5600 Gracewood Avenue
Temple City, CA 91780
150 beds • Est. 2022 (3 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
Santa Anita Assisted Living has accumulated 32 state citations (11 serious, 21 minor) and 22 verified complaints since 2022 across 120 inspections, with the most recent inspection on March 10, 2026. A serious citation from December 2024 found that staff failed to administer a resident's medication according to their physician's written directions. A complaint substantiated in November 2022 confirmed the facility experienced a scabies outbreak affecting more than 2 residents, which was not initially disclosed and was only confirmed after investigators spoke directly with the treating medical professional. A December 2025 investigation into personal property found 6 of 10 residents corroborated that delivered packages and belongings were going missing, with the facility ultimately reimbursing at least 1 resident for a package confirmed delivered to facility staff but never recovered. Repeated complaint investigations covering medication timing, emergency drill procedures, staff responsiveness, and access to medical records did not meet the standard of evidence required for substantiation.
Santa Anita Assisted Living is a 150-bed community in the San Gabriel Valley city of Arcadia, surrounded by tree-lined streets, botanical gardens, and walking paths. The community offers assisted living and short-term stays, and accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program.
Amenities include a private courtyard, walking paths, gardening area, library, salon, and a therapy room that reviewers describe as one of the best they've seen. The community operates from the same management group as Chatsworth Commons, offering daily excursions to cultural venues alongside an on-site activities program.
Arcadia location in the San Gabriel Valley
Nestled in Arcadia — known for pleasant weather, tree-lined streets, and easy access to the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Santa Anita Park. The neighborhood itself offers a peaceful, suburban environment with top-tier healthcare facilities nearby.
Accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program
Participates in the Assisted Living Waiver, which can significantly offset costs for eligible residents. In a 150-bed community with modern amenities, ALW participation makes this worth exploring for families navigating affordability.
Impressive therapy room
Visitor reviews specifically call out the therapy room as one of the best they've seen in any facility. Rehabilitation and physical therapy access on-site means residents don't need to be transported elsewhere for recovery services.
Daily excursions to cultural venues
Like its sister community Chatsworth Commons, Santa Anita promotes daily outings exposing residents to art, architecture, and music. That's a more ambitious activities program than most facilities offer. Ask to see a recent calendar.
Below-average safety record
The FYI Safety Score™ is 0 out of 10 (Poor), based on state inspection data. With 19 substantiated allegations out of 166 total and 11 serious citations, this is a significant red flag that demands direct conversation with management. Ask specifically about each citation, corrective actions taken, and what oversight changes have been implemented.
Only 3 years of operation
Licensed in mid-2022, this is a young community that's already accumulated a concerning inspection history for its age. The combination of a short track record and a poor safety score means extra due diligence is warranted.
150 beds in a managed chain
Operated by the same group as Chatsworth Commons, with near-identical website copy and amenity lists. This standardization can mean consistent quality, but it can also mean a cookie-cutter approach. Visit to see if the on-the-ground reality matches the polished marketing.
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5600 Gracewood Avenue, Temple City, CA 91780
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