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Alta Gardens Care Center

13075 Blackbird Street, Garden Grove, CA 92843 · Orange County

Alta Gardens Care Center is a highly rated skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Garden Grove, California.

3.0CMS overall rating(714) 530-6322 Visit website ↗

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 89% full (115 of 129 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Garden Grove

Alta Gardens Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Garden Grove, CA, with 129 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day. It operates as part of the Windsor network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 27 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $12,735 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.83 hrs/resident/day)
•27 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Garden Grove, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 129
Avg. residents/day: 115
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Windsor
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555473

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,400–$17,130/mo (median $13,790)	Local market estimate

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.83; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.46; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 21.9%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 27
Federal fines: 1 ($12,735)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-02-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (58 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-11Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-02-18Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2026-02-18Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2026-02-18Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2026-02-18Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2026-02-18	Fine	$12,735

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

13075 Blackbird Street, Garden Grove, CA

Monday: 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Wednesday: 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Thursday: 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Friday: 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Saturday: 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 AM – 11:30 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Alta Gardens Care Center

How much does Alta Gardens Care Center cost?

Alta Gardens Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Garden Grove, CA area typically runs $11,400–$17,130 per month (median $13,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Alta Gardens Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Alta Gardens Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Alta Gardens Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Alta Gardens Care Center?

Alta Gardens Care Center has 58 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Alta Gardens Care Center have availability?

Typically 89% full (115 of 129 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Alta Gardens Care Center offer?

Alta Gardens Care Center in Garden Grove, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 129 beds.

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