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Nursing Home in California

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

The Orchards Assisted Living

Nursing Home in California

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

The Orchards Assisted Living

1 AMISTAD DRIVE, RANCHO MISSION VIEJO, CA 92694 View map
Overview of The Orchards Assisted Living
Orchards Assisted Living is located in Medford, Oregon. It offers compassionate assisted living services with a focus on dignity, independence, and individuality. The community features studio and one-bedroom apartments, along with various activities and amenities to enhance residents' quality of life.
(949) 443-8900

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5
California average: 3.6/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
4/5
California average: 3.2/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
5/5
California average: 3.5/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
4/5
California average: 4.3/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
5h 13m per day

This home provides 19% more nursing time per resident than the California average.

California average: 4h 23m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 90

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the California average
Occupancy rate 72%
Residents per day (avg) 39
Occupancy rate
72%
Residents per day (avg)
39

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

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

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

81% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 22 days

Private pay

19% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.8M
Operating loss
-$2.8M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15,804,993.00
Operating loss
$-2,800,633.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.0M
44% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.6M
Total costs $18.6M
Bed community size
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
5 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Residential Care Elderly
Status Licensed
Issuance November 24, 2020
County: ORANGE

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 555922
Awards: 2024 AHCA/NCAL Bronze National Quality Award

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: ORCHARDS HC LLC, THE

Care Services

Nursing Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Meals
Housekeeping
Activities Program
Medication Management
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Nursing Involvement

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Living Options, Assisted Living, Our Community, Services and Amenities, Community News, Helpful Articles, Family Resources, Photos, Contact, Career Opportunities

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Meals are served in the beautiful dining room located on the main floor of the assisted living building. Our menus feature home-style food, fresh salads, desserts, and choice of entree.
Contact The Orchards Assisted Living

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.

3 visits

California average: 16 visits

Breakdown by visit type

0 total complaint visits

0 other visits Info 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

13 total complaint visits

7 other visits

2 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

California average: 14 complaints

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 3

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

Total health citations 39

California average 50.2

Citations per inspection
13

California average 4.65


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

38 of 39 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 39 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations More info California average: 0.4

0 serious citations More info California average: 1

32 moderate citations More info California average: 47.2

7 minor citations More info California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Apr 17, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around California 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 · Updated Apr 2026

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The Orchards Assisted Living
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.

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Spieker, Meghan
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A & J Assisted Living
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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.

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A1 Del Monte Stockton
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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.

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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.

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Abbey Road Villa
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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.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Studio Floor Plan
Studio Floor Plan
1 Bedroom Floor Plan
1 Bedroom Floor Plan

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Address 3.3 miles from city center

Address 1 AMISTAD DRIVE, RANCHO MISSION VIEJO, CA 92694

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 122
Employees 63
Contractors 59
Staff to resident ratio 3.05:1
3049900% better than California average

California average ratio: 0.00:1

Avg staff/day 43
Average shift 7.2 hours
6% worse than California average

California average: 7.7 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 28,294
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 8
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 34
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 35
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

18.8%

5,308 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 20 Certified Nursing Assistant: 9 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 6 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Qualified Social Worker: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant2693510,43491100%7.3
Licensed Practical Nurse1420346,40291100%7.6
Other Dietary Services Staff5052,36591100%7.8
Registered Nurse8081,94491100%7.5
Physical Therapy Assistant0441,0747987%6.5
Speech Language Pathologist0668788391%6.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist3037986571%8.4
Physical Therapy Aide0667647279%6.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0666548492%4.7
Administrator1015126470%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014806167%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014565763%8
RN Director of Nursing1014485662%8
Qualified Social Worker0554066470%6.2
Dietitian1012803538%8
Dental Services Staff1011802325%7.8
Occupational Therapy Aide0111682527%6.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant0112833%9.3
Medical Director011151314%1.2
Feeding Assistant101811%8
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
34 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 87%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 91%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 79%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 92%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 63%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 62%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 38%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 25%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 27%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days 1%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
40 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
26 residents (65%)
Private pay or other
14 residents (35%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.7
31% worse than California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 14.6
29% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 14.3%
29% worse than California average

California average: 11.1%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 15.0%
33% worse than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.1%
88% worse than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 1.4%
72% better than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 16.0%
280% worse than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.6%
55% worse than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.7%
In line with California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
53% better than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.5%
7% better than California average

California average: 93.2%

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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