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Garden Crest

889 Lucile Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90026

44 beds • Est. 1986 (39 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.4 Excellent

3 minor state citations and 0 verified complaints across 9 inspections since 2021, with the most recent inspection completed June 2, 2026. The 3 citations are all minor. The most notable citation, issued in August 2023, found that the facility had not updated a resident's Physician's Report following a documented change in condition, a paperwork compliance deficiency. The 4 complaints filed were investigated by the state and not substantiated. 2 complaints alleged staff neglect: a 2023 allegation that staff stole a resident's clothing (investigators found the resident had recently developed cognitive impairment causing confusion and memory loss) and a 2026 allegation that staff failed to reposition a resident, resulting in pressure injuries (other residents interviewed reported satisfaction with repositioning care). Routine annual inspections consistently found rooms clean and odor-free, bathrooms properly equipped, and infection control practices in order. A change in administrator is visible in the records between 2023 and 2024, with a new administrator present for the 2024 and 2025 inspections.


Why we like it

Garden Crest is a 44-bed mid-size assisted living community in Los Angeles. Over 9 state inspections, the facility has received 3 Type B citations (minor, non-immediate issues) and no Type A citations (serious).

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  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.8 out of 10 (Excellent), placing Garden Crest among the top-rated facilities based on state inspection data. Only 3 citations across the review period.

  • 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

Est. starting from $5,200/mo

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Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

889 Lucile Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is Garden Crest?
Garden Crest has a FYI Safety Score of 9.4 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 9 inspections.
How much does Garden Crest cost?
Garden Crest starts at $5,200 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Garden Crest offer memory care?
Garden Crest does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Garden Crest accept Medi-Cal?
Garden Crest is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Garden Crest last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Garden Crest was on 2026-06-02. The facility has received 9 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Garden Crest have?
Garden Crest has 3 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2021 across 9 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.4 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Garden Crest been in operation?
Garden Crest has been licensed for 39 years in Los Angeles, California, with a licensed capacity of 44 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
191801803
Size
44 beds (Medium (7–49 beds))
Licensed Since
November 2, 1986 (39 years)
Licensee
Garden Crest Convalescent Hospital, Inc.
Administrator
Edwin Villanueva
Phone
(323) 663-8281
Address
889 Lucile Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026

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


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