courtyard, and walking paths. LEED Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council, Atria Golden Creek combines luxury with eco-friendly design and practices, ensuring a comfortable and sustainable environment for its residents.

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Bed community size
155-bed community Rank #320 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 320th out of 1658 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
28 years in operation Rank #158 / 1486Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 158th out of 1486 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 70 / 100 Rank #741 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 741st out of 2093 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
74%
Rank #817 / 1409Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 817th out of 1409 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1409. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
114 / 155
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 16, 1998
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Atria Golden Creek is legally operated by Wg Golden Creek Sh Lp; Atria Management Co Llc, and administrated by Jeremy Gilmore.

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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.

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.

5 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)

Inspection score: 81 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 5 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)

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 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (13% above)
1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% below)
• Citations per year (80% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Complaint visits (15% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Complaint investigations (50% below)
Latest Inspection April 21, 2026

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. 210 This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations 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
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 04 This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 0.52.5 This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 2.5).↓ 80% 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 visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1816 This facility has 13% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 13% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1113 This facility has 15% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 15% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% 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
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 510 This facility has 50% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 6, 2026, found no deficiencies and all medication and safety allegations were unsubstantiated after staff and resident interviews.
  • An August 30, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated neglect for failure to observe and treat multiple pressure injuries, posing immediate risk to resident health and safety.
  • A February 16, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated a delay of over three hours in seeking medical attention after a resident fall, resulting in a $500 civil penalty.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 345 - 480 / 664 - 960 / 719 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Type of Rooms Available

Studio
Studio
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295 - 480 sq. ft
1 Bed
1 Bed
1
506 - 960 sq. ft

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Atria Golden Creek

Golden P2
Golden P3
Golden P1

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Irvine's city center to Atria Golden Creek's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.87 miles to nearest hospital (Orange County Heart Institute and Research Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Atria Golden Creek is located in Irvine, 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.
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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)

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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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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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.

Irvine (Woodbridge)
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #320 / 1658
Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #741 / 2093
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11
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CA AVG 13
Rank #889 / 1397
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CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #158 / 1486
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #719 / 1249
Wg Golden Creek Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Irvine
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.

Irvine (University Town Center)
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #320 / 1658
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 57
Rank #357 / 2093
4
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #1289 / 1397
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1015 / 1164
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #353 / 1486
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CA AVG 75.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Atria Golden Creek

What neighborhood is Atria Golden Creek in?

Atria Golden Creek is in the Woodbridge neighborhood of Irvine.

Who is the owner of Atria Golden Creek?

The legal owner and operator of Atria Golden Creek is Wg Golden Creek Sh Lp; Atria Management Co Llc.

Is Atria Golden Creek in a walkable area?

Atria Golden Creek has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Atria Golden Creek?

Atria Golden Creek's occupancy is 74%.

Who is the administrator of Atria Golden Creek?

Jeremy Gilmore is the administrator of Atria Golden Creek.

How many beds does Atria Golden Creek have?

Atria Golden Creek has 155 beds.

Has Atria Golden Creek had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Atria Golden Creek has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.

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