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Carlton Plaza of Davis

2726 5th Street

Davis, CA 95618

150 beds • Est. 2014 (11 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.4 Poor

Carlton Plaza of Davis has recorded 10 state citations (5 serious, 5 minor) and 7 verified complaints since 2022 across 28 inspections. The most serious substantiated finding involved a staff member failing to respond to a fall-pad alarm, leaving a resident with dementia unsupervised outdoors for approximately 1.5 hours; the resident was hospitalized with a hip fracture requiring surgery. A November 2025 elopement of a resident with dementia resulted in a $1,000 civil penalty for a repeat absence-of-supervision violation, with the resident found safe at a nearby relative's home. Other substantiated findings include call response times ranging from 15 minutes to over 3 hours (July 2025), a delayed illness-outbreak notification to state regulators (May 2025), and improper PPE disposal during an active COVID-19 case in 2022. The facility operates under a new administrator as of 2025, and a 2024 informal meeting with state regulators addressed memory care staffing levels and reporting compliance.


Why we like it

Carlton Plaza of Davis is a 150-bed assisted living community in Davis, home to UC Davis and one of the Sacramento region's most educated, bike-friendly cities. Part of the Carlton chain, this large community serves families in the Yolo County area.

  • Teepa Snow PAC Designated Organization

    Carlton Davis holds official Positive Approach to Care® designation — staff are trained by certified PAC coaches and trainers using Teepa Snow's dementia care methods, including GEMS® and Hand-under-Hand® techniques.

  • UC Davis campus proximity

    Located in central Davis with direct access to the UC Davis Arboretum paths and regular outings to the Mondavi Center — a differentiator for residents who value academic-town culture and walkable green space.

  • Three floor plan tiers

    Offers alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments — more layout variety than many assisted living communities, starting at $5,595/month (facility-verified).

  • Amazon Alexa smart home integration

    Apartments include Amazon Alexa technology for day-to-day assistance — an explicitly listed amenity, not standard across comparable facilities.

  • Safety score is mid-range

    FYI Safety Score of 7.0/10 — worth asking the tour guide for specifics on recent inspection history and how the team responds to cited deficiencies.

  • 150-bed scale

    At 150 beds, this is a large facility. Ask how care staffing ratios are maintained across shifts and whether residents have consistent Care Partners.

  • Memory care is a separate neighborhood

    Memory care is offered but operates as a distinct neighborhood — clarify whether assisted living residents can age in place there if cognitive needs increase, or if a separate contract and move applies.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$5,595/mo
1 Bedroom$6,595/mo
2 Bedroom$7,595/mo

Independent Living

Studio$5,595/mo
1 Bedroom$6,595/mo
2 Bedroom$7,595/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$7,795/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

2726 5th Street, Davis, CA 95618

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Physical Therapy
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Walking Paths
Wi-Fi
Cable TV

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Carlton Plaza of Davis?
Carlton Plaza of Davis has a FYI Safety Score of 5.4 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 11 state citations and 7 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 31 inspections.
How much does Carlton Plaza of Davis cost?
Carlton Plaza of Davis starts at $5,595 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Carlton Plaza of Davis offer memory care?
Carlton Plaza of Davis does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Carlton Plaza of Davis accept Medi-Cal?
Carlton Plaza of Davis is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Carlton Plaza of Davis last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Carlton Plaza of Davis was on 2026-04-30. The facility has received 31 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Carlton Plaza of Davis have?
Carlton Plaza of Davis has 11 state citations and 7 verified complaints since 2021 across 31 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 5.4 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Carlton Plaza of Davis been in operation?
Carlton Plaza of Davis has been licensed for 11 years in Davis, California, with a licensed capacity of 150 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
577005341
Size
150 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
March 21, 2014 (11 years)
Licensee
Carlton Senior Living, Llc.
Administrator
Miriam Faris
Phone
(530) 564-7002
Address
2726 5th Street, Davis, CA 95618

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


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