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Enjoy a wondrous retirement with the one-of-a-kind senior living community of Nikkei Senior Gardens situated in the harmonious lands of Arleta Avenue, Arleta, CA, which offers assisted living. The community features cozy and sophisticated studio and one-bedroom apartments, ensuring seniors have a safe place for their personal moments. Nikkei Senior Gardens was regarded as US News and World Reports’ Best Assisted Living from 2023 to 2024 for its unrivaled care and support.
Create lasting moments with friends and enjoy fun activities and engaging programs for leisure and wellness. Serving various dining options, residents indulge in healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes and a friendly neighborhood, Nikkei Senior Gardens is great for seniors wanting to optimize their freedom with extra support from a trusted community.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Nikkei Senior Gardens is legally operated by Nikkei Senior Gardens; Cadence Sl Nikkei Llc, and administrated by Shin Ito.
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.
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.
14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #108 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 108th 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. Inspection score: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
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.
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 10 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better |
Inspections & Visits
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 8 | 16 | This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 2 | 13 | This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th 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. |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
38.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Arleta's city center to Nikkei Senior Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Nikkei Senior Gardens is located in Arleta, California.
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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 |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Tarzana | 160
Facility
160
CA AVG
103
Rank
#288 / 1657 | No |
60
Facility
60
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1050 / 2092 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1301 / 1401 | 5 | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1375 / 1397 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1115 / 1164 | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
13
Rank
#492 / 1487 |
76.3%
Facility
76.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#694 / 1368 | Avantgarde Senior Living | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Sunrise of Mission Viejo |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Mission Viejo | 110
Facility
110
CA AVG
103
Rank
#642 / 1657 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1392 / 2092 | 92
Facility
92
CA AVG
81
Rank
#308 / 1401 | 4 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#336 / 1487 |
75.5%
Facility
75.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#714 / 1368 | Szr Mission Viejo Asst Lvg; Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Nikkei Senior Gardens |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Arleta | 106
Facility
106
CA AVG
103
Rank
#675 / 1657 | No |
56
Facility
56
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
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#458 / 1487 |
84.0%
Facility
84.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#407 / 1368 | Nikkei Senior Gardens; Cadence Sl Nikkei LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Brookdale Central Whittier |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Whittier (East Whittier) | 92
Facility
92
CA AVG
103
Rank
#840 / 1657 | Yes |
83
Facility
83
CA AVG
57
Rank
#338 / 2092 | 59
Facility
59
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1301 / 1401 | 6 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1222 / 1397 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1015 / 1164 | 19
Facility
19
CA AVG
13
Rank
#392 / 1487 |
57.6%
Facility
57.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1139 / 1368 | Brea Whittier LLC; Emeritus Corporation | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Silverado Rolling Hills Memory Care Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Torrance (Walteria) | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1017 / 1657 | Yes |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#417 / 2092 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1401 | - | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1391 / 1487 |
64.7%
Facility
64.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1012 / 1368 | Silverado Rolling Hills LLC& Silverado Senior Liv | Studio / 1 Bed |
Nikkei Senior Gardens is in the Arleta neighborhood of Arleta.
The legal owner and operator of Nikkei Senior Gardens is Nikkei Senior Gardens; Cadence Sl Nikkei Llc.
Nikkei Senior Gardens has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Nikkei Senior Gardens's occupancy is 84%.
Shin Ito is the administrator of Nikkei Senior Gardens.
Nikkei Senior Gardens has 106 beds.
Nikkei Senior Gardens has no recently reported deficiencies or citations.
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