Anaheim, California
Ardent Care
Assisted Living · Memory Care
1665 South Brookhurst Street, Anaheim, CA 92804
Ardent Care is a small assisted living community in Anaheim, California, offering both assisted living and memory care services.
- Licensed capacity
- 27 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- August 2016
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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Findings to review
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 4
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 5
AI summary
Ardent Care has 3 Type A findings (the most severe class, tied to resident safety or care) across 10 years of operation, and notably 4 additional Type A findings turned up in the past three years alone through complaint investigations.
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- Recent 3 years — The recent slice shows more Type A activity than the lifetime pace would suggest, with 4 Type A and 4 Type B citations surfacing from complaint-related visits in just the last three years, compared to 3 Type A total across the full 10-year history.
- Complaints — Thirteen complaint investigations occurred in the past three years despite zero complaint investigations being logged for the rest of the licensed period, a sharp concentration worth understanding.
- Substantiated allegations — Of the allegations investigated over the full licensed period, 10 were substantiated and 8 of those substantiated findings fall within just the past three years, meaning most of the founded concerns are recent rather than historical.
- Operating tenure — Ardent Care has been licensed for 10 years, so this is not a new or untested operation, which makes the recent uptick in complaint activity and findings more relevant to weigh than it would be for a newer home.
- 1.What specific issues led to the 4 Type A citations identified in the past three years, and have they been corrected and verified by the state?
- 2.Which categories of allegations were substantiated in the recent complaint investigations, and what corrective actions were taken?
- 3.What changed operationally around the time complaint investigations increased, and what steps has the community taken since to address resident or family concerns?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #306005211
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 5
- Complaint investigation visits
- 0
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 3
- Type B citations · administrative
- 8
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
Available reports · 33
Facility evaluation
Jul 28, 2026
Facility evaluation
May 6, 2026
Facility evaluation
Mar 24, 2026
Complaint investigation
Mar 24, 2026
Complaint investigation
Jan 26, 2026
1–5 of 33 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$4,380 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $4,380 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $5,800 / mo
Financial Assistance
What is the ALW?
The Assisted Living Waiver is a Medi-Cal program that pays for assisted living care in place of a nursing home. Residents must be on Medi-Cal (no share of cost) and meet a nursing-facility level of care; only communities enrolled with the state can accept it.
Listed as a participating provider by the California Department of Health Care Services (Jan 2026 list).
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
11 features
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Furnished units
- Cable TV
- Game room / Billiards
- Emergency call system
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Art studio / Craft room
- Beauty salon / Barber
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
Outdoor Spaces
4 features
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Walking paths
- Outdoor common space
Dining Options
5 features
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Professional chef
- Restaurant-style dining
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
Transportation
1 feature- Scheduled transportation
Community Services
1 feature- Move-in coordination
Reviews
Online reputation
3.7Average RatingAveraged from 6 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Experiences at Ardent Care vary sharply, from praise for attentive, upbeat care to serious allegations of neglect and verbal abuse, so families should investigate carefully before enrolling.
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- Atmosphere & grounds — Some families describe the community as clean, secure, and upbeat, with a newly renovated building designed for residents with self-reliance issues.
- Staff & care — Several reviewers praise staff as patient, helpful, and attentive, noting close, expert attention to residents' daily needs.
- Dining — Positive reviews mention residents enjoying the food along with activities and camaraderie with other residents.
- Staff & care — One detailed account describes staff, including management, being verbally abusive and rough with residents who have dementia, so families should ask how the community screens and monitors caregiver conduct.
- Communication — A reviewer reported that management was unresponsive to calls and emails about care concerns and restricted family visits to a resident's room, so it's worth asking about visitation policies and how complaints are handled.
- Daily life & dignity — Allegations of neglect, including untrimmed nails and lack of oral hygiene, suggest families should ask how personal care routines are tracked and verified.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — Other reviews reference pest issues and problems with medication or equipment handling, so it's worth touring closely and asking about current pest control and staff training protocols.
The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.
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