Los Alamitos, California
Katella Senior Living Community
Assisted Living · Independent Living
3952 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Katella Senior Living Community in Los Alamitos, California offers assisted living and independent living options.
- Licensed capacity
- 140 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- April 2025
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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No recent serious complaint findings
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 0
AI summary
Katella Senior Living Community has a clean citation record since it was licensed in April 2025, with no Type A or Type B findings through its single recorded inspection.
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- Track record — The community's one inspection to date resulted in no Type A (the state's most severe citation class, tied to resident safety or care) or Type B (administrative) findings, and the two allegations investigated were unsubstantiated rather than confirmed.
- Operating tenure — With only about 1.4 years of licensed operation and a single inspection cycle on record, there is limited history to draw on, so this clean record should be read as an early positive sign rather than a long-term pattern.
- Complaints — Two allegations have been investigated with neither substantiated, meaning no wrongdoing was confirmed in either case, which is a reassuring early signal though based on a small sample.
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #306006591
- 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
- 1
- Complaint investigation visits
- 0
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 0
- Type B citations · administrative
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
Available reports · 4
Facility evaluation
May 4, 2026
Complaint investigation
Mar 9, 2026
Facility evaluation
Jan 15, 2025
Facility evaluation
Jan 7, 2025
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Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$6,300 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $6,300 / mo
- Studios
- $7,000 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $8,600 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobility assistance
Specialized Care
4 services
- Hospice agency partnership
- Respite / Short-term care
- Dementia care
- Cognitive learning center
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
19 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Pet Friendly
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Game room / Billiards
- Piano / Music room
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
Outdoor Spaces
5 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- BBQ / Grill area
Dining Options
8 features
- Room service
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Altered-texture food options
- Professional chef
- Restaurant-style dining
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- International cuisine
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
2 features- Family support services
- Guest meals available
Community Services
3 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Grocery shopping & errands
Reviews
Online reputation
1.9Average RatingAveraged from 70 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Most families praise Katella's caring staff, charming grounds, and strong communication, but a minority report inconsistent dementia care and declining service quality over time.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe staff as kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in residents' wellbeing, with many singling out nurses and directors by name for going above and beyond.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The community is frequently called charming and beautiful, with a central fountain, courtyard, and well-kept outdoor spaces that make it feel homey rather than institutional.
- Communication — Families highlight responsive, proactive updates, especially during the pandemic, with staff keeping loved ones informed and easing the stress of difficult transitions.
- Dining — Many residents and families describe the food as good and varied, though a few note it becomes repetitive over time.
- Value & pricing — Several reviewers found the pricing reasonable for the level of care and location near hospitals and doctors, though others felt extra services cost more than expected.
- Staff & care — A handful of reviews describe inconsistent attentiveness with dementia care, including limited patience for combative residents and uneven training among caregivers.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — Some more recent reviews note the facility has become less well-maintained over time, with a decline in overall upkeep and care quality worth confirming on a tour.
- Financial transparency — A few families mention services presented as included later required additional fees, so it's worth clarifying exactly what the monthly rate covers versus what costs extra.
- Communication — There are isolated reports of staff giving inconsistent answers and of missing belongings, so ask how the community handles accountability and staff turnover.
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