Huntington Terrace

Overview of Huntington Terrace

In beautiful Huntington Beach, California, Huntington Terrace offers a resort-inspired haven for seniors looking for an assisted living home. Their services center on empowering residents to live life to the fullest with personalized care and a warm and welcoming community. Residents choose from charming studios, deluxe suites, or even private casitas, all featuring emergency call systems and private bathrooms for comfort and security.

A professional, dedicated staff is available 24/7 to assist with daily activities like housekeeping and personal care. Delicious meals are prepared by on-site chefs in the elegant dining room, or residents can also dine in privacy if they prefer. Exciting activities keep residents engaged, with options like fitness classes, social gatherings, arts and crafts sessions, and even outings to explore the nearby Surf City, when not relaxing in the heated pool and spa of this luxurious residential assisted living center.

185-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

10 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 80 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 31, 2015

CountyOrange

Huntington Terrace is legally operated by S-h Huntington Terrace Opco; Msl Community Mgt Llc, and administrated by Emily Turner.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 6 citations 30 total visits 20 complaint visits 4 official inspections 18 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

7 points below the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)

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 2020 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection January 9, 2026

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	6	10	This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better
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
Moderate citations (Type B) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	4	4	This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2020.	1	1.7	This facility has 41% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 41% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	30	16	This facility has 88% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (30 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 88% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	20	13	This facility has 54% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (20 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 54% worse
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	6	7	This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 14% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	18	10	This facility has 80% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 300 / 375 / 420 / 600 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Two-storey

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Huntington Terrace

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Huntington Terracestudio

2.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Huntington Beach's city center to Huntington Terrace's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.57 miles to nearest hospital (Newport Family Medicine)

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

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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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Huntington Terrace	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.	Huntington Beach (La Bolsa)	185 Facility 185 CA AVG 103 Rank #197 / 1658	Yes	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 57 Rank #417 / 2093	4	20 Facility 20 CA AVG 13 Rank #1129 / 1397	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 3 Rank #600 / 1164	10 Facility 10 CA AVG 13 Rank #661 / 1486	-	-	S-H Huntington Terrace Opco; Msl Community Mgt LLC	Studio / 1 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach	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.	Huntington Beach (Goldenwest Street)	150 Facility 150 CA AVG 103 Rank #344 / 1658	Yes	75 Facility 75 CA AVG 57 Rank #564 / 2093	4	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #719 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	8 Facility 8 CA AVG 13 Rank #738 / 1486	76.7% Facility 76.7% CA AVG 75.9% Rank #647 / 1249	-	Shi-III Mg Gp Of Shi-III Huntington Bch; Merrill G	Studio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Huntington Beach	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.	Huntington Beach (Garfield)	142 Facility 142 CA AVG 103 Rank #413 / 1658	Yes	57 Facility 57 CA AVG 57 Rank #1158 / 2093	1	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 13 Rank #654 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #1388 / 1486	82.4% Facility 82.4% CA AVG 75.9% Rank #522 / 1249	-	Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Huntington Beach	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.	Huntington Beach (Garfield)	111 Facility 111 CA AVG 103 Rank #642 / 1658	Yes	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 57 Rank #417 / 2093	3	9 Facility 9 CA AVG 13 Rank #814 / 1397	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1164	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 13 Rank #1098 / 1486	60.4% Facility 60.4% CA AVG 75.9% Rank #1034 / 1249	-	Oakmont Sr. Lvng Of Huntington Beach; Oakmont Mgmt.	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sea Cliff Assisted Living	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.	Huntington Beach (Garfield)	84 Facility 84 CA AVG 103 Rank #895 / 1658	Yes	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 57 Rank #417 / 2093	2	18 Facility 18 CA AVG 13 Rank #1088 / 1397	9 Facility 9 CA AVG 3 Rank #1033 / 1164	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #805 / 1486	81.0% Facility 81.0% CA AVG 75.9% Rank #554 / 1249	A+	Sandpiper Senior Living LLC	Studio / 1 Bed

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What neighborhood is Huntington Terrace in?

Huntington Terrace is in the La Bolsa neighborhood of Huntington Beach.

Who is the owner of Huntington Terrace?

The legal owner and operator of Huntington Terrace is S-H Huntington Terrace Opco; Msl Community Mgt Llc.

Is Huntington Terrace in a walkable area?

Huntington Terrace has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Huntington Terrace?

Huntington Terrace's occupancy is 0.0%.

Who is the administrator of Huntington Terrace?

Emily Turner is the administrator of Huntington Terrace.

How many beds does Huntington Terrace have?

Huntington Terrace has 185 beds.

Has Huntington Terrace had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Huntington Terrace has had 6 recently reported deficiencies.

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