Lexington Assisted Living sits on Ralston Street in San Buenaventura, in a building designed with an English Tudor style that brings a certain charm, and the place spreads out in a U-shape around a landscaped courtyard with a relaxing pool and a jacuzzi so you always see a touch of green and plenty of natural light through those big windows in both apartments and the common rooms. People living here get support for different needs, like independent living, assisted living, and memory care, and each group has its own spaces and services-there's even a special first-floor Memory Care wing with 13 units that feel safe and comfortable for residents who need a bit more attention, and this area honors veterans with military seals and flags. The apartments come in different sizes, including studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms, with helpful features like large closets, room-controlled heating and air, tub-style showers cut out for easy access, and sometimes even small kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves if someone wants a cup of tea or a snack.
There's plenty of things to do, and Lexington has regular activities to keep residents active and engaged-art and crafts, games in the parlor, water aerobics in the heated pool, music programs, outings on the community bus to local spots like museums, casinos, and lunch places, and even a Sweet Shop stocked with snacks and a jukebox for a bit of nostalgia. The Bijou Theater shows movies every night with popcorn straight from the machine, and the Churchill library upstairs makes a quiet place to read, sit on the patio, or play some poker. For those who like to stay fit, there's a fitness center with equipment, group classes offered daily, and even on-site physical therapy; folks looking for a bit of pampering can head over to the beauty salon or barber shop during the week. Meals are served in a classic dining room with restaurant-style service, and there are private dining rooms for family visits, plus chef-prepared dishes and room service for anyone wanting a quieter meal. Guests can join for meals too.
The community helps with many daily needs, from laundry rooms on each floor to weekly housekeeping and a 24-hour concierge desk that coordinates appointments and helps line up complimentary shuttle rides or even trips to the store or doctor's office in a Lincoln Town Car. Residents get free Wi-Fi and cable TV, so family calls and favorite shows fit right into the day, and the building has a good emergency call system with intercoms linked to the concierge in case someone needs quick help. Lexington also has religious and devotional services both on-site and nearby, so residents who want to keep up with their faith have options. The staff-trained and ready to help-provide memory care, ambulatory care, incontinence support, and medication management, focusing on both independence and safety as needs change. The pet policy allows smaller pets up to 30 pounds, and the grounds are good for a stroll with a companion animal. Some apartments have small patios or decorated interiors to help everyone feel at home. Lexington Assisted Living has earned positive reviews over the years for being comfortable, full of activity, and offering enough support to let people relax, make friends, and enjoy each day at their own pace.
People often ask...
Lexington Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,000 per month.
Lexington Assisted Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
There are 32 photos of Lexington Assisted Living on Mirador.
Yes, Lexington Assisted Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 5440 Ralston St, Ventura, CA, 93003.
Yes, Lexington 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
28
Type A Citations
26
Type B Citations
5
Years of reports
30 Aug 2024
30 Aug 2024
Found deficiencies related to a resident's medical emergency and subsequent death were not properly reported to the appropriate authorities.
§ 87211(a)(1)
§ 87211(a)(1)
22 Aug 2024
22 Aug 2024
Verified allegations regarding how staff handled a resident's medications and showering, while other allegations of inappropriate staff behavior and food quality were inconclusive. Residents generally expressed satisfaction with the facility.
§ 87465(a)(4)
§ 87464(f)(4)
22 May 2024
22 May 2024
Found deficiencies related to medication management and response times to resident requests for assistance.
§ 87465(a)(4)
§ 87468.2(a)(4)
22 May 2024
22 May 2024
Confirmed that medication records for a resident were not provided, as they were archived when residents move out or pass away; citations for deficiencies were issued.
§ 87506(a)(e)
06 Nov 2023
06 Nov 2023
Identified deficiencies in various areas of the facility during an unannounced inspection. Reviewed records, conducted interviews, and issued a report with appeal rights.
§ 87465(h)(6)
25 Aug 2023
25 Aug 2023
Confirmed inadequate care in meeting resident's hygiene needs based on staff falsifying documentation and failing to provide required showers. Insufficient evidence for allegations of inadequate food service and failure to meet medical needs.
§ 877464(f)(4)
09 Aug 2023
09 Aug 2023
Found two incidents where residents left without staff noticing, despite one having dementia and not being permitted to leave unassisted.
§ 87705(c)(4)
§ 87463(a)
09 Aug 2023
09 Aug 2023
Investigated an allegation that a refund was refused to a former resident's Power of Attorney, but evidence could not definitively determine any wrongdoing, with a refund check reportedly having been cashed.
27 Jul 2023
27 Jul 2023
Confirmed multiple falls and scabies outbreak at the facility.
§ 87468.2(a)(4)
§ 87211(a)(1)
20 Jul 2023
20 Jul 2023
Investigated an incident where a resident left without being noticed, and found that the resident, though not diagnosed with dementia, may not be able to navigate back safely. Recommended obtaining an updated physician's report to ensure proper care.
15 Mar 2023
15 Mar 2023
Unsubstantiated allegation of resident safety violation due to lack of evidence from interviews and document review.
21 Feb 2023
21 Feb 2023
Confirmed staff did not follow physician's orders by failing to administer medication on schedule. Unsubstantiated claims of staff not responding timely to resident call lights.
