Garden Creek has 0 serious and 6 minor state citations and 6 verified complaints since 2021 across 18 inspections. A November 2024 complaint found that a resident fell in the early morning, remained on the floor for an unknown period, and did not receive medical attention until a second fall that afternoon prompted a 911 call; neither fall was reported to licensing or the resident's family as required. A complaint closed in October 2025 found a resident with Parkinson's disease did not consistently receive their carbidopa-levodopa on schedule, and on 1 occasion a cup of another resident's medications was left in their room. A separate 2025 complaint found personal care attendants lacked access to resident care plans, with care needs relayed only at shift-change meetings. In 2022, a citation was issued after a staff member administered a PRN medication to a resident without a request, with prior documented medication errors on file for the same staff member.
Garden Creek is a 72-bed assisted living community in San Luis Obispo, a charming Central Coast college town known for its walkability, mild climate, and proximity to Cal Poly. Its smaller size gives it an intimate feel that larger communities often struggle to replicate.
Charming Central Coast setting
Located in San Luis Obispo, consistently ranked among the happiest cities in America, with a walkable downtown, mild weather, and nearby beaches.
Intimate community size
At 72 beds, small enough for staff to know every resident by name while still offering the resources of a professionally managed community.
Good safety record
An FYI Safety Score of 8.4 reflects a solid inspection history with few issues.
Distance from major metro areas
San Luis Obispo is roughly midway between LA and San Francisco, which may mean longer drives for families based in either city.
Est. starting from $3,650/mo
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
73 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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