I appreciate the genuinely caring, attentive staff and the nonstop activities-classes, music, games, trips and social groups keep residents engaged. The grounds are clean and well kept, apartments are roomy and pet-friendly, and transportation/dining flexibility make daily life easy. Food quality varies: often very good, but sometimes inconsistent or impacted by staffing shortages. My biggest drawbacks are the high price, occasional understaffing/high turnover, some dated interiors, and uneven memory-care reliability. Overall I felt safe and supported, but I'd recommend touring to see if it's the right fit.
Atria Covell Gardens offers independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care for older adults aged 55 and up, so residents can get the support they need as their needs change, and it's the sort of place where staff are available 24 hours a day for emergencies and to help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and managing medicine, which makes things easier for families and for the residents themselves. The community has nurses on staff, and brings in outside health providers like podiatrists, dentists, and different therapists for extra care, and there's support for people who need help with diabetes or who have bowel or bladder incontinence, as long as they can take care of themselves a bit, plus there's care options for folks who can't walk independently but can transfer with a little help from one person, so different needs get met. The facility includes a secure memory care area for adults living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and staff keep a close watch to reduce confusion and help prevent wandering, especially for residents at risk of eloping.
Living at Atria Covell Gardens means enjoying meals every day-cooked by chefs-either in a restaurant-style dining room, a bistro, a private room for family celebrations, or even grabbing something quick from the café bar or the soda fountain, and there's always someone handling housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance. Residents don't need to worry about chores-they can join yoga classes, salon appointments, devotionals on site or off, and there's always a full calendar of social activities, like art classes, book clubs, games in the game room, and outings to San Francisco galleries or wine country. Other amenities include a wellness center, beauty salon and barber shop, movie theater, library, craft rooms, and a general store with banking services right on site, so most needs get taken care of without leaving home, and for getting around town there's complimentary transportation, resident parking, plus the place is close to a bus line.
The grounds have serene fountains, beautiful courtyards, tables for sitting outside, outdoor smoking areas, and a private entrance leading straight to the cycling and walking paths of the Davis Greenbelt, which provide a peaceful setting. The apartments are maintenance-free and wheelchair accessible, with roll-in showers, and the interiors are bright and cheerful so everyone has spots to relax and chat. Atria Covell Gardens allows residents to bring small pets, and welcomes families for events like the Sunday Champagne Brunch. Community programs like Engage Life® promote movement, mental fitness, and socializing, and there are monthly events with special themes like The Great Outdoors and Casino Royale, which make it easy to stay active and meet people. The staff focus on care and compassion, working to make sure residents feel safe, secure, and part of a lively community, while support services make it easier for seniors who want to age in place or need a short-term stay after an injury or while families travel. Residents pay one monthly bill that includes meals, housekeeping, and local rides, which takes the guesswork out of managing expenses as needs shift.
People often ask...
Atria Covell Gardens offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,195 per month.
There are 27 photos of Atria Covell Gardens on Mirador.
Yes, Atria Covell Gardens allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 1111 Alvarado Ave, Davis, CA, 95616.
Yes, Atria Covell Gardens 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
80
Inspections
9
Type A Citations
5
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
29 Jul 2025
29 Jul 2025
Found resident and staff files complete, medications secured and MAR used, and infection-control practices in place. Verified postings visible, kitchen and dining areas clean and well maintained, food storage proper, and fire safety equipment and drills up to date; no deficiencies noted.
24 Jul 2025
24 Jul 2025
Found that staff fed a resident with a G-tube without a licensed professional conducting the feedings, and that there were hospitalizations related to the feeding tube with no incident reports filed. Found that physician reports indicate the resident cannot assist with medications, and that a newly appointed administrator started in February 2025 without Department notification or approval.
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§ 9058
§ 1569.72(a)
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09 Jul 2025
09 Jul 2025
Found an inoperable air conditioning unit in the resident's room. Found the allegation that staff did not ensure a resident's room was properly operating to be unsubstantiated.
