Sunlit Gardens
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Overview of Sunlit Gardens

Bask in the warmth of Sunlit Gardens, a trusted senior living community located in the harmonious neighborhood of Alta Coma, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. With a wide selection of cozy and sophisticated studios, seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. The community takes pride in a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals delivering the utmost care and assistance seniors deserve.

Featuring signature programs, the community utilizes a holistic approach to improve residents’ quality of life. Meet new friends and create unforgettable memories through exciting trips and engaging programs. Have the finest dining experience with delectable and nutritious meals catering to dietary requirements and preferences. Sunlit Gardens is ideal for a relaxing and elegant retirement within its ethereal setting.

Types of Care at Sunlit Gardens

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
172-bed community Rank #252 / 1665Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 252nd out of 1665 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1034 / 1209Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1034th out of 1209 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #1306 / 2096Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1306th out of 2096 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
54%
Rank #1208 / 1407Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1208th out of 1407 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1407. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
93 / 172
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

AwardsBest of Senior Living 2023 from 'A Place For Mom'

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusClosed
IssuanceMarch 14, 2024
CountySan Bernardino
RCFE Number365530159

Ownership & Operating Entity

Sunlit Gardens is legally operated by Cdr Rncho Cuc Trs Llc &sunlit Gardens, Llc, and administrated by Tirso Del Junco.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

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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 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 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 10 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (70% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (70% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (62% below)
• Other visits (43% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (70% below)
Latest Inspection January 12, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3 10 This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 2 3 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 1 4 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2024. 1.5 5 This facility has 70% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.5 vs. CA avg 5).↓ 70% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.3 3.3 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 Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 10 16 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. 5 13 This facility has 62% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 62% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 4 7 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. 1 4 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 3 10 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.

Sunlit Gardens Assisted Living Facility’s inspection record is mixed, with a clean prelicensing evaluation on August 28, 2025, but three deficiencies cited in the May 13, 2025 annual inspection related to staff CPR/First Aid certification and criminal background clearances. The May inspection flagged immediate health and safety risks because four of six staff lacked CPR/First Aid certification, one was not fingerprint cleared, and one had incomplete personnel documentation. A June 12, 2025 complaint alleging inadequate resident activities was investigated and found unsubstantiated, showing no ongoing issues in that area.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Places of interest near Sunlit Gardens

Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Alta Loma's city center to Sunlit Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.81 miles to nearest hospital (Kindred Hospital Rancho)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Sunlit Gardens is located in Alta Loma, 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.
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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.
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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)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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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.

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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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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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.

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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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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.

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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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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.

Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma) 6 Yes 59 4 4 5 16 83.3% A+ Genesis Health Care, Inc. Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunlit Gardens

What neighborhood is Sunlit Gardens in?

Sunlit Gardens is in the Alta Loma neighborhood of Alta Loma.

Who is the owner of Sunlit Gardens?

The legal owner and operator of Sunlit Gardens is Cdr Rncho Cuc Trs Llc &Sunlit Gardens, Llc.

Is Sunlit Gardens in a walkable area?

Sunlit Gardens has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Sunlit Gardens?

Sunlit Gardens's occupancy is 54%.

Who is the administrator of Sunlit Gardens?

Tirso Del Junco is the administrator of Sunlit Gardens.

How many beds does Sunlit Gardens have?

Sunlit Gardens has 172 beds.

Has Sunlit Gardens had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Sunlit Gardens has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.

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