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Arbor Vista

811 E Washington Blvd

Pasadena, CA 91104

69 beds • Est. 2000 (25 years)


FYI Safety Score

7.1 Fair

3 serious and 5 minor state citations across 24 state inspections, with 4 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in May 2026.

Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.


Why we like it

Arbor Vista is a 69-bed assisted living facility on East Washington Avenue in Pasadena, family-owned and operated for over 25 years. Along with its sister community Bella Vista, it serves the local Pasadena senior population with 24/7 trained staff, three daily meals plus snacks, and a secure environment with a delayed egress system.

The facility is CARF accredited — a voluntary quality certification that not all assisted living facilities pursue.

  • CARF accredited — a voluntary quality standard

    CARF accreditation means an independent organization has audited Arbor Vista's practices and found them meeting national quality standards. Most assisted living facilities don't pursue this — it's a meaningful differentiator.

  • Family-owned for 25+ years in the same community

    Arbor Vista was founded to serve Pasadena's seniors and has stayed in the same neighborhood for over two decades. Residents stay in their familiar community rather than relocating to an unfamiliar area.

  • Secured environment with delayed egress

    The delayed egress system provides an extra layer of safety for residents who may be at risk of wandering. This is especially relevant for families considering options for loved ones with early cognitive decline.

  • Average safety record

    3 serious and 5 minor citations across 24 state inspections, with 4 verified complaints. Ask what's changed and how past issues were corrected when you visit.

  • Website is outdated and uninformative

    The Arbor Vista website contains placeholder text (lorem ipsum) on key pages like 'Services' and 'About Us.' This makes it impossible to evaluate the facility online. A visit is absolutely necessary to understand what they actually offer.

  • Limited details on programming and amenities

    Beyond meals, staff, and security, there's very little public information about activities, therapy services, or lifestyle programming. Ask specifically about daily schedules, outings, and enrichment programs when you visit.

  • 69 beds sits between intimate and large

    This is big enough to have shared spaces and communal dining but small enough that it may lack the resort-style amenities of 150+ bed communities. Understand what's included and what you're trading off at this scale.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$5,973/mo
Studio$6,471/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

811 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Emergency Call System
Secured Building
Dining
Housekeeping

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Arbor Vista?
Arbor Vista has a FYI Safety Score of 7.1 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 8 state citations and 4 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 24 inspections.
How much does Arbor Vista cost?
Arbor Vista starts at $5,973 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Arbor Vista offer memory care?
Arbor Vista does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Independent Living, Assisted Living.
Does Arbor Vista accept Medi-Cal?
Arbor Vista is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Arbor Vista last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Arbor Vista was on 2026-05-19. The facility has received 24 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Arbor Vista have?
Arbor Vista has 8 state citations and 4 verified complaints since 2021 across 24 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 7.1 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Arbor Vista been in operation?
Arbor Vista has been licensed for 25 years in Pasadena, California, with a licensed capacity of 69 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
197602925
Size
69 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
November 20, 2000 (25 years)
Licensee
Robsag Inc
Administrator
Commodore, Kim
Phone
(626) 797-7296
Address
811 E Washington Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104

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


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