§ 87465(a)(4)
06 Feb 2023
06 Feb 2023
Investigated an allegation of neglect and lack of supervision regarding an incident between two residents and determined no sufficient evidence to support the allegation, concluding the reported incident was consensual.
19 Oct 2022
19 Oct 2022
Conducted unannounced infection control visit to ensure facility compliance with regulations. Observed adherence to proper infection control protocols and provided guidance on screening residents returning from outings.
31 Aug 2022
31 Aug 2022
Confirmed concerns about resident neglect including being left soiled, without access to personal possessions, and not being provided meals on a specific day.
§ 1569.269(a)(30)
§ 87625(b)(3)
§ 87555(b)(1)
31 Aug 2022
31 Aug 2022
Identified deficiencies in medication administration were found during a recent inspection.
§ 87465
23 Aug 2022
23 Aug 2022
Identified deficiency in beauty parlor storage of hazardous products. Penalties issued.
§ 87705
23 Aug 2022
23 Aug 2022
Confirmed rough handling of residents during certain care activities, but found no evidence of staff speaking inappropriately to residents.
§ 1569.269(a)(10)
08 Aug 2022
08 Aug 2022
Identified deficiencies during the visit resulted in civil penalties being issued.
§ 87705
08 Aug 2022
08 Aug 2022
Confirmed that a resident violated others' personal rights through inappropriate touching and verbal advances, as substantiated by staff and resident interviews.
§ 1569.269(a)(10)
27 Jul 2022
27 Jul 2022
Unlocked pool gate observed during inspection. Civil penalties issued for violation.
§ 87705(e)
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Identified deficiencies during the visit led to civil penalties being issued.
§ 87705
§ 87355
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Identified residents not changed in a timely manner, with some calling for help repeatedly without receiving assistance promptly.
§ 87464(f)(1)
12 Apr 2022
12 Apr 2022
Confirmed missing medications for residents as staff forgot to give one of the medications and residents had to point out missing medications.
§ 1569.269(a)(6)
08 Mar 2022
08 Mar 2022
Confirmed failure to report a COVID-19 outbreak. Monitoring visits will continue to ensure compliance.
24 Feb 2022
24 Feb 2022
Identified deficiencies observed during the visit included accessible medications, cleaning supplies, and tools, as well as an unauthorized staff member working at the facility. Multiple falls and injuries of a resident were also noted, along with a delay in updating their care plan. Civil penalties were issued as a result.
§ 87705
§ 87309
§ 87465
§ 87355
§ 87463
24 Feb 2022
24 Feb 2022
Found neglect and lack of supervision resulting in multiple injuries sustained by a resident.
§ 1569.312(a)
24 Feb 2022
24 Feb 2022
Confirmed allegation of neglect/lack of supervision resulting in multiple injuries to a resident.
§ 1569.312(a)
24 Feb 2022
24 Feb 2022
Confirmed concerns regarding the reporting of COVID positive residents.
§ 87211(a)(2)
04 Jan 2022
04 Jan 2022
Investigated concerns about staff retaliation against a resident for filing a complaint, with interviews revealing no awareness of such behavior, leading to the conclusion that the allegation lacked substantiation.
04 Jan 2022
04 Jan 2022
Confirmed that unqualified staff member administered medications without recent training.
§ 1569.69(b)
04 Jan 2022
04 Jan 2022
Identified issues with a vehicle, including non-functional windshield wipers, a balding tire, and expired registration tags, based on observations and interviews.
§ 87312
01 Dec 2021
01 Dec 2021
Investigated allegations of inappropriate touching and failure to prevent verbal altercations between residents but found insufficient evidence to confirm either.
18 Nov 2021
18 Nov 2021
Confirmed concerns related to staff not having proper medication training, the absence of an Activities Director, and internet issues at the facility.
§ 87303(a)
§ 87219(f)
§ 1569.69(a)(1)
18 Nov 2021
18 Nov 2021
Identified deficiencies in infection control practices and hazardous items accessibility led to civil penalties being issued during a recent inspection.
§ 87705(f)(2)
§ 87705(c)(5)
§ 87705(f)(1)
14 Oct 2021
14 Oct 2021
Found deficiencies during visit, issued civil penalties.
§ 87705
§ 87355
§ 87465
13 Sept 2021
13 Sept 2021
Identified several hazardous materials accessible to residents during a tour, noting substances like bleach, Tide pods, and medications improperly stored in various areas. Cited deficiencies based on regulatory violations related to these safety concerns.
§ 87465
§ 87705
28 May 2021
28 May 2021
Confirmed that staff shut off water for an extended period on May 20th from 10pm to 4am and failed to provide residents with advance notice of the water shut-off.
§ 87307(d)(2)
§ 87468(a)
24 May 2021
24 May 2021
Identified deficiencies in paint storage and closet security.
§ 87309
24 May 2021
24 May 2021
Found insufficient evidence to support claim of nutritionally inadequate food. Residents reported satisfaction with food quality and quantity.
23 Feb 2021
23 Feb 2021
Confirmed scabies outbreak, failure to report to Department of Public Health.
§ 87211(a)(1)
05 Mar 2020
05 Mar 2020
Identified deficiencies in safety and resident care were noted during the evaluation, including accessible hazardous substances and missing medical documentation.