1812 Monte Vista St.
Pasadena, CA 91107
6 beds • Est. 2013 (12 years) • Get directions
5 minor state citations and 2 verified complaints since 2021 across 10 inspections. The 2 verified complaints, both investigated in early 2023, centered on the same resident: the facility failed to file a required incident report and death notification with state licensing following the resident's passing, and also failed to provide a refund to the family for fees charged after the date of death. A follow-up inspection in May 2023 also cited the facility for an outdated physician's report and missing care plan reassessment for a resident with dementia. The remaining minor citations were administrative in nature. Annual inspections from 2022 through 2025 consistently found the facility clean and in good repair, with proper food storage, locked medications and cleaning supplies, functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and no physical plant concerns. The most recent inspection in May 2026 found the facility in full compliance across all reviewed domains.
Montevista Garden is a 6-bed residential care facility on Monte Vista Street in a quiet Pasadena neighborhood. Family-operated with over 15 years of experience, it offers both private and semi-private rooms with a 2:1 resident-to-caregiver ratio.
The property includes a pool and spa, and the facility is licensed to care for both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents, with staff trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care.
Excellent safety record
The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.2 out of 10 (Excellent), based on state inspection data. This places Montevista Garden among the best-rated facilities in the LA area.
2:1 resident-to-caregiver ratio
Two residents per caregiver is an exceptionally high staffing level. In a 6-bed home, that means three caregivers on duty during the day. Ask to confirm current staffing levels when you visit.
Pool and spa in a small care home
A pool and spa are unusual amenities for a 6-bed residential care home. Most small facilities don't have outdoor recreational features like this. Worth seeing in person to assess how accessible they are for residents.
Pasadena location in a residential neighborhood
Situated in a quiet Pasadena neighborhood rather than on a busy commercial strip. The setting feels like an actual home — because it is one.
Limited information about programming
The website lists activities like music, exercise, gardening, and games but doesn't go into specifics about daily schedules or structured programming. Ask about a typical day's routine when you visit.
Yahoo email as primary contact
The facility uses a Yahoo email address for contact, which suggests a low-tech operation. This isn't necessarily bad — small family-run homes often deliver better personal care — but don't expect a polished digital experience or online portal for family updates.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
1812 Monte Vista St., Pasadena, CA 91107
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