I had a pleasant tour and the staff were compassionate and very accommodating. The small, intimate community (15-20 residents) felt peaceful, clean, and happy - nice common areas for meals/socializing, a small library, shaded front porch, covered patio and central garden. Rooms are medium-sized, let you bring your own furniture, and include a refrigerator and Keurig. Care felt personal and adequate, but the grounds/curtilage need improvement. It's a lovely setting, though costs are high (reasonable for the area) and not the right fit for my brother's needs.
The Burlington Assisted Living sits in a quiet setting, giving seniors a sense of home and belonging with others who care about one another, and it's licensed by California's Department of Social Services which keeps the place up to high standards and makes safety and care a real priority. The building was put up in 1954, all on one floor, with just 21 units, making it what you'd call a Micro community, so people tend to know their neighbors and staff is always there for support, whether it's day or night. Folks get three home-cooked meals each day and there's always someone ready to help with things like medicine, bathing, getting dressed, or just checking in. The facility keeps apartments fully furnished and supplies daily services like cleaning, laundry, and regular check-ins, so seniors can worry less about chores and more about enjoying life.
Residents at The Burlington can join regular wellness activities and social events, whether that's music therapy, animal therapy, games, crafts, movie nights, workouts, or trips out for shopping, spiritual services, or to the doctor-all with transport available right from the building, and it's even close to bus lines for when family or friends come by. There's a book room, a game room, and spaces inside and outside for everyone to gather, including cozy living rooms and places for crafts or fitness, and sometimes things like a salon, a Jacuzzi, or a sauna for extra comfort. Folks don't have to pay any upfront community fee or deposit, though there may be a pet deposit, and the units stay wheelchair-accessible with showers built in and easy first-floor access for those who don't want to deal with stairs.
The home offers detailed support for higher health needs when requested, including diabetic care, medication management, incontinence care, and non-ambulatory care, so people get help matched to their own alertness and mobility. There's respite care and hospice care services when required, as well as memory care and support for residents experiencing dementia. Seniors can follow a vegetarian diet and get meals matched to health conditions like hypertension or diabetes, with food cooked and served in a way that meets their preferences, whether in the dining room or on a tray in their own apartment if they'd rather eat privately. The Burlington Assisted Living backs up its help with trained staff on site at all times, keeps the place secure, tends to grounds and property maintenance, and encourages everyone to take part in regular devotional services, on-site and off-site activities, and structured programs that encourage friendship and independence, so even as folks get older, they're still part of a warm community that lets them keep as much independence as possible.
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The Burlington Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,749 per month.
The Burlington Assisted Living offers assisted living.
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The full address for this community is 13 Sycamore Dr, Wofford Heights, CA, 93285.
Yes, The Burlington 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
50
Inspections
11
Type A Citations
5
Type B Citations
4
Years of reports
28 May 2025
28 May 2025
Identified a resident observed lying in a full rail bed without hospice care and without a doctor's order on file. A deficiency was cited for this issue.
§ 9058
§ 87608(a)(5)
28 May 2025
28 May 2025
Reviewed discussions about completing proper pre-appraisals and needs-and-services plans for residents, with re-appraisal to occur upon changes in a resident's condition, and noted that skilled nursing records cannot substitute for these plans.
§ 9058
28 May 2025
28 May 2025
Found the initial allegation unfounded, meaning it could not have happened or lacked a reasonable basis. Found the subsequent allegation unsubstantiated.
14 May 2025
14 May 2025
Identified a verbal altercation between a staff member and a resident, and found no evidence that residents were without adequate food during meals or when requested.
§ 87468.2(a)(8)
09 Jan 2025
09 Jan 2025
Identified no basis for the allegation that residents need repositioning; residents confirmed they do not need repositioning and staff check on them more often than they want, with one resident observed sleeping.
13 Nov 2024
13 Nov 2024
Confirmed the immediate exclusion of a staff member who had not been employed for over a year. Found no issues.