09 Jul 2025
09 Jul 2025
Identified an incident in which a resident took a pill found on the floor, was transported to the hospital for observation, and returned the same day. Reviewed with management, who noted concerns about medication administration and that appeal rights were provided.
09 Jul 2025
09 Jul 2025
Determined the refund allegation lacked support because the resident’s lease states no refunds for care costs when away from the residence, including hospital stays. Determined the charge-for-services-not-rendered allegation also lacked support since a 30-day notice was required and charges through June 4 were the resident’s responsibility, with staff noting 24-hour care could be provided and the resident did not notify of a change in condition.
01 May 2025
01 May 2025
Found two of nine resident rooms had a strong odor and stained carpeting, showing those rooms were not kept clean and odors were present. Found not enough evidence to determine whether staff met residents’ hygiene needs.
15 Nov 2024
15 Nov 2024
Identified multiple incidents around the resident and conducted a case management review via phone with the administrator. Found no deficiencies or citations issued at the time, and staff continued monitoring the resident's condition and seeking supports.
25 Jul 2024
25 Jul 2024
Found no deficiencies after a tour of the home, with clean, safe, and well-maintained spaces. Observed adequate food supplies, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, secure medications, and a complete first aid kit, with several documents requested.
25 Jul 2024
25 Jul 2024
Inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed facility met health and safety requirements.
19 Jul 2024
19 Jul 2024
Found a clean, well-maintained home with a comfortable temperature, orderly dining areas, an immaculate kitchen, ample food supplies, proper refrigeration, and locked cleaning chemicals. Found memory care rooms tidy and hazard-free, an active program with many residents participating, positive remarks from staff and residents, and no deficiencies were found.
19 Jul 2024
19 Jul 2024
Found no deficiencies during inspection, with positive feedback from staff and residents. All areas of the facility were clean, well-maintained, and meeting state requirements.
16 Jul 2024
16 Jul 2024
Found no deficiencies; five resident files and five employee files were complete with updated needs and services plans. Postings were up and visible, toxins and medications were stored securely, medications were administered via an E-MAR with barcode scanning, there was an active activities program, and dementia and hospice waivers covered nine residents with 156 residents served.
16 Jul 2024
16 Jul 2024
Reviewed files, supplies, and procedures at the facility. No deficiencies or citations were issued during the inspection.
01 Feb 2024
01 Feb 2024
Investigated allegations that memory care residents were not adequately cared for or supervised and were locked in their rooms due to a Covid outbreak; observed residents were clean, well-groomed, and receiving care, with staff engaged, and noted that they were not locked from the inside but isolated from others outside, resulting in UNSUBSTANTIATED.
01 Feb 2024
01 Feb 2024
Reviewed allegations of inadequate care and supervision, as well as cleanliness and sanitation concerns at the facility. Observations, interviews, and document review did not provide enough evidence to support the allegations.
15 Dec 2023
15 Dec 2023
Found medications were administered as prescribed according to the medication log. Found insufficient evidence to support or refute the claim that staff did not administer medications as prescribed.
15 Dec 2023
15 Dec 2023
Investigated claim that staff were not correctly administering resident's medication; determined insufficient evidence to confirm or refute the allegation after reviewing logs, conducting interviews, and consulting with physician reports.
§ 9058
18 Sept 2023
18 Sept 2023
Found that meals were provided to residents via tray service with daily order records, and there was insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that staff did not provide food service or that dining room service was not being provided.
18 Sept 2023
18 Sept 2023
Reviewed an allegation regarding staff not providing dining room service due to Covid, but found that tray service is being provided to residents in line with health department guidelines.
05 Sept 2023
05 Sept 2023
Identified that a resident received an additional dose of medication beyond the physician’s order because the computer system incorrectly flagged a discontinued dose, prompting a second administration. Found that this supports the allegation of mismanaging medications.
05 Sept 2023
05 Sept 2023
Confirmed mismanagement of a resident's medication due to a computer system error that led to an additional dose being administered contrary to the physician’s order.
