The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care
Memory Care & Respite Care · Santa Rosa, CA

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care

Memory Care & Respite Care · Santa Rosa, CA

Overview of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care

Ideally located near Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center in Santa Rosa, CA, The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is a distinct community specializing in memory care. Focusing on the needs of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community provides specialized care and support to enhance their cognition from a compassionate and specially trained team available 24/7. Medication management and monthly wellness checks with nurses are provided to keep residents healthy.

Fun activities and stimulating programs are conducted, empowering residents to spend their retirement without the restraints of dementia. The community also accommodates special diets, providing residents with healthy and delicious meals that satisfy their nutritional needs and preferences. Cherish every moment of your best years with the community’s trusted and genuine care.

(707) 544-4909
Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #1051 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1051st out of 1658 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #738 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 738th out of 1487 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #1557 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1557th out of 2093 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
36%
Rank #1455 / 1530Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1455th out of 1530 homes in California for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1530. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
23 / 64
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusClosed
IssuanceAugust 8, 2017
CountySonoma

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is legally operated by Onelife Senior Living Llc, Fm Santa Rosa Investors, and administrated by Denise Downey.

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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.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection score: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 9 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (540% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (1067% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (625% above)
• Citations per year (540% above)
• Total visits (444% above)
• Complaint visits (254% above)
• Other visits (414% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (280% above)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (79% below)
Latest Inspection October 2, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 6410 This facility has 540% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (64 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 540% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 353 This facility has 1067% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (35 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 1067% worse Rank #1161 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1161st out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 294 This facility has 625% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 625% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 12.82 This facility has 540% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (12.8 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 540% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.73.3 This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 8716 This facility has 444% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (87 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 444% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 4613 This facility has 254% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (46 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 254% worse Rank #1345 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1345th 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 367 This facility has 414% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (36 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 414% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 3810 This facility has 280% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (38 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 280% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 2, 2025 found the facility safe and comfortable with no deficiencies cited.
  • The facility had multiple substantiated complaints in 2024 and 2025 involving insufficient staffing, medication errors, failure to report abuse timely, and unresolved electrical and fire safety deficiencies.
  • Several inspections noted recurring issues with staff training, medication management, and maintaining safe environmental conditions, showing inconsistent compliance over time.

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Housing Options: Studio / Semi-Private

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Rosa's city center to The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is located in Santa Rosa, 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)

Compare Memory Care around Santa Rosa

The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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Brookdale Paulin Creek
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.

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.

Santa Rosa
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #700 / 1658
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #531 / 2093
5
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #850 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #511 / 1487
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #822 / 1368
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Vine Ridge at Cloverdale
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.

Cloverdale (Rancho De Amigos)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #727 / 1658
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 57
Rank #1181 / 2093
5
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1270 / 1397
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1033 / 1164
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1487
44.4%
Facility 44.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1303 / 1368
Western Living Concepts IncStudio / Semi-Private
The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care
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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Santa Rosa
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #1051 / 1658
No
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 57
Rank #1557 / 2093
5
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 13
Rank #1345 / 1397
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 3
Rank #1161 / 1164
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #738 / 1487
35.9%
Facility 35.9%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1338 / 1368
Onelife Senior Living LLC, Fm Santa Rosa InvestorsStudio / Semi-Private

Frequently Asked Questions about The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care

Who is the owner of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

The legal owner and operator of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care is Onelife Senior Living Llc, Fm Santa Rosa Investors.

Is The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care in a walkable area?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care's occupancy is 36%.

Who is the administrator of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

Denise Downey is the administrator of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care.

How many beds does The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care have?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care has 64 beds.

Has The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care has had 64 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care?

Yes — there are 6 photos of The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.

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