Overview of Garden Silver Town

Garden Silver Town is a 72-bed assisted living community in Los Angeles, California, operated by A Better Tomorrow Care Corp under administrator Steve Kim. Licensed in Los Angeles County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since June 2020, the community holds an Assisted Living Waiver designation, enabling it to serve Medi-Cal-eligible seniors who would otherwise qualify for nursing home placement.

Inspected by the California Department of Social Services, Garden Silver Town has recorded 5 total citations since 2021, half the California average of 10. Complaints have run below average as well, with 9 filed compared to a statewide norm of 14. No fines appear in the record through the most recent inspection in August 2025, putting the overall score at 77 out of 100 against a California benchmark of 70.

The community provides daily life enrichment activities, a garden, and emergency alert systems with alarmed entry and exit points throughout the building.

Garden Silver Town suits Medi-Cal-eligible older adults in Los Angeles County seeking assisted living through the state’s Assisted Living Waiver program in the Koreatown area.

Bed community size
72-bed community Rank #975 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 975th out of 1644 homes 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.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
6 years in operation Rank #901 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 901st out of 1497 homes 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.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 96 / 100 Rank #43 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 2087 homes 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.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
93%
Rank #261 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 261st out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.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
67 / 72
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJune 17, 2020
CountyLos Angeles
State License TypesALW

Ownership & Operating Entity

Garden Silver Town is legally operated by A Better Tomorrow Care Corp, and administered by Steve Kim.

Owner NameA Better Tomorrow Care Corp

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System, Alarmed Entrance/Exits

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Branded ProgramsAssisted Living Waiver Program
Specific ProgramsGARDEN SILVER TOWN

Contact Garden Silver Town

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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #765 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 765th out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 82 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 1 point above 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (at CA avg)
5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
• Total complaints (36% below)
• Complaints per year (36% 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. 510 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% 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. 33 This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.43.3 This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% 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. 1416 This facility has had 13% fewer total inspections than the California average (14 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 13% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 913 This facility has had 31% fewer complaint visits than the California average (9 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 31% fewer Rank #809 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 809th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 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.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 07 This facility has had 100% fewer other visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% 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

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 914 This facility has 36% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 36% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1.82.8 This facility has 36% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.8 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 36% better

Places of interest near Garden Silver Town

Address 3.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Los Angeles's city center to Garden Silver Town's address, calculated via Google Maps.

Calculate Travel Distance to Garden Silver Town

Add your location

Address

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.

Avocet Playa Vista
AL
IL
MC
Los Angeles (Playa Vista)
286
Facility 286
CA AVG 104
Rank #63 / 1644
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 57
Rank #767 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1397 / 1497
74.5% Hsh Playa Management Ca LLC And Srg Playa Mgmt LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harbor Terrace Retirement Community
AL
IL
San Pedro
202
Facility 202
CA AVG 104
Rank #149 / 1644
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 57
Rank #87 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #133 / 1497
34.7% Harbor Terrace Retirement Center Of San Pedro, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Garden Silver Town
AL
Los Angeles (Koreatown)
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 104
Rank #975 / 1644
No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2087
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 81
Rank #765 / 1400
14
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1386
3
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #901 / 1497
93.1% A Better Tomorrow Care Corp-
Ayres Residential Care Home West Los Angeles
AL
MC
RESC
Los Angeles (Rancho Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 104
Rank #1317 / 1644
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 57
Rank #450 / 2087
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1400
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
100.0% Michael Gabai1 Bed
Hope House LLC
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RESC
RC
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 104
Rank #1317 / 1644
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #529 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1219 / 1497
100.0% Hope House LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Garden Silver Town is located in LOS ANGELES, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

Get Financial aid guidance

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 Garden Silver Town

What neighborhood is Garden Silver Town in?

Garden Silver Town is in the Koreatown neighborhood of LOS ANGELES.

Who is the owner of Garden Silver Town?

Garden Silver Town is legally operated by A Better Tomorrow Care Corp, and administered by Steve Kim.

Is Garden Silver Town in a walkable area?

Garden Silver Town has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Garden Silver Town?

Garden Silver Town's occupancy is 93%.

How long has Garden Silver Town been in business?

Garden Silver Town has been operating for approximately 6 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Garden Silver Town?

No, Garden Silver Town has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Garden Silver Town?

Steve Kim is the administrator of Garden Silver Town.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance