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The Hills of Gowdy

23981 Gowdy Avenue

Lake Forest, CA 92630

6 beds • Est. 2024 (1 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.7 Below Average

9 state citations and 1 verified complaint since 2024 across 15 inspections. A case management visit in April 2026 found a resident tied to a wheelchair using a sweater as a restraint, resulting in an immediate $500 civil penalty. The same visit recorded hot water at 140.7 degrees Fahrenheit, well above the 105-to-120-degree required range, and state investigators assessed an additional $250 penalty for a repeat violation. A case management visit the prior month had found hot water at 92.7 to 93.2 degrees, below the required minimum, a serious citation. The facility's exterior was also cited for overgrown vegetation in March 2026, with a plan of correction still pending as of April 2026. In May 2025, state managers met with the licensee to discuss financial distress, a suspected dissolution of partnership, and a recordkeeping violation. The 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies. 2 of the 3 complaints filed were investigated and found unsubstantiated, including allegations about untimely toileting assistance and a missed specialist appointment.


Why we like it

The Hills of Gowdy is a 6-bed small residential care home in Lake Forest. Over 13 state inspections, the facility has received 5 Type A citations (serious) and 4 Type B citations (minor).

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  • Intimate home setting

    Only 6 beds — a small, personal environment where staff can give individualized attention to each resident.

  • Below-average safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 5.7 out of 10, which is below the California average. Ask about recent improvements and corrective actions during your visit.

  • Limited information available

    This facility does not have a website, which limits the information we can provide. We recommend contacting them directly to learn about their services, staffing, and care approach.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Shared Room$4,200/mo
Private Room$6,000/mo

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Where you'll live

23981 Gowdy Avenue, Lake Forest, CA 92630

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is The Hills of Gowdy?
The Hills of Gowdy has a FYI Safety Score of 5.7 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 9 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2025 across 15 inspections.
How much does The Hills of Gowdy cost?
The Hills of Gowdy starts at $4,200 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does The Hills of Gowdy offer memory care?
The Hills of Gowdy does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does The Hills of Gowdy accept Medi-Cal?
The Hills of Gowdy is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was The Hills of Gowdy last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to The Hills of Gowdy was on 2026-03-13. The facility has received 15 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does The Hills of Gowdy have?
The Hills of Gowdy has 9 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2025 across 15 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 5.7 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has The Hills of Gowdy been in operation?
The Hills of Gowdy has been licensed for 1 years in Lake Forest, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
306006369
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
October 29, 2024 (1 years)
Licensee
Hills of Gowdy, the
Administrator
So, Bryant
Phone
(714) 430-7672
Address
23981 Gowdy Avenue, Lake Forest, CA 92630

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


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