The Covington

Overview of The Covington

The Covington is a nursing home in Aliso Viejo, California, operated by Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors under Donald Cash Benton’s administration. The home has 343 beds and has been in operation for 22 years, making it an established presence in the region. It welcomes Medicare and private pay, providing families flexible coverage options for short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

The community’s average stay duration is 23 days, which reflects its role in providing skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation. The neighborhood scores 36 on the Walk Score scale, meaning a few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips and visits require transportation. The dining program spotlights locally sourced ingredients and offers a wide menu of options, including snacks, shareable plates, mains, and desserts. This approach to food implies an attention to quality and variety in residents’ daily experience.

Families considering The Covington may want to tour it to see the accommodations, connect with the care team, and learn more about certain clinical programs and services for residents.

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Capacity and availability

23 days

343-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

22 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 36 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

63%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

217 / 343

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community

StatusLicensed

IssuanceMay 20, 2004

CountyOrange

CertificationsStarChefs Rising Star Award

The Covington is legally operated by Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors, and administrated by Donald Cash Benton.

Owner NameEpiscopal Communities & Services For Seniors

Touring HoursMo 17:00-21:00, , We 17:00-21:00, Th 17:00-21:00, Fr 17:00-21:00, Sa 17:00-21:00, Su 17:00-21:00

Food DescriptionThe dining program features a menu that includes snacks, shareable plates, mains, and desserts, with a focus on locally sourced ingredients.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 0 citations 2 complaints 9 total visits 2 complaint visits 5 official inspections

Inspection Score

8 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

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

Latest Inspection May 12, 2026

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	0	10	This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Standout metricNo citations on file since 2021 — the California average is 10.

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	9	16	This facility has 44% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (9 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 44% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th 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.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	2	7	This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
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 Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	2	14	This facility has 86% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 86% better
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.4	2.8	This facility has 86% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (0.4 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 86% better

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No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

90% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

10% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 years

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for The Covington based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 59.9% ↑ 39.2pp vs 2022

Net Income -$4.6M ↑ ~$4.7M vs 2022

Total Payroll $11.0M ↑ ~$998.6K vs 2022

Profit Margin -50.0% ↓ 2.7pp vs 2022

Metric	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	91.0%	93.7%	93.9%	95.5%	93.2%	921.5%	859.0%	53.9%	52.4%	48.6%	20.7%	59.9%
Beds	257	257	257	24	24	24	24	364	364	364	194	58
Net Income	-$4,710,810	-$11,468,020	-$7,829,012	-$1,845,926	-$1,917,772	$3,719,192	-$181,181	-$2,094,212	-$4,118,845	$1,460,044	-$9,250,547	-$4,570,175
Gross Revenue	$15,732,315	$17,348,582	$17,766,195	$18,006,398	$19,490,169	$20,262,924	$20,626,584	$20,602,593	$19,630,108	$15,936,033	$19,529,399	$9,135,466
Operating Expenses	$20,610,465	$20,300,348	$20,464,767	$20,637,723	$22,502,764	$22,843,284	$24,517,010	$25,853,788	$27,320,481	$27,394,161	$29,195,906	$30,908,579
Net Patient Revenue	$14,523,726	$15,484,592	$16,092,340	$16,082,689	$17,785,737	$18,543,969	$18,977,964	$19,068,155	$18,535,855	$15,580,457	$18,462,515	$8,175,388
Total Payroll	$6,034,841	$7,149,774	$7,205,368	$7,518,819	$8,424,951	$9,047,438	$7,829,590	$10,183,383	$11,642,828	$10,007,240	$10,021,602	$11,020,182
Profit Margin %	-29.9%	-66.1%	-44.1%	-10.3%	-9.8%	18.4%	-0.9%	-10.2%	-21.0%	9.2%	-47.4%	-50.0%
Medicare %	8.0%	8.2%	8.7%	86.3%	88.3%	8.8%	9.2%	8.4%	6.9%	1.6%	25.9%	26.0%
Medicaid %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
Private %	92.0%	91.8%	91.3%	13.7%	11.7%	91.2%	90.8%	91.6%	93.1%	98.4%	74.1%	74.0%
Revenue/Day	$170	$176	$183	$1,923	$2,172	$230	$252	$266	$266	$241	$1,260	$645
Cost/Day	$241	$231	$232	$2,467	$2,748	$283	$326	$361	$393	$424	$1,993	$2,439
Avg Length of Stay	19.9 days	20.7 days	20.5 days	23.0 days	23.7 days	20.2 days	22.4 days	19.6 days	19.1 days	10.0 days	25.1 days	23.2 days

