Pricing ranges from
    $4,843 – 5,811/month

    Finest Living at Crestwood

    225 Crestwood Ave, Ventura, CA 93003
    • Assisted Living

    Compassionate staff improved mother's quality

    I placed my mother here and it's been the best experience. The compassionate owner and hardworking, caring staff treat her like family; personal care has greatly improved her quality of life. The food and communication are very good, and assisted living offers solid social opportunities-I would recommend this community.

    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
    • 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

    Reviews

    3.80·(5)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.8
    • Value

      3.8

    Pros

    • Compassionate ownership
    • Caring, hardworking staff
    • Family-like resident treatment
    • Personalized care improving quality of life
    • Enhanced social opportunities in assisted-living program
    • Good dining quality
    • Clear family communication
    • Positive family recommendations

    Cons

    • Odor concerns in common and resident areas
    • Inconsistent housekeeping and sanitation practices
    • Constrained facility layout limiting open communal spaces

    Summary of reviews

    Finest Living at Crestwood is described by reviewers as a small, care-focused assisted-living option with strong interpersonal strengths. Families consistently emphasize a compassionate owner and a staff characterized as hardworking and caring. Reported care interactions are often described as personalized and family-like, with several accounts noting measurable improvements in residents’ day-to-day quality of life after admission. Communication with families is also highlighted as a positive operational trait, and a number of family members would recommend the community based on their experience.

    Staff and care quality emerge as the facility’s principal strengths. Reviewers describe attentive, respectful staff and an environment in which residents are treated with familiarity and warmth. These attributes appear to support residents’ social and emotional well-being; the assisted-living program is noted for providing improved social opportunities compared with previous living situations. Management involvement is visible and framed positively, which appears to contribute to clarity in family–staff communication and an overall sense of engagement with residents’ needs.

    Dining and activities receive favorable comments. Food quality is described as good, and programming in the assisted-living setting is credited with expanding residents’ socialization options. These elements reinforce the perception of a supportive daily-living environment where residents have opportunities for interaction and routine enjoyment.

    Facility-related concerns focus on physical environment and housekeeping. Reviewers raise sanitation and odor concerns in resident and common areas and note inconsistencies in housekeeping practices. The building layout is also described as constrained; some families would prefer more open communal spaces. These issues relate to maintenance and environmental management rather than direct care interactions, but they can affect resident comfort and the overall impression of the community.

    Overall, Finest Living at Crestwood is characterized by strong, relationship-driven caregiving and effective family communication, paired with positive dining and social programming. Prospective residents and families should weigh these operational strengths against facility-level maintenance and layout limitations. A recommended next step for interested families is an in-person tour focused on current housekeeping standards, odor management, and the availability of open communal spaces to confirm that those aspects meet their expectations.

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    Location

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    Finest Living at Crestwood is located at 225 Crestwood Ave, Ventura, CA, 93003.

    About Finest Living at Crestwood

    Finest Living At Crestwood sits on 225 Crestwood Avenue in Ventura, California, and has helped local seniors since 2004 with care in a small, home-like setting. The facility only takes up to six residents at a time, so it stays pretty quiet and everyone usually knows each other well, which can make life a bit easier and friendlier for those moving in. It's licensed by the State of California with License #565801541 and offers assisted living, memory care, hospice care, respite care, and independent living for elderly adults who want extra support but don't need a big community.

    Residents can pick between private or semi-private rooms, all in a modern, spacious home with updated features and calming spaces for both relaxation and socializing. The staff stays on site 24 hours a day to help with bathing, dressing, shower assistance, medication reminders, and just lending a hand when someone needs it, and they'll work with each person to fit daily care to their needs. The place feels kind of like a big family, thanks to the staff being friendly and treating everyone like they're at home, and there's a community manager who keeps an eye on the care and quality of service.

    There's a traveling stylist or hairdresser for residents, three home-cooked meals each day with special diets and modifications arranged when needed, and planned schedules for entertainment, music therapy, pet visits, and board games. Residents can join exercise and wellness programs, movie nights, art events, trips out in town, walks on outdoor garden paths, and social gatherings in comfortable indoor or outdoor common areas. There's parking for those who still drive, transportation to medical appointments and errands, and support for those wanting to attend religious or devotional services. People staying for short-term or respite care will find the same welcoming environment and support.

