Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Santa Rosa, CA

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Santa Rosa, CA

Overview of Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living

Located in the picturesque city of Petaluma, California, Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living is a dedicated senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents indulge in comfort and relaxation in beautifully designed and spacious studios and one-bedroom apartments. The community is surrounded with an engaging combination of boutiques, antiques shops, specialty stores, historic buildings and a thriving restaurant scene, offering a vibrant setting for active living.

The community makes sure that residents are getting the right amount of care by customizing their care plans to suit their varying needs and preferences. From assistance with daily living activities to specialized memory care support, residents are sure to receive the care they need and deserve. Weekly housekeeping and linen services are provided so residents can freely enjoy the community’s many amenities, such as restaurant-style dining, a bistro, cozy sitting areas, a salon and inviting library and reading room.

(707) 776-2885
Bed community size
95-bed community Rank #811 / 1658Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 811th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
3 years in operation Rank #1208 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1208th 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: 37 / 100 Rank #1606 / 2093Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1606th 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
Rank #634 / 1530Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 634th 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
78 / 95
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 1, 2023
CountySonoma
RCFE Number496804150

Ownership & Operating Entity

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living is legally operated by Integral Senior Living Management Llc, and administrated by Lauren Cottman.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Branded ProgramsVibrant Life®, Elevate® dining, Generations Memory Care
Specific ProgramsVibrant Life®, Elevate Dining®

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$3,990 per month

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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.

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

Inspection score: 67 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 14 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 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 6 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (80% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (200% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (125% above)
• Citations per year (82% above)
• Total visits (31% above)
• Other visits (43% above)
4 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (73% below)
• Complaint visits (31% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
• Complaint investigations (30% below)
Latest Inspection April 17, 2026

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. 1810 This facility has 80% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% 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. 93 This facility has 200% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 200% worse Rank #1033 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1033rd 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. 94 This facility has 125% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 125% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2023. 63.3 This facility has 82% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↑ 82% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.93.3 This facility has 73% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.9 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 73% 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. 2116 This facility has 31% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (21 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 31% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 913 This facility has 31% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 31% better Rank #814 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 814th 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. 107 This facility has 43% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 43% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 710 This facility has 30% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better

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 March 13, 2026, substantiated one deficiency for failure to provide a timely resident reappraisal and written notification of increased care costs.
  • Multiple inspections from May 2024 through October 2025 cited repeated failures to provide adequate supervision to residents with dementia, resulting in elopements and civil penalties totaling $2,500.
  • Several inspections from 2023 to 2025 documented ongoing safety issues including unlocked medications, hot water temperatures exceeding limits in multiple bathrooms, and a persistent rodent infestation in kitchen and dining areas.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 15.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Petaluma's city center to Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living is located in Petaluma, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living

What neighborhood is Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living in?

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living is in the Petaluma neighborhood of Petaluma.

Who is the owner of Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living is Integral Senior Living Management Llc.

Is Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living in a walkable area?

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living?

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living's occupancy is 82%.

Who is the administrator of Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living?

Lauren Cottman is the administrator of Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living.

How many beds does Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living have?

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living has 95 beds.

Has Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Windsong of Sonoma Senior Living has had 19 recently reported deficiencies.

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