Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Long Beach, CA

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Long Beach, CA

Overview of Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls

Bixby Towers at Bixby Knolls is ranked one of Long Beach’s best retirement communities, entrusted by many to have their loved ones or themselves live in. The active adult apartment-style environment offers independent living and assisted living services, allowing residents to feel like family and feel comfortable thriving in a community that puts their needs first. At Bixby Knolls, individuals are guaranteed an individualized approach to care that helps create a rich and fulfilling lifestyle.

The active adult community is built on the seamless blend of independence and support, allowing its residents to take advantage of the wonderful Southern California living offered by its luxurious community features. These include an expansive courtyard, hotel-like apartments with breathtaking views, 24-hour care with an emergency call system, a grand restaurant-style dining room, a private dining room, a library, a wellness center, a patio, and an outdoor grill.

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: 90 / 100 Rank #171 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st out of 2058 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
69%
Rank #950 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 950th 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.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
45 / 65
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Best Assisted Living in Long Beach, CA

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceSeptember 5, 2023
CountyLos Angeles
License Number198320315
RCFE Number198320315

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls is legally operated by Atlantic Ave Holdings LLC and Ca Sr Lvg Mgmt LLC, and administered by Don Mcdonald.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency alert systems in each apartment.

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Senior Apartments

Amenities & Lifestyle

Arts & Crafts
Library
Fitness Center
Bbq Area
Picnic Area
Dining
Garden
Transportation
Monthly Events
Activities
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: 24 hours

Pricing & Financial Information

Independent Living$3,295 per month
Assisted Living$3,095 per month
Senior Apartments$1,450 per month

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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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

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

Rank #732 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 732nd 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: 84 out of 100. Letter grade B. 3 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (10% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (175% above)
2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Citations per inspection (82% 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. 1110 This facility has 10% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse
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. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. 114 This facility has 175% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 175% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.63.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% 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. 1816 This facility has had 13% more total inspections than the California average (18 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 13% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 913 This facility has had 31% fewer complaint visits than the California average (9 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 31% fewer Rank #810 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 810th 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. 67 This facility has had 14% fewer other visits than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 14% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has had 25% fewer official inspections than the California average (3 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 610 This facility has had 40% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (6 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls

1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom

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Address 4.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Long Beach's city center to Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls

What neighborhood is Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls in?

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls is in the California Heights neighborhood of Long Beach.

Who is the owner of Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls?

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls is legally operated by Atlantic Ave Holdings LLC and Ca Sr Lvg Mgmt LLC, and administered by Don McDonald.

Is Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls in a walkable area?

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls?

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls's occupancy is 69%.

How long has Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls been in business?

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls on this page.

Are pets allowed at Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls?

Yes, Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls allows residents to bring their pets.

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