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$27.3M

Operating deficit

-$4.6M

Voluntary non-profit community

Home revenue

$27.3M

Operating deficit

-$4.6M

Payroll costs

$11.0M

40.4% of revenue

Other operating costs

$20.8M

Total costs $31.9M

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

5 facilities compared · CMS & CA Dept. of Health data


OakView Health Center		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.	Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)	63 Facility 63 CA AVG 103 Rank #1063 / 1657	79.4% Facility 79.4% CA AVG 84.7% Rank #698 / 1530	-6%	5.21 Facility 5.21 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #32 / 345				-69%	+24%	$0 Facility $0 CA AVG $56.5k Rank #1 / 352	89 Facility 89 CA AVG 81 Rank #461 / 1401	9 Facility 9 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #4 / 352	1.5 Facility 1.5 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #2 / 352	-	50	A+	20 Facility 20 CA AVG 57 Rank #1846 / 2092	Bouchard Family Revocable Trust	$15.0M Facility $15.0M CA AVG $17.0M Rank #208 / 346	$8.8M Facility $8.8M CA AVG $7.0M Rank #162 / 346	58.7% Facility 58.7% CA AVG 45.2% Rank #80 / 346	555857
Bayshire Carlsbad		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.	Carlsbad (Palamai)	125 Facility 125 CA AVG 103 Rank #526 / 1657	93.6% Facility 93.6% CA AVG 84.7% Rank #224 / 1530	+11%	3.24 Facility 3.24 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #327 / 345				+54%	-23%	$0 Facility $0 CA AVG $56.5k Rank #1 / 352	79 Facility 79 CA AVG 81 Rank #881 / 1401	26 Facility 26 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #82 / 352	4.3 Facility 4.3 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #189 / 352	-	117	A+	59 Facility 59 CA AVG 57 Rank #1088 / 2092	Skilled Camino LLC	$11.5M Facility $11.5M CA AVG $17.0M Rank #260 / 346	$5.4M Facility $5.4M CA AVG $7.0M Rank #280 / 346	46.9% Facility 46.9% CA AVG 45.2% Rank #195 / 346	555745
Bayshire Rancho Mirage		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.	Rancho Mirage	135 Facility 135 CA AVG 103 Rank #462 / 1657	83.7% Facility 83.7% CA AVG 84.7% Rank #495 / 1530	-1%	3.17 Facility 3.17 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #327 / 345				-51%	-25%	$15.5k Facility $15.5k CA AVG $56.5k Rank #252 / 352	75 Facility 75 CA AVG 81 Rank #973 / 1401	39 Facility 39 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #159 / 352	3.3 Facility 3.3 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #85 / 352	-	113	A+	23 Facility 23 CA AVG 57 Rank #1811 / 2092	Skilled Mirage LLC	$11.8M Facility $11.8M CA AVG $17.0M Rank #253 / 346	$5.1M Facility $5.1M CA AVG $7.0M Rank #289 / 346	43.1% Facility 43.1% CA AVG 45.2% Rank #236 / 346	555775
Heritage Gardens		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.	Loma Linda	64 Facility 64 CA AVG 103 Rank #1051 / 1657	85.9% Facility 85.9% CA AVG 84.7% Rank #436 / 1530	+1%	4.44 Facility 4.44 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #104 / 345				-14%	+5%	$0 Facility $0 CA AVG $56.5k Rank #1 / 352	71 Facility 71 CA AVG 81 Rank #1079 / 1401	45 Facility 45 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #198 / 352	3.8 Facility 3.8 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #147 / 352	1	55	A+	47 Facility 47 CA AVG 57 Rank #1422 / 2092	Cotton Family Revocable Trust	$12.9M Facility $12.9M CA AVG $17.0M Rank #238 / 346	$6.7M Facility $6.7M CA AVG $7.0M Rank #232 / 346	51.9% Facility 51.9% CA AVG 45.2% Rank #146 / 346	55183
The Covington	-	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.	Aliso Viejo	343 Facility 343 CA AVG 103 Rank #37 / 1657	63.3% Facility 63.3% CA AVG 84.7% Rank #1149 / 1530	-25%	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	89 Facility 89 CA AVG 81 Rank #461 / 1401	-	-	-	217	-	36 Facility 36 CA AVG 57 Rank #1628 / 2092		$27.3M Facility $27.3M CA AVG $17.0M Rank #79 / 346	$11.0M Facility $11.0M CA AVG $7.0M Rank #96 / 346	40.4% Facility 40.4% CA AVG 45.2% Rank #269 / 346	555811

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Who is the owner of The Covington?

The legal owner and operator of The Covington is Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors.

Is The Covington in a walkable area?

The Covington has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at The Covington?

The Covington's occupancy is 63%.

Who is the administrator of The Covington?

Donald Cash Benton is the administrator of The Covington.

How many beds does The Covington have?

The Covington has 343 beds.

Has The Covington had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Covington has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.

Are there photos of The Covington?

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