University Retirement Community

Reviews

4.58·(19)

Overall rating

5
4
3
2
1

Care
4.5
Staff
4.5
Meals
5.0
Amenities
3.8
Value
2.0

Pros

Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
Skilled physical and occupational therapy
Strong caregiver support and successful rehab outcomes
Family-like, guest-oriented community culture
Effective infection-control practices
Hospitable frontline and marketing staff
Indoor pool with water-aerobics and free swim
Broad range of activities and adult-learning opportunities
High-quality dining and meal service
Professional, prideful staff with responsive service
On-site salon and personal-care services
Spacious independent-living apartment options
Well-appointed communal meeting rooms and library
Regular transportation for outings and events
Attractive campus and overall site aesthetics

Cons

High cost and limited financial accessibility
Fee structure increases with higher levels of care
Limited unit availability and waiting-list constraints
Small one-bedroom layouts with restricted storage
Restrictive no-dog pet policy
Inconsistent grounds and landscape maintenance
Dormitory-style building layout affecting privacy
Variable climate-control and air-conditioning comfort

Summary of reviews

University Retirement Community is presented in reviews as a well-staffed, service-oriented senior living option with particular strengths in clinical rehabilitation, hospitality, and resident engagement. Clinical services — especially physical and occupational therapy and post-surgical rehabilitation — receive consistent positive comment. Nursing and caregiving staff are described as attentive and compassionate, creating a family-like atmosphere; infection-control measures were also noted favorably. Several accounts describe successful short-term rehabilitative stays and overall confidence in clinical care.

Dining and hospitality are recurring strengths. Reviewers highlight high-quality meals, pleasant food service, and a variety of dining experiences. Hospitality and marketing personnel are described as welcoming, and the community offers on-site conveniences such as a salon, well-appointed meeting rooms, free coffee, and a library. The campus aesthetic and communal spaces are regarded as attractive and comfortable, contributing to a sense of a high-class environment.

Activities and lifestyle programming appear broad and active. The facility supports aquatic programming (indoor pool, water aerobics, free swim), arts and photography groups, adult-learning courses, and organized outings (bus trips to concerts). The community atmosphere is characterized as vibrant and engaged, and some reviewers noted a younger-retiree demographic that contributes to an energetic environment.

Facility and operational limitations should be weighed alongside the positives. Cost and financial accessibility are frequent concerns: the community is described as expensive, with fees that rise as residents transition to higher levels of care. Availability is limited at times, creating wait-list constraints. Unit-level issues cited include small one-bedroom floorplans with limited closet/storage space and a dormitory-style layout that can affect privacy. The community enforces a restrictive no-dog policy, which may be important for pet owners. Operationally, some reviewers noted inconsistent grounds maintenance and occasional climate-control discomfort in living areas.

Overall, University Retirement Community is presented as a high-quality, service-focused option with strong clinical and hospitality capabilities and an active activity program. Prospective residents and families should balance those strengths against affordability, unit layout, pet policy, and occasional facilities/maintenance concerns. A tour focused on apartment floorplans, storage, HVAC performance, and current availability/fee structure would help determine fit for individual needs and budgets.

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Medicare Ratings

5·/ 5

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Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

About University Retirement Community

University Retirement Community provides several living options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, and you'll also find continuing care retirement communities and other care choices all on the same campus, so if a resident's health changes, care can adjust too, which is handy. The community includes wellness activities, fitness classes, and therapy programs, with a large therapy gym, an office area, and an OT kitchen in the memory care unit, which makes it easier for residents to work on different skills every day, and you won't find many places where the therapy team includes one therapist with aquatic certification, so there's more variety there as well. It also stands out for offering caregiver training through the therapy team and keeps separate directors for outpatient rehab and for the rehab inside the healthcare center, making sure each area runs smoothly. There's a healthcare center that supports folks with short-term rehab after illness or surgery and for those who need longer-term care, and the skilled nursing facility stays on-site to help residents who need more medical support. Assisted living services offer help with daily tasks, while memory care specializes in support for adults living with Alzheimer's or other dementias, using spaces and routines that meet their needs. The different homes are flexible-you find single-story cottages with two or three bedrooms, up to 1,565 square feet, and there are also spacious one- to three-bedroom apartments, each with their own private balcony, so folks can pick what fits best. Meal services provide daily feasts to suit many tastes. There are activity programs helping residents build routines and stay active, and offerings that focus on strengthening both body and mind. Every care type aims to give people what they need as they get older, so there's a Life Plan Community model, which means residents can plan for changing care over time while staying in one place. Many of the amenities and features carry unique names, making them easy to spot and helping the whole community keep its own character.

