Garden Village
206 South Tenth Avenue · Yakima, WA · 98902 · 5094534854
101 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Avalon Health Care
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $52,507 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
2 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$52,507 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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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: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.24 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.47 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.61 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $102,166 |
Inspection citations (65 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 17, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 12, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E September 9, 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 October 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F September 9, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 9, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · C September 9, 2025
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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No harm found · C September 9, 2025
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected October 17, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected April 29, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected March 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 20, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G October 29, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 29, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E October 29, 2024
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected January 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 29, 2024 | Fine | $52,507 |
| October 29, 2024 | Payment Denial | 29 days |
| August 31, 2023 | Fine | $22,164 |
| July 13, 2023 | Fine | $27,495 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505010 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.