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Overview of Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez is an outstanding senior living community in Contra Costa County, Pleasant Hill, CA. offering independent living and assisted living. The community guarantees residents’ safety and security with 24-hour team members availability and emergency call system. Residents are free from the common worries of daily living with housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, maintenance, and utilities handled by a dedicated team within the community.

There’s always something going on with fitness classes, live music, and educational seminars, regularly conducted by the community. Convenient access to onsite physical therapy and invigorating fitness programs for all abilities, ensure residents are always on top of their health and wellness. Exquisite restaurant-style dining is made possible by a culinary team that carefully prepares delicious and health conscious meals.

(925) 935-1660 pleasanthill-info@carltonseniorliving.com

165-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

37 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 65 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

84%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

139 / 165

Average residents per home in California 87 per day

AwardsBest Senior Services Provider in the 2025 Best of Martinez Awards

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceOctober 18, 1988

CountyContra Costa

RCFE Number071440541

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez is legally operated by Carlton Senior Living, Llc, and administrated by John Mccraw.

Emergency Systems24-hour staffing and emergency call system.

Does not accept Medicaid

Does not accept Medicare

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

HousekeepingYes

Convenient Transportation

Emergency Call System

Cleaning

Laundry

Maintenance

Utilities

Fitness Classes

Live Music

Educational Seminars

Restaurant-Style Dining

Onsite Physical Therapy

Pet-Friendly Environment

State-Of-The-Art Technology

Specific ProgramsHealth & Wellness, Events & Entertainment

Starting Price$4,895 per month

Food DescriptionExquisite restaurant-style dining.

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Alove / 1 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez

Independent Living Assisted Living

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 7 citations 14 total visits 6 complaint visits 4 official inspections 6 complaint investigations

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

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection November 19, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	7	10	This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better
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.	2	3	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) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	5	4	This facility has 25% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2022.	1.8	2.5	This facility has 28% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.8 vs. CA avg 2.5).↓ 28% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.5	3.3	This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	14	16	This facility has 13% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 13% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	6	13	This facility has 54% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 54% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	4	7	This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	6	10	This facility has 40% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better

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

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with several deficiencies mostly related to safety and regulatory compliance issues. The most recent inspection on November 19, 2025, cited three deficiencies for staff not following incontinent care, special diets, and hospital bed setup, though the complaint was unsubstantiated. Earlier inspections found immediate safety risks from unlocked medications and cleaning compounds, substantiated fire safety hazards, and repeated problems with eviction notices and failure to notify licensing about hospitalizations.

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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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What neighborhood is Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez in?

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez is in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood of Pleasant Hill.

Who is the owner of Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez?

The legal owner and operator of Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez is Carlton Senior Living, Llc.

Is Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez in a walkable area?

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez?

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez's occupancy is 84%.

Who is the administrator of Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez?

John Mccraw is the administrator of Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez.

How many beds does Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez have?

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez has 165 beds.

Has Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Carlton Senior Living Pleasant Hill – Martinez has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.

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