Davis, California
Atria Covell Gardens
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
1111 Alvarado Avenue, Davis, CA 95616
Atria Covell Gardens offers independent living, assisted living and memory care in Davis, California, near UC Davis and Downtown Davis.
- Licensed capacity
- 210 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- September 1997
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
- 3
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 4
AI summary
Across nearly 29 years of operation, Atria Covell Gardens has accumulated 2 Type A findings (the state's most severe citation class, tied to resident safety or care) lifetime, but 3 additional Type A findings surfaced in complaint-related visits within just the past 3 years, alongside 14 complaint investigations and 6…
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substantiated allegations in that same recent window.
- Recent 3 years — The recent slice shows more Type A activity than the lifetime total by itself suggests — 3 Type A findings tied to complaint investigations in the past 3 years, compared to 2 across the prior roughly 26 years — indicating the concerning activity is concentrated recently rather than spread evenly over the license.
- Complaints — Complaint investigation volume jumped sharply in the recent period — 14 investigations in 3 years versus 0 recorded for the rest of the lifetime record — a pattern worth understanding directly from the community.
- Track record — Lifetime, 7 of 28 investigated allegations were substantiated (about 25%), with the remaining unsubstantiated; 6 of those 7 substantiated allegations occurred within just the last 3 years, reinforcing that recent scrutiny has been higher than the historical norm.
- Operating tenure — Nearly 29 years of continuous licensing gives real signal here — this is not a thin record, which makes the recent cluster of findings more meaningful to ask about rather than dismiss as noise.
- 1.What specific issues led to the 3 Type A citations issued in the past three years, and what corrective actions were taken?
- 2.Why did complaint investigations rise so sharply in the recent period compared to the rest of the community's operating history?
- 3.Of the 6 recently substantiated allegations, which categories were involved, and how has the community changed practices in response?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #577000881
- 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
- 4
- Complaint investigation visits
- 0
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 2
- Type B citations · administrative
- 1
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
Available reports · 35
Facility evaluation
Jul 8, 2026
Complaint investigation
Jul 8, 2026
Complaint investigation
Jul 7, 2026
Complaint investigation
Jun 10, 2026
Complaint investigation
May 15, 2026
1–5 of 35 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Starting at $3,495 / month
Contact our team for room options and a personalized quote.
Care & support
Daily Care Services
3 services
- Non-ambulatory care
- Incontinence care
- Medication management
Specialized Care
1 service
- Dementia care
Memory Care
1 service
- Specialized memory care activities
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
23 features
- Private bathroom
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Kitchenette
- Cable TV
- Air conditioning
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- On-site market / Store
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Game room / Billiards
- Piano / Music room
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Chapel / Meditation room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Beauty salon / Barber
- Pet Friendly
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
6 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- BBQ / Grill area
- Raised garden beds
Dining Options
9 features
- Professional chef
- Restaurant-style dining
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- Private Dining Room
- International cuisine
- Room service
- Outdoor / Patio dining
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
2 features- Family support services
- Guest meals available
Community Services
2 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.7Average RatingAveraged from 70 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Atria Covell Gardens earns strong praise for its caring staff, activities, and dining, but families should carefully verify pricing, rate-increase history, and care-level guarantees before signing.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers consistently describe staff as warm, attentive, and genuinely invested in residents' well-being, from caregivers to dining and maintenance teams.
- Activities — Residents and families frequently highlight the wide variety of engaging activities, from brain symposiums and bingo to entertainment and outings, that help residents build friendships.
- Dining — Many reviews praise the food quality and flexible dining options, though a few residents mention the food takes adjustment or has had inconsistent execution at times.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The community is often described as bright, clean, and upscale with a resort-like feel and a convenient, walkable Davis location.
- Communication — Several families note staff are responsive and proactive in keeping them updated, including during difficult transitions like a move to memory care.
- Financial transparency — Multiple reviewers report steep annual rate increases and unclear contract or move-in terms, so families should get all pricing and fee-escalation details in writing before signing.
- Value & pricing — Several residents and families feel the cost is high relative to services received, making it worth comparing total costs against other communities.
- Communication — A few reviews describe being misled about care-level guarantees or facing sudden move-out notices, so families should clarify in writing how changing care needs will be handled and what could trigger a required move.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — Some reviews mention slow equipment repairs and inconsistent upkeep, so it's worth asking how maintenance requests are currently handled.
The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.
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