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Aaspen Villagecare

Reviewer concerns include physical neglect including bed sores and bruising (mentioned by 2 reviewers) — investigate before committing.

7633 Kickapoo Trail, Yucca Valley, CA 9228415 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
2.8/5

based on 6 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Avoid this facility unless you can personally verify much higher standards of care. The most recent reviews indicate a critical pattern of physical neglect, including bed sores, which is a major red flag for resident safety.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

6 reviews on Google
Families should exercise extreme caution, as recent reviews report severe physical neglect including the development of bed sores and bruises within weeks of admission. While an older review from 2020 noted kind service, more recent reports highlight serious concerns regarding resident safety and the theft of personal belongings.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff2.0Clean1.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/ACommsN/AValue1.0

Strengths

  • Kind service during transition periods

Concerns

  • Physical neglect including bed sores and bruising (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Theft or loss of resident personal belongings
  • Poor facility cleanliness

Rating Trends

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2345.02018(1)2.02019(4)4.02020(3)1.02023(6)

Distribution · 14 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about how kind the staff is during transitions; how do you help new residents settle in and feel at home during their first week?
  • 2What specific protocols do you have in place to ensure residents are repositioned regularly and that their skin integrity is closely monitored?
  • 3How does the housekeeping team manage daily cleaning schedules to ensure all common areas and resident rooms stay consistently tidy?
  • 4Can you walk us through your system for tracking and securing residents' personal belongings to prevent anything from being misplaced?
  • 5What is the process for handling a medical emergency after hours, and how quickly can nursing support reach a resident's room?
  • 6What kind of daily activities or social outings do you organize to keep the residents engaged with one another?

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Key Review Excerpts

My mother was in their care only 19 days and we removed her abruptly because she was covered in bed sores and bruises in just 19 days of being in their “care.”

Family of former resident · 2023☆☆☆☆

When a family member went to retrieve his belongings, many of his things were missing. A guitar, cell phone, and an Alexa among other items. Waiting to see if situation will be resolved. Police Report has been filed.

Family of deceased resident · 2019☆☆☆☆

Very kind service, helps you with one of the most difficult times in life when having to place a loved one in others care.

Family of former resident · 2020★★★★
Source: 6 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

11total
5 Type A— immediate health risk
14 Type B— non-compliance
Clean record— no deficiencies found
Jan 26, 2026Inspection
Clean

The inspection identified several deficiencies across multiple areas, including medication administration, emergency planning, and recordkeeping. There are multiple Type A and Type B citations requiring immediate attention and corrective action by specified due dates. Overall, the facility requires significant follow-up to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Jun 27, 2025Other
Clean

The inspection was an informal office meeting held to discuss the facility's operational status, closure procedures, and compliance with Title 22. Two deficiencies were noted, both related to documentation and procedure, specifically concerning unapproved eviction letters and the need to adhere to proper facility closure protocols.

Jun 19, 2025Other
Clean

The unannounced visit identified two deficiencies. A Type A deficiency was cited for unsanitary conditions in an empty room, specifically feces on the floor of room #6. Additionally, a Type B deficiency was noted regarding the failure to submit a required closure plan to the department.

May 9, 2025Complaint
Clean

This report details an investigation into allegations concerning food service and resident care. The investigation concluded that the allegations were Unfounded, meaning the complaint was found to be false or without reasonable basis.

Jan 21, 2025Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent a required annual inspection. While general areas like passageways, lighting, and basic supplies were found adequate, a significant deficiency was noted regarding the hot water temperature in two resident bathrooms. Overall, the report indicates that no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations, despite the noted technical violation.

Dec 11, 2023Inspection
Clean

The inspection identified three deficiencies, all classified as Type B non-compliance issues. These issues relate to inadequate hot water temperatures in bathrooms, lack of a fully furnished bedroom, and overgrown exterior shrubbery. The facility was advised on plans of correction for all cited violations.

Sep 5, 2023Complaint
Clean

This report details a complaint investigation regarding alleged neglect of a resident in care. The investigation, which included observation, interviews, and record review, concluded that the allegation was unfounded. No deficiencies were cited in this report.

Feb 17, 2022Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent an Annual Inspection focused on Infection Control. The LPA observed proper signage, adequate supplies of PPE, and established plans for COVID-19 protocols. Crucially, the report explicitly states that no deficiencies were cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Mnk Group LLC

Administrator

CHRISTOPHER TANABE

Source: State licensing data

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