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The Gardens

4380 Highland Drive

Carlsbad, CA 92008

15 beds • Est. 2011 (14 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.1 Excellent

Despite 1 recent citation, 1 substantiated complaint across 6 inspections — an excellent track record overall. Last inspected in June 2025.


Why we like it

The Gardens is a 15-bed senior living community in Carlsbad. The facility offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, board and care.

  • Full continuum of care

    Multiple levels of care available — age in place without needing to move to a different community.

  • Memory care specialty

    Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.

  • Active lifestyle programs

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

  • Dining program

    Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$5,000/mo
Studio$5,417/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

4380 Highland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Dining
Laundry
Activities Program
Garden
Cable TV

Frequently asked questions

How safe is The Gardens?
The Gardens has a FYI Safety Score of 9.1 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 5 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 6 inspections.
How much does The Gardens cost?
The Gardens starts at $5,000 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does The Gardens offer memory care?
Yes, The Gardens offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Home.
Does The Gardens accept Medi-Cal?
The Gardens is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was The Gardens last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to The Gardens was on 2025-06-26. The facility has received 6 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does The Gardens have?
The Gardens has 5 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 6 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.1 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has The Gardens been in operation?
The Gardens has been licensed for 14 years in Carlsbad, California, with a licensed capacity of 15 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
374603120
Size
15 beds (Medium (7–49 beds))
Licensed Since
June 10, 2011 (14 years)
Licensee
Gardens Nursing Facility Llc, the
Administrator
Cooper, David
Phone
(760) 729-1411
Address
4380 Highland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

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


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