Pacific Grove, California
Pacific Grove Senior Living
Assisted Living · Independent Living
551 Gibson Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Pacific Grove Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, and respite care in Pacific Grove, California, close to Monterey.
- Licensed capacity
- 150 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- December 2022
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
- 13
AI summary
Over its 3.7 years of licensure, Pacific Grove Senior Living has accumulated 5 Type A findings (the most severe class, tied to resident safety or care) and 29 Type B administrative findings, with 3 of the Type A findings falling in the past three years alongside a high volume of complaint activity.
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- Track record — Nearly all of the community's citations, 5 Type A and 29 Type B, have occurred since licensing began in late 2022, and almost all of that activity is captured in the recent 3-year window rather than sitting in a distant past.
- Recent 3 years — Of the 5 lifetime Type A findings, 3 were issued within the past three years, meaning the most severe class of citation is not a settled or resolved chapter but part of the active, current record.
- Complaints — The community has been the subject of 37 complaint investigations against only 3 routine inspections, a volume that is unusually high relative to typical inspection cadence and suggests frequent outside concern being raised about the community.
- Substantiation pattern — Of the 76 total allegations investigated, 25 were substantiated, a roughly 33% confirmation rate, and notably all 25 substantiated allegations fall within the recent 3-year window, meaning confirmed concerns are current rather than historical.
- 1.Which categories of allegations were substantiated in the past three years, and what corrective actions were taken and verified by the state?
- 2.What specific issues led to the 3 Type A citations issued in the past three years, and have those conditions been independently re-checked since?
- 3.Given the high number of complaint investigations relative to routine inspections, what is the community doing to address the underlying causes of complaints?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #277209241
- 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
- 3
- Complaint investigation visits
- 37
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 5
- Type B citations · administrative
- 29
- Substantiated allegations
- 25
Available reports · 51
Facility evaluation
Apr 23, 2026
Complaint investigation
Mar 20, 2026
Complaint investigation
Mar 20, 2026
Facility evaluation
Dec 16, 2025
Complaint investigation
Sep 16, 2025
1–5 of 51 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Starting at $2,858 / month
Contact our team for room options and a personalized quote.
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Non-ambulatory care
- Wheelchair accessible
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
Specialized Care
1 service
- Respite / Short-term care
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
21 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Game room / Billiards
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Pet Friendly
- Beauty salon / Barber
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Piano / Music room
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
3 features- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Outdoor common space
Dining Options
6 features
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Restaurant-style dining
- Professional chef
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- Private Dining Room
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
1 feature- Family support services
Community Services
3 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Grocery shopping & errands
Reviews
Online reputation
5.0Average RatingAveraged from 17 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
A historic, beautifully located building with genuinely warm staff and strong value, though families should ask about recent management turnover and activity variety.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers consistently describe staff as friendly, warm, professional, and responsive, from tour guides to daily care and administrative personnel.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The historic 1920s building, gardens, and Pacific Grove location are repeatedly praised as beautiful, clean, and homey, with several noting it feels like living in a nice hotel.
- Value & pricing — Many residents and families call the rates very competitive and a great value compared to other senior communities in the area, especially for the apartment quality received.
- Communication — Prospective residents describe tour guides and key contacts as patient, thorough, and quick to answer all questions, often providing detailed written information.
- Daily life & dignity — Residents highlight a pet-friendly culture, thoughtfully laid-out apartments, and a supportive, friendly community of fellow residents.
- Activities — Several reviewers call activities a weak spot, citing few interesting options and poor turnout, though others describe frequent entertainment and varied programming, so families should ask about the current activities calendar.
- Communication — Multiple reviews mention past management and ownership changes that caused administrative disarray and unclear orientation, so it's worth asking how leadership and onboarding have stabilized since.
- Dining — Some residents note dining plans limit choice, such as picking only lunch or dinner rather than both, so families should clarify current meal plan options and any recent food cost increases.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — A few residents mention dated features in some units, like kitchens lacking ovens or ventilation, so it's worth confirming which unit types include updated appliances and venting.
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