§ 9058
§ 87465(a)(5)
03 Aug 2023
03 Aug 2023
Found no deficiencies and noted compliance with safety and care standards. Ensured premises were clean, medications secured, and residents engaged in an active program of activities and meals.
03 Aug 2023
03 Aug 2023
Inspection found all areas of the facility to be in compliance with regulations, with no deficiencies or citations issued.
§ 87303
14 Jul 2023
14 Jul 2023
Found no deficiencies at the site after reviewing two resident files and two staff files and conducting interviews, with a capacity of six non-ambulatory residents, a hospice waiver for four and zero residents on hospice, indoor temperature of 75 F, hot water at 120 F, a locked centrally stored medications area, a complete first aid kit, and functioning alarms and detectors. Annual updates for designation of facility responsibility (LIC308), personnel report (LIC500), and administrator certificate were discussed.
14 Jul 2023
14 Jul 2023
Confirmed no deficiencies during the visit to the facility.
28 Mar 2023
28 Mar 2023
Investigated a self-reported abuse involving a resident and a family member; found that the family member directed abusive verbal remarks toward the resident, with no physical harm, and the incident was cross-reported to other agencies. No deficiencies were observed.
28 Mar 2023
28 Mar 2023
Reviewed a self-reported abuse report involving verbal abuse between a family member and a resident, which was reported to other agencies. No deficiencies were observed.
23 Jan 2023
23 Jan 2023
Identified a medication error in which a dose intended for one resident was given to another; the responsible party and prescribing doctor were notified, and the resident was taken to the hospital for evaluation and returned with no adverse effects. Deficiencies were cited related to medication management and safety procedures.
§ 87465(a)(5)
23 Jan 2023
23 Jan 2023
Identified a medication error incident, which resulted in the incorrect medication being administered to a resident. The resident was taken to the hospital for evaluation and returned to the facility without any adverse effects.
01 Dec 2022
01 Dec 2022
Found that two residents reported the theft of a recumbent bicycle and an adult tricycle, with the losses reported to the police and management; no deficiencies were identified.
01 Dec 2022
01 Dec 2022
Investigated theft/loss of residents' recumbent bicycles and adult tricycle; no deficiencies identified.
03 Nov 2022
03 Nov 2022
Found the home clean and orderly with no Covid-19 cases and proper entry screening with masks for staff and visitors. Found reporting timely and well-written with follow-up, noted ongoing staff training on medication management and a new electronic medication system onboarded and working well; followed up on safety incident reports and current resident conditions, with no deficiencies or citations and an exit interview completed.
03 Nov 2022
03 Nov 2022
Confirmed cleanliness, orderliness, no cases of Covid-19, and diligent screening. Training on medication management, current conditions of residents, and reports found to be well-written.
26 Aug 2022
26 Aug 2022
Found the home clean and orderly, with engaged residents and staff and ongoing training for the new electronic MAR system, and no deficiencies or citations noted.
26 Aug 2022
26 Aug 2022
Inspection on 8/26/22 found no deficiencies or citations at the facility, with staff and residents engaging positively and new MAR system being well-implemented.
15 Jul 2022
15 Jul 2022
Found no deficiencies after the unannounced visit; the home operated within a 6-resident capacity with 2 hospice waivers and 1 resident on hospice, temperatures and hot water were within required ranges, and safety equipment was in place with a locked central medications area and a stocked first aid kit. Annual submissions will include designation of responsibility, personnel report, and an updated administrator certificate.
15 Jul 2022
15 Jul 2022
Inspected facility met all required regulations and had no deficiencies cited.
07 Jul 2022
07 Jul 2022
Found no deficiencies or citations, with infection-control measures in place, screenings for visitors and residents, ample PPE and supplies, secure medication storage, and a new electronic MAR system in use; 149 residents were in care, with approved dementia and hospice plans, fire clearance for 210 non-ambulatory residents, and monthly fire drills.
