My dad is happy here: excellent, attentive care, very clean rooms and clothes, delicious meals, and medications are managed correctly. He misses his friends and caregivers — unfortunately I experienced theft by staff, which was distressing.
A Place Called Home II is a licensed Residential Care Elderly facility located in Escalon, California. As a specialized care home serving the elderly, it provides a supportive and secure environment designed to address the unique needs of seniors requiring assistance with daily living. The facility is tailored for individuals who may not need the extensive medical care provided in a hospital or nursing home, but who benefit from a community setting with supportive services. Residents of A Place Called Home II can expect a warm, home-like atmosphere dedicated to their comfort and well-being.
At A Place Called Home II, staff members are trained to deliver individualized care, supporting residents with activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and mobility. The care model prioritizes the dignity and independence of each resident, ensuring that personal preferences and routines are respected. Communal living spaces invite social interactions among residents, promoting engagement and a sense of belonging. Shared dining experiences and organized activities further enhance the quality of life, providing opportunities for residents to remain active and connected.
The residential setting at A Place Called Home II emphasizes peace of mind for families who entrust their loved ones’ care to the facility. Family members can be assured that residents are in a nurturing environment, with staff available to address needs and offer companionship. The costs associated with long-term care at a residential care elderly facility are generally lower than those found in more clinical settings, making A Place Called Home II an appealing option for many seniors and their families. The facility plays an important role in supporting seniors to maintain independence and dignity while receiving the assistance necessary for day-to-day living.
While A Place Called Home II does not accept Medicare as payment for its care services, as is the case with most residential care elderly facilities, it continues to fill a vital need in the community by offering compassionate, attentive care. The facility operates under state guidelines to provide a safe and comfortable living environment for seniors, and advocates, such as Long-Term Care Ombudsmen, support the rights and well-being of residents across similar care settings in California. Overall, residents at A Place Called Home II experience a caring environment focused on their health, happiness, and personal fulfillment in their later years.
People often ask...
A Place Called Home Ii offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,394 per month.
A Place Called Home Ii offers assisted living.
The full address for this community is 25820 Magnolia Ave, Escalon, CA, 95320.
Yes, A Place Called Home Ii offers 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.
State of California Inspection Reports
58
Inspections
9
Type A Citations
13
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
29 Apr 2022
29 Apr 2022
Found rent payments were not made on time; a three-day pay-or-quit notice was served on 2/16/22 with payment due by 2/20/22, and a notice to quit was posted on 3/14/22 citing nonpayment, with the property reported abandoned on 3/9/22. Found a separate complaint stating a refund was owed and not paid.
29 Apr 2022
29 Apr 2022
Investigated complaints confirmed rental payments were not made on time and bills were unpaid, leading to eviction for nonpayment.
§ 87213
18 Mar 2022
18 Mar 2022
Returned three resident files previously removed by the regional office, with all contents accounted for. Conducted an exit interview; no deficiencies cited.
18 Mar 2022
18 Mar 2022
Verified all residents had moved out by 3-9-22 and that the license would be closed in the system within one week; any existing allegations would continue to be investigated. Observed no residents on site, retrieved the original license, a survey link was provided, and the exit interview was completed.
18 Mar 2022
18 Mar 2022
Identified that the refund owed to the resident's responsible party was not issued within 15 days after the resident's personal belongings were collected. Record review showed the admission agreement requires refunds within 15 days after property is removed.
18 Mar 2022
18 Mar 2022
Confirmed an allegation regarding a refund not issued to the responsible party after a resident passed away.
§ 1569.652(c)
10 Mar 2022
10 Mar 2022
Identified a complaint that bills were not paid; discussed 60-day eviction notices, a closure plan, and required documents, and noted that residents were relocated to other locations rather than evicted, with a closure roster and notices to residents to be submitted.
10 Mar 2022
10 Mar 2022
Confirmed deficiencies identified during the meeting, including loss of property control, failure to provide required notices, and lack of documentation requested by auditors. Eviction procedures were discussed and residents have relocated to other facilities.
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09 Mar 2022
09 Mar 2022
Identified that residents were relocated to other facilities without notifying Licensing; three resident records were collected and the licensee stated several residents moved with families, one died, and others were relocated. Found that deficiencies were cited and the licensee had previously been advised on eviction procedures.
09 Mar 2022
09 Mar 2022
Confirmed lack of proper notice and procedure followed for relocating residents from the facility.
§ 87405(h)(1)
§ 87468.2
§ 87224(f)
01 Mar 2022
01 Mar 2022
Found eight residents in care out of eleven capacity; temperature 75F, food adequate, home clean with no hazards and exits unobstructed. Did not provide copies of lease agreement, 60-day notice, or liability insurance.
