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Buck Serenity Homes

691 Buck Avenue

Vacaville, CA 95688

6 beds • Est. 2008 (17 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.7 Below Average

9 citations in the last 2 years and 3 older across 10 inspections, plus 4 substantiated complaints. We'd recommend reviewing the full state record before visiting. Last inspected in March 2026.


Why we like it

Buck Serenity Homes is a 6-bed residential care home in Vacaville.

  • Intimate home setting

    Only 6 beds — a small, personal environment with high staff-to-resident attention.

  • Active lifestyle programs

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

  • Dining program

    Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.

  • Regulatory citation history

    Has received 8 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

    4 of 7 complaint allegations have been substantiated by state investigators. Review the facility's public inspection reports for details.

  • Limited amenities

    As a 6-bed residential home, amenities and activities may be more limited than larger communities.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$5,086/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

691 Buck Avenue, Vacaville, CA 95688

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Amenities & Services

Dining
Activities Program

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Buck Serenity Homes?
Buck Serenity Homes has a FYI Safety Score of 5.7 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 12 state citations and 4 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 10 inspections.
How much does Buck Serenity Homes cost?
Buck Serenity Homes starts at $5,086 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Buck Serenity Homes offer memory care?
Buck Serenity Homes does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Buck Serenity Homes accept Medi-Cal?
Buck Serenity Homes is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Buck Serenity Homes last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Buck Serenity Homes was on 2026-03-05. The facility has received 10 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Buck Serenity Homes have?
Buck Serenity Homes has 12 state citations and 4 verified complaints since 2021 across 10 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 Buck Serenity Homes been in operation?
Buck Serenity Homes has been licensed for 17 years in Vacaville, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
486802085
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
April 11, 2008 (17 years)
Licensee
Gideon B. Castro
Administrator
Castro, Gideon
Phone
(707) 449-8394
Address
691 Buck Avenue, Vacaville, CA 95688

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


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