Atria Covell Gardens

1111 Alvarado Avenue, Davis, CA 95616

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

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About Atria Covell Gardens

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Atria Covell Gardens is a assisted living community located in Davis, CA. Contact us to learn more about our services and availability.

License #

577000881

Status

Licensed

Licensed Capacity

210 beds

Licensed Since

Sep 1997

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 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.

Ask the community

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?

Inspections

Total inspections4

Most recentJul 2026

Type A citations (most severe class)2

Type B citations (administrative)1

Complaints

Investigations completed0

Allegations substantiated0

Type A citations (most severe class)2

Type B citations (administrative)1

Date	Type	Report
Jul 8, 2026	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jul 8, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Jul 7, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Jun 10, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
May 15, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Apr 17, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Feb 3, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Aug 29, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Jul 29, 2025	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jul 9, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Jul 9, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Jul 9, 2025	Facility Evaluation	PDF
May 1, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Nov 15, 2024	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jul 19, 2024	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jul 16, 2024	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Feb 1, 2024	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Dec 15, 2023	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Sep 18, 2023	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Sep 5, 2023	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Aug 3, 2023	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Mar 28, 2023	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jan 23, 2023	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Dec 1, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Nov 3, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Aug 26, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jul 7, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jun 16, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
May 24, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Mar 29, 2022	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Nov 19, 2021	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Nov 19, 2021	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Sep 30, 2021	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Sep 30, 2021	Complaint Investigation	PDF
May 10, 2021	Complaint Investigation	PDF

View full record on CDSS website

Pricing

Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.

Activities & Programs

Reviews

Online Reputation

4.7Average Rating

Averaged from 70 reviews published on other websites

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.

What reviewers praise

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.

Worth asking about

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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Care Services

Non-ambulatory care

Incontinence care

Medication management

Dementia care

Specialized memory care activities

What This Community Offers

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

Walking paths

Garden / Courtyard

Patio seating areas

Outdoor common space

BBQ / Grill area

Raised garden beds

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

Scheduled transportation

Personal Vehicle Parking

Family support services

Guest meals available

Move-in coordination

Concierge services

Meet the Team

Languages Spoken

SpanishMandarinAmerican Sign Language (ASL)Tagalog (Filipino)

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About Atria Covell Gardens

State Licensing & Compliance

Pricing

Activities & Programs

Reviews

Online Reputation

Care Services

Daily Care Services

Specialized Care

Memory Care

What This Community Offers

Amenities

Outdoor Spaces

Dining Options

Transportation

Family & Visitors

Community Services

Meet the Team

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