    Finest Living At Crestwood gives honest, verified information about local senior living communities and a staff to help families pick what's best for their needs. Monthly prices start at $3,000 for assisted living, with changes depending on the room type, level of care, or extra services needed, and the facility accepts private pay, long-term care insurance, and Veterans Aid and Attendance. Reviews on SeniorAdvisor.com reflect a 3.5 star "Very Good" average, and the Seniorly system gives it a score of 5.5. The main goal remains steady: provide a peaceful retreat with quality amenities, help each resident keep independent while building companionship, and make Ventura County elderly care a little more personal and easier on families.

    People often ask...

    Finest Living at Crestwood offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,843 per month.

    Finest Living at Crestwood offers assisted living and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 225 Crestwood Ave, Ventura, CA 93003.

    No, Finest Living at Crestwood 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 number565801541
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeFINEST LIVING GUEST HOME, LLC.
    EffectiveJanuary 28th, 2008
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    17

    Reports

    10

    Type A Citations

    17

    Type B Citations

    8

    Complaints

    5

    Years

    27 Jan 2026Inspection
    Identified hot water at 137.5°F in the hall bathroom, higher than allowed, and found five resident reappraisals were not updated.
    • Type A87303(e)(2)
    • Type B87463(a)
    09 Jan 2025Inspection
    Identified failure to maintain a minimum seven-day supply of nonperishable foods on the premises.
    • Type B87555(b)(26)
    15 Nov 2024Complaint
    Found that a staff member slept during a shift, creating a potential health and safety risk for residents. The investigation included photos and interviews confirming the sleeping incident.
    • Type A87468.2(a)(4)
    15 Nov 2024Inspection
    Identified concerns from a complaint investigation. A bedridden resident resided in a room not approved for bedridden status, and an annual medical assessment and dementia reappraisal were not completed.
    • Type A87202(a)
    • Type B87705(c)(5)
    15 Nov 2024Complaint
    Investigated allegations of questionable death, inadequate care of a pressure injury, and an unexplained wound. The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to support the allegations.
    19 Jan 2024Complaint
    Identified that staff did not keep the area free of insects, with spider webs and several spiders found in resident rooms.
    • Type B87303(a)
    09 Jan 2024Inspection
    Identified health and safety deficiencies at a residential care setting, including accessible cleaning products and vitamins, outdated fire safety equipment, nonfunctional alarms, and need for updated medical assessments and care plans for residents.
    • Type ACCR87705(f)(2)
    • Type BCCR87411(f)
    • Type BCCR87202(a)
    • Type BCCR87705(c)(5)
    • Type BCCR87705(j)
    07 Jan 2023Inspection
    Identified hot water temperatures in three resident restrooms below the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit, posing a safety risk.
    • Type B87303(e)(2)
    15 Dec 2022Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that staff failed to safeguard a resident's belongings from damage. Observed damage to a resident's shoe and rodent evidence in the room.
    • Type B87217(b)
    17 Nov 2022Complaint
    Investigated a complaint that staff failed to safeguard a resident's personal belongings. Evidence showed photos were removed from the wall and not promptly restored.
    • Type B87468.2(a)(27)
    10 Nov 2022Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in medication labeling/record-keeping and in dementia-related medical assessments for a resident.
    • Type A87465(e)
    • Type B87705(c)(5)
    10 Nov 2022Complaint
    Investigated allegations that staff did not dispense medications as prescribed and did not assist with grooming; reviews of records and observations identified issues with medication administration and grooming care.
    • Type A87465(a)(4)
    • Type A87464(f)(4)
    08 Nov 2022Complaint
    Observed rodent droppings in multiple locations, including the activity area, attic, and a resident's room, indicating ongoing rodent activity and cleanliness concerns.
    • Type B87303(a)
    26 Jul 2022Inspection
    Reviewed a Decision and Order that prohibited an individual from being involved with any licensed facility for life unless reinstated. The licensee stated that the individual had not worked at any licensed facility since 2014.
    14 Feb 2022Inspection
    Observed hot water at hand washing stations exceeded 120°F, creating a health and safety risk. Infection control practices were reviewed and one deficiency was cited.
    • Type B87303(e)(2)
    12 Oct 2021Complaint
    Identified an inoperable smoke detector in a resident room and lack of building permits for a kitchen remodel. Observed food preparation outside the building with sanitation concerns and a resident room smelling of urine.
    • Type A87203
    • Type B87305(a)
    • Type B87555(b)(15)
    • Type B87303(a)
    12 Oct 2021Inspection
    Observed medications and other substances left accessible to residents, creating immediate safety risks.
    • Type A87705(f)(2)
    • Type A87465(h)(2)

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