17 Oct 2024
17 Oct 2024
Identified safety concerns including an unlocked shovel outside room 6, an unlocked tool set and automatic screwdriver stored between the kitchen counter, and a hole in the wall under the kitchen sink, resulting in a deficiency being cited. All 13 residents were present; supplies were adequate, medications secured, detectors and fire extinguishers functioning, and temperatures and cleanliness maintained.
§ 87303(a)
§ 87705(f)(1)
24 Sept 2024
24 Sept 2024
Found a fire clearance for a total capacity of 22, with room 8 ready to accommodate one additional resident. Observed adequate food and outdoor seating; an exit interview was conducted and a new license will be mailed to the licensee.
24 Sept 2024
24 Sept 2024
Confirmed approval for an increase in capacity after fire clearance was granted.
15 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024
Investigated the allegation that residents received food assistance through a program without authorization; interviews and information collected showed no resident received any such assistance.
15 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024
Investigated and found payee-allegation unfounded. Bedbugs allegation at another location unfounded.
15 Aug 2024
15 Aug 2024
Found allegations of residents being forced to appoint a payee to be unsubstantiated. Bedbugs were found at another facility but not at the one investigated.
17 Jul 2024
17 Jul 2024
Investigated two specific allegations: one, that staff called a resident an inappropriate name and spoke to residents with attitude, was supported by evidence. Found insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the second allegation that staff did not administer medications according to physician's instructions.
17 Jul 2024
17 Jul 2024
Found inappropriate behavior by staff towards residents and insufficient evidence of medication administration issues.
§ 87468(a)(1)
04 Apr 2024
04 Apr 2024
Found an unannounced case management visit to check health and safety, meeting with the administrator and touring the spaces. Found that passageways were clear and residents were observed in hallways, on the porch, and in bedrooms; no deficiencies cited.
04 Apr 2024
04 Apr 2024
Conducted inspection of the facility, no deficiencies cited.
08 Mar 2024
08 Mar 2024
Found there was no cash on site, and interviews showed staff provide first aid and assist residents as needed. The cash-related allegation lacked supporting evidence.
08 Mar 2024
08 Mar 2024
Investigated allegations of missing cash and inadequate first aid; found no evidence supporting these claims.
12 Feb 2024
12 Feb 2024
Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that a resident was inappropriately touched while in care, and insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that staff did not prevent residents from being mistreated while in care.
12 Feb 2024
12 Feb 2024
Found no evidence to support allegations of inappropriate touching or mistreatment of residents at the facility.
12 Jan 2024
12 Jan 2024
Reviewed records and interviewed staff during a case-management follow-up about a 01/05/24 incident in which a resident drank hand sanitizer and was sent to the hospital.
12 Jan 2024
12 Jan 2024
Reviewed an incident where a resident was sent to the hospital for ingesting hand sanitizer.
18 Dec 2023
18 Dec 2023
Identified improper medication handling: medications were found on the floor and on a resident’s nightstand, and a staff member administered another resident’s prescribed medications to a different resident.
18 Dec 2023
18 Dec 2023
Confirmed allegations included medications found in inappropriate locations and incorrect medication administration.
§ 87465(i)
§ 87465(a)(4)
27 Nov 2023
27 Nov 2023
Found that all pre-licensing requirements were met. Documentation was to be submitted to the licensing authority in Sacramento for final review before a license could be issued.
27 Nov 2023
27 Nov 2023
Confirmed compliance with all pre-licensing requirements during the inspection.
17 Nov 2023
17 Nov 2023
Completed COMP II via telephone, verified identities, and confirmed understanding of major requirements for the care setting, including admissions, staffing, health conditions, emergency preparedness, and complaints; advised to submit a signed LIC 809 with photo ID by email or fax.
17 Nov 2023
17 Nov 2023
Confirmed successful completion of Component II during a recent assessment by the California Department of Social Services.
09 Nov 2023
09 Nov 2023
Found the allegations that staff yelled at a resident using profanity and that a staff member pushed a resident unsubstantiated; the claim that staff smoked with residents inside was unsubstantiated. R1 was hospitalized for back and neck pain after transport from a doctor's appointment due to unrelated health issues; R2 and R3 did not require ADL or medication assistance, and R3, over 60, receives non-alcohol drinks and leaves with strangers who buy alcohol for him.
