Pricing ranges from
    $6,016 – 7,820/month

    Cambridge Court Assisted Living

    1621 E Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Friendly, patient staff; home-like community

    I'm very pleased with this small senior community - the staff are consistently friendly, patient and long-tenured, and management is helpful and responsive. My mom's spacious apartment (AC, mini-fridge, sliding door to a beautiful rose courtyard) is clean and well-maintained, they handle laundry/linen changes and medication management, and meals are balanced and tasty. There are plenty of activities, live music and a home-like, family atmosphere - good value and I'd recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.18·(65)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.2
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      3.9
    • Amenities

      3.6
    • Value

      3.4

    Pros

    • Friendly, long-tenured caregiving staff
    • Personalized, family-like atmosphere
    • Responsive administrative leadership
    • Well-presented, restaurant-style dining
    • Wide meal variety and 24-hour snack options
    • Weekly housekeeping and laundry services
    • Spacious apartments and large room sizes
    • In-room kitchenettes and mini-fridges
    • Accessible bathrooms with larger showers
    • Attractive courtyard, gardens, and patio spaces
    • Onsite beauty salon
    • Regular transportation and outing services
    • Live music and scheduled entertainment
    • Robust activities program (clubs, crafts, bingo)
    • Pet therapy and animal interactions
    • Onsite library and multipurpose rooms
    • Veterans benefits assistance
    • Small, intimate community size
    • Perceived good value for many families
    • Assistance with medication distribution

    Cons

    • Aging facility with outdated interiors
    • Narrow hallways and long corridors limiting accessibility
    • Limited natural light in some interior areas
    • Inconsistent maintenance and cosmetic updates
    • Parking and wayfinding challenges
    • Inconsistent staffing levels and turnover
    • Delays in responding to call systems and resident requests
    • Inconsistent meal quality and diet accommodations
    • Pest-control concerns
    • Odor concerns in some common areas
    • Variable activity participation and program continuity
    • Admissions and tour coordination gaps
    • Accessibility and safety policy concerns (doors and mobility-device rules)
    • Allegations of resident property loss and room-security gaps
    • Pricing that may not align with facility condition

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Cambridge Court presents as a small, community-oriented assisted living option with a consistently noted strength in staff relationships and day-to-day care. Reviewers frequently describe caregiving teams as friendly, long-tenured, and personally attentive, creating a family-like atmosphere. Administrative staff are often described as responsive and involved; several families appreciated individualized attention during move-in and the availability of services such as medication distribution, laundry, transportation, and veterans-benefits assistance. The community’s smaller scale contributes to close resident–staff familiarity and a quieter, intimate setting for many residents.

    Care and staff: The facility’s caregiving and frontline teams receive strong praise for warmth, patience, and practical assistance. Reviews indicate that staff know residents by name and offer personalized support, including help with meals and medication administration. At the same time, reviewers also describe variability in staffing coverage and occasional turnover, which some families linked to slower response times to call buttons and resident requests. There are also isolated but notable concerns about clinical responsiveness and communication; these manifest as delays in attending to calls and inconsistent coordination during clinical or administrative interactions.

    Dining and activities: Dining is one of the community’s more consistently positive features. Meals are commonly described as well-presented and restaurant-style, with a broad menu and snack availability; many residents and families praised variety, portioning, and attentive dining-room staff. A subset of reviewers noted inconsistencies in meal quality and the kitchen’s ability to meet therapeutic or special-diet requirements, particularly during staff transitions. Activity programming is generally active — with music, live entertainers, crafts, clubs, church services, outings, and pet therapy cited — though participation levels and program continuity can vary in this smaller setting.

    Facilities and grounds: Physically, Cambridge Court is primarily an older building with mixed cosmetic updates. Many apartments are described as spacious and comfortable, some featuring kitchenettes, sliding doors to gardens, and accessible bathrooms. The grounds, courtyard, and gardens receive positive mention for being restful and well-kept where maintained. However, the physical plant shows recurring limitations: narrow hallways, long corridors, limited interior natural light, and areas that would benefit from consistent renovation. Several comments call out cracked or uneven exterior paving, parking difficulties, and occasional odor or sanitation concerns; there are also pest-control concerns that at least some families indicated were addressed by staff.

    Management, operations, and safety: Management is frequently seen as personable and hands-on, but reviews also reveal operational gaps. Admissions and tour coordination were inconsistent in some instances, with reports of late or absent tour staff and missed appointment coordination. Families expressed mixed views on pricing — some see strong value for the services provided, while others consider costs high relative to the building’s condition. Safety- and accessibility-related matters appear as recurring themes: narrow doorways and mobility-device policies create practical constraints for some residents, and there are isolated allegations concerning room security and property loss that point to potential weaknesses in room-level security practices.

