Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca
Nursing Home · Yorba Linda, CA
Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca
Nursing Home · Yorba Linda, CA
Overview of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca
Operated by non-profit fraternal organization Eastern Star Homes of California Inc. under administrator Kat Farris, Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in California is a 76-bed continuing care retirement community at 16850 E. Bastanchury Road in Yorba Linda, California. Licensed since 1998, the campus offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care to residents in Orange County. It provides a continuum from independent retirement living to specialized dementia support.
The inspection record is above California’s average. Since 2021, the community has totaled 4 citations against a California average of 10, with 0.2 citations per inspection in comparison to the 3.3 state average. Complaints total 10 over five years, below California’s average of 14. No serious citations appear on record. The latest inspection was April 2026.
Respite stays exist for short-term needs. Dining is served in a dedicated dining room with attention to dietary restrictions.
With a 27-year operating history, the community is structured for older adults connected to the Eastern Star fraternal tradition, or any resident seeking a non-profit-operated, faith-affiliated continuing care community in the Yorba Linda hills. The facility has an above-average compliance record anchoring the care environment.
76-bed community Rank #952 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 952nd out of 1658 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.
27 years in operation Rank #181 / 1486Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 181st out of 1486 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 2 / 100 Rank #2045 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2045th out of 2093 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 9, 1998
CountyOrange
License NumberC.O.A #188
RCFE Number306000889
Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca is legally operated by Eastern Star Homes Of California Inc., and administrated by Kat Farris.
Owner NameEastern Star Homes Of California Inc.
Specific ProgramsBoard of Trustees, Media Gallery, Community News, Where to Begin, Learn More About Moving to SLC, What is a CCRC and RCFE, Audited Financials / Reports, Care Services, Donate – Volunteer
Food DescriptionDining room offers unique and flavorful dishes while being mindful of dietary restrictions.
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.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
4 citations
10 complaints
23 total visits
12 complaint visits
4 official inspections
Inspection Score
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.
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.
7 points above the California average for nursing homes (70/100)
Inspection score: 77 out of 100. Letter grade C+. 7 points above the California average for nursing homes (70/100)
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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (44% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Other visits (at CA avg)
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Citations per year (60% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Complaint visits (8% below)
• Total complaints (29% below)
• Complaints per year (29% below)
• Total visits (44% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Other visits (at CA avg)
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (60% below)
• Citations per year (60% below)
• Citations per inspection (94% below)
• Complaint visits (8% below)
• Total complaints (29% below)
• Complaints per year (29% below)
Latest Inspection
April 10, 2026
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 10 | This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 0.8 | 2 | This facility has 60% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (0.8 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 60% better |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.2 | 3.3 | This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% 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.
| 23 | 16 | This facility has 44% more total visits than a typical California nursing home (23 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 44% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 12 | 13 | This facility has 8% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (12 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 8% better |
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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.
| 7 | 7 | This facility has other visits in line with the California average (7 vs. CA avg 7).— At avg |
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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 |
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.
| 10 | 14 | This facility has 29% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (10 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 29% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 2 | 2.8 | This facility has 29% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 29% better |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca
Who is the owner of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca?
The legal owner and operator of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca is Eastern Star Homes Of California Inc..
Is Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca in a walkable area?
Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Who is the administrator of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca?
Kat Farris is the administrator of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca.
How many beds does Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca have?
Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca has 76 beds.
Has Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca?
Senior Living Community for the Eastern Star in Ca is located at 16850 E. BASTANCHURY ROAD.
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