Woodland, California
The Californian
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
1224 Cottonwood Street, Woodland, CA 95695
The Californian is a senior living community in Woodland, California offering assisted living, memory care for residents with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, hospice support in partnership with hospice providers, and respite stays.
- Licensed capacity
- 130 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- December 1991
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
- 6
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 5
AI summary
Over more than 34 years of operation, The Californian has accumulated 7 Type A findings (the state's most severe citation class, tied to resident safety or care), and 6 of those 7 occurred within the past three years alongside 10 substantiated allegations, so the recent record is where the family's attention should…
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- Recent 3 years — The recent slice is where nearly all the severity sits: 6 of the 7 lifetime Type A findings and all 10 substantiated allegations were logged in the past three years, spread across a cluster of complaint-driven visits in 2023-2026 rather than the full licensed history.
- Track record — Across 34.6 years of operation this community shows a long stretch of apparently limited activity followed by a recent concentration of findings, which is a meaningfully different story than findings spread evenly over three decades.
- Complaints — Complaint investigations (21 lifetime, 11 in the past three years) substantially outnumber routine inspections, and about 21% of all investigated allegations were substantiated, with 32 unsubstantiated and 6 unfounded — a pattern worth asking about directly.
- Severity — Type A findings point to issues affecting resident safety or care rather than paperwork; Type B findings (5 lifetime, 4 recent) are administrative in nature, such as documentation or posting gaps.
- 1.Which specific Type A findings occurred in the past three years, and what corrective actions were taken and verified by the state?
- 2.Which categories of allegations were substantiated, and what changes has the community made in response?
- 3.Given the number of complaint investigations relative to inspections, what is driving the volume of complaints at this community, and how are they being addressed?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #570316115
- 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
- 5
- Complaint investigation visits
- 21
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 7
- Type B citations · administrative
- 5
- Substantiated allegations
- 10
Available reports · 31
Facility evaluation
Apr 29, 2026
Complaint investigation
Apr 29, 2026
Complaint investigation
Apr 29, 2026
Facility evaluation
Oct 17, 2025
Complaint investigation
Jul 24, 2025
1–5 of 31 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$3,600 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $3,600 / mo
- Studios
- $4,000 / mo
- Studios
- $6,200 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $7,200 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
10 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Hearing assistive devices
- Mobility assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
Specialized Care
5 services
- Parkinson's program
- Behavioral support
- 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
- 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
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- Walking paths
- BBQ / Grill area
- Raised garden beds
Dining Options
8 features
- Room service
- Outdoor / Patio dining
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Altered-texture food options
- Restaurant-style dining
- Professional chef
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
3 features- Overnight visitors allowed
- Family support services
- Guest meals available
Community Services
4 features
- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Maintenance services
- Postal / Mail services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.5Average RatingAveraged from 37 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Many families praise warm, attentive staff and a beautiful setting, but recurring complaints about slow call responses, hygiene lapses, and billing hassles mean families should verify staffing and fee practices before committing.
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- Staff & care — Numerous reviewers describe staff as warm, knowledgeable, and treating residents like family, especially praising the dementia and memory care program.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The community is frequently described as beautiful, clean, and homey, with attractive outdoor gardens and seating areas.
- Dining — Several reviewers specifically call out the food as excellent, highlighting happy hours and a pleasant dining room experience.
- Activities — Families often mention a lively activities calendar, including parties and social events that keep residents engaged.
- Communication — Many reviewers felt well-informed and involved in care decisions, citing responsive and welcoming administrative staff during move-in.
- Staff & care — Some reviews describe slow response times to call bells, residents left unattended or unclean, and inconsistent attentiveness depending on shift or staff member.
- Financial transparency — A few families report confusing extra fees, such as charges for processing insurance forms or add-on services like laundry and cable, so it's worth clarifying the full fee structure upfront.
- Communication — There are isolated reports of poor communication between shifts regarding medications and medical concerns, so ask how care information is passed on and tracked.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — A handful of reviewers noticed unpleasant odors or hygiene issues on tours or during stays, which is worth checking in person on a visit.
The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.
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