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Nikkei Senior Gardens
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Arleta, CA
Exterior view of Nikkei Senior Gardens building Bright and welcoming resident room with natural light Dining area with tables and chairs in the facility. Bright lobby area with comfortable seating and decor Dining area with tables and chairs under a bright ceiling

Nikkei Senior Gardens

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Arleta, CA
9221 Arleta Ave, Arleta, CA 91331 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Nikkei Senior Gardens

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Serving up to 106 residents, Nikkei Senior Gardens is a residential care community in Arleta, California, that offers assisted living. Operated by Nikkei Senior Gardens and Cadence SL Nikkei LLC under the administration of Shin Ito, it has served older adults for 17 years, specifically the local Japanese and Asian American community. It currently maintains an 84% occupancy rate, with studio and one-bedroom accommodations offered in a two-story setting. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants also provide daily support.

Residents and visiting family members can access some nearby shops and services on foot, adding convenience to everyday life, with a moderately walkable surrounding neighborhood.

State inspections have also reflected a strong record of regulatory compliance. Recent reviews found no deficiencies, and infection prevention practices have remained consistent across inspection cycles, demonstrating continued adherence to California’s care standards.

Facility Direct Line (818) 899-1000
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
89
Bed community size
106-bed community Rank #674 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 674th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
17 years in operation Rank #481 / 1507Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 481st 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 56 / 100 Rank #1180 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1180th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #487 / 1452Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 487th 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
89 / 106
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJanuary 16, 2009
CountyLos Angeles
RCFE Number197607606

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nikkei Senior Gardens is legally operated by Nikkei Senior Gardens and Cadence Sl Nikkei LLC, and administered by Shin Ito.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

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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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% 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. 012 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 12).↓ 100% 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. 816 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the California average (8 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 213 This facility has had 85% fewer complaint visits than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 85% fewer Rank #325 / 1387 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 325th 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. 17 This facility has had 86% fewer other visits than the California average (1 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 86% 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. 210 This facility has had 80% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (2 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 80% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Shin Ito

Executive Director

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Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Arleta's city center to Nikkei Senior Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Los Angeles County

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
Nikkei Senior Gardens
AL
MC
Arleta
106
Facility 106
CA AVG 103
Rank #674 / 1,645
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,180 / 2,057
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #481 / 1,507
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #487 / 1,452
-Nikkei Senior Gardens And Cadence Sl Nikkei LLCStudio / 1 Bed
North Lake Villas
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Altadena
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,256 / 1,645
No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
8
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #320 / 1,507
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #843 / 1,452
A+North Lake Villas, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Diamond Senior Living
AL
Long Beach (Artcraft Manor)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 58
Rank #509 / 2,057
6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
-Diamond Senior Living IncPrivate Room / Shared Room
Genesis Manor IV
AL
HOS
RESC
La Verne
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,011 / 2,057
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Genesis Health Care IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Golden Harvest Care Homes
AL
HOS
RESC
Hawthorne
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 58
Rank #529 / 2,057
8
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #776 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
-Golden Harvest Care Homes, LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Nikkei Senior Gardens is located in Arleta, 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).
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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 Nikkei Senior Gardens

Who is the owner of Nikkei Senior Gardens?

Nikkei Senior Gardens is legally operated by Nikkei Senior Gardens and Cadence Sl Nikkei LLC, and administered by Shin Ito.

Is Nikkei Senior Gardens in a walkable area?

Nikkei Senior Gardens has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Nikkei Senior Gardens?

Nikkei Senior Gardens's occupancy is 84%.

How long has Nikkei Senior Gardens been in business?

Nikkei Senior Gardens has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Nikkei Senior Gardens?

No, Nikkei Senior Gardens has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Nikkei Senior Gardens?

Shin Ito is the administrator of Nikkei Senior Gardens.

How many beds does Nikkei Senior Gardens have?

Nikkei Senior Gardens has 106 beds.

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