07 Jul 2022
07 Jul 2022
Confirmed compliance with infection control procedures and practices, cleanliness, adequate supplies, proper medication storage, staff wearing masks, approved dementia and hospice care plans, and successful fire drills.
16 Jun 2022
16 Jun 2022
Found that a medication error was reported with no ill effects; no deficiencies cited.
16 Jun 2022
16 Jun 2022
Identified no deficiencies during inspection.
§ 87465(a)(4)
24 May 2022
24 May 2022
Identified a medication error in which the wrong prescribed medication was dispensed during medication passing. The responsible party and prescribing doctor were notified, and the resident was taken to a hospital for observation, later returning with no adverse reactions.
24 May 2022
24 May 2022
Identified a medication error incident during a visit.
29 Mar 2022
29 Mar 2022
Found no evidence to support the allegation that a lack of staff caused residents to wait over 60 minutes for call-light responses; most calls were answered in 3-8 minutes, with occasional 12-15 minute delays, and staffing levels appeared adequate. Found no evidence to support the allegation that temperatures were uncomfortable; observed 74-76 degrees, with heaters or a fireplace used to maintain warmth on some visits.
29 Mar 2022
29 Mar 2022
Investigated allegations of delayed call light responses and uncomfortable temperatures; findings indicated reasonable response times and comfortable ambient conditions, with no evidence to prove any violations occurred.
19 Nov 2021
19 Nov 2021
Found the pressure ulcer no longer open and skin in normal range. Identified no new concerns at this time.
19 Nov 2021
19 Nov 2021
Found insufficient evidence that the odor issue occurred; restrooms were clean, supplies were available, and trash cans were not empty but not overflowing.
19 Nov 2021
19 Nov 2021
No deficiencies were cited during the inspection, and the pressure ulcer concern for the resident has improved according to the nurse's assessment.
30 Sept 2021
30 Sept 2021
Found that the allegations that residents were not provided food of good quality and that the administrator did not treat residents with dignity and respect were not proven by the available evidence.
30 Sept 2021
30 Sept 2021
Identified that the allegation that the admissions agreement was not followed after a resident's death occurred on 5/9/2021, as a visitor entered the deceased resident's apartment and an unscheduled family move-in took place that day.
30 Sept 2021
30 Sept 2021
Investigated allegations regarding food quality and resident treatment; determined insufficient evidence to confirm or refute claims of low food quality or lack of dignity and respect from administration.
27 Jul 2021
27 Jul 2021
Found all staff and residents vaccinated, with care staff wearing masks indoors and residents not wearing masks inside, and sign-in screening, hand sanitizer, and infection-control notices readily available. Found the location clean with dining arranged for four per table, ample PPE, and ongoing oversight of training and testing; no deficiencies cited.
27 Jul 2021
27 Jul 2021
Inspection confirmed compliance with infection control protocols, including staff and resident vaccination, social distancing measures, availability of hand sanitizer, and proper cleaning and disinfection of common areas.
09 Jul 2021
09 Jul 2021
Found no deficiencies and observed safe, compliant conditions at the site, including a 73°F indoor temperature, 117°F hot water, a locked centralized medications area, and a stocked first-aid kit. Noted that annual documents need updating and that licensing fees were mailed.
09 Jul 2021
09 Jul 2021
No deficiencies were observed during the inspection.
25 May 2021
25 May 2021
Identified that medications no longer in use for two residents were stored instead of being destroyed as of 9/22/2020. Found that these medications were destroyed within 30 days after discovery.
25 May 2021
25 May 2021
Found that the specific allegations were unfounded: insufficient staffing, failure to report to the licensing agency, improper storage of medications, and failure to observe/report changes in a resident’s condition.
25 May 2021
25 May 2021
Identified medication handling deficiencies during an unannounced visit.Residents' medications were not destroyed, as required by policy, upon their move-out.
10 May 2021
10 May 2021
Found that the personal rights allegation regarding in-person visitation was not proven, as staff followed current county and state directives and allowed visits based on the resident's medical documentation.
