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Primrose Alzheimer’s Living INC is a 50-bed memory care community operated by Primrose Alzheimer’s Living INC under administrator John J. Wotring at 2080 Guerneville Road in Santa Rosa, California. Offered are respite care, hospice care, and adult day care services. Licensed since 2019, the community focuses exclusively on adults with Alzheimer’s disease and related forms of dementia in Sonoma County.
The inspection record is well above California’s average. Since 2021, the facility has recorded 3 total citations against a California average of 10, with 5 complaints compared to a state average of 14. Citations per inspection run 0.3 against the 3.3 California average. No serious citations on record. The latest inspection was April 2025.
Programming is built around dementia-specific research. The Brain Gym program incorporates aroma, light, touch, music, and pet therapies tailored to each resident’s cognition. Interiors utilize way-finding cues, specialized fabrics, and color schemes to reduce confusion. A secure perimeter with locked gates and monitored access, restaurant-style dining with memory-loss-informed nutrition, and a garden are among the features.
Primrose fits families who need a dedicated Alzheimer’s and dementia care environment in Santa Rosa. It’s where specialty programming, secure design, and an above-average compliance record define the care model.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc is legally operated by Primrose Alzheimer's Living Inc, and administrated by John J Wotring.
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.
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 nursing home score (the benchmark); higher is better.
5 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)
Rank #630 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 630th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 86 out of 100. Letter grade B. 5 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 0.6 | 2 | This facility has 70% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (0.6 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 70% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 11 | 16 | This facility has 31% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (11 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 31% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 5 | 13 | This facility has 62% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 62% better Rank #592 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 592nd out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 5 | 14 | This facility has 64% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 64% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 1 | 2.8 | This facility has 64% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 64% better |
3.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Santa Rosa's city center to Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc is located in SANTA ROSA, California.
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Santa Rosa (Melita) | 679
Facility
679
CA AVG
103
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#8 / 1657 | - | - | 5.95
Facility
5.95
CA AVG
4.22
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#13 / 345 | +50% | +41% | $0
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$0
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$56.5k
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#297 / 352 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
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#513 / 1401 | 29
Facility
29
CA AVG
50.2
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#103 / 352 | 7.3
Facility
7.3
CA AVG
4.6
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#329 / 352 | - | 20 | A+ |
13
Facility
13
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1926 / 2092 | Daniel Skillman | $46.3M
Facility
$46.3M
CA AVG
$17.0M
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#11 / 346 | $14.8M
Facility
$14.8M
CA AVG
$7.0M
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#27 / 346 | 32%
Facility
32%
CA AVG
45.2%
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#324 / 346 | 555268 | ||||
| Arbol Residences in Santa Rosa |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Santa Rosa | 110
Facility
110
CA AVG
103
Rank
#642 / 1657 |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
CA AVG
84.7%
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#322 / 1530 | +6% | 5.99
Facility
5.99
CA AVG
4.22
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#13 / 345 | +77% | +42% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
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#1 / 352 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1401 | 37
Facility
37
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#150 / 352 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
CA AVG
4.6
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#173 / 352 | - | 99 | A |
38
Facility
38
CA AVG
57
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#1584 / 2092 | 2019 Sjb Family Trust | $17.1M
Facility
$17.1M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#166 / 346 | $9.3M
Facility
$9.3M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#142 / 346 | 54.5%
Facility
54.5%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#121 / 346 | 555836 |
The legal owner and operator of Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc is Primrose Alzheimer's Living Inc.
Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc's occupancy is 78%.
John J Wotring is the administrator of Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc.
Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc has 50 beds.
Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.
Primrose Alzheimer’s Living Inc is located at 2080 GUERNEVILLE RD.
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