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Buck Serenity Homes

691 Buck Avenue

Vacaville, CA 95688

6 beds • Est. 2008 (17 years)


FYI Safety Score

3.9 Severe

Buck Serenity Homes has 12 state citations and 4 verified complaints since 2021 across 10 inspections. The most significant finding involves a wildfire evacuation on August 19, 2020: the facility gave families an emergency plan that differed from the one on file with state regulators, and when a mandatory evacuation was ordered, staff did not follow the CCL-registered evacuation sites or transportation plan, instead contacting responsible parties of 2 residents to arrange their own transportation. Annual inspections in 2022 and 2023, both focused on infection control, found the facility clean and in compliance. The April 2025 inspection noted a resident bathroom with water temperature below the required 105-120°F range. The most recent inspection in March 2026 found chemicals and toxins unsecured in 2 resident bathrooms accessible to residents, resulting in a deficiency citation, along with a technical violation for food items without visible expiration dates.


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.


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 3.9 out of 10, 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 3.9 out of 10, 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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