Overview of The Orchards

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.

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Walk Score: 36 / 100 Rank #1628 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1628th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Address 9.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ventura's city center to The Orchards's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California

The Orchards is located in Ventura, 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.
CA

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.
CA

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Orchards

What neighborhood is The Orchards in?

The Orchards is in the Telegraph Road neighborhood.

Is The Orchards in a walkable area?

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

Are there photos of The Orchards?

Yes — there are 7 photos of The Orchards in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Orchards?

The Orchards is located at 10949 Telegraph Rd, Ventura, CA 93004.

What is the phone number of The Orchards?

(805) 288-3186 will put you in contact with the team at The Orchards.

Does The Orchards provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — The Orchards is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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