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The Pointe at Summit Hills

4501 Upland Point Drive

Bakersfield, CA 93306

170 beds • Est. 2016 (9 years)


FYI Safety Score

1.0 Poor

A concerning record — 7 recent citations and 32 older and 30 substantiated complaints across 55 inspections. We strongly recommend reviewing the full state record. Last inspected in February 2026.


Why we like it

The Pointe at Summit Hills is a 170-bed senior living community in Bakersfield. The facility offers assisted living, memory care.

  • Memory care specialty

    Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Regulatory citation history

    Has received 21 Type A citations (serious — these indicate immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights). Ask what corrective actions have been taken.

  • Substantiated complaints on file

    31 of 91 complaint allegations have been substantiated by state investigators. Review the facility's public inspection reports for details.


Pricing

Est. starting from $5,000/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

4501 Upland Point Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Activities Program

Frequently asked questions

How safe is The Pointe at Summit Hills?
The Pointe at Summit Hills has a FYI Safety Score of 1.0 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 38 state citations and 30 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 55 inspections.
How much does The Pointe at Summit Hills cost?
The Pointe at Summit Hills starts at $5,000 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does The Pointe at Summit Hills offer memory care?
The Pointe at Summit Hills does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does The Pointe at Summit Hills accept Medi-Cal?
The Pointe at Summit Hills is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was The Pointe at Summit Hills last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to The Pointe at Summit Hills was on 2026-02-09. The facility has received 55 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does The Pointe at Summit Hills have?
The Pointe at Summit Hills has 38 state citations and 30 verified complaints since 2021 across 55 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 1.0 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has The Pointe at Summit Hills been in operation?
The Pointe at Summit Hills has been licensed for 9 years in Bakersfield, California, with a licensed capacity of 170 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
157206770
Size
170 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
April 8, 2016 (9 years)
Licensee
Summit Hills 85 Llc; the Pointe at Bakersfield Llc
Administrator
Perla Pena
Phone
(661) 447-4800
Address
4501 Upland Point Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93306

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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