Park Terrace
Park Terrace is an Assisted Living Home in California
Park Terrace is an Assisted Living Home in California
Park Terrace
Park Terrace is an Assisted Living Home in California
Park Terrace is an Assisted Living Home in California
Park Terrace is a senior living community located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. The community offers independent and assisted living services and memory care services. Park Terrace is owned and operated by Kisco Senior Living, a company that has been providing award-winning senior living services for over 30 years. The community is designed to provide residents with a carefree and active lifestyle. This community offers a variety of floor plans to suit the needs of its residents, including studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community is surrounded by natural beauty and filled with the comforts of a modern resort. The community features a broad spectrum of individualized services and lifestyle options, including exceptional Independent & Assisted Living, the Summit Club, and Connections Memory Care.
Park Terrace’s dedicated team of associates will customize a care program that’s right for each resident while they continue to enjoy their friends, hobbies, and new opportunities at Park Terrace. The community offers a full daily schedule of activities and events, so residents can be as busy or as carefree as they’d like. For those looking for fitness activities, the community has many exercise classes and programs, including yoga. The pet-friendly walking paths throughout the community and the adjoining park are great for getting outside and staying active. The fitness center is perfect for a workout and features activities assistants certified in Silver Sneakers and kinesiology. Park Terrace offers multiple dining venues to choose from so that the locale fits the residents’ mood. In the Main Dining Room, they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner from daily menus.
Capacity and availability
High-capacity home
May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
About this community
California average: 72%
LICENSEDAdditional licensing details
Ownership & operating entity
Park Terrace is legally operated by KRC SANTA MARGARITA LLC; KISCO SENIOR LIVING LLC.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Park Terrace
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.
9 visits
California average: 14 visits
Breakdown by visit type
7 total complaint visits
2 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
12 total complaint visits
7 other visits
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6 complaint investigations
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
4 official inspections
California average: 4 official inspections
2 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 9 citations
0 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
2 moderate citations
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Inspection Report Summary for Park Terrace
The California Department of Social Services conducted three unannounced annual inspections of Park Terrace, a 740‑type assisted living and memory care facility in Rancho Santa Margarita. Across all three visits—June 21 2021, May 31 2022, and June 12 2024—the evaluators noted that the facility maintained high standards of cleanliness, resident comfort, and regulatory compliance. The facility’s capacity of 230 residents, census hovering near 167–168, and hospice waiver for 15–20 residents remained within licensed limits, and staff consistently documented medication, safety, and health records in accordance with Title 22 Division 6 of the California Code of Regulations.
During the 2021 inspection, LPA Ruth Martinez observed an orderly environment: common areas, outdoor patio, and resident rooms all appeared clean and well‑stocked, and residents seemed happy and well cared for. The facility had fully implemented COVID‑19 precautions, including electronic screening, temperature checks, and adequate PPE supplies, and the emergency disaster plan and fire safety equipment were complete and functional. No deficiencies were cited, and the report was signed and acknowledged by Administrator Eugene Koehler.
The 2022 visit, led by LPAs Jessica Cho and Edward Tapia, focused on infection control. The facility again passed all safety checks; however, the evaluators identified a handful of minor items for correction, such as broken light bulbs in three apartments, a faulty grab bar in the elevator, and missing hand‑washing signage in resident bathrooms. An advisory note (LIC9102) was issued, and the administrator was asked to post larger COVID‑19 precaution signs and complete the requested repairs. Despite these recommendations, the report concluded with no formal deficiencies, and the administrator agreed to follow up on the corrective actions.
In 2024, LPA Ruth Martinez revisited Park Terrace, noting continued compliance and even expanded amenities such as a bistro and a swimming pool with a self‑latching gate. The facility’s food supplies, medication storage, activity programming, and safety systems remained fully functional. The evaluators reviewed resident and staff files, confirming required documentation, and verified that emergency drills and fire safety tests had been performed. No deficiencies were identified, and the report was reviewed with Executive Director Geno Koehler. The consistent pattern across all three inspections is a facility that maintains clean, safe, and resident‑focused operations while promptly addressing minor maintenance items when they arise.
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Home Care
Hospice Care
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans
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19.9 miles from city center
21952 Buena Suerte, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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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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