I chose this community for its caring, knowledgeable, long-tenured staff, very clean rooms, generous apartment sizes, good meals and lots of activities - all at a reasonable price. Management and office staff have been helpful and responsive; they offer weekly cleaning, laundry and medication distribution, and recent upgrades (new flooring, patio/landscaping) and a pleasant courtyard are nice bonuses. It's an older building that needs some updating, and staff consistency, occasional maintenance/pest issues and the call system can be spotty, but overall my loved one is well cared for and it's good value.
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.
Yes, Cambridge Court Assisted Living 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
42
Inspections
7
Type A Citations
9
Type B Citations
4
Years of reports
15 Jul 2025
15 Jul 2025
Found residents safe, clean, and well cared for, with posters posted, fire extinguishers maintained, and adequate food supplies.
Found ten resident files and eight staff files complete and current, showing admissions agreements, physician reports, appraisals, identification sheets, residents’ rights, criminal clearances, and required training, with no deficiencies noted.
§ 9058
10 Jul 2025
10 Jul 2025
Reviewed interviews and records, found no preponderance of evidence to prove the allegation occurred, noting residents’ participation in activities and in-room activities for those bed-bound, plus use of a hoyer lift for assistance.
10 Jul 2025
10 Jul 2025
Investigated three allegations — staff did not ensure residents used the designated smoking area; staff did not prevent residents from making inappropriate comments toward other residents; and staff did not clean up after residents' pets — and found them unsubstantiated.
10 Jul 2025
10 Jul 2025
Found that the allegation that rent increased due to additional services could not be proven. No citations were issued.
10 Jul 2025
10 Jul 2025
Found all allegations unfounded after interviews with staff, residents, and review of records. Residents reported grooming, bathing, timely medical care, and medication management were satisfactory, and no theft or improper treatment occurred.
10 Jul 2025
10 Jul 2025
Investigated three allegations: residents distributing and using illicit drugs, staff not ensuring diapering needs were met, and staff not responding promptly to resident requests; found each allegation unsubstantiated.
24 Feb 2025
24 Feb 2025
Investigated three allegations: hot water not available, inadequate laundry service, and residents smoking marijuana. Addressing the hot water issue was confirmed, laundry service deemed adequate, and there was no evidence of marijuana use by residents.
§ 87303(e)(2)
21 Feb 2025
21 Feb 2025
Determined that the resident was independent and that wound care was mainly managed by home health, with staff assisting only when asked. A December 23 incident led to a 911 call for infection, with some communication gaps between home health and staff, but there was no evidence that wound care needs were unmet.
07 Dec 2024
07 Dec 2024
Found four deficiencies, including cleaning/disinfectants accessible to residents in a resident room and water temperatures in sinks exceeding safe levels. Identified incomplete staff training, with several staff lacking required initial and annual training hours.
§ 87412(c)(1)
§ 1569.625(b)(2)
§ 87309(a)
§ 87303(e)(2)
23 Apr 2024
23 Apr 2024
Found meals delivered warm and activities provided; no evidence to support the allegation that staff did not provide adequate food service or sufficient activities.
23 Apr 2024
23 Apr 2024
Investigated allegations regarding inadequate food service and insufficient activities for residents, finding insufficient evidence to prove these claims; observed appropriate food delivery and ongoing activities were provided throughout the day.
05 Apr 2024
05 Apr 2024
Identified a deficiency about admission agreements that had not been cleared. Conducted an unannounced follow-up visit to review the issue, and held an exit interview.
05 Apr 2024
05 Apr 2024
Identified deficiencies regarding Admission Agreements during an unannounced visit by the Licensing Program Analyst.
§ 87507(f)
13 Feb 2024
13 Feb 2024
Investigated a complaint alleging improper care and reviewed amended findings; an exit interview was conducted with staff and the administrator.
30 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2024
Investigated medications storage and found centrally stored meds were properly kept, though one resident who could not manage meds per a physician’s report was still allowed to store and handle their own medications. Found no conclusive evidence that staff stole money or a package or rummaged through belongings, with most residents satisfied with meals and kitchen practices supported by dietician oversight.
13 Feb 2024
13 Feb 2024
Amended findings for a complaint were discussed with staff during an inspection.
30 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2024
Confirmed allegations relating to medication storage, while allegations of staff stealing money and not serving adequate food were unsubstantiated. An allegation of unauthorized staff access to residents' personal belongings was found to be unfounded.
§ 87465(a)(4)
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28 Dec 2023
28 Dec 2023
Identified the allegation that smoking did not follow the admission agreement; interviews with residents and review of records showed smoking occurred outside the designated area despite updated rules dated 08/10/21.
28 Dec 2023
28 Dec 2023
Confirmed that the facility did not follow smoking rules as stated in the admission agreement.
