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Drake House
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Monterey, CA
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Drake House

Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Monterey, CA
399 Drake Avenue, Monterey, CA 93940 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Drake House

A 55-bed assisted living community in Monterey, California, Drake House is operated by Front Street Inc. and Drake House Center LLC under administrator Julie Huynh. Licensed in Monterey County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since 2006, the community has operated for 19 years in downtown Monterey.

State inspections since 2021 show 3 total citations against California’s average of 10, and 10 complaints versus a statewide norm of 14. The CMS health inspection record covers 4 inspections since 2022 with 20 moderate-level citations and no serious or critical findings; no federal fines are on record in the latest July 2025 inspection. The overall RCFE score sits at 77 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.

Drake House fits Monterey County older adults aiming for assisted living in an established and centrally located community in downtown Monterey.

Facility Direct Line (831) 643-9069
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Bed community size
55-bed community Rank #1109 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1109th out of 1644 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
20 years in operation Rank #365 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 365th out of 1497 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 96 / 100 Rank #43 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 2087 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
96%
Rank #180 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 180th 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
53 / 55
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJune 20, 2006
CountyMonterey

Ownership & Operating Entity

Drake House is legally operated by Front Street Inc & Drake House Center LLC, and administered by Julie Huynh.

Owner NameFront Street Inc

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsMemberships, Education, Volunteer opportunities

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 3 citations 10 complaints 23 total visits 10 complaint visits 5 official inspections
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 nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

2 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Rank #765 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 765th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 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: 83 out of 100. Letter grade B. 2 points above the California average for nursing homes (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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (44% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Official inspections (25% above) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (70% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Complaint visits (23% below)
• Total complaints (29% below)
• Complaints per year (29% 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. 310 This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2316 This facility has 44% more total visits than a typical California nursing home (23 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 44% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1013 This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #845 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 845th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 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. 87 This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 1014 This facility has 29% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (10 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 29% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 22.8 This facility has 29% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 29% better
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Drake House is located in MONTEREY, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Drake House

Who is the owner of Drake House?

Drake House is legally operated by Front Street Inc & Drake House Center LLC, and administered by Julie Huynh.

Is Drake House in a walkable area?

Drake House has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Drake House?

Drake House's occupancy is 96%.

How long has Drake House been in business?

Drake House has been operating for approximately 20 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Drake House?

No, Drake House has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Drake House?

Julie Huynh is the administrator of Drake House.

How many beds does Drake House have?

Drake House has 55 beds.

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