I'm very pleased - warm, attentive caregivers and supportive management kept my mother thriving for 2½ years: private, safe rooms, very good food, lots of activities (exercise, bingo, outings, live entertainment, Sunday church), and proactive family communication with staff who go above and beyond. It's a smaller, homey place, but expect occasional minor cleaning/maintenance lapses, mixed memory-care experiences, and a cost around $4,000/month.
Hallmark Of Bakersfield is a retirement community in Bakersfield, California, that offers several types of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care for people with Alzheimer's or other forms of memory loss, so people can get as much or as little help as they need while still keeping some independence if that's what they want. You'll find apartment options like studios, all with private bathrooms and kitchenettes, and the place takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and even move-in help, which can really take a load off. They allow pets, which is good for folks who like having animal company, and there's a 24-hour emergency response system plus security monitoring that helps people feel safe, which is always a worry. Health services include 12-16 hours of nursing care and supervision, plus help with things like bathing, dressing, getting around, cooking special meals for allergies or diabetes, and making sure medicine's taken on time, and they do keep a staff around full time.
There are planned social events and scheduled activities every day, and there are places to enjoy like a movie theater, library, garden, and fitness room, and you get transportation services if you need to get out and about, which is handy if you don't drive anymore. Folks who stay here get to join art and music rooms, game rooms, and weekly outings, so there are chances to stay active, and there's an emphasis on keeping up hobbies and finding things to enjoy. Meals are provided, with special diet options available, and the staff aims to support everyone's personal choices the best they can, trying to let folks keep their dignity and sense of self in a warm and safe place. Amenities like full-service dining, walking paths, and a call system for emergencies add comfort and security, and the management focuses on making sure the environment is supportive, affordable, and friendly. Hallmark Of Bakersfield holds a license from the state of California (License #157209304), and the staff works to match their care to each person, ensuring people get the help they need while enjoying a secure and lively retirement community.
People often ask...
Hallmark Of Bakersfield offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,776 per month.
Hallmark Of Bakersfield offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and board and care.
There are 18 photos of Hallmark Of Bakersfield on Mirador.
Yes, Hallmark Of Bakersfield allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 2001 Akers Rd, Bakersfield, CA, 93309.
Yes, Hallmark Of Bakersfield 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
35
Inspections
4
Type A Citations
8
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
27 Mar 2025
27 Mar 2025
Found the allegation that staff did not administer prescribed medication to a resident to be supported by interviews and records. Found that overnight checks were not performed, the resident went missing, and was later located at a hospital.
§ 87464(f)(1)
19 Mar 2025
19 Mar 2025
Found that staff spoke inappropriately to residents during a dispute and attempted to diffuse the situation in an inappropriate manner, with consistent statements from residents.
§ 87468.1(a)(1)
05 Mar 2025
05 Mar 2025
Found deficiencies at the site: inadequate food supply (two days of perishable items, no seven-day non-perishables), incomplete medication records (unlabeled aspirin for a resident, no central logs, cycled meds not started on schedule) and missing hospice plan, plus staff training not meeting required hours. Observed clean resident living spaces, outdoor seating, and secured storage for medications and cleaning supplies with functioning safety equipment.
§ 87633(b)
§ 1569.625(b)(2)
§ 87465(a)(4)
§ 87555(b)(26)
§ 87465(a)(6)
07 Nov 2024
07 Nov 2024
Investigated an allegation that a PRN medication was given more often than allowed; records and interviews supported the concern. Determined the staff behavior allegation regarding risk to residents was undetermined due to insufficient evidence.
§ 87465(a)(4)
04 Sept 2024
04 Sept 2024
Investigated the allegation about Covid 19 protocol adherence; found that Covid 19 protocols were being followed, with isolation of positive cases and timely maintenance and meals provided. The specific allegation could not be proven or disproven based on the information reviewed.
26 Mar 2024
26 Mar 2024
Identified a deficiency due to the absence of diabetes-specific training for Resident 3. Also identified the need for physician clarification on Resident 3’s needs and services.
06 Mar 2024
06 Mar 2024
Found front desk with a working call-light system and required postings, while residents were in the activity room and dining area. Found two floors with clean common areas and resident rooms, a securely locked medication room, and functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors; back patio seating showed dirt on some covers from recent winds; time constraints prevented review of files and facility documents, with a return visit planned.
26 Mar 2024
26 Mar 2024
Reviewed files and noted deficiencies in training documentation and clarification needed for resident needs.
§ 87613(a)(a)
06 Mar 2024
06 Mar 2024
Found cleanliness and safety measures satisfactory during an inspection visit.
