4356 W Ashlan Ave
Fresno, CA 93722
110 beds • Est. 2015 (10 years) • Get directions
27 state citations (14 serious, 13 minor) and 18 verified complaints since 2021 across 36 inspections. The most serious recent finding, from August 2025, involved 2 residents being given the wrong medications on the same day, with the facility failing to notify residents' representatives and failing to submit a required incident report to the state. In 2021, a resident's call button went uncleared for 38 minutes, resulting in emergency medical care. That same year, 2 residents were able to leave the facility through a side gate, and a separate investigation confirmed a resident was found sleeping in soiled bedding on multiple occasions. A 2023 complaint found the facility restricted a resident's private visitation without proper legal authority to do so, and in early 2025 the administrator refused an authorized representative's request for medication records, citing internal policy. Multiple other complaints filed during this period were investigated and found unsubstantiated or unfounded.
Paintbrush is a 110-bed assisted living and memory care community in Fresno, the largest city in California's Central Valley. The community offers both assisted living and dedicated memory care services.
While Fresno provides an affordable alternative to coastal California, the facility's inspection history is deeply troubling and demands thorough investigation by any family considering placement.
Dedicated memory care
A separate memory care program means residents with dementia or Alzheimer's receive specialized, secure care tailored to their needs.
Central Valley affordability
Fresno's lower cost of living compared to the Bay Area and Southern California typically means more accessible assisted living pricing.
Alarming safety record
A safety score of 1.8 is among the lowest in the state, indicating a severe and persistent pattern of serious citations and complaints.
Full inspection review essential
With a score this low, families should obtain the complete state inspection history and visit unannounced before making any decisions.
Fresno has alternatives
As the Central Valley's largest city, Fresno has other assisted living and memory care options. Families should compare before considering a community with this record.
Est. starting from $3,200/mo
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4356 W Ashlan Ave, Fresno, CA 93722
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$3,200/mo
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