Creekside Place
State licensed617 Ely Boulevard South, Petaluma, CA 94954
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Alta Care Home
Petaluma, CaliforniaState inspected Apr 17, 2026, 7 citations since 2022
About Alta Care Home
Alta Care Home provides compassionate assisted living support in Petaluma, California, where residents receive personalized care tailored to their individual needs. Our team is dedicated to helping seniors maintain independence while ensuring safety and comfort in a home-like environment.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#496804055, Licensed
Location
Petaluma, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
96 Alta Drive, Petaluma, California 94954
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Alta Care Home. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Alta Care Home on April 17, 2026.
Since March 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit and 5 other visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A citations and 5 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 1 complaint, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Apr 17, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
5
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 5 | 2 | 5 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Apr 17, 2026, Apr 22, 2025, Mar 27, 2024, Mar 23, 2023.
Complaints
- July 18, 20232 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 496804055
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- April 18, 2022
- Licensee
- Laarni & Dave Lockerbie
- Administrator
- Monte, Armela Marie
Location
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96 Alta DrivePetaluma, CA 94954
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Springfield Place
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Alta Care Home had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Alta Care Home 2 Type A citations and 5 Type B citations since March 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Alta Care Home last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on April 17, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Alta Care Home?+
The state investigated 1 complaint since March 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 2 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.