27 Jan 2024
27 Jan 2024
Found the allegation that staff prevented visits for a resident unfounded. Found the allegation that staff did not safeguard a resident's personal items unsubstantiated.
27 Jan 2024
27 Jan 2024
Identified four incident reports describing aggressive behavior by one resident toward another, including a 01/23/24 incident with nudging over a shirt and a 01/15/24 incident where a shirt was snatched during a dispute, with staff intervening and informing management. An itemized list of one resident's personal belongings could not be provided, deficiencies were cited, and an exit interview was conducted.
§ 87468.1(a)(1)
27 Jan 2024
27 Jan 2024
Confirmed no evidence of staff preventing visits; allegation dismissed. Allegation of not safeguarding personal items unsubstantiated. No deficiencies found.
23 Feb 2023
23 Feb 2023
Identified safety and security measures, including a locked medical office with resident files and medications, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and fire extinguishers; the kitchen was clean with knives secured and two locked storage rooms containing chemicals.
Reviewed seven staff files for criminal record clearances; outdoor patio was covered with seating and there was no pool; license had not been issued yet and it was forwarded to the Central Applications Bureau for review.
23 Feb 2023
23 Feb 2023
Conducted an inspection of a facility, observed various areas and items, and reviewed staff files.
09 Feb 2023
09 Feb 2023
Confirmed the applicant understood licensing laws and the main areas, including license type, resident populations, program, admission policies, staffing and training, restrictive/prohibited health conditions, general provisions, emergency preparedness, complaints and reporting, and pre-licensing readiness, with an exit interview conducted.
09 Feb 2023
09 Feb 2023
Confirmed successful completion of Component II inspection for Change in Ownership application.
11 Jan 2023
11 Jan 2023
Identified an exclusion order issued to a staff member. Verified the staff member’s termination on 11/2/2021.
11 Jan 2023
11 Jan 2023
Confirmed a Notice of Exclusion order for Staff 1, who terminated employment on 11/2/2021.
26 May 2022
26 May 2022
Found the allegations of questionable death and staff overdosed the resident unfounded and dismissed.
26 May 2022
26 May 2022
Interviews and record reviews by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) did not substantiate allegations of resident mistreatment, overdose, or questionable death at the facility.
02 May 2022
02 May 2022
Found no deficiencies after an unannounced infection-control inspection at the location on 05/02/22, with observed entry screening, mask use, adequate supplies, and updated emergency contact information in some resident records. Noted minor concerns: bathrooms had trash cans without lids and hand-washing postings were not observed.
02 May 2022
02 May 2022
Conducted an inspection on infection control, no deficiencies were found.
18 Oct 2021
18 Oct 2021
Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that a resident sustained an injury or that staff failed to meet the resident's medical needs.
18 Oct 2021
18 Oct 2021
Found insufficient evidence to support the allegation of harm to a resident or neglect in providing medical assistance.
02 Sept 2021
02 Sept 2021
Found that alcohol wipes were used on a resident's bottom, causing redness and irritation, confirming the specific allegation. Identified insufficient evidence for other allegations.
02 Sept 2021
02 Sept 2021
Found that a staff member used alcohol wipes on a resident's bottom instead of proper cleansing wipes, and that the administrator knew about it but did not submit an incident report.
§ 87211
02 Sept 2021
02 Sept 2021
Identified failure to report an incident involving improper use of cleaning materials on a resident's skin.
24 May 2021
24 May 2021
Found COVID-19 guidelines were in place, a clean, unobstructed space with one main entrance for residents and visitors and a separate staff entry, and residents living in private rooms with bathrooms. Found medications and supplies kept up, adequate food and PPE, updated emergency contacts, current administrator certification, and no deficiencies observed.
24 May 2021
24 May 2021
Inspection on 5/24/21 found no deficiencies in cleanliness, resident care, staff health, medication management, or emergency preparedness. COVID-19 guidelines were met with proper protocols in place.
29 Apr 2021
29 Apr 2021
Found no immediate health and safety concerns after a tour with the administrator.
29 Apr 2021
29 Apr 2021
Conducted health and safety check inspection, no deficiencies observed.
18 Sept 2020
18 Sept 2020
Conducted a case-management visit via video call due to COVID-19 precautions; health and safety check completed with no immediate concerns identified. Exit interview completed.
18 Sept 2020
18 Sept 2020
Contacted facility for inspection via video call, health and safety check completed with no concerns observed.
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
10 Jul 2020
10 Jul 2020
Confirmed allegations of threatening a resident into accepting hospice services and failing to properly care for a wound were unfounded after interviews and record reviews were conducted.
07 Nov 2019
07 Nov 2019
Confirmed the allegation that the facility refused to accept a resident back due to ongoing behaviors and soft restraints required upon release from the hospital.
