Overview of Park Plaza

Peacefully nestled near Hart Park in Orange, CA, Park Plaza is a distinct community that offers independent living and assisted living. With beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed comfort and familiarity. A compassionate and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ special needs around the clock.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Three delicious and healthy meals are served daily to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents also enjoy a maintenance-free living with the community’s weekly housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and welcoming setting create the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

Bed community size
115-bed community Rank #615 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 615th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
24 years in operation Rank #266 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 266th 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 74 / 100 Rank #597 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 597th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
Rank #786 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 786th 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.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
87 / 115
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceDecember 6, 2001
CountyOrange

Ownership & Operating Entity

Park Plaza is legally operated by Krc Orange & Kisco Senior Living, LLC, and administered by Benjamin Davis.

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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.

6 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #568 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 568th 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: 87 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 6 points above 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% below)
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Complaint investigations (70% 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. 510 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better
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. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #599 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 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. 34 This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
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. 1016 This facility has 38% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 38% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 313 This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #442 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 442nd 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. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 310 This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better

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

  • December 23, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated delayed 9-1-1 call after an unwitnessed fall causing resident death and failure to reassess after multiple falls, posing immediate health and safety risks.
  • December 17, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies, with clean, hazard-free apartments, operational safety systems, proper food storage, and up-to-date emergency preparedness.
  • May 30, 2025 complaint investigation cited one deficiency for failing to administer prescribed medication, posing a potential health and safety risk; staff involved received training and resigned.

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 450 / 550 / 800 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Swimming Pool

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Orange's city center to Park Plaza's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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CA AVG 104
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Financial Assistance for
Senior Living in California

Park Plaza is located in Orange, 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 Park Plaza

Who is the owner of Park Plaza?

Park Plaza is legally operated by Krc Orange & Kisco Senior Living, LLC, and administered by Benjamin Davis.

Is Park Plaza in a walkable area?

Park Plaza has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Park Plaza?

Park Plaza's occupancy is 76%.

How long has Park Plaza been in business?

Park Plaza has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Park Plaza?

Yes, Park Plaza allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Park Plaza?

Benjamin Davis is the administrator of Park Plaza.

How many beds does Park Plaza have?

Park Plaza has 115 beds.

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