Garnsey Garden

Overview of Garnsey Garden

Settled with a residential neighborhood in Bakersfield, CA, Garnsey Garden is a blissful senior living community that offers a safe and secure environment for residents who live with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. Residents here are provided with compassionate memory care services to help them maintain their current cognitive skills and keep on living the lifestyle they want for as long as possible. The community designed their accommodations to cater to its residents’ unique safety and care needs, allowing them to safely and confidently enjoy their retirement years.

Apart from extensive support with daily living activities, residents are also offered a vibrant schedule of daily activities to keep them engaged and stimulated. Meals are prepared with utmost care and attention to detail to ensure residents are getting the proper nutrition. Featuring security gates, monitored alarm system, and locked perimeters, the community warrants a safe living environment where residents can freely enjoy their surroundings and golden years.

Facility Direct Line (661) 395-9017

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

2 years in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

Walk Score: 55 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

67%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

4 / 6

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceFebruary 20, 2024

CountyKern

Garnsey Garden is legally operated by Fhj Manor LLC, and administered by Cecilia Lazaga.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 5 citations 4 total visits 0 complaint visits 2 official inspections

Inspection Score

7 points above the California average for nursing homes (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	5	10	This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	2	3	This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #724 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 724th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1.3	3.3	This facility has 61% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (1.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 61% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes.	4	16	This facility has had 75% fewer total inspections than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	0	13	This facility has had 100% fewer complaint visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	2	7	This facility has had 71% fewer other visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 71% fewer
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	2	4	This facility has had 50% fewer official inspections than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: 1 Bed

Building Type: Single-story

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Who is the owner of Garnsey Garden?

Garnsey Garden is legally operated by Fhj Manor LLC, and administered by Cecilia Lazaga.

Is Garnsey Garden in a walkable area?

Garnsey Garden has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Garnsey Garden?

Garnsey Garden's occupancy is 67%.

How long has Garnsey Garden been in business?

Garnsey Garden has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Garnsey Garden?

No, Garnsey Garden has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Garnsey Garden?

Cecilia Lazaga is the administrator of Garnsey Garden.

How many beds does Garnsey Garden have?

Garnsey Garden has 6 beds.

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