Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Arcadia, CA

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Arcadia, CA

Overview of Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel

Two hundred beds, twenty-one years of history, and a location in Arcadia, California that scores a 79 on Walk Score: Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel covers a lot of ground for a single community. Assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care are all offered here, at 720 W Camino Real Ave, and USC Arcadia Hospital sits just over a mile away.

Clinical support runs through licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, with respite care available for families who need coverage on a short-term basis rather than a permanent move. Daily life includes a dining program, volunteer opportunities, a fitness center, and resident gardens, giving residents both structured and unstructured ways to spend time.

Occupancy sits at 95 percent, with 189 of 200 beds filled. That’s well above what’s typical for a California community of this type, and it’s worth noting as a real signal of sustained demand.

Pamela Parsons administers the community, and Arcadia Gardens Management Corp operates the property. State inspections in California have tended to center on infection prevention, staffing credentials, care documentation, and fall prevention.

Arcadia Gardens brings together a wide range of care types, strong occupancy, and a location close to hospital care, the kind of combination that speaks to a community built for residents whose needs may shift over time, all without requiring a move to a different address.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
189
Bed community size
200-bed community Rank #151 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 151st out of 1,645 homes we track in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
21 years in operation Rank #361 / 1507Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 361st out of 1,507 homes we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 79 / 100 Rank #450 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 450th out of 2,057 homes we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
95%
Rank #235 / 1452Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 235th out of 1,452 homes we track in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1452. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
189 / 200
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Favorite Senior Living by Beacon Media’s/Hey Socal 2021 Reader’s Choice awards
Best of Pasadena, CA by Pasadena Weekly
Best Care Centers for Assisted Living in LA County, CA by The Care Centers.

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceMarch 14, 2005
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel is legally operated by Arcadia Gardens Management Corp., and administered by Pamela Parsons.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Volunteer Program

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (8% below)
• Citations per inspection (93% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1112 This facility has 8% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 12).↓ 8% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #1010 / 1433 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1010th out of 1,433 homes we track in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1433 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 74 This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.34 This facility has 93% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 93% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info 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. 4216 This facility has had 163% more total inspections than the California average (42 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 163% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3513 This facility has had 169% more complaint visits than the California average (35 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 169% more Rank #1286 / 1387 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1286th out of 1,387 homes we track in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1387 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 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 Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 2710 This facility has had 170% more complaint investigations than the California average (27 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 170% more

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Single Suite / Double Suite

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Building Type: 2-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Hiaira Miranda

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel

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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Arcadia's city center to Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.21 miles to nearest hospital (USC Arcadia Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Los Angeles

Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Harbor Terrace Retirement Community
AL
IL
San Pedro
202
Facility 202
CA AVG 103
Rank #148 / 1,645
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 58
Rank #87 / 2,057
7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #128 / 1,507
34.7%
Facility 34.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,422 / 1,452
-Harbor Terrace Retirement Center Of San Pedro, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
Arcadia
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 58
Rank #450 / 2,057
42
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,286 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1,507
94.5%
Facility 94.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #235 / 1,452
-Arcadia Gardens Management CorpSingle Suite / Double Suite
Walnut Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Walnut
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 58
Rank #641 / 2,057
11
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #908 / 1,452
A+Walnut Acquisition LLC And Walnut Silver Town, IncStudio / 1 Bed
St. John Of God Retirement
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,199 / 1,645
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 58
Rank #383 / 2,057
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #52 / 1,507
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #729 / 1,452
-St. John Of God Retirement And Care CenterStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
Ayres Residential Care Home West Los Angeles
AL
MC
RESC
Los Angeles (Rancho Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 58
Rank #450 / 2,057
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Michael Gabai1 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel is located in Arcadia, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel

Who is the owner of Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel?

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel is legally operated by Arcadia Gardens Management Corp., and administered by Pamela Parsons.

Is Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel in a walkable area?

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel?

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel's occupancy is 95%.

How long has Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel been in business?

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel?

No, Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel?

Pamela Parsons is the administrator of Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel.

How many beds does Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel have?

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel has 200 beds.

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