Fremont, California
Carlton Senior Living Fremont
Assisted Living · Independent Living
3800 Walnut Avenue, Fremont, CA 94538
Carlton Senior Living Fremont offers independent living and assisted living at 3800 Walnut Avenue in Fremont, California.
- Licensed capacity
- 128 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- January 1997
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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Findings in the state record
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 2
AI summary
Carlton Senior Living Fremont has 5 Type A findings (the most severe citation class, involving resident safety or care) and 16 Type B administrative findings across nearly 30 years of operation, with none of the Type A findings occurring in the past three years of complaint-based visits.
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- Track record — Over almost three decades of licensure, the community has accumulated 5 Type A and 16 Type B citations along with 6 complaint investigations, a record that reflects a long operating history rather than a recent cluster of concern.
- Recent 3 years — The past three years show a notably more active inspection presence with 20 dated inspections and zero Type A citations from complaint visits, though 2 Type B findings and 2 substantiated allegations occurred in that window.
- Complaints — Of the allegations investigated over the licensed period, 2 were substantiated and 13 were unsubstantiated, meaning roughly 13% of investigated complaints were confirmed, with both substantiated allegations falling within the recent three-year window.
- Operating tenure — Nearly 30 years of continuous licensure gives this record considerable depth, allowing the recent clean Type A trajectory to be weighed against a longer lifetime history rather than a short or untested track record.
- 1.Can you walk through what the 2 recently substantiated allegations involved and what corrective actions were taken?
- 2.What circumstances led to the lifetime Type A citations, and were they clustered around a specific period or issue?
- 3.What changes has the community made to reduce administrative (Type B) findings going forward?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #15600118
- 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
- 6
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 5
- Type B citations · administrative
- 16
- Substantiated allegations
- 2
Available reports · 28
Complaint investigation
Apr 20, 2026
Facility evaluation
Apr 2, 2026
Facility evaluation
Mar 4, 2026
Facility evaluation
Mar 4, 2026
Facility evaluation
Feb 5, 2026
1–5 of 28 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$3,295 / mo
- Studios
- $3,295 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $5,495 / mo
- 2-Bedroom
- $5,795 / mo
Independent LivingStarting at$4,295 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $4,295 / mo
- Studios
- $4,695 / mo
- 2-Bedroom
- $5,795 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
10 services
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Medication management
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- 24-hour supervision
- Hearing assistive devices
- Mobility assistance
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Wheelchair accessible
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
Specialized Care
5 services
- Hospice agency partnership
- Respite / Short-term care
- Parkinson's program
- Dementia care
- Cognitive learning center
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
23 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Pet Friendly
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- On-site market / Store
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Elevator access
- Piano / Music room
- Game room / Billiards
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Beauty salon / Barber
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
6 features
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- BBQ / Grill area
- Raised garden beds
Dining Options
12 features
- Professional chef
- Restaurant-style dining
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- Private Dining Room
- International cuisine
- Room service
- Kosher meals available
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Locally-inspired cuisine
- Accommodates special diets
- Choice menu
- Altered-texture food options
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
1 feature- Family support services
Community Services
5 features
- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Maintenance services
- Grocery shopping & errands
- Postal / Mail services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.5Average RatingAveraged from 50 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Families consistently praise Carlton Fremont's warm, attentive staff and clean, homey atmosphere, but should verify how costs and care levels escalate as needs increase.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe staff as friendly, warm, and attentive, often knowing residents by name and providing compassionate hands-on care even through end-of-life and hospice situations.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The community is frequently called clean, tidy, and welcoming, with a standout courtyard, fountains, and a hotel-like feel that many say truly feels like home.
- Activities — Families highlight a robust activity calendar including exercise classes, crafts, outings, scenic drives, and special events like mariachi bands and festive celebrations.
- Communication — Many describe staff and sales/liaison contacts as knowledgeable, responsive, and helpful in easing the move-in process and answering questions thoroughly.
- Dining — Food quality receives largely positive marks, with some noting variety and special accommodations like sending favorite meals to a resident's room during illness.
- Value & pricing — Several reviewers mention that costs rise significantly as care needs increase, with a la carte care levels described as potentially prohibitive, so families should ask for a clear breakdown of how pricing scales with care tiers.
- Staff & care — One reviewer felt the community overpromised on care capabilities and lacked sufficient staffing to follow through, so it's worth asking about staff-to-resident ratios for higher-need residents.
- Daily life & dignity — A couple of reviewers felt the sales process emphasized pitching over listening to actual needs, so families should ask pointed questions about how care plans are personalized before move-in.
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