Apple Ridge Assisted Living is a warm and nurturing environment located in Sacramento, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents while prioritizing peace of mind and safety. The community offers a range of amenities and services designed to promote a fulfilling lifestyle, including delicious meals, scheduled transportation, an active Life Enrichment program, weekly housekeeping, and beautifully landscaped common areas. Residents and their families can rest assured knowing that they are in the care of a professional team committed to meeting individual needs and keeping residents engaged both mentally and physically.
When you walk through the doors of Apple Ridge Assisted Living, you are welcomed home to a vibrant community where seniors can enjoy genuine friendships, quality care, and fun activities. The misconception of memory care communities being sad or lonely environments is dispelled at Apple Ridge, where residents lead full and rich lives. Whether recovering from a hospital stay, seeking respite care, or looking for a supportive environment during a family trip, residents can expect personalized care and a range of engaging activities to maintain a fulfilling lifestyle.
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Apple Ridge Assisted Living has implemented rigorous protocols to ensure the health and safety of residents and staff. These measures include regular temperature and symptom checks, increased sanitization of common areas, providing protective gear, socially distanced activities, and frequent testing for COVID-19. By adhering to the guidelines of the Department of Public Health and maintaining a proactive approach, the community strives to create a secure and comfortable environment for all residents.
People often ask...
Apple Ridge Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $2,800 per month.
Apple Ridge Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care.
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The full address for this community is 3950 Annadale Lane, Sacramento, CA 95821, USA.
Yes, Apple Ridge Assisted Living offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
66
Inspections
26
Type A Citations
23
Type B Citations
5
Years of reports
26 Sept 2024
26 Sept 2024
Identified lack of proper documentation for staff and residents, safety hazards in the backyard, and improper medication storage during inspection.
§ 87412(a)
§ 87609(a)(b)
§ 87465(h)(2)
19 Sept 2024
19 Sept 2024
Identified elopement incident resulting in resident being found 2.8 miles away from the facility. Inadequate supervision and safety checks led to resident being unsafe and experiencing pain.
§ 1569.312(d)
19 Sept 2024
19 Sept 2024
Conducted case management visit to follow up on incident report regarding a resident's medication shortage leading to ER visit. No deficiencies found during visit.
19 Sept 2024
19 Sept 2024
Identified deficiencies in reporting incidents to the Department of Social Services during a recent visit.
§ 87211(a)(1)
03 Sept 2024
03 Sept 2024
No deficiencies were cited during the visit and technical assistance was provided regarding notifications of changes in room use.
29 Aug 2024
29 Aug 2024
Determined violation of fire safety regulations during the inspection.
§ 87202(a)
22 Aug 2024
22 Aug 2024
Identified immediate exclusion orders were issued following a case management visit. Staff member was removed from all shifts.
06 Aug 2024
06 Aug 2024
Confirmed allegations of medication errors and inadequate response to residents' toileting needs, while dismissing claims of pressure injuries, resident-on-resident harassment, and oxygen withholding.
§ 87464(f)(1)
§ 87465(c)2
06 Aug 2024
06 Aug 2024
Confirmed inadequate medication management resulting in missed doses and hospitalizations for a resident at the facility.
11 Jun 2024
11 Jun 2024
All requirements were met during the inspection, leading to overall compliance with regulations for the facility.
30 May 2024
30 May 2024
Found during the visit cleanliness, safety standards, and supplies of a potential assisted living facility needing improvement.
25 Apr 2024
25 Apr 2024
Confirmed Administrator's understanding of facility operation, admission policies, staffing requirements, emergency preparedness, and other licensing laws during the COMP II interview.
22 Apr 2024
22 Apr 2024
Reviewed incident reports involving medication error and alleged physical abuse. Staff member involved in medication error was terminated, while insufficient evidence was found regarding physical abuse allegation.
§ 87465(a)(4)
11 Apr 2024
11 Apr 2024
Reviewed incident reports regarding improper administration of injections by a former employee.
§ 87465(a)(5)
14 Mar 2024
14 Mar 2024
Reviewed eviction notice did not meet regulatory requirements.
§ 87224(a)
07 Mar 2024
07 Mar 2024
Cited deficiencies were observed during the visit, including issues with providing appropriate equipment for residents and inadequate monitoring of resident health conditions. Additionally, the facility was cited for insufficient care staff.
