The Palms at Bonaventure Assisted Living
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight exceptional activity and entertainment programs. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
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What this means for your family
The Palms at Bonaventure is an excellent choice for families seeking a vibrant, activity-rich environment with highly compassionate caregivers. While the resident care is top-tier, you may want to visit during different times of the week to ensure the welcoming atmosphere you experience during the day persists during all visiting hours.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
71 reviews on Google“Families considering The Palms at Bonaventure can expect a highly active community with exceptional programming and a staff widely praised for their genuine compassion. While the facility is noted for its recent renovations and beautiful grounds, a small number of visitors have reported feeling unwelcome during visits.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Exceptional activity and entertainment programs
- Compassionate and attentive caregiving staff
- Beautifully renovated and well-maintained facilities
- Strong sense of community and resident engagement
Concerns
- Unwelcoming atmosphere for visitors (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 71 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
The owner provides personalized greetings by name and uses varied templates to acknowledge positive feedback. For negative reviews, they offer direct contact information for management to resolve issues.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the entertainment and activity programs here; could you walk us through what a typical week of resident engagement looks like?
- 2The facility looks beautifully renovated; how often are the common areas and resident rooms updated to maintain this standard?
- 3We want to make sure we can visit often to support our loved one; how do you typically welcome family members and guests into the community?
- 4Since we are looking for a high level of attentiveness, how do the caregivers coordinate with families to share updates on a resident's well-being?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency or a change in health needs during the night, what is the protocol for getting immediate care?
- 6We noticed you are very active in responding to community feedback; how does the management team use resident or family suggestions to improve the facility?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The director and caregivers are amazing humans who went above and beyond to help my mom adjust and trust and feel at home.”
“The staff is professional and friendly. The facilities offer her a lot of programming and she is never bored. She's 92 years old and living her best life here.”
“The motto for the staff at The Palms is to treat each resident as if they were their own grandparent.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division
Sep 26, 2025ComplaintCleanReport
This report details a Complaint Investigation conducted on 09/26/2025 regarding several allegations. All four allegations—regarding low-carb food options, unkempt restrooms, lost personal items, and lack of dignity/respect—were investigated and subsequently deemed Unsubstantiated by the licensing evaluator. No deficiencies were cited in this report.
May 7, 2025ComplaintCleanReport
The report details a complaint investigation conducted following an initial complaint visit. All allegations cited—including communicable disease protocol, food service, pest control, dignity, and safeguarding belongings—were investigated and subsequently deemed 'Unsubstantiated' by the Licensing Program Analyst. No deficiencies were formally observed or cited in the final findings.
Apr 3, 2025Complaint
The investigation substantiated allegations of resident assault and unsafe resident movement within the facility. The primary deficiency cited relates to the failure to ensure safe and comfortable accommodations, specifically concerning resident safety protocols. The report indicates that the facility was found non-compliant with personal rights standards due to the incident.
Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. This requirement was not met due to safety risks related to resident behavior and facility security.
Dec 17, 2024ComplaintCleanReport
This report details a complaint investigation regarding allegations of staff failing to safeguard resident funds. The investigation concluded that the allegation was Unsubstantiated at this time. Furthermore, the report explicitly states that no deficiencies were observed during the visit.
Oct 23, 2024OtherCleanReport
The inspection was a Case Management - Incident visit conducted to review two self-reported incidents. The report details an elopement incident and a fall incident, but explicitly states that based on interviews and records reviewed, no deficiencies were observed at this time.
Sep 25, 2024ComplaintCleanReport
This report details a complaint investigation regarding allegations of resident neglect, including pressure injuries, inadequate feeding/hydration, and leaving residents without light. All allegations cited in the report were deemed 'unsubstantiated' based on file reviews and staff/resident interviews conducted during the investigation.
Sep 19, 2024Routine
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies across several critical areas, including immediate safety hazards related to fire clearance and medication storage, and general maintenance issues. Specifically, there were citations for unsecured hazardous materials, improper storage of medications, and general sanitation/maintenance concerns like pests and non-functional lights. The facility was issued civil penalties and required to submit multiple Plans of Correction by September 23, 2024.
The outdoor gate with delayed egress was found to be non-functional and was subsequently locked with a combination cable lock, posing an immediate safety risk to residents in care.
Medications were observed in three out of ten resident rooms where residents are unable to store or administer their own medications, posing an immediate health and safety risk.
One memory care resident's room was found containing milk of magnesium and rubbing alcohol, which are items that must be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia, posing an immediate health and safety risk.
The facility was observed with ants in three memory care rooms and three assisted living rooms, and also had non-operating lights in multiple resident rooms, posing a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk.
The facility was observed with emergency food items that were expired or lacked proper expiration/best-by labeling, which poses a potential health, safety, or personal rights risk to persons in care.
May 13, 2024Complaint
The investigation substantiated allegations of neglect and lack of care, specifically concerning resident R1's injuries sustained during a transfer. The facility was cited for failing to meet basic services requirements related to resident transfers, which posed an immediate health and safety risk. A $500 immediate civil penalty was assessed, and the facility must submit a plan of correction for staff transfer procedures.
Basic services requirements are not met regarding care and supervision. This deficiency relates to the facility's ability to properly transfer residents.
Facility staff failed to properly transfer R1, which caused R1 to be lowered on the Sara Lift to their knees, resulting in apparent injuries to both knees.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Hawthorn AL Opco Gp Llc;integral Senior Living LLC
MCCAULEY, BRANDY
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Official Website
Visit thepalmsbonaventureseniorliving.com
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