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State licensedAssisted Living
Winter Woods Cottages
Riverside, CaliforniaState inspected Jan 2, 2026, 8 citations since 2022
About Winter Woods Cottages
Winter Woods Cottages brings personalized assisted living to Riverside, California, where trained caregivers support daily activities while residents maintain independence and dignity. Our cottage-style community combines professional care with a home-like environment that encourages meaningful connections and purposeful living.
Community at a glance
Capacity
23 residents
State license
#336412425, Licensed
Location
Riverside, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
845 W. La Cadena Drive, Riverside, California 92501
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Winter Woods Cottages. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Winter Woods Cottages on January 2, 2026.
Since March 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections, 7 complaint visits and 4 other visits.
Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation 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 6 complaints, and found 4 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Jan 2, 2026
Routine inspections
3
Type A citations
1
Type B citations
7
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| Other visits | 4 | 0 | 6 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jan 24, 2025, Apr 4, 2024, Mar 17, 2022.
Complaints
- January 2, 20263 unsubstantiated
- August 18, 20252 allegations substantiated, 9 unsubstantiated
- September 6, 20241 unsubstantiated
- September 6, 20243 unfounded
- August 23, 20241 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- August 18, 20231 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- 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
- 336412425
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Closed, Change of Ownership
- Licensed capacity
- 23 residents
- Licensed since
- February 28, 2007
- Licensee
- Winter Woods Home Care for Elderly LLC
- Administrator
- Eufemia Cacdac
Location
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845 W. La Cadena DriveRiverside, CA 92501
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Winter Woods Cottages had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Winter Woods Cottages 1 Type A citation and 7 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 Winter Woods Cottages last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on January 2, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Winter Woods Cottages?+
The state investigated 6 complaints since March 2022. Of the allegations, 4 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 14 unsubstantiated and 3 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.