Inspection History

In Nevada, the Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance performs unannounced onsite surveys to evaluate resident safety and care quality.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 55 deficiencies 9 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Nevada state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. Nevada state average
Overall vs. NV average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Nevada average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (103% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Nevada average:
• Total deficiencies (11% below)
• Deficiencies per year (11% below)
• Total inspections (57% below)
Latest Inspection May 19, 2025

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

This FacilityNV Averagevs. NV Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 5562 This facility has 11% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (55 vs. NV avg 62).↓ 11% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2020. 9.210.3 This facility has 11% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (9.2 vs. NV avg 10.3).↓ 11% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 6.13 This facility has 103% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (6.1 vs. NV avg 3).↑ 103% worse

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

This FacilityNV Averagevs. NV Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 921 This facility has 57% fewer total inspections than a typical Nevada assisted living residence (9 vs. NV avg 21).↓ 57% better

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

  • May 19, 2025 annual inspection found 25 deficiencies including expired food, medication errors, incomplete training, and expired facility license, resulting in a grade of D.
  • October 24, 2024 complaint investigation found two complaints unsubstantiated with no deficiencies cited.
  • August 1, 2023 annual inspection identified 29 deficiencies involving oversight failures, staffing shortages, medication errors, and missing documentation, also resulting in a grade of D.

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Address 9.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Reno's city center to Valley of Golden Ages's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance.

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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Facility 1
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NV AVG 80.5%
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38
Facility 38
NV AVG 17.2
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8
49
Facility 49
NV AVG 62
Rank #145 / 251
6.1
Facility 6.1
NV AVG 3.0
Rank #225 / 251
Apolinario Gozon
Atria Summit Ridge
AL
IL
RC
Reno (Summit Ridge Drive)
85
Facility 85
NV AVG 42
Rank #71 / 321
Yes
41
Facility 41
NV AVG 45
Rank #250 / 414
Studio / 1 Bed
28
Facility 28
NV AVG 14
Rank #32 / 277
87.1%
Facility 87.1%
NV AVG 80.5%
Rank #115 / 256
-31
141
Facility 141
NV AVG 62
Rank #228 / 251
4.5
Facility 4.5
NV AVG 3.0
Rank #205 / 251
Brian Newman
Park Place Assisted Living
AL
MC
Reno (West University)
60
Facility 60
NV AVG 42
Rank #83 / 321
Yes
6
Facility 6
NV AVG 45
Rank #396 / 414
Studio
29
Facility 29
NV AVG 14
Rank #19 / 277
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
NV AVG 80.5%
Rank #197 / 256
-33
92
Facility 92
NV AVG 62
Rank #205 / 251
2.8
Facility 2.8
NV AVG 3.0
Rank #142 / 251
Amy Roukie
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IL
Reno (Plumas Street)
45
Facility 45
NV AVG 42
Rank #93 / 321
Yes
60
Facility 60
NV AVG 45
Rank #105 / 414
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
37
Facility 37
NV AVG 14
Rank #10 / 277
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
NV AVG 80.5%
Rank #123 / 256
-21
107
Facility 107
NV AVG 62
Rank #215 / 251
5.1
Facility 5.1
NV AVG 3.0
Rank #217 / 251
Nicole Owczarski
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AL
Reno (North Valleys)
6
Facility 6
NV AVG 42
Rank #279 / 321
No
0
Facility 0
NV AVG 45
Rank #410 / 414
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6
Facility 6
NV AVG 14
Rank #185 / 277
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
NV AVG 80.5%
Rank #124 / 256
6
Facility 6
NV AVG 17.2
Rank #81 / 95
9
55
Facility 55
NV AVG 62
Rank #158 / 251
6.1
Facility 6.1
NV AVG 3.0
Rank #225 / 251
Ernesto Beltejar Jr.

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Nevada

Valley of Golden Ages is located in Reno, Nevada.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Nevada.

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Home and Community Based Waiver

Nevada Medicaid HCBW

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nevada resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NV

High urban demand (e.g., Las Vegas); rural challenges.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Nevada Senior Services Program

NV SSP

Age 60+
General Nevada resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$1,800/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
NV

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Personal Care Services (PCS)

Nevada Personal Care Services

Age 19+ (65+ for seniors focus)
General Nevada resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with 1+ ADL.
Income Limits (2025) ~$967/month (individual); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NV

Self-directed (family can be paid); statewide via DHHS.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Limited homemaker services Respite (~200 hours/year)

Senior Rx Program

Nevada Senior Rx Program

Age 65+
General Nevada resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
NV

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; funded by tobacco settlement.

Benefits
Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Nevada Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Nevada resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NV

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Nevada Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Nevada Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Nevada resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NV

5 AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Nevada VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Nevada resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NV

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Valley of Golden Ages

What neighborhood is Valley of Golden Ages in?

Valley of Golden Ages is in the North Valleys neighborhood of Reno.

When does Valley of Golden Ages's license expire?

According to NV state health department records, Valley of Golden Ages's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Valley of Golden Ages?

Valley of Golden Ages's occupancy is 83%.

Who is the administrator of Valley of Golden Ages?

Ernesto Beltejar Jr is the administrator of Valley of Golden Ages.

How many beds does Valley of Golden Ages have?

Valley of Golden Ages has 6 beds.

What is the address of Valley of Golden Ages?

Valley of Golden Ages is located at 2680 Margaret Dr, Reno, NV 89506.

What is the phone number of Valley of Golden Ages?

(775) 762-2162 will put you in contact with the team at Valley of Golden Ages.

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