    Notable patterns for prospective families: Cambridge Court’s chief advantages are its caring staff, home-like culture, active programming, and well-regarded dining experience. Its principal limitations are structural and operational: an aging building with inconsistent updates, accessibility constraints, variable staffing coverage, occasional responsiveness gaps, and a handful of serious individual concerns about security and sanitation that families should clarify during a tour. Prospective residents should prioritize an in-person visit that inspects specific apartment conditions, courtyard and parking safety, accessibility (door widths and hallway clearance), current pest-control measures, staffing coverage patterns, and how the community handles special-diet needs and emergency call-response times.

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    Location

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    Cambridge Court Assisted Living is located at 1621 E Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA, 92831.

    About Cambridge Court Assisted Living

    Cambridge Court Assisted Living sits in a quiet neighborhood in Fullerton, California, not far from shops, parks, restaurants, and doctors, and the place is known for its Spanish-style building with cozy spaces, and you'll see rooms like studios, semi-private, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, some with kitchenettes and all with private bathrooms and either a patio, balcony, or access to the central courtyard, and meals get served in a spacious dining room with an extra private room residents can use for family events. The community supplies housekeeping, laundry, and meals, and residents can bring some pets. Staff is around 24 hours a day for emergencies, and they help with dressing, bathing, toileting, and moving between bed and wheelchairs, but Cambridge Court expects people who need incontinence or diabetic care to manage most things themselves. The building's got common areas like a library, lounges, a beauty shop where the stylist Clementine works, activity rooms, and indoor and outdoor garden spots, plus WiFi, cable TV, and washer-dryers on site. Meals include vegetarian options and people can have their laundry and dry cleaning handled for them. They offer transportation, sometimes complimentary, and guest parking is available, so friends and relatives can visit easily.

    They run different activities, so residents can join in crafts, games, social get-togethers, light exercise, music, and outings, with things like bingo, chair volleyball, puzzles, karaoke, blackjack, and even dancing. They have religious services, wellness programs, and educational events, though no one is forced to join in. For care, Cambridge Court covers independent living, assisted living, respite stays, and specialized Alzheimer's or dementia support, with plans made to fit each resident's needs, and they've got a nurse, medication support, podiatry, wound care, and occupational therapy among other services. There are safety features throughout, including handrails and sprinklers, and kitchens or kitchenettes in apartments, and the staff can help residents transfer safely, such as from beds to wheelchairs. They arrange move-in policies, waiting lists, and planning for when it's time for someone to leave, and folks often meet with their team for a tour or guidance choosing what care level is best. The place tries to keep things comfortable and homey, with big, bright spaces and private spots for reading or quiet conversation. Cambridge Court accepts private pay, veteran's benefits, and many insurance types, but charges a community fee, buy-in fee, respite fee, and extra fees for added care if needed. The facility is licensed by the State and has 67 studio apartments in various layouts, plus several room types for different needs.

    People often ask...

    Cambridge Court Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $6,016 per month.

    Cambridge Court Assisted Living offers independent living and assisted living.

    There are 28 photos of Cambridge Court Assisted Living on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 1621 E Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831.

    No, Cambridge Court Assisted Living 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 number306004761
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity99 residents
    LicenseeS.H.A.L. MANAGEMENT, INC.
    EffectiveJuly 29th, 2015
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    Inspection Reports

