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Golden Pond Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sacramento, CA
Exterior view of Golden Pond Retirement Community entrance Gazebo in a landscaped outdoor area Interior view of a bar area with seating Bright interior common area with seating and decor

Golden Pond Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Sacramento, CA
3415 Mayhew Rd, Sacramento, CA 95827 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Golden Pond Retirement Community

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Treat yourself to the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of with the idyllic senior living community of Golden Pond Retirement Community in North Ford Street, Golden, CO, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring a selection of purposely designed and spacious accommodations ranging from studios to two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy a comfortable and secure retirement. A team of kind and well-trained professionals cares for daily living activities and personal needs to ensure seniors thrive and live to their potential.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs accompanies seniors as they explore new interests and relive hobbies. With diverse dining options, the community strives to meet dietary needs and preferences for a delightful dining experience. Golden Pond Retirement Community is ideal for seniors looking to optimize their independence while receiving the utmost care and support for their ever-changing needs.

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Bed community size
175-bed community Rank #235 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 235th out of 1648 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #184 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 184th out of 1494 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: 38 / 100 Rank #1579 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1579th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
49%
Rank #1341 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1341st out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. 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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
86 / 175
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusOn Probation
IssuanceFebruary 5, 1999
CountySacramento

Ownership & Operating Entity

Golden Pond Retirement Community is legally operated by Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, Doug, and administered by Ryan Nakao.

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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 34 citations 66 total visits 37 complaint visits 6 official inspections 28 complaint investigations
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 assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1300 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1300th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 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: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (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 9 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (240% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (633% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (200% above)
• Citations per year (240% above)
• Total visits (319% above)
• Complaint visits (185% above)
• Other visits (243% above)
• Official inspections (50% above)
• Complaint investigations (180% above) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
Latest Inspection May 13, 2026

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. 3410 This facility has 240% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (34 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 240% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 223 This facility has 633% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (22 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 633% worse Rank #1143 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1143rd out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 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.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 124 This facility has 200% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 200% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 6.82 This facility has 240% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (6.8 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 240% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.53.3 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 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. 6716 This facility has 319% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (67 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 319% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3713 This facility has 185% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (37 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 185% worse Rank #1297 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1297th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 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. 247 This facility has 243% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 243% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 64 This facility has 50% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 2810 This facility has 180% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 180% worse

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

  • The most recent inspection on February 27, 2026 found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility was clean, well-maintained, and compliant with safety and fire regulations.
  • Multiple prior investigations substantiated serious deficiencies including insufficient staffing causing medication errors (November 21, 2025) and medication mishandling with missing administration signatures (January 6, 2026).
  • A January 22, 2026 complaint substantiated failure to assist a resident with blood glucose testing, posing immediate health and safety risks, but the plan of correction was implemented and cleared.
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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 8.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sacramento's city center to Golden Pond Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.9 miles to nearest hospital (Sacramento VA Medical Center - VA Northern California Health Care System)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Golden Pond Retirement Community is located in Sacramento, 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).
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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
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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.
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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 Golden Pond Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Golden Pond Retirement Community in?

Golden Pond Retirement Community is in the La Riviera neighborhood of Sacramento.

Who is the owner of Golden Pond Retirement Community?

Golden Pond Retirement Community is legally operated by Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, Doug, and administered by Ryan Nakao.

Is Golden Pond Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Golden Pond Retirement Community has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Golden Pond Retirement Community?

Golden Pond Retirement Community's occupancy is 49%.

Are pets allowed at Golden Pond Retirement Community?

Yes, Golden Pond Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Golden Pond Retirement Community?

Ryan Nakao is the administrator of Golden Pond Retirement Community.

How many beds does Golden Pond Retirement Community have?

Golden Pond Retirement Community has 175 beds.

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