Occupancy rate
93%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Elms Residential Home Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ventura County, CA
Elms Residential Home Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ventura County, CA
Enjoy the best of your golden years with Elms Residential Home Care, a trusted community in Ventura, CA, that offers assisted living and memory care. With a compassionate and highly skilled team available 24/7, residents experience top-tier care and assistance tailored to their needs. The community promotes a trusting and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease in their later years.
Residents will not feel lonely with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs for their leisure and wellness. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs. The community is great for those who need assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated care.
54-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
36 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 72 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
50 / 54
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 31, 1989
CountyVentura
Elms Residential Home Care is legally operated by Higgins, Fe Lilia, and administrated by Fe Lilia 98 Higgins.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Recreational Activities
Types of Care at Elms Residential Home Care
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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
42 citations
44 total visits
31 complaint visits
5 official inspections
23 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
9 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (320% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (333% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (625% above)
• Citations per year (320% above)
• Total visits (175% above)
• Complaint visits (138% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (130% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (70% below)
• Total citations (320% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (333% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (625% above)
• Citations per year (320% above)
• Total visits (175% above)
• Complaint visits (138% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (130% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (70% below)
Latest Inspection
October 10, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 42 | 10 | This facility has 320% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (42 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 320% worse |
|
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.
| 13 | 3 | This facility has 333% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 333% worse |
|
Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 29 | 4 | This facility has 625% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 625% worse |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 8.4 | 2 | This facility has 320% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (8.4 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 320% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1 | 3.3 | This facility has 70% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 70% 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.
| 44 | 16 | This facility has 175% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (44 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 175% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 31 | 13 | This facility has 138% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (31 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 138% worse |
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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.
| 8 | 7 | This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse |
|
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.
| 23 | 10 | This facility has 130% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (23 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 130% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated deficiencies in medication management, cleanliness, and safety systems, alongside some substantiated complaints about bedbugs and emergency response. The most recent inspection on August 19, 2025, cited six deficiencies including non-functional fire sprinklers, an inoperable call button system, and missing staff training, all posing health and safety risks. Several complaint investigations in 2024 substantiated failures in timely medical care, confidentiality, and maintaining sanitary conditions, though many other allegations were found unsubstantiated.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Assisted Living in California
Elms Residential Home Care is located in Ventura, California.
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| Elms Residential Home 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.
CH Care Homes | Ventura | 54 | No | 72 | 5 | 31 | 13 | 36 | 92.6% | Fe Lilia Higgins | Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms |
| Ventura County Senior Care: Ocean Breeze Estates at Blue Oak |
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.
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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. | Camarillo | 6 | No | 29 | 5 | - | - | 5 | 100.0% | Ventura County Senior Care Inc. | Private / Shared Rooms |
Frequently Asked Questions about Elms Residential Home Care
Who is the owner of Elms Residential Home Care?
The legal owner and operator of Elms Residential Home Care is Higgins, Fe Lilia.
Is Elms Residential Home Care in a walkable area?
Elms Residential Home Care has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Elms Residential Home Care?
Elms Residential Home Care's occupancy is 93%.
Who is the administrator of Elms Residential Home Care?
Fe Lilia 98 Higgins is the administrator of Elms Residential Home Care.
How many beds does Elms Residential Home Care have?
Elms Residential Home Care has 54 beds.
Has Elms Residential Home Care had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Elms Residential Home Care has had 42 recently reported deficiencies.
What is the address of Elms Residential Home Care?
Elms Residential Home Care is located at 67 E Barnett St, Ventura, CA 93001.
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