§ 87507(f)
11 Dec 2023
11 Dec 2023
Investigated multiple allegations involving a resident’s rights, isolation, safety, sanitation, and staff conduct. Found that staff ignored the resident’s wishes, kept the resident’s door locked at night, and the call system was non-operational for a weekend, with sanitation and infection-control practices falling short; other claims had insufficient evidence to prove them.
11 Dec 2023
11 Dec 2023
Confirmed allegations of staff ignoring resident's wishes and isolating them, as well as issues with facility repairs and sanitation. Unsubstantiated claims of resident feeling unsafe, staff leaving resident unattended in feces, and not treating resident with dignity and respect.
§ 87470(a)(1)
§ 9099
§ 87468.1(a)(6)
§ 87468.1(a)(3)
§ 87303(i)(1)
27 Nov 2023
27 Nov 2023
Found residents safe after the incident; power, water, and meals were available, and no health or safety risks were observed. Two residents reported no injuries, with one evacuated and relocated to another room.
27 Nov 2023
27 Nov 2023
Confirmed no deficiencies or health and safety risks were observed during the visit.
16 Nov 2023
16 Nov 2023
Investigated two specific allegations: a resident fell due to staff neglect and staff did not respond to call buttons promptly. Found the fall allegation UNSUBSTANTIATED and the call-button allegation UNFOUNDED.
16 Nov 2023
16 Nov 2023
Investigated allegations of staff neglect leading to resident falls and staff's untimely response to call buttons; determined insufficient evidence to support the staff neglect claim, while the response time allegation was found to be unfounded.
21 Sept 2023
21 Sept 2023
Investigated unannounced visit identified three specific allegations: lack of supervision resulting in multiple falls, failure to provide timely medical attention, and failure to recognize changes in the resident’s condition. Found insufficient evidence to determine whether these allegations occurred as reported.
21 Sept 2023
21 Sept 2023
Unannounced visit conducted to investigate allegations of lack of supervision resulting in resident falls, delayed medical attention, and failure to recognize changes in resident condition. Allegations could not be proven or disproven due to lack of evidence.
16 Aug 2023
16 Aug 2023
Found that the allegation that staff served food that is not of quality was unfounded after lunch observations, menu review, and interviews with staff and residents, who reported meals to be palatable, varied, and with substitutes readily available. No deficiencies cited.
16 Aug 2023
16 Aug 2023
Investigated the allegation that residents do not have access to the bathroom and found no evidence that residents were denied bathroom access.
16 Aug 2023
16 Aug 2023
Confirmed that the allegation of staff serving poor quality food was unfounded based on interviews and observations conducted during the visit.
22 May 2023
22 May 2023
Found no health and safety issues and confirmed the involved person was not employed here. Determined that no deficiencies were cited.
22 May 2023
22 May 2023
No health or safety issues were observed during the inspection, and the allegation involving a specific individual was found to be unsubstantiated.
16 Mar 2023
16 Mar 2023
Identified that the allegation that staff failed to meet the resident's needs was supported by interviews and record reviews.
16 Mar 2023
16 Mar 2023
Confirmed that staff failed to meet resident's needs leading to a substantiated allegation.
§ 87464(f)
06 Mar 2023
06 Mar 2023
Identified that a resident allegedly gave $10,000 to a staff member, with conflicting statements and memory concerns about reliability. Noted a policy prohibiting staff from accepting gifts from residents, and no deficiencies were found.
06 Mar 2023
06 Mar 2023
Confirmed financial allegations involving resident and staff were investigated; no deficiencies were found.
25 Jan 2023
25 Jan 2023
Found no deficiencies cited. Issued two advisory notes to the licensee about maintaining adequate staffing and posting a current administrator certificate.
25 Jan 2023
25 Jan 2023
Issued two Technical Advisory Notes after reviewing records and conducting an unannounced visit to address staffing and certificate posting concerns.
13 Jun 2022
13 Jun 2022
Found no health or safety concerns or deficiencies; common areas, resident rooms, and kitchen were clean and orderly, with 11 staff and 59 residents observed and food supplies meeting required levels. Reviewed policies on resident and staff screening, visitation, infection control, PPE, staffing, and emergency planning, and provided technical assistance on N95 fit testing.
13 Jun 2022
13 Jun 2022
Confirmed no health and safety issues observed during inspection.
13 Sept 2021
13 Sept 2021
Found no health and safety concerns after reviewing rosters, policies, and on-site conditions; observed 12 staff wearing PPE, 52 residents present, and common areas and kitchen clean and well organized with adequate food supplies.
13 Sept 2021
13 Sept 2021
Observed no health and safety concerns during inspection. All policies and practices in compliance with regulations.
