Salinas, California
Ivy Park At Salinas
Assisted Living · Memory Care
1320 Padre Drive, Salinas, CA 93901
Ivy Park at Salinas is a senior living community in Salinas, CA offering assisted living and memory care.
- Licensed capacity
- 185 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- April 2022
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
- 2
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 1
AI summary
Ivy Park At Salinas has 2 Type A findings (the state's most severe citation class, covering resident safety or care) and 1 Type B administrative finding across its 4.3 years of operation, with both Type A findings and 2 substantiated allegations occurring within the past three years.
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- Track record — The community's lifetime record includes 2 Type A findings, 1 Type B finding, and 3 substantiated allegations out of 11 investigated, since it was licensed in 2022.
- Recent 3 years — Both Type A findings and 2 of the 3 substantiated allegations fall within the past three years, meaning the concerns on file are current rather than historical, so this is an active pattern to ask about rather than a settled matter.
- Complaints — Complaint investigations (6 lifetime, 4 in the past three years) run alongside a modest inspection count, and roughly 27% of investigated allegations were substantiated while the rest were unsubstantiated, suggesting most complaints did not result in a confirmed finding.
- Operating tenure — With just over four years of licensed operation and nine inspection visits on record, there is a reasonable but still developing history to judge the community by.
- 1.Can you walk us through what led to the two most recent Type A citations and what corrective actions were taken?
- 2.Which categories of the substantiated allegations were confirmed, and how were they resolved and verified by the state?
- 3.What changes has the community made in the past year to address the pattern of recent findings?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #275202849
- 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
- 2
- Type B citations · administrative
- 1
- Substantiated allegations
- 3
Available reports · 13
Facility evaluation
Apr 29, 2026
Facility evaluation
Jan 7, 2026
Facility evaluation
Jan 6, 2026
Complaint investigation
Aug 27, 2025
Facility evaluation
Aug 27, 2025
1–5 of 13 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$4,595 / mo
- Studios
- $4,595 / mo
Memory CareStarting at$4,695 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $4,695 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
Specialized Care
3 services
- Hospice agency partnership
- Respite / Short-term care
- Dementia care
Memory Care
1 service
- Dementia-certified staff
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
22 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Pet Friendly
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Spa services
- Beauty salon / Barber
- On-site market / Store
- Game room / Billiards
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Café / Bistro
- Chapel / Meditation room
Outdoor Spaces
4 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
Dining Options
7 features
- Room service
- 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
2 features- Family support services
- Guest meals available
Community Services
2 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.9Average RatingAveraged from 38 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Ivy Park at Salinas is praised for warm, attentive staff and strong dining, but families should clarify fee increases and communication response times before moving in.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe caregivers and staff as friendly, compassionate, and genuinely invested in residents' wellbeing, often naming individual employees for special praise.
- Dining — The food is a consistent highlight, with residents and families praising chef-prepared meals, fresh soups, holiday spreads, and use of local produce.
- Atmosphere & grounds — Many visitors describe the community as clean, welcoming, and resort-like, with attractive updated apartments and inviting common areas.
- Activities — Families note a lively activity calendar including outings, bingo, and social events that keep residents engaged and smiling.
- Financial transparency — At least one family experienced a steep 27% fee increase tied to level-of-care changes, so ask for a clear explanation of how costs are calculated and how often they can rise.
- Communication — Several reviewers mention slow responses from staff or management, particularly around medication changes and email inquiries, so it's worth asking about typical response times.
- Daily life & dignity — A couple of reviews raise concerns about missing personal items, inconsistent laundry service, and limited one-on-one engagement for residents who are difficult to manage, so ask about staff training for behavioral challenges.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — While most reviews describe the community as clean, one older review cited odor issues in hallways and another noted the building exterior needing upkeep, so a recent tour would help confirm current conditions.
The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.
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