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A prestigious senior living community residing in the harmonious neighborhood of West Vereda De La Montura, Pacific Palisades, CA, Ciela offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Treat yourself to a vacation for a lifetime with snug and sophisticated residences of Ciela in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a compassionate and highly trained team providing top-tier care and assistance, seniors gain more time to enjoy the things they love.
Mingle with the community through engaging activities and fun programs. Moreover, the community prepares delightful and nutritious meals to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Ciela is a haven for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom while receiving exceptional care for their ever-changing needs with its incredible amenities and cozy spaces.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Ciela is legally operated by Ciela Llc; Millennium Advisors, Inc., and administrated by Rony Shram.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.
Above the California average for assisted living residences.
California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100
Inspection score: 83 out of 100. Letter grade B. Above the California average for assisted living residences.
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.
| 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 |
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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.
| 0 | 4 | This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2023.
| 0.7 | 3.3 | This facility has 79% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% 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.
| 8 | 16 | This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 4 | 13 | This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% 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.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with mostly clean annual inspections but a substantiated medication error in April 2025 that posed an immediate health risk and led to two deficiencies. The October 20, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies, confirming compliance with sanitation, safety, and documentation standards. Complaint investigations in June and December 2024 found no evidence to support allegations of medication mismanagement or other care issues, showing some improvement after the April incident.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
62.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Pacific Palisades's city center to Ciela's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Ciela is located in Pacific Palisades, California.
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| AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana |
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.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Tarzana | 160 | No | 60 | 5 | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1375 / 1397 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1115 / 1164 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
11
Rank
#383 / 1365 |
76.3%
Facility
76.3%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#661 / 1289 | Avantgarde Senior Living | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Santa Clarita |
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.
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. | Santa Clarita (Newhall) | 160 | Yes | 75 | 4 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1242 / 1397 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1033 / 1164 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
11
Rank
#483 / 1365 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1 / 1289 | Arhc Svsclsa01 Trs LLC; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Sunnyvale |
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.
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. | Sunnyvale | 160 | No | 78 | 4 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#753 / 1164 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
11
Rank
#132 / 1365 |
61.9%
Facility
61.9%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1010 / 1289 | Wg Sunnyvale Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Atria Grass Valley |
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.
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. | Grass Valley | 116 | Yes | 43 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#529 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 12
Facility
12
CA AVG
11
Rank
#441 / 1365 |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#692 / 1289 | Wg Quail Ridge LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Ciela |
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.
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. | Pacific Palisades | 100 | No | 9 | 2 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
11
Rank
#1161 / 1365 |
64.0%
Facility
64.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#969 / 1289 | Ciela LLC; Millennium Advisors, Inc. | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Ciela is in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Pacific Palisades.
The legal owner and operator of Ciela is Ciela Llc; Millennium Advisors, Inc..
Ciela has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Ciela's occupancy is 64%.
Rony Shram is the administrator of Ciela.
Ciela has 100 beds.
Ciela has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
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