People often ask...

University Retirement Community offers independent living, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

There are 26 photos of University Retirement Community on Mirador.

Yes, University Retirement Community allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

The full address for this community is 1515 Shasta Dr, Davis, CA 95616.

No, University Retirement Community does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

Safety & Compliance

In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

License number	577001215
Status	Licensed
Facility type	Rcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
Capacity	500 residents
Licensee	UNIVER RETIRE COM AT DAVIS/PACIFIC RETIRE SERVICES
Effective	February 18th, 2000

View the official license record

Inspection Reports

17

Reports

3

Type A Citations

0

Type B Citations

4

Complaints

6

Years

12 Jan 2026Inspection		12 Jan 2026Inspection Found no deficiencies; areas inspected were clean, well-maintained, and appropriately prepared.
26 Sept 2025Inspection		26 Sept 2025Inspection Identified insufficient supervision that allowed a resident to leave the premises unattended. Type A87411(a)
26 Sept 2025Complaint		26 Sept 2025Complaint Investigated the claim of no running water and staff not providing water and found the allegations had no reasonable basis.
28 Mar 2025Inspection		28 Mar 2025Inspection Concluded that serious bodily injury occurred due to lack of supervision, resulting in hospitalization, and a civil penalty was assessed. Type A15610.67 Type A1569.49
28 Mar 2025Complaint		28 Mar 2025Complaint Found that residents had adequate hygiene supplies and infection control practices were followed.
10 Dec 2024Inspection		10 Dec 2024Inspection Observed no deficiencies or citations; five resident files and five staff files were complete, and residents appeared well cared for at the site.
01 Jul 2024Inspection		01 Jul 2024Inspection Observed a resident outside the building beside an overturned wheelchair at 4:50 AM; emergency services were contacted and the resident was transported to the hospital. Medical records and documentation of the resident's assessment and care plan were requested.
19 Dec 2023Complaint		19 Dec 2023Complaint Found the allegation about grounds maintenance on the IL side unfounded.
01 Dec 2023Inspection		01 Dec 2023Inspection Observed a large campus with memory care, independent living, and other housing areas; all areas were clean, temperatures were comfortable, and no deficiencies were noted.
21 Apr 2023Complaint		21 Apr 2023Complaint Investigated the claim that residents were not provided a safe environment; a bed rail malfunction occurred on 02/02/2023, leading to an ER visit, and inspections found no ongoing safety issues.
01 Dec 2022Inspection		01 Dec 2022Inspection Found no deficiencies or citations during a Covid-19 mitigation-focused annual review.
17 Jun 2022Inspection		17 Jun 2022Inspection Observed Covid-19 screening, temperature checks, and mask use at entry; no deficiencies found.
07 Jun 2022Inspection		07 Jun 2022Inspection Identified a missing jewelry incident from a resident's apartment and requested a signed inventory. Notified the Ombudsman and Adult Protective Services, and followed up with the Police and family.
09 Dec 2021Inspection		09 Dec 2021Inspection Observed comprehensive Covid-19 mitigation measures, signage, screening, and mask access across areas; rooms and common spaces were clean and at comfortable temperatures. Noted that fire safety inspection occurred and the dementia plan was approved, with no deficiencies or citations issued.
03 Dec 2021Inspection		03 Dec 2021Inspection Investigated an incident involving the unauthorized use of a resident's credit card information; authorities were notified.
20 Feb 2020Inspection		20 Feb 2020Inspection Reviewed compliance with safety, medication, and emergency procedures; identified missing resident medication documentation and outdated administrator certification.
19 Feb 2020Inspection		19 Feb 2020Inspection Found the facility clean, well-organized, and safe, with adequate hot water, accessible call buttons, proper storage, and sufficient space for activities; further inspection was needed.

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