Carmel House
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State licensedAssisted Living
Amber Grove Place
Chico, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 16, 2026, 13 citations since 2021
About Amber Grove Place
Amber Grove Place brings compassionate assisted living to Chico, California, where residents receive personalized support with dignity and care. Our team understands that this transition matters—we're here to help your loved one maintain independence while ensuring safety and comfort in every aspect of daily life.
Community at a glance
Capacity
70 residents
State license
#045002441, Licensed
Location
Chico, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
3049 Esplanade, Chico, California 95973
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Amber Grove Place. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Amber Grove Place on September 16, 2026.
Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 20 complaint visits and 2 other visits.
Inspectors issued 6 Type A citations and 7 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 11 complaints, and found 13 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 16, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
6
Type B citations
7
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 20 | 6 | 7 |
| Other visits | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Nov 6, 2025, Sep 19, 2024, Oct 24, 2023, Sep 8, 2022, Oct 6, 2021.
Complaints
- September 16, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- September 16, 20263 allegations substantiated, 1 unfounded, 3 citations
- April 28, 20262 unsubstantiated
- April 23, 20244 unfounded
- March 19, 20243 allegations substantiated, 5 unsubstantiated, 3 citations
- October 18, 20231 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- August 3, 20231 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- January 26, 20231 unsubstantiated
- January 26, 20231 allegation substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- December 15, 20221 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded, 1 citation
- December 15, 20223 allegations substantiated, 10 unsubstantiated, 3 unfounded, 3 citations
- 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
- 045002441
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 70 residents
- Licensed since
- November 7, 2012
- Licensee
- Anthem Chico Management LLC
- Administrator
- Baxter, Stacy
Location
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3049 EsplanadeChico, CA 95973
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Amber Grove Place had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Amber Grove Place 6 Type A citations and 7 Type B citations since October 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Amber Grove Place last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 16, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Amber Grove Place?+
The state investigated 11 complaints since October 2021. Of the allegations, 13 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 24 unsubstantiated and 10 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.