Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
The Orchards
The Orchards is an Independent Living Home in California
The Orchards is an Independent Living Home in California
The Orchards
The Orchards is an Independent Living Home in California
The Orchards is an Independent Living Home in California
The Orchard is an upscale independent living community in Ventura, CA, that features newly renovated apartments for older adults. The community fosters a sense of belonging with its home-like environment. Housekeeping, personalized home health care, and restaurant-style dining are among the high-quality services offered, so residents can maintain their independence with ease. With its well thought out amenities, the community ensures residents can live their later years to the fullest.
Light exercises, therapy services, and recreational opportunities also provide residents with plenty of options to spend their days actively and happily. Private walking trails, a fitness center, and a reflection room can also be used for residents’ leisure and wellness. Cafes, dental clinics, and local amenities also surround the area, ensuring easy access to entertainment options and needs. This independent living community is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has a wide range of services and amenities that aim to help older adults live comfortably during their stay.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
150
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
87.4%
Residents per day (avg)
139
Occupancy rate
87.4%
Residents per day (avg)
139
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
10% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
87% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
24 days
Medicaid
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
4 - 5 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$20.2M
Operating loss
-$489.5K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$20,205,589.00
Operating loss
$-489,524.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.3M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$20.7M
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Types of Care at The Orchards
Independent Living
Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.Compare Independent Living around Ventura County
Chapel Lane Senior Apartments
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Ventura
62
No
57
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Orchards
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Ventura
-
Yes
36
FRANK, ANGEL
87.4%
$13,940,562.00
$5,976,785.00
42.9%
110.50
2/5
3.8804
2/5
3/5
3/5
1
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bella Vista at Promontory Point
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Ventura
-
No
82
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
2 Bed / 3 Bed
Johnson Gardens Apartments
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Ventura
-
No
37
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silvercrest Residences
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Ventura
-
No
56
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Studio
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9.8 miles from city center
10949 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA 93004
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
CA MSSP
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
- General: Age 62+, 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.
- CA Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
CA ALW
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
CA CARES
- 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.
- CA Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
CA LIHEAP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
California IHSS
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
CA MSSP
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
CA PTP
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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.
- CA Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
CA ALW
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
CA CARES
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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.
- CA Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
CA LIHEAP
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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