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.
About this community
Occupancy
Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls is legally operated by Atlantic Ave Holdings LLC and Ca Sr Lvg Mgmt LLC, and administered by Don Mcdonald.
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 Scorecard
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• 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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 11 | 10 | This facility has 10% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse |
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Serious citations (Type A)
| 0 | 3 | 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. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
| 11 | 4 | This facility has 175% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 175% worse |
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Citations per inspection
| 0.6 | 3.3 | 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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 18 | 16 | 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 |
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Complaint visits
| 9 | 13 | 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. |
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Other visits
| 6 | 7 | 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 |
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Official inspections
| 3 | 4 | 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 |
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Complaint investigations
| 6 | 10 | 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?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Transportation Services
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls
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4.4 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
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| Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls | AL IL RC | Long Beach (California Heights) | 65
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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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