    33

    Reports

    8

    Type A Citations

    10

    Type B Citations

    21

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    08 May 2026Complaint
    Identified issues with a resident’s medication dosage and missing routine medications for two residents after reviewing records and interviewing staff and residents. Other allegations were not supported.
    • Type A87465(a)(4)
    08 Apr 2026Inspection
    Identified that a staff member worked more than five days without a required background clearance, creating an immediate safety risk to residents. Civil penalties were assessed.
    • Type A87355(e)(2)
    24 Mar 2026Complaint
    Investigated a complaint about medication administration and logging. Findings showed medications were administered per prescriptions, the log was provided, and information about missing medication could not be established.
    09 Mar 2026Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that staffing was insufficient to provide care and supervision for residents. Found that on February 28, 2026, only one caregiver was on duty for portions of the afternoon and evening shifts, with a backup called in, leaving periods with inadequate staffing.
    • Type B87411(a)
    09 Mar 2026Complaint
    Investigated allegation that staff mishandled a resident's personal belongings; found the allegation unfounded.
    18 Feb 2026Inspection
    Identified that a resident was intoxicated and threatened staff and themselves with a knife, and the hospitalization was not reported to the licensing agency within seven days.
    • Type B87211(a)(1)(B)
    18 Feb 2026Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that eviction procedures were not followed. The investigation found the licensee did not provide the required 30-day eviction notice before refusing a resident's return from the hospital, while other allegations about staff behavior could not be confirmed.
    • Type A87224(a)
    15 Jul 2025Inspection
    Observed a clean, safe, and well-maintained residence with sufficient food supplies and reviewed records; no deficiencies observed.
    10 Jul 2025Complaint
    Investigated allegations that residents distributed and used illicit drugs, that diapering care was not met, and that staff did not respond timely to residents' requests.
    10 Jul 2025Complaint
    Investigated three allegations about smoking area use, inappropriate comments toward other residents, and cleaning up after a pet; all were unsubstantiated.
    10 Jul 2025Complaint
    Investigated allegations about grooming, timely medical attention, bathing, personal property, inappropriate speech, and medication management; found no evidence to support any of them.
    10 Jul 2025Complaint
    Investigated the claim that residents were not offered activities or helped with getting in and out of bed; found that activities were available and assistance with bed mobility was provided.
    10 Jul 2025Complaint
    Investigated and found the allegation that the admission agreement wasn't followed to be unsubstantiated.
    24 Feb 2025Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that staff do not ensure hot water is available; hot water was measured at 98.2°F in a resident bathroom, below the required range.
    • Type B87303(e)(2)
    21 Feb 2025Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that staff did not ensure a resident's wound care needs were met.
    07 Dec 2024Inspection
    Found safety and training deficiencies: hot water temperatures in grooming areas exceeded 120 F, disinfectants and cleaning solutions were accessible to residents, and required initial and annual staff training hours were not met.
    • Type A87303(e)(2)
    • Type A87309(a)
    • Type B1569.625(b)(2)
    • Type B87412(c)(1)(A)
    23 Apr 2024Complaint
    Investigated two allegations that staff did not provide adequate food service and activities for residents. Evidence showed meals were delivered warm and that ongoing activities, including Bingo and music therapy, were provided.
    05 Apr 2024Inspection
    Identified a failure to follow the non-smoking policy in admission agreements.
    • Type B87507(f)
    13 Feb 2024Inspection
    Reviewed amended findings for a complaint and discussed them with staff and the administrator via telephone.
    30 Jan 2024Complaint
    Identified issues with medication assistance, showing one resident did not receive required help with self-administered medications. The investigation did not establish evidence of theft, improper food portions, or unauthorized access to personal belongings.
    • Type B87465(a)(4)
    28 Dec 2023Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that the non-smoking policy in the admission agreement wasn't followed, with residents smoking in areas not designated for smoking.
    • Type B87507(f)
    11 Dec 2023Complaint
    Identified concerns about personal rights and safety, including staff disregarding a resident's wishes, locking the resident's room at night, a non-operational call system for days, and unsanitary practices.
    • Type A87468.1(a)(3)(a)
    • Type A87468.1(a)(6)(a)
    • Type B87303(i)(1)
    • Type B87470(a)(1)
    27 Nov 2023Inspection
    Observed no health and safety deficiencies after addressing a reported incident where a car struck the building and a pipe burst. Residents remained safe, with power, water, and food available, and some were relocated to other rooms.
    16 Nov 2023Complaint
    Investigated a complaint alleging a resident fell due to staff neglect and that staff did not respond promptly to call buttons.
    21 Sept 2023Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that supervision was insufficient, resulting in a resident's multiple falls, with staff not providing timely medical attention and failing to recognize a change in condition.
    16 Aug 2023Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that residents do not have access to the bathroom. Interviews and observations showed some residents have private bathrooms while others use the common bathroom, and some common bathrooms were reported as locked.
    16 Aug 2023Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that staff served food that was not of quality; interviews and observations indicated meals were palatable and varied.
    22 May 2023Inspection
    Found that no deficiencies were cited after the case-management follow-up; interviews confirmed the involved individual was not staff, and no health or safety issues were observed.
    16 Mar 2023Complaint
    Investigated a complaint that staff failed to meet a resident's needs. Evidence showed the resident became severely dehydrated and suffered acute kidney injury, with delays in contacting medical staff and notifying the family.
    • Type A87464(f)
    06 Mar 2023Inspection
    Found no deficiencies cited after reviewing a case involving a resident giving money to a staff member and related concerns about gifts.
    25 Jan 2023Inspection
    Observed two technical advisory notes issued about maintaining adequate staff association in Guardian and posting an up-to-date administrator certificate.
    13 Jun 2022Inspection
    Observed no health or safety issues; areas were clean and organized, with 11 staff present and 59 residents, and food supplies within required levels.
    13 Sept 2021Inspection
    Observed no health and safety concerns and adequate food supplies during an unannounced visit; staff were present and wearing PPE.

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