§ 87466
§ 87411(a)
§ 87464(f)(1)
22 Feb 2024
22 Feb 2024
Confirmed no deficiencies found during the visit and provided necessary updated documents to the facility.
12 Jan 2024
12 Jan 2024
Inspection found no deficiencies at the facility, which was clean, sanitary, and in compliance with regulations.
12 Jan 2024
12 Jan 2024
Confirmed allegations of staff not ensuring fresh clothing for residents and access to running water were unsubstantiated, while findings of lack of staff training and supervision, as well as facility disrepair, were also deemed unsubstantiated.
11 Dec 2023
11 Dec 2023
Found no evidence of medication being stored improperly and inaccessible to residents at the facility.
07 Dec 2023
07 Dec 2023
Confirmed multiple allegations including staff speaking inappropriately to residents, residents left unsupervised, and construction posing risk. Other allegations were not substantiated, including staff safeguarding personal items and ensuring facility security. Staff to resident ratio improved, and cleanliness of the facility was found to be satisfactory.
30 Nov 2023
30 Nov 2023
Identified deficiencies in resident assessments and follow-up care after a change in condition.
§ 87463(a)
30 Nov 2023
30 Nov 2023
Confirmed that there were deficiencies in providing appropriate care and supervision to a resident leading to altercations with other residents resulting in serious injuries.
§ 87468.1(a)(3)
15 Nov 2023
15 Nov 2023
Confirmed that staff at the facility did not follow infection control practices, including not wearing masks properly and not having appropriate signage and supplies for COVID-19 precautions.
§ 87470(b)(2)
30 Oct 2023
30 Oct 2023
Confirmed no deficiencies observed during the visit regarding an incident report involving illegal drugs in one resident's possession.
26 Oct 2023
26 Oct 2023
Found insufficient evidence to prove specific allegations regarding medication administration, property safeguarding, cleanliness of resident bathrooms, provision of water, responsiveness to call button requests, provision of showers, or staff treatment of residents.
18 Oct 2023
18 Oct 2023
Identified several areas of non-compliance during the conference, including concerns related to care, supervision, assessments, personal rights, and observation of residents. Actions taken to address these issues were discussed with the facility representatives.
18 Sept 2023
18 Sept 2023
Identified deficiencies in care, assessments, and medical planning during a visit by the Licensing Program Analyst.
§ 87405(d)(1)
§ 87463(a)(1)
18 Sept 2023
18 Sept 2023
Confirmed findings of neglect in meeting resident needs and failure to provide proper medical care resulting in serious injury.
§ 87464(f)(1)
§ 87464(f)(1)
§ 87465(g)
§ 87464(d)
18 Sept 2023
18 Sept 2023
Confirmed that basic care needs were not met, resulting in harm to a resident with a serious injury.
§ 87464(d)
§ 87464(f)(1)
§ 87465(g)
§ 87464(f)(1)
15 Sept 2023
15 Sept 2023
Confirmed that a resident's emergency contact was not notified about the resident's emergency hospitalization incidents, which constituted a deficiency.
§ 87468.1(a)(8)
15 Sept 2023
15 Sept 2023
Investigated allegations of failure to notify a resident's emergency contact about a hospitalization and improper handling of resident's belongings, determining insufficient evidence to support these claims.
29 Aug 2023
29 Aug 2023
Visited facility for case management visit following administrator change, no deficiencies cited.
03 Aug 2023
03 Aug 2023
Reviewed fall documentation and interviewed residents, finding that allegations of inadequate incontinent care and showering were unsubstantiated.
01 Aug 2023
01 Aug 2023
Identified deficiencies in medication administration, staff files, and first aid kit during inspection.
§ 87465(d)(3)
§ 87355(e)(3)
§ 87412(a)
§ 87411(d)
§ 87309(a)
24 Jul 2023
24 Jul 2023
Confirmed mishandling of residents' medications while in care.
13 Jul 2023
13 Jul 2023
Reviewed allegations of medication refusals and lack of medication refills as well as cleanliness of bathrooms, but insufficient evidence to prove violations.
06 Jul 2023
06 Jul 2023
Confirmed understanding of licensing laws and regulations during the inspection.
