Camellia Gardens Care Center
1920 N. Fair Oaks Avenue · Pasadena, CA · 91103 · 6267986777
80 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $1,747 |
Inspection citations (59 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 23, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 15, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected April 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E April 23, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 23, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 27, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 19, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected February 23, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D December 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected January 19, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D May 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 29, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2025
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.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 7, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 7, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected March 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| September 25, 2023 | Fine | $1,747 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056316 · certified since July 1, 1974. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.