01 Mar 2022
01 Mar 2022
Confirmed cleanliness and safety of facility during unannounced visit; deficiency from previous complaint rectified.
10 Feb 2022
10 Feb 2022
Found no deficiencies; premises were clean, safe, and well maintained, with hot water in the required range, adequate food supplies, medications inaccessible to residents, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and an up-to-date first aid kit, with infection control reviewed.
25 Feb 2022
25 Feb 2022
Determined that the resident’s responsible person was to receive a refund by 2-19-22 for a prior residency; found that a refund check postdated to 3-1-22 was issued and mailed with a 2-23-22 postmark, and received on 2-25-22.
25 Feb 2022
25 Feb 2022
Substantiated complaint regarding a delay in issuing a refund to a deceased resident's responsible person.
§ 1569.652(c)
10 Feb 2022
10 Feb 2022
Found no deficiencies; the home implemented COVID-19 safety measures with entry screening, posted rights notices, working detectors, complete first aid supplies, clean resident areas, and adequate food and supplies.
10 Feb 2022
10 Feb 2022
Confirmed no deficiencies during the inspection visit, facility found to be in compliance with regulations.
04 Nov 2021
04 Nov 2021
Identified safety and record-keeping deficiencies during an unannounced visit, including staff without active background clearances, medications stored without physician orders or a central log, and oxygen tanks left in the garage. Noted basic safety features and good hygiene practices in place, with temperatures and hot water within required ranges, but restrooms lacked paper towels.
04 Nov 2021
04 Nov 2021
Identified deficiencies in safety measures, medication storage, and documentation during a recent visit.
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04 Aug 2021
04 Aug 2021
Found four of five issues corrected. One remained because the thermometer was not working, causing hot-water temperatures to be too high, and the faxed documentation had incorrect dates; exit interview was conducted.
04 Aug 2021
04 Aug 2021
Found deficiencies corrected and one remaining citation for inadequate hot water temperatures in various areas of the facility.
28 Jul 2021
28 Jul 2021
Identified a second, erroneous post-licensing visit entry created today; the first post-licensing visit from 7/28/2021 contained the details.
28 Jul 2021
28 Jul 2021
Identified several safety and medication-management deficiencies, including hot water temperatures not within regulatory ranges and missing oxygen-use signs. Noted unsecured cleaning supplies and medications, a MAR that did not document a physician-ordered medication, and incomplete staff training records.
28 Jul 2021
28 Jul 2021
Identified deficiencies in safety, medication storage, and documentation during the inspection.
§ 87303(e)(2)
§ 87618(b)(3)
§ 87465(h)(2)
§ 87465(a)(5)
§ 87303(a)
18 Mar 2021
18 Mar 2021
Found no violations and that the home met required safety and care standards during the prelicensing visit. Six residents were present (all hospice), four staff had background clearances, COVID precautions were in place, medications and hazardous items were secured, and the kitchen, bathrooms, and outdoor areas were well maintained.
23 Mar 2021
23 Mar 2021
Identified that one resident’s records were not available for review and were reportedly disposed of during spring cleaning after the resident moved to hospice. Found that another resident moved in January 2021, was placed on hospice, and transferred to another licensed site; deficiencies were cited under Title 22.
22 Mar 2021
22 Mar 2021
Found the allegation that staff did not safeguard a resident's personal items unfounded. Found the allegation that staff did not report a health change and did not seek timely medical care unfounded.
23 Mar 2021
23 Mar 2021
Found that the allegation that staff left a resident in a soiled diaper for an extended period and did not meet the resident's care needs was unsubstantiated.
23 Mar 2021
23 Mar 2021
Investigated allegations of staff leaving a resident in a soiled diaper for an extended period and failing to meet care needs; determined insufficient evidence to support the claims.
22 Mar 2021
22 Mar 2021
Investigated allegations of staff failing to safeguard a resident’s personal items and report changes in health; found accusations unsubstantiated and unfounded, with no deficiencies cited.
18 Mar 2021
18 Mar 2021
Found no violations during the visit; safety measures, equipment, and medications were properly maintained, and staff and resident records were complete and accurate.
18 Mar 2021
18 Mar 2021
Confirmed no violations observed during the visit, residents properly cared for, and facility in compliance with regulations.
18 Mar 2021
18 Mar 2021
Confirmed no violations observed during the visit.
15 Mar 2021
15 Mar 2021
Found no deficiencies noted during the visit. Noted six residents were on hospice and one on home health; lunch was being served, safety features were in place, COVID-19 postings were visible, and masks and cleaning supplies were available.
