Meridian at Chino
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chino, CA

Meridian at Chino

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chino, CA

Overview of Meridian at Chino

Meridian at Chino is a senior living community in Chino, California. It offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. The community provides a personalized approach to care with a focus on dignity and respect.
Bed community size
156-bed community Rank #317 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 317th 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #901 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 901st 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 61 / 100 Rank #1011 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1011th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #750 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 750th 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
120 / 156
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Best Assisted Living in Chino, CA

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceMay 28, 2020
CountySan Bernardino
RCFE Number361880893

Ownership & Operating Entity

Meridian at Chino is administered by Isabel Enriquez.

Owner NameHsre Pacifica Hillsborough Trs LLC; Hillsborough

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Gourmet Dining
Fitness Center
Salon
Movie Theater
Enclosed Courtyard
Engaging Social Activities
ActivitiesDaily activities include exercise, games, and social events
Specific ProgramsFinancial Planning

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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.

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.

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

Rank #946 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 946th 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: 76 out of 100. Letter grade C. 5 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 5 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (63% above)
• Complaint visits (31% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Total complaints (21% above)
• Complaints per year (21% above)
3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Other visits (43% 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. 910 This facility has 10% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 10% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% 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. 2616 This facility has 63% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 63% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1713 This facility has 31% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 31% worse Rank #1055 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1055th 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. 47 This facility has 43% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 43% better
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 assisted living residence (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. 1714 This facility has 21% more total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 14).↑ 21% worse
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 3.42.8 This facility has 21% more complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (3.4 vs. CA avg 2.8).↑ 21% 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 October 14, 2025, found no deficiencies and substantiated no complaints regarding communication, grooming, or documentation.
  • A February 10, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated a medication error where a resident’s medication was administered outside the allowable time window.
  • A May 18, 2022 complaint investigation substantiated staff neglect causing an infected pressure ulcer and assessed a $500 civil penalty for inadequate care.

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chino's city center to Meridian at Chino's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Meridian at Chino
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IL
MC
RC
Chino
156
Facility 156
CA AVG 104
Rank #317 / 1644
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 57
Rank #1011 / 2087
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 81
Rank #946 / 1400
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Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1055 / 1386
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Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #901 / 1497
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Meridian at Chino
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chino
156
Facility 156
CA AVG 104
Rank #317 / 1644
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 57
Rank #641 / 2087
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 81
Rank #1218 / 1400
5
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1082 / 1386
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Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #895 / 1159
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Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #901 / 1497
76.9% A+Hsre Pacifica Hillsborough Trs LLC And HillsboroughStudio / 1 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Meridian at Chino is located in CHINO, 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 Meridian at Chino

Who is the owner of Meridian at Chino?

Meridian at Chino is legally operated by Hsre Pacifica Hillsborough Trs LLC and Hillsborough, and administered by Isabel Enriquez.

Is Meridian at Chino in a walkable area?

Meridian at Chino has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Meridian at Chino?

Meridian at Chino's occupancy is 77%.

How long has Meridian at Chino been in business?

Meridian at Chino has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Meridian at Chino?

Yes, Meridian at Chino allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Meridian at Chino?

Isabel Enriquez is the administrator of Meridian at Chino.

How many beds does Meridian at Chino have?

Meridian at Chino has 156 beds.

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