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Aquamarine Retirement Home

6523 W. Avenue L-7

Lancaster, CA 93536

6 beds • Est. 2006 (19 years)


FYI Safety Score

8.8 Good

3 citations in the last 2 years and 3 older across 4 inspections. 1 substantiated complaint on file. Last inspected in October 2025.


Why we like it

Amare Villa is a 6-bed residential care facility in a quiet West Lancaster neighborhood, led by a licensed Occupational Therapist with certifications in dementia care and geriatric care. The facility was recently renovated with wide hallways and wheelchair-accessible ramps, and it specializes in caring for residents with Parkinson's, depression, Alzheimer's, and other cognitive conditions using the Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care methodology.

  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.0 out of 10 (Excellent), based on state inspection data. This places Amare Villa among the highest-rated facilities in the LA area.

  • Run by a licensed Occupational Therapist

    The administrator is an OT with 25+ years of clinical experience across ICUs, rehab units, skilled nursing, and home health. Having a clinician run the facility — not just a business operator — means care decisions are informed by hands-on medical expertise.

  • Uses Teepa Snow's Positive Approach to Care

    This is a recognized, evidence-based methodology for dementia care that focuses on connecting with residents through their remaining strengths rather than focusing on deficits. Not many small care homes implement a named, structured dementia care approach.

  • Recently renovated for accessibility

    Wide hallways, well-lit spaces, and ramps throughout — designed for residents using walkers or wheelchairs. The physical environment matters enormously for fall prevention and daily comfort.

  • Lancaster is far from central LA

    Located in West Lancaster in the Antelope Valley, roughly 60-70 miles from downtown LA. Factor in significant commute time if family plans to visit regularly from other parts of Los Angeles County.

  • Small facility with limited social variety

    Six beds means a very small peer group. If your loved one thrives on social interaction with a variety of people, the intimate setting may feel limiting. For others, the close-knit environment is exactly the point.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$5,161/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

6523 W. Avenue L-7, Lancaster, CA 93536

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Medication Management
Emergency Call System
Memory Care Program
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities Program

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Aquamarine Retirement Home?
Aquamarine Retirement Home has a FYI Safety Score of 8.8 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 6 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 4 inspections.
How much does Aquamarine Retirement Home cost?
Aquamarine Retirement Home starts at $5,161 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Aquamarine Retirement Home offer memory care?
Aquamarine Retirement Home does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Aquamarine Retirement Home accept Medi-Cal?
Aquamarine Retirement Home is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Aquamarine Retirement Home last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Aquamarine Retirement Home was on 2025-10-07. The facility has received 4 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Aquamarine Retirement Home have?
Aquamarine Retirement Home has 6 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 4 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 8.8 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Aquamarine Retirement Home been in operation?
Aquamarine Retirement Home has been licensed for 19 years in Lancaster, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
197606738
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
September 28, 2006 (19 years)
Licensee
Maricar Medina
Administrator
Maricar Medina
Phone
(661) 418-0715
Address
6523 W. Avenue L-7, Lancaster, CA 93536

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


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