10 May 2021
10 May 2021
Determined that the allegation of a resident's rights being violated due to restricted in-person visitation was inconclusive, as evidence showed compliance with relevant health guidelines at the time.
§ 87465(a)(5)
16 Mar 2021
16 Mar 2021
Investigated a complaint alleging an unlawful rate increase and inconsistent charges among residents. Found that increases applied to all residents, varied by room value and individual care needs, and notices were provided more than 60 days before taking effect with a cost breakdown; there was insufficient evidence to prove a violation.
16 Mar 2021
16 Mar 2021
Found that there was not enough evidence to prove the allegation that staff were not trained properly. Verified onboarding training for new staff and that annual transfer training was not conducted, while interviews indicated staff were knowledgeable about how to transfer residents.
16 Mar 2021
16 Mar 2021
Confirmed complaint of unlawful rate increase was unsubstantiated; facility in compliance with regulations.
§ 87507(f)
03 Dec 2020
03 Dec 2020
Identified that a private caregiver, not employed by the home, crushed a resident's medication because the resident had difficulty swallowing, which is not allowed. Deficiencies were cited.
03 Dec 2020
03 Dec 2020
Found that the allegation of overcharging the resident and the allegation of illegal eviction lacked a preponderance of evidence.
03 Dec 2020
03 Dec 2020
Investigated claims of overcharging and illegal eviction; determined there was insufficient evidence to prove these violations occurred.
19 Oct 2020
19 Oct 2020
Investigated a suspected abuse report and related incident, interviewed the executive director and staff, and requested additional information about staff; found no deficiencies.
19 Oct 2020
19 Oct 2020
Reviewed by teleconference, identified that the quarantine policy did not specify how ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents exit the site; requested a written plan outlining these exit procedures by 10/27/2020.
19 Oct 2020
19 Oct 2020
Conducted an inspection with no deficiencies found.
07 Oct 2020
07 Oct 2020
Investigated two alleged thefts of residents’ jewelry from private residences, with the jewelry later found; interviews with residents and the administrator were conducted and records reviewed. Also discussed plan of operation and requested copies of safeguarding policy, theft-and-loss policy, and resident records.
07 Oct 2020
07 Oct 2020
Investigated allegations of suspected theft concerning missing jewelry from two residents. Confirmed jewelry was eventually found, and no deficiencies were identified.
08 Sept 2020
08 Sept 2020
Found insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation that staff did not seek timely medical treatment for a resident's injury or that inadequate supervision resulted in injury; and found insufficient evidence regarding meals served at an inadequate temperature.
08 Sept 2020
08 Sept 2020
Investigated complaints of untimely medical care and inadequate supervision, neither of which had conclusive evidence. Allegation of not serving food at adequate temperature also lacked supporting evidence.
22 Jun 2020
22 Jun 2020
Investigated an allegation of improper restraints involving a resident from an incident two years ago; determined no conclusive evidence to support the allegation based on current findings.
11 Jun 2020
11 Jun 2020
Investigated overcharging allegation for resident; determined insufficient evidence to prove or disprove claims.
03 Mar 2020
03 Mar 2020
Unsubstantiated allegation of unlawful eviction of a resident who needed a higher level of care due to medical needs.
§ 1569.2(c)
28 Feb 2020
28 Feb 2020
Found that a resident sustained an injury while in care, staff failed to seek timely medical attention, failed to meet resident's needs, and provided inaccurate incident reports.
§ 87465(i)
23 Jan 2020
23 Jan 2020
Identified deficiencies in medication management were cited during a recent visit by licensing officials. Residents were found to have missed doses due to medication unavailability.
20 Dec 2019
20 Dec 2019
Observed deficiencies in food handling and staff training during the inspection. Reviewed emergency preparedness plan and discussed new legislation requirements with the administrator.
17 Dec 2019
17 Dec 2019
Inspection found no deficiencies in resident care, safety, and emergency preparedness at the facility.
