The Ridge

Assisted Living in Westlake Village

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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 Ridge

Assisted Living in Westlake Village

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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The Ridge accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of The Ridge

The Ridge at Westlake Village, a luxury senior living community in the heart of the coveted Westlake Village, California, provides a lavish sanctuary for older adults seeking an exceptional senior living experience. The Ridge features a variety of senior living options, including retirement living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring all-around care and support for all residents. The community’s professional team members provide individualized assistance 24 hours a day and personal care plans tailored to encourage residents’ well-being and maximize independence, fulfillment, security, and peace of mind.

With a focus on offering a retirement lifestyle that exceeds expectations, The Ridge provides a serene and sophisticated living experience through their wonderful amenities, including a full-service restaurant, cafe and lounge, full-service salon and barber shop, activity room, wellness and fitness center, courtyard and walking paths, movie theater, and Sky Terrace & lounge. Residents benefit from all-day dining, scheduled transportation, weekly housekeeping, an emergency response system, and various social and educational programs, with additional services like medication management and personal care support available.

(509) 382-2575

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.
4/5 ▲ 0.9 California average: 3.1/5
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.
3/5 ▲ 0.2 California average: 2.8/5
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.
3/5 ▼ 0.1 California average: 3.1/5
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.
5/5 ▲ 0.9 California average: 4.1/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to California state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 132nd out of 271 homes in California.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 58m per day
Rank #132 / 271Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 132nd out of 271 homes in California.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the California average, with a ranking across 271 California SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility California avg (4h 13m per day)
vs California avg
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Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 35m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.

Similar occupancy to the California average: 84.7%
Occupancy rate 85% Rank #87 / 277Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 277 homes in California.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its statewide rank out of 277. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 64 days
Occupancy rate
85% Rank #87 / 277Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 277 homes in California.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its statewide rank out of 277. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
64 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

52% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

14% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$10.1M
Profit
$1.2M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$10.1M Rank #119 / 275Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th out of 275 homes in California.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the California SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Profit
$1.2M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #150 / 275Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 275 homes in California.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the California average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$3.5M
34.9% of revenue Rank #176 / 275Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 176th out of 275 homes in California.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the California average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.4M
Total costs $8.9M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #151 / 229Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st out of 229 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 385 / 450 / 580 / 745 / 1030 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Ridge

Assisted Living Memory Care

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans

Sierra Ii Tv
Cascade Ii Tv
Larkspur Scaled
Santiago Tv

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Ridge is located in Suite 203 Westlake Village, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority
General 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

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

Benefits
Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year) Weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings)

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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Suite 203 Westlake Village's city center to The Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.77 miles to nearest hospital (Los Robles Regional Medical Center)

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

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

Compare Assisted Living around Westlake Village 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.

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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.

Suite 203 Westlake Village-Yes 58 85.0% Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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