Pricing ranges from
    $4,560 – 5,472/month

    Zeny's Residential Care Facility

    502 N Ranch St, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
    4.4 · 5 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Friendly staff, limited medical services

    I'm very pleased with the staff - friendly, professional and top-of-the-line - and the care was excellent; the place is very clean, well-kept, nicely presented, and my mom connected quickly in a well-equipped room. The facility is small and outdated, geared more toward end-of-life care, not very social, and not suitable for residents with mobility or cognitive issues. Practical concerns: they aren't certified to give insulin, Medicaid/extra-fee policies and pricing aren't clear, and it's a 35-40 minute drive.

    Pricing

    $4,560+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $5,472+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.40 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      4.4
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • friendly, professional, and attentive staff
    • high-quality, excellent care / top-of-the-line care staff
    • clean, well-maintained and very tidy facility
    • rooms that are well-equipped
    • nice-looking, pleasant facility and homes
    • positive, responsive director / management interactions
    • residents connect quickly / comfortable environment
    • favorable comparison to other homes

    Cons

    • not certified to administer insulin shots
    • unclear Medicaid acceptance or assistance
    • no published price list for extras / pricing transparency concerns
    • small living spaces
    • some parts described as outdated / lack of renovations
    • primarily an end-of-life focus — not suitable for some levels of mobility or cognitive impairment
    • limited social opportunities / not very social
    • long commute for some families (35–40 minutes)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is positive about the people and basic upkeep of Zeny's Residential Care Facility, but with several important caveats around clinical capabilities, transparency, physical space, and suitability for certain care needs. Reviewers repeatedly praise the staff—frontline caregivers and management alike—for being friendly, professional, and compassionate. Multiple summaries describe the care as excellent or top-of-the-line and indicate that residents (or the reviewer's family members) settled in or connected quickly, which suggests the facility provides a welcoming, supportive day-to-day atmosphere.

    Facility condition and cleanliness are another strong, consistent theme. Several reviewers call the homes "very clean," "well-kept," and in "outstanding condition," and note well-equipped rooms. At the same time, some reviewers describe small living spaces and an older, outdated building or lack of recent renovations. This mixed language suggests there may be variability between individual houses/rooms or that the facility is well maintained but not recently modernized. Families should expect cleanliness and basic amenities to be strengths, but verify room sizes and finishes during a tour if modern or larger living spaces are important.

    Clinical services and resident suitability are areas of clear concern in the reviews. Notably, the facility is reported as "not certified to administer insulin shots," which is a critical limitation for residents who require injection-based medications or specific clinical oversight. Reviewers also describe the home as functioning largely as an end-of-life environment and explicitly state it may not be suitable for residents with significant mobility or cognitive impairments. Combined, these points indicate Zeny's may be best suited for residents with lower medical/ADL complexity or those in a hospice/comfort-care phase, rather than for people who need ongoing skilled nursing or complex medication administration.

    Financial transparency and payment/benefits issues are another recurring theme. Multiple summaries mention unclear Medicaid assistance, no published price list for extras, and broader pricing transparency concerns. These are practical and material considerations for families planning long-term stays; the reviews imply that prospective residents should get detailed, written information about what is included in the base fee, what costs are considered "extras," and whether the facility accepts Medicaid or helps navigate benefits.

    Social programming and accessibility receive less favorable comments. One or more reviewers describe the environment as "not social," which—paired with small living spaces and an end-of-life focus—suggests limited group activities or communal engagement for residents seeking an active social calendar. Additionally, at least one reviewer noted a long commute (35–40 minutes), which can factor into family visits and logistics.

    Management and communication appear to be a relative strength: reviewers reference positive interactions with the director/management and made positive comparisons to other homes. That indicates staff and leadership may be responsive and that the facility can deliver a high level of personal attention even if some clinical or physical limitations exist.

    In summary, Zeny's Residential Care Facility is consistently described as clean, well-kept, and staffed by caring, professional employees who provide excellent day-to-day care and create a welcoming environment. However, it has notable limitations for residents with significant medical needs (notably inability to administer insulin), potential limitations in social programming and living space size, and concerns around pricing transparency and Medicaid clarity. Prospective families should confirm clinical certifications, clarify Medicaid acceptance and the full fee structure in writing, inspect room sizes and renovation status in person, and ask about activity offerings to determine fit for a given resident's medical, social, and financial needs.

    Location

    Map showing location of Zeny's Residential Care Facility

    About Zeny's Residential Care Facility

    Zeny's Residential Care Facility sits in Santa Maria, California, where you'll find a place that focuses on the needs of elderly residents who need different levels of support, and it's got a calm and homelike atmosphere that helps everyone feel safe while still letting them stay independent when possible, and when you walk around the property you'll notice a mix of private and shared rooms, so people have a choice and a way to feel like they belong to a small community, plus the rooms have wheelchair accessible showers to make things easier. The facility welcomes both men and women, and it can accommodate residents who walk on their own or those who need help getting around, and you'll find staff on hand at all hours to help with things like bathing, getting dressed, taking medicine, or dealing with incontinence, and the care plans for each person are worked out in cooperation with doctors and dieticians, making sure each need gets noticed and handled.

    Open and indoor spaces are set up for comfort and social events, and the staff often encourages people to join activities so nobody feels left out or bored, and there are meals every day that focus on good nutrition using fresh ingredients so folks can enjoy their food and stay healthy. Zeny's also has nurses plus doctors on call, and residents can get visits from healthcare professionals like a podiatrist, dentist, or therapists for speech and movement, and this helps cover a wide range of care, including memory care for those with dementia or similar needs, and even short-term respite and hospice care. For those wanting a bit of fresh air or time with other residents, there are outdoor common areas and a resident parking section.

    Zeny's Residential Care Facility is owned by an experienced Registered Nurse who puts a strong focus on high-quality care, and the trained staff tries hard to show kindness and respect every day, whether they're helping with eating, mobility, or simply sharing a quiet conversation. There's a no-smoking policy inside the private and public areas, helping keep the air clean for everyone, and with services like beauty and barber help, transportation for appointments, and a steady hand for medication management, residents get a wide mix of support, all in a well-kept and peaceful setting.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    3

    Inspections

    0

    Type A Citations

    2

    Type B Citations

    6

    Years of reports

    28 Dec 2021
    Found two torn window screens and a bathroom with a broken light switch and malfunctioning light bulbs. Conducted an exit interview and noted deficiencies after reviewing the documentation.
    28 Dec 2021
    Identified torn window screens and broken light fixtures during a visit on 12/28/21.
    • § 87303(a)
    02 Nov 2019
    Completed successful inspection with no deficiencies found.
    • § 87303(a)

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