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Peacefully nestled next to Victory Valley Museum on Apple Valley Road, Apple Valley, CA, Whispering Winds of Apple Valley is a trusted community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents here receive top-notch care and assistance tailored to their special needs from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Promoting a pet-friendly and safe environment, specially designed and cozy accommodations in various studio to two-bedroom floor plans are available.
To enhance residents’ cognition and quality of life, stimulating activities and enriching programs cater to their enjoyment and wellness. Chef-prepared meals are also served to satisfy residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. The community also offers neuroplasticity therapy, medication management, and rehabilitation to enhance residents’ living conditions. Experience a worry-free retirement amidst the community’s welcoming spaces.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Whispering Winds of Apple Valley is legally operated by Welltower Pegasus Tenant Llc; Psl Associates Llc, and administrated by Jeffrey Gollihar.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.
Above the California average for assisted living residences.
California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100
Inspection score: 82 out of 100. Letter grade B-. Above the California average for assisted living residences.
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.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% 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.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better |
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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.
| 0 | 4 | This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 0.3 | 1.7 | This facility has 82% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 82% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.1 | 3.3 | This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% 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.
| 14 | 16 | This facility has 13% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 13% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 7 | 13 | This facility has 46% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 46% 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.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
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Jeff is the Executive Director at Whispering Winds of Apple Valley, bringing over 15 years of experience in elder care. He has served in skilled nursing facilities and several assisted living communities, dedicating the past five years to leadership roles. Jeff is committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment that fosters a true sense of belonging for residents and their families.
5.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Apple Valley's city center to Whispering Winds of Apple Valley's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Whispering Winds of Apple Valley is located in Apple Valley, California.
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| Whispering Winds of Apple Valley |
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. | Apple Valley (Apple Valley Road) | 116 | Yes | 52 | 4 | 7
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7
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#719 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 7
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7
CA AVG
13
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#804 / 1485 |
83.6%
Facility
83.6%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#401 / 1249 | Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC; Psl Associates LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Valley Crest 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.
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. | Apple Valley | 65 | No | 37 | 1 | 1
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1
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#210 / 1397 | 1
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1
CA AVG
3.2
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#413 / 1164 | 1
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1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1387 / 1485 |
64.6%
Facility
64.6%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#960 / 1249 | Valley Crest Memory Care LLC | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley is in the Apple Valley Road neighborhood of Apple Valley.
The legal owner and operator of Whispering Winds of Apple Valley is Welltower Pegasus Tenant Llc; Psl Associates Llc.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley's occupancy is 84%.
Jeffrey Gollihar is the administrator of Whispering Winds of Apple Valley.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley has 116 beds.
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
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