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Blessed Elder Care Inc., founded in 2010 in the historic City of Riverside, is a trusted and privately owned 12-bed Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. As a licensed establishment under the Department of Social Services, Blessed Elder Care has been dedicated to providing exceptional care to the elderly community of Riverside since its inception.
This family-run facility takes pride in its commitment to serving individuals and their loved ones during their time of need. The caring and dedicated staff at Blessed Elder Care eagerly anticipate the opportunity to provide compassionate and personalized care to residents, ensuring their well-being and comfort are always prioritized. With a focus on creating a nurturing and supportive environment, Blessed Elder Care aims to make a positive difference in the lives of the elderly community they have the privilege to serve.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Blessed Elder Care is legally operated by Blessed Elder Care, Inc., and administrated by Magdalina Gurau.
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.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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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.
| 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 |
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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.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 0.4 | 2 | This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 80% better |
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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.
| 6 | 16 | This facility has 63% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 63% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 1 | 13 | This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better |
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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.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 1 | 10 | This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with only a few minor deficiencies related to medication storage and infection control in 2023 and 2022. The most recent inspection on July 28, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility was clean, well maintained, and compliant with regulations. Complaint investigations, including one in January 2022 alleging staff yelled at residents, were unsubstantiated, and the record shows consistent compliance and improvement over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Total Residents: 12
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
53.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Riverside's city center to Blessed Elder Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.21 miles to nearest hospital (Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center)
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Blessed Elder Care is located in Riverside, California.
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| Hollywood Hills Senior Living |
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.
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.
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. | Los Angeles (Central La) | 120 | No | 88 | 4 | 50 | 7 | 5 | 55.8% | - | Pacifica Hollywood LLC; Hollywood Mgr LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Canyon Trails Assisted Living & Memory Care |
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.
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. | Canoga Park | 120 | Yes | 77 | 4 | 26 | - | 9 | 93.2% | - | Canoga Park Sh LLC;Seasons Management LLC. | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Regency Palms Senior Living |
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.
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. | Long Beach (Downtown) | 91 | No | 96 | 5 | 87 | 11 | 7 | 81.3% | - | Global Regency Snr Care Svcs,LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Encino Terrace |
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. | Encino | 85 | Yes | 81 | 5 | 15 | - | 7 | 70.6% | - | Aslo Gp, Encino Hills Opco. LP;Encino Terrace, LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Blessed Elder 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.
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. | Riverside (Magnolia Center) | 12 | No | 67 | 5 | 1 | - | 15 | 75.0% | A+ | Blessed Elder Care, Inc. | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Blessed Elder Care is in the Magnolia Center neighborhood of Riverside.
Blessed Elder Care has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Blessed Elder Care's occupancy is 75%.
Magdalina Gurau is the administrator of Blessed Elder Care.
Blessed Elder Care has 12 beds.
Blessed Elder Care has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
Yes — there is 1 photo of Blessed Elder Care in the photo gallery on this page.
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