29 Jun 2023
29 Jun 2023
Found an incident where the wrong medication was administered to a resident, who was then sent to the Emergency Room.
§ 87465(a)(4)
22 Jun 2023
22 Jun 2023
Investigated the allegation of illegal eviction; determined there was insufficient evidence to prove or disprove it, as relocation of the two residents was due to their need for a higher level of care.
22 Jun 2023
22 Jun 2023
Conducted interviews and tours, inspected rooms, and found allegations of incontinent care and meal service issues were unsubstantiated. Staff restroom complaint was unfounded.
19 May 2023
19 May 2023
Identified positive Noro Virus cases and discussed infection control measures during a virtual meeting.
04 May 2023
04 May 2023
Reviewed a case where a resident with aggressive behaviors was transferred to a higher level of care facility. Determined there was insufficient evidence to confirm or deny the allegation of inadequate care.
26 Apr 2023
26 Apr 2023
Reviewed an allegation about insufficient toilet accessibility for a wheelchair user. Identified that while assistance was provided, the bathroom door was too narrow, making the allegation inconclusive.
15 Mar 2023
15 Mar 2023
Confirmed positive cases of Scabies were discussed and an Infection Control Plan was implemented during the meeting.
08 Mar 2023
08 Mar 2023
Confirmed deficiency in reporting requirement regarding cases of Scabies.
§ 87211(a)(1)
08 Mar 2023
08 Mar 2023
Confirmed outbreak of Scabies at the facility.
§ 87466
03 Mar 2023
03 Mar 2023
Found that most residents were satisfied with the care and cleanliness of the facility, but one resident had been transferred to a different facility for higher level of care. Allegations of neglect could not be proven due to lack of evidence.
21 Feb 2023
21 Feb 2023
Identified deficiencies related to accessibility and maintenance issues during the inspection.
§ 87303(1)(1)
§ 87307(a)(d)
19 Oct 2022
19 Oct 2022
Investigated allegations of financial abuse at a retirement home; found insufficient evidence to support claims due to inability to locate and interview the alleged victim, who resided briefly in 2019. Staff interviewed denied the abuse, and no violations or deficiencies were noted.
11 Oct 2022
11 Oct 2022
Confirmed pressure injuries were not properly assessed, reported, or treated, resulting in substantiated allegations.
§ 87464(f)(1)
§ 87466
04 Oct 2022
04 Oct 2022
Identified deficiencies in procedures and documentation during a case management visit on October 4, 2022.
§ 87101(a)
§ 87463(a)(3)
04 Aug 2022
04 Aug 2022
Inspection found one deficiency during the visit, but overall the facility was found to be clean, well-maintained, and in compliance with regulations.
§ 87411
20 Jun 2022
20 Jun 2022
Inspection results showed no deficiencies at the facility.
27 Jan 2022
27 Jan 2022
Conducted annual inspection, found facility in compliance with regulations.
16 Dec 2021
16 Dec 2021
Inspection found no deficiencies at the facility, which was clean and in good repair with proper safety measures in place.
24 Aug 2021
24 Aug 2021
Confirmed no violations during inspection.
27 Jul 2021
27 Jul 2021
Identified deficiencies in the physical plant during an annual inspection.
§ 87203
§ 87211
12 Feb 2021
12 Feb 2021
Reviewed allegations of unexplained bruising on a resident and found the complaint to be unsubstantiated.
31 Jan 2021
31 Jan 2021
Identified deficiency in timely communication of resident's injuries to family/responsible person.
§ 87466
29 Jan 2021
29 Jan 2021
Confirmed changes in ownership and current Administrator of record during the tele-visit.
14 Jan 2021
14 Jan 2021
Investigated and dismissed a false allegation of a resident testing positive for illegal drugs at the facility.
14 Jan 2021
14 Jan 2021
Determined that the allegation of over-billing was unfounded since the resident in question had moved to a different location prior to the alleged incident.
26 Feb 2020
26 Feb 2020
No deficiencies were found during the inspection.
29 Jan 2020
29 Jan 2020
Confirmed no deficiencies found during inspection.
04 Oct 2019
04 Oct 2019
Inspection identified deficiencies related to medication administration and facility paperwork, with corrective actions required.