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Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified

Villa Gardens Health Care Unit

842 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91101 · Los Angeles County

Peace of mind is our number one priority. That’s why we offer a complete range of senior care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation programs suited to each person’s specific needs and preferences. With 24-hour care and comprehensive rehabilitative services spacious private and semi-private rooms are available in a comfo…

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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.

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Reported historical occupancy81% reported occupancy

Reported average: 43.5 residents per day across 54 certified beds (81% occupancy).

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Source: CMS Care Compare, reported average daily residents and certified beds. This is not a live availability feed.

Our evaluation

A summary of reported federal nursing-home measures. Review the dates and original records below.

One of Pasadena's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Villa Gardens Health Care Unit is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Pasadena, CA, with 54 certified beds and an average of about 44 residents per day. It operates as part of the Front Porch network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 5.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.55 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • ✓5-star overall CMS rating
  • ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.06 hrs/resident/day)
  • ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • ✓No federal fines on record
  • ✓Full sprinkler system
  • ✓Active resident & family council

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Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Pasadena for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
54
Avg. residents/day
44
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Front Porch
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
555429

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing
$11,400–$17,130/mo (modeled range)

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Los Angeles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms.

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Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$3,230–$7,730/mo (modeled range)

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Los Angeles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Continuing-care fees vary widely with contract type and entrance fees.

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
5.06
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.55
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
21.8%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Reported federal nursing-home measures. Missing values are not a clean-record finding; check the original source for current information.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
9
Federal fines
0 reported
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-12-05
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

Requirements cited by inspectors

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (31 citations on record — showing the latest 8). The count is not a count of unique incidents.

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2025-12-05F0727Severity F — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2025-12-05F0755Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-12-05F0812Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-12-05F0814Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2025-12-05F0880Severity E — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-12-05F0582Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportResident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

2025-12-05F0584Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportResident 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.

2025-12-05F0759Severity D — potential for harmCorrection status not retained; check the original reportPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

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Services and details to confirm

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  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • On-site salon / barber
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events
  • Courtyard / outdoor space
  • Gardens / walking paths
  • Library
  • Private rooms available
  • 24-hour staff

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Location

842 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

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How much does Villa Gardens Health Care Unit cost?

Villa Gardens Health Care Unit has no current published quote for skilled nursing in Haven records. The local market planning estimate is $11,400–$17,130 per month (modeled range). 2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Los Angeles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. This is not a community quote. Ask for a current, itemized price.

What is Villa Gardens Health Care Unit's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Villa Gardens Health Care Unit?

Staff provide about 5.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Villa Gardens Health Care Unit?

Villa Gardens Health Care Unit has 31 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Villa Gardens Health Care Unit have availability?

Reported average: 43.5 residents per day across 54 certified beds (81% occupancy). These historical figures do not establish current availability. Contact the community to confirm openings, room types and admission requirements.

What types of care does Villa Gardens Health Care Unit offer?

Villa Gardens Health Care Unit in Pasadena, CA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 54 beds.

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