Freedom Village Retirement Community
Freedom Village Retirement Community
Freedom Village Retirement Community is a Senior Living Home in California
Freedom Village Retirement Community is a Senior Living Home in California
Experience a better quality of life at Freedom Village Retirement Community, a dedicated life plan community in Lake Forest, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. A kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock to ensure their comfort and safety. Beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.
Here, residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging events and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. The community’s wide range of care and state-of-the-art amenities create the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.
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Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.
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Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights lag behind other facilities, revealing limited Medicare demand. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
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Finance
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OperationsQuality Ratings
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
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Additional community details
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What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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2.5 miles from city center
23442 El Toro Rd Building 1, Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 10 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 9.5 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 7.4 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Contractor Analysis
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 27 | 33 | 60 | 9,992 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 13 | 23 | 3,747 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,225 | 91 | 100% | 10 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,493 | 66 | 73% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 762 | 71 | 78% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 695 | 81 | 89% | 6.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 529 | 63 | 69% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 444 | 55 | 60% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 443 | 73 | 80% | 5.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 148 | 44 | 48% | 3.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 33 | 36% | 3.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 41 | 46 | 51% | 0.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 11 | 12% | 2.5 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3% | 1 |
Comparison Chart
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Guides for Better Senior Living
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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