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State licensedAssisted Living
Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living
Apple Valley, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 15, 2026, 2 citations since 2022
About Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living
Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living brings together personal attention and genuine community care in the heart of California's High Desert. Our assisted living residence supports active seniors with thoughtful daily assistance, quality meals, and meaningful connections—all within a welcoming environment designed for independence and dignity.
Community at a glance
Capacity
116 residents
State license
#361880646, Licensed
Location
Apple Valley, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
11825 Apple Valley Road, Apple Valley, California 92308
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living on July 15, 2026.
Since February 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 8 complaint visits and 4 other visits.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A 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 7 complaints, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Jul 15, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
0
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 4 | 2 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Feb 9, 2026, Feb 26, 2025, Feb 23, 2024, Feb 28, 2022.
Complaints
- June 15, 20262 unsubstantiated
- June 15, 20261 unsubstantiated
- May 21, 20263 unsubstantiated
- March 11, 20262 unsubstantiated
- March 11, 20264 unsubstantiated
- March 11, 20265 unsubstantiated
- April 1, 20258 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
- 361880646
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 116 residents
- Licensed since
- February 1, 2019
- Licensee
- Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC; Psl Associates LLC
- Administrator
- Jeffrey Gollihar
Location
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11825 Apple Valley RoadApple Valley, CA 92308
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living 2 Type A citations and 0 Type B citations since February 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 Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 15, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Whispering Winds Of Apple Valley Assisted Living?+
The state investigated 7 complaints since February 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 25 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.