15 Mar 2021
15 Mar 2021
Visited facility with hospice and home health residents. No deficiencies noted. Staff and residents observed content and in compliance with COVID-19 protocols.
09 Mar 2021
09 Mar 2021
Found during an unannounced health and safety visit that several hot water outlets were outside the allowed temperature range and one restroom lacked a hand-washing sign, with expired foods discovered and discarded. COVID screening and masking were observed for visitors and staff, medications were properly stored, and deficiencies were noted.
§ 87303
§ 87555
09 Mar 2021
09 Mar 2021
Identified deficiencies in health and safety protocols during a visit to a facility, including issues with hot water temperature, expired food, and missing signage.
§ 87303
§ 87555
26 Feb 2021
26 Feb 2021
Found no deficiencies during a health and wellness case management visit. Six residents were present; lunch was being served, living spaces and resident bedrooms were in good condition, grab bars were present in restrooms, and COVID-19 postings, disposable masks, and cleaning supplies were available.
26 Feb 2021
26 Feb 2021
Found no deficiencies during the visit to conduct a health and wellness check on residents and facility operations.
18 Feb 2021
18 Feb 2021
Found ongoing civil penalties accruing for violations, with limited communication from the licensee and no signed reports returned, and extension requests denied.
18 Feb 2021
18 Feb 2021
Confirmed violations of state regulations resulted in accumulating fines due to lack of compliance.
10 Feb 2021
10 Feb 2021
Found that the license to operate was revoked and closure ordered, with a 90-day stay due to a pending sale. Noted that Change of Ownership applications have been received, and an individual associated with the site is barred from employment with any licensed operation.
12 Feb 2021
12 Feb 2021
Found an unannounced case management visit at a location where nine residents were present, including six on hospice, two with dementia, and three bedridden. Identified ongoing civil penalties for a prior violation totaling $3,000, with penalties continuing to accrue.
12 Feb 2021
12 Feb 2021
Identified deficiencies in care were observed during the visit, resulting in civil penalties being assessed for violations of regulations.
09 Feb 2021
09 Feb 2021
Found no deficiencies or disruptions related to food, medications, utilities, or staffing. Residents and staff reported no concerns, and the home was clean, safe, and well-maintained.
10 Feb 2021
10 Feb 2021
Confirmed no deficiencies during the visit and discussed closure process with relevant parties.
§ 87506
09 Feb 2021
09 Feb 2021
Determined no deficiencies on health and safety inspection, staffing levels adequate, residents reported no concerns.
07 Dec 2020
07 Dec 2020
Identified ongoing civil penalties for an allegation that several regulatory violations remained unresolved after a complaint, continuing to accrue at $100 per day for each violation until corrections are made.
07 Dec 2020
07 Dec 2020
Identified outstanding citations that resulted in accruing civil penalties. LPA conducted a case management call with the licensee to address the violations.
06 Nov 2020
06 Nov 2020
Identified that a resident’s personal belongings were not safeguarded after death and that records identifying personal property and an admissions agreement were missing; also found that a van was given to a cousin and valuable items like a TV and an iPad could not be located. This led to a determination that the allegations were upheld.
06 Nov 2020
06 Nov 2020
Determined that the licensee mishandled a resident's funds and used undue influence to obtain an advance payment for life care, while the resident was on hospice with a limited life expectancy. Noted missing records for personal property and admissions agreement, plus bank records showing large and unusual payments including a “Care for Life” sum; hospice dates were inconsistent and the resident died in December 2019, with the allegations supported by evidence.
06 Nov 2020
06 Nov 2020
Confirmed mishandling of resident's funds and undue influence in charging for advance payment for care, with deficiencies cited.
26 Feb 2020
26 Feb 2020
Identified deficiencies in areas such as water temperature, medication management, staff training, and resident assessments during the inspection.
09 Jan 2020
09 Jan 2020
Identified repeated violations regarding staffing at the facility during the visit.
27 Dec 2019
27 Dec 2019
Identified deficiencies were not corrected by the deadline, leading to civil penalties being assessed.
17 Dec 2019
17 Dec 2019
Found proof of corrections from previous visit incomplete, with civil penalty assessed for outstanding issue. Deadline for clearing remaining citations set for December 23.
§ 1569.652
09 Dec 2019
09 Dec 2019
Identified deficiencies in resident file management, staff qualifications, medication administration, and documentation during the inspection.
§ 87218(a)(1)
25 Oct 2019
25 Oct 2019
Visited facility, individual not employed. No deficiencies found.
