Brookdale Auburn has 12 state citations and 10 verified complaints since 2021 across 34 inspections. The most serious violation involved a male staff member substantiated to have inappropriately touched female residents during incontinence checks in August 2022, resulting in a serious state citation. Other verified findings include administering the wrong resident's medication to a different resident in November 2022, using temporary agency staff to administer medications without documented training verification in April 2022, failing to maintain a prescribed medication in stock for a resident over multiple days in May 2023, failing to file a required incident report with state regulators, imposing late fees contrary to the terms of resident admission agreements, and failing to disclose a care plan rate increase to a resident's power of attorney in 2021. The facility's most recent investigation in November 2025 examined allegations of inadequate supervision during personal care and unmet incontinence needs, both of which were found unfounded.
Brookdale Auburn is a 110-bed assisted living community in Auburn, a Gold Country foothill town in Placer County northeast of Sacramento. Part of the Brookdale Senior Living chain, it brings national-scale resources to a smaller, historic town known for outdoor recreation and a charming Old Town district.
Families should weigh the appealing foothill setting against the community's inspection history.
Gold Country foothill setting
Auburn sits at the gateway to Gold Country with pine-covered hills, hiking trails, and a historic Old Town — a scenic alternative to Sacramento's suburban sprawl.
National operator resources
Part of Brookdale Senior Living, bringing standardized care protocols, staff training programs, and corporate oversight to a smaller-market community.
Large community amenities
At 110 beds, the community supports diverse programming, dining options, and round-the-clock staffing.
Below-average safety record
Holds an FYI Safety Score of 6.8, reflecting inspection citations that fall below the statewide average. Families should ask about recent corrective actions and current staffing levels.
Distance from major metro
Auburn is about 35 miles northeast of Sacramento. Families visiting from the Sacramento metro or Bay Area should factor in the drive time.
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11550 Education St, Auburn, CA 95602
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$5,750/mo
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