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Varenna at Fountaingrove is an idyllic retreat surrounded by lush natural spaces in Santa Rosa, CA, offering independent living. Residents enjoy scenic views and live comfortably in beautifully designed and cozy accommodations. The community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay, promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment.
Residents here can live actively and make new friends with plenty of recreational activities and wellness opportunities. With different dining venues on-site, residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a spa, a swimming pool, a wellness center, a library, pet parks, and serene walking paths.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%Varenna at Fountaingrove is legally operated by Varenna Llc, Gallaher Sr Lvg; Wellquest Living Llc, and administrated by Douglas Blake.
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.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 10 | This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 3 | 3 | This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 0.7 | 1.7 | This facility has 59% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 59% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.2 | 3.3 | This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 22 | 16 | This facility has 38% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (22 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 38% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 8 | 13 | This facility has 38% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 38% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 9 | 7 | This facility has 29% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 29% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies cited in the last four inspections, including the most recent on March 25, 2026. A single deficiency for improper food storage was cited on May 30, 2023, and a prior complaint investigation in April 2021 substantiated a confidentiality breach but no other violations. Complaint investigations since 2021 have been unsubstantiated, and the facility’s record shows consistent compliance with infection control, emergency preparedness, and staff training requirements.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Room Sizes: 601 - 956 / 1,035 - 2,775 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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3.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Santa Rosa's city center to Varenna at Fountaingrove's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Varenna at Fountaingrove is located in Santa Rosa, California.
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| Varenna at Fountaingrove |
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 | 322 | No | 12 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 18 | 75.2% | - | Varenna LLC, Gallaher Sr. Lvg; Wellquest Living LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Solstice Senior Living at Santa Rosa |
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 | - | Yes | 19 | - | - | - | - | - | A+ | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
The legal owner and operator of Varenna at Fountaingrove is Varenna Llc, Gallaher Sr Lvg; Wellquest Living Llc.
Varenna at Fountaingrove has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Varenna at Fountaingrove's occupancy is 75%.
Douglas Blake is the administrator of Varenna at Fountaingrove.
Varenna at Fountaingrove has 322 beds.
Varenna at Fountaingrove has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.
Varenna at Fountaingrove is located at 1401 Fountaingrove Pkwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95403.
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