AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tarzana, CA

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tarzana, CA

Overview of Avantgarde Senior Living | Tarzana

Reach your full potential with the venerable senior living community of AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana set in the peaceful neighborhood of Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring newly refurbished residences with various floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy a comfortable and safe retirement. The community takes pride in a team of respectful and specially trained professionals delivering top-notch care and assistance

AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana promotes a vibrant and inviting environment, utilizing innovative and holistic approaches seniors are taken care of in every aspect. Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle with social and cultural activities conducted all year round. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. With its incredible amenities and well-lit grounds, AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana is great for seniors looking to live an independent lifestyle without worries.

Bed community size
160-bed community Rank #288 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 288th out of 1657 homes in California. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
15 years in operation Rank #492 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 492nd out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #1050 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1050th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
76%
Rank #791 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 791st out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
122 / 160
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJanuary 27, 2011
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana is legally operated by Avantgarde Senior Living, and administered by Carolina Garcia-Trejo.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Luxury Apartments
Restaurants & Dining
Professional Care
Rendever Virtual Reality
Social & Cultural Activities
Wellness Center & Activities
Personal Services
8-Hole Putting Green
ActivitiesActivities that inspire and motivate residents to be more active and social, including community events, exercise classes, art therapy, games, shopping excursions, movie nights, field trips and more
Specific ProgramsLuxury Transportation, Senior Fitness

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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 Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1301 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1301st out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

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.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 9 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (130% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (400% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% above)
• Citations per year (130% above)
• Total visits (381% above)
• Complaint visits (385% above)
• Other visits (29% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (380% above)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
Latest Inspection April 24, 2026

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. 2310 This facility has 130% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (23 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 130% worse
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. 153 This facility has 400% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 400% worse Rank #1115 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1115th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 84 This facility has 100% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 100% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 4.62 This facility has 130% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (4.6 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 130% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.33.3 This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 7716 This facility has 381% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (77 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 381% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 6313 This facility has 385% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (63 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 385% worse Rank #1375 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1375th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 97 This facility has 29% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 29% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 4810 This facility has 380% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (48 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 380% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on February 13, 2026, found no deficiencies and all complaint allegations were unsubstantiated with no immediate health or safety concerns observed.
  • In mid-2023, the facility received multiple substantiated deficiencies for failing to timely report incidents to the licensing agency, including a kitchen plumbing incident and a resident-related event.
  • Past inspections from 2021 to early 2024 showed recurring issues with infection control, incomplete hospice care plans, missing physician orders for bed rails, and staff training deficiencies, but these were not cited in the latest inspections.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 5645 Lindley Ave, Tarzana, CA 91356

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana
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160
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CA AVG 103
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Rank #694 / 1368
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120
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CA AVG 103
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71
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CA AVG 57
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59
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CA AVG 81
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5
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1162 / 1397
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
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26
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CA AVG 13
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88.3%
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106
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CA AVG 103
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86
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CA AVG 57
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75
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5
10
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8
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CA AVG 3
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CA AVG 13
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MC
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106
Facility 106
CA AVG 103
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No
56
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CA AVG 57
Rank #1180 / 2092
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1401
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
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17
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CA AVG 13
Rank #458 / 1487
84.0%
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Rank #407 / 1368
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Ciela
AL
IL
MC
RC
Pacific Palisades
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #698 / 1657
No
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 57
Rank #1963 / 2092
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1401
2
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1300 / 1487
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1023 / 1368
Ciela LLC And Millennium Advisors, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana is located in Tarzana, 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 AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana

Who is the owner of AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana?

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana is legally operated by Avantgarde Senior Living, and administered by Carolina Garcia-Trejo.

Is AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana in a walkable area?

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana?

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana's occupancy is 76%.

Who is the administrator of AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana?

Carolina Garcia-Trejo is the administrator of AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana.

How many beds does AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana have?

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana has 160 beds.

Has AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana had any recent citations?

AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana has had 26 recently reported citations.

Are there photos of AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana?

Yes — there are 26 photos of AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana in the photo gallery on this page.

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