4271 Carlin Ave
Lynwood, CA 90262
84 beds • Est. 2015 (10 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
8 state citations (1 serious, 7 minor) and 4 verified complaints since 2021 across 26 inspections, with the most recent inspection in February 2026. A 2023 complaint investigation confirmed a bed bug infestation in a resident room, requiring pest control treatment and temporary displacement of the affected resident for several hours. In January 2024, an investigation confirmed that a staff member made derogatory comments toward a resident, resulting in a cited deficiency. Most recently, a December 2025 investigation examined whether staff provided adequate supervision after a resident left the facility unsupervised and was later transferred to a higher level of care. Other complaint investigations during this period, including allegations of physical abuse by staff, improper medication storage, and resident-on-resident altercations, were investigated and did not result in substantiated findings.
Coral Oaks Care Living is an 84-bed residential care facility in a quiet neighborhood in Lynwood, offering assisted living services with a focus on a home-like, family-style environment. The facility provides housekeeping, laundry, medication management, special diet preparation, and holiday celebrations.
It participates in the Assisted Living Waiver program, making it accessible to Medi-Cal-eligible residents.
Accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program
Participates in the Assisted Living Waiver, which can make this facility significantly more affordable for eligible residents. In the southeast LA County market, this is a meaningful financial lifeline for families.
Home-like setting despite the bed count
The facility emphasizes a family-style environment with customized care plans developed in collaboration with residents and families. The website language suggests a culture that values personal connection over institutional efficiency.
Medical professionals visit on-site
Monthly medical and psychiatric visits, pharmacy-delivered medications, and coordination with home health services mean residents don't need to travel for routine healthcare. This reduces disruption and makes care management easier for families.
10 years of operation in Lynwood
Licensed since 2015, Coral Oaks has a decade of experience serving the local community. That's enough time to have developed stable operations and earned a local reputation worth asking about.
Website quality raises questions
The facility's website contains irrelevant filler content (including text about phone cases), which suggests limited attention to their public-facing presentation. This doesn't necessarily reflect care quality, but it's worth noting when evaluating professionalism.
Limited information about activities and amenities
The website mentions recreational activities and exercises but provides no specifics about programming, schedules, or dedicated activity spaces. Ask during your visit what a typical day looks like for residents.
Lynwood location has tradeoffs
Located in southeast LA County, Lynwood offers more affordable care than Westside communities but fewer nearby cultural amenities and dining options. Evaluate proximity to family for regular visits.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
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4271 Carlin Ave, Lynwood, CA 90262
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