09 Nov 2023
09 Nov 2023
Investigated allegations of staff misconduct, yelling with profanity, and pushing residents; insufficient evidence found. Reviewed residents' access to non-alcoholic beverages and unsanctioned purchase of alcohol; no proof staff smoked with residents indoors.
20 Oct 2023
20 Oct 2023
Identified two residents lacking the required physician’s reports and six staff not affiliated at the time of review. Found insufficient evidence to prove or disprove that supervision was inadequate causing wandering or that residents were not informed about the management company.
20 Oct 2023
20 Oct 2023
Found no deficiencies during an unannounced visit. Verified that safety, cleanliness, and records for residents and staff were in order, including proper food storage, functioning detectors, locked medications, and current emergency contacts.
20 Oct 2023
20 Oct 2023
Found allegations related to missing documentation and staff not associated with the facility were substantiated, resulting in a civil penalty. Insufficient evidence was found regarding inadequate supervision and notification practices.
§ 87506(b)(10)
§ 87355(e)(2)
24 Mar 2023
24 Mar 2023
Found the allegation that a staff member hit a resident not supported by the evidence. Determined the evidence did not meet the standard to prove the claim.
24 Mar 2023
24 Mar 2023
Found that the allegation that staff did not prevent a pest infestation was UNSUBSTANTIATED, and the allegations of inadequate food services and financial problems were UNSUBSTANTIATED.
28 Mar 2023
28 Mar 2023
Identified that a staff member working at the site was not fingerprinted or cleared and not associated with the site. A civil penalty of $500 was assessed.
28 Mar 2023
28 Mar 2023
Identified deficiency during visit, civil penalty assessed.
§ 87355
24 Mar 2023
24 Mar 2023
Investigated an allegation that a staff member hit a resident; determined the evidence did not support the claim, resulting in an unsubstantiated finding.
09 Dec 2022
09 Dec 2022
Investigated a complaint that a resident requiring a special diabetic diet was not offered that diet. Found that the resident did not receive the required diabetic diet based on records and interviews.
09 Dec 2022
09 Dec 2022
Confirmed that a resident's specialized dietary needs were not being met at the facility.
§ 87555(b)(7)
29 Sept 2022
29 Sept 2022
Identified lack of a Covid-19 mitigation plan. Observed hand sanitizer readily available, social distancing maintained in common areas, Covid-19 signs posted, cleaning supplies secured, PPE available, emergency contact information updated, staff Covid training reviewed, and an exit interview conducted.
29 Sept 2022
29 Sept 2022
Conducted an annual infection inspection at the facility, finding appropriate COVID-19 protocols in place such as hand sanitizer availability, social distancing measures, and updated emergency contact information for residents.
16 Feb 2022
16 Feb 2022
Identified that a staff member forced residents to stay in their rooms and yelled at residents and was stern when approaching them; also observed kitchen drawers in disrepair and the kitchen not well maintained.
16 Feb 2022
16 Feb 2022
Forced isolation and verbal mistreatment of residents were confirmed, along with disrepair in the kitchen area.
§ 87303(a)(1)
§ 87468(a)(1)
22 Dec 2021
22 Dec 2021
Found knives in an unlocked kitchen drawer, creating a safety deficiency. Informed the administrator and conducted an exit interview.
22 Dec 2021
22 Dec 2021
Found unsecured knives in a kitchen drawer during an investigation at an assisted living facility, resulting in a regulatory citation.
§ 87705
04 Nov 2021
04 Nov 2021
Found no deficiencies; universal entry screening and infection-control measures were in place and used, with signs, hand hygiene supplies, and PPE available.
04 Nov 2021
04 Nov 2021
Found no deficiencies during inspection, with infection control measures in place and being followed.
16 Mar 2021
16 Mar 2021
Found that the allegation that staff do not assist residents in a timely manner was unsubstantiated, based on interviews and observations. Observed living areas clean and in good repair, and no deficiency was found.
16 Mar 2021
16 Mar 2021
Found no evidence to support the allegation that staff did not assist residents in a timely manner, with the facility observed to be clean and in good repair.
