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Nestled in the serene setting of Magnolia Avenue, Long Beach, CA, Vista Del Mar Senior Living is an astounding senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community provides personalized care to meet their special needs and aspirations. The community promotes a bright and friendly environment for seniors to thrive and live their best lives surrounded by sophisticated and pet-friendly amenities.
With a wide array of stimulating activities and enriching events, residents are encouraged to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle to further enhance their cognition and gain meaningful experiences. From breakfast to dinner, the community ensures residents have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Vista Del Mar Senior Living strives to provide a haven for seniors to make the most out of their best years while receiving the utmost care and assistance they deserve.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Vista Del Mar Senior Living is legally operated by 3360 Magnolia Ave., Inc., and administrated by Suzette Johnson.
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
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 24 | 10 | This facility has 140% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 140% worse |
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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.
| 7 | 3 | This facility has 133% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 133% worse |
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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.
| 17 | 4 | This facility has 325% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 325% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 4 | 1.7 | This facility has 135% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 1.7).↑ 135% worse |
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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.
| 117 | 16 | This facility has 631% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (117 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 631% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 107 | 13 | This facility has 723% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (107 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 723% worse |
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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.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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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.
| 87 | 10 | This facility has 770% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (87 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 770% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Vista Del Mar’s inspection record is mixed, with recent deficiencies related to staff criminal record clearance and unsafe water temperatures cited on September 24, 2025. The facility had a few substantiated complaints in 2024 and 2025 involving medication management, fall risk supervision, personal rights violations, and failure to maintain emergency call systems, but most allegations about care, cleanliness, and pest control were unsubstantiated. Complaint investigations from 2023 through 2025 consistently found insufficient evidence to support most allegations, indicating a generally stable but occasionally problematic compliance history.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Engaging Activities
Medication management
4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Long Beach's city center to Vista Del Mar Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Vista Del Mar Senior Living is located in Long Beach, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Vista Del Mar Senior Living |
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. | Long Beach (Vista Del Mar) | 300 | Yes | 58 | 5 | 107 | 7 | 15 | 79.3% | D+ | 3360 Magnolia Ave., Inc. | Private Rooms |
| Brittany House |
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. | Long Beach (Lakewood Village) | 170 | Yes | 61 | 2 | 61 | 10 | 2 | 67.6% | - | Brittany Healthcare LLC | Private Rooms |
| Hacienda Grande Assisted Living |
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.
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. | Long Beach (Traffic Circle Area) | 120 | Yes | 85 | 5 | 21 | 2 | 19 | 40.0% | - | La Casa Primavera, Inc. | Private Rooms |
| Regency Palms Senior Living |
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. | Long Beach (Downtown) | 91 | No | 96 | 5 | 87 | 11 | 7 | 81.3% | - | Global Regency Snr Care Svcs,LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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.
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. | Long Beach (California Heights) | 65 | Yes | 90 | 3 | 9 | - | 2 | 69.2% | - | Atlantic Ave Holdings LLC;Ca Sr. Lvg Mgmt LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Vista Del Mar Senior Living is in the Vista del Mar neighborhood of Long Beach.
The legal owner and operator of Vista Del Mar Senior Living is 3360 Magnolia Ave., Inc..
Vista Del Mar Senior Living has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Vista Del Mar Senior Living's occupancy is 79%.
Suzette Johnson is the administrator of Vista Del Mar Senior Living.
Vista Del Mar Senior Living has 300 beds.
Vista Del Mar Senior Living has had 24 recently reported deficiencies.
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