Monte Vista Grove Homes

Overview of Monte Vista Grove Homes

Monte Vista Grove Homes is a senior living home specializing in providing memory care services for residents living with dementia. Located within the community of Monte Vista Grove Homes, this senior living home provides quality care in a warm and secure environment specially designed to ensure the safety of its residents. They offer private accommodations with private and shared baths and equipped with emergency pull cord systems. The residents are also provided 24/7 care and supervision, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and toileting.

Residents’ nutritional needs are met by providing meals that are prepared with consideration to their dietary needs and restrictions. Special activity programs are also regularly scheduled to create opportunities for physical and mental exercises aimed to boost recognition and improve cognitive well being. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided to keep the home clean and safe for the residents to move freely about.

Facility Direct Line (626) 791-7600

66-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

33 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 40 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

77%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

51 / 66

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community

IssuanceDecember 2, 1992

CountyLos Angeles

Monte Vista Grove Homes is legally operated by Monte Vista Grove Homes, and administered by Deborah A Herbert.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 8 citations 8 total visits 0 complaint visits 5 official inspections

Inspection Score

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

Inspection Scorecard 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

Latest Inspection October 13, 2025

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	8	10	This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	4	3	This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #829 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 829th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 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.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	4	4	This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	1.6	2	This facility has 20% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.6 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 20% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1	3.3	This facility has 70% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 70% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
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
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	0	13	This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	3	7	This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
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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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Transportation Services

4.0 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Pasadena's city center to Monte Vista Grove Homes's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.86 miles to nearest hospital (USC Arcadia Hospital)

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


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Monte Vista Grove Homes	AL MC RESC RC	Pasadena (Lamanda Park)	66 Facility 66 CA AVG 104 Rank #1030 / 1648	Yes	40 Facility 40 CA AVG 57 Rank #1551 / 2087	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 81 Rank #852 / 1399	5	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1388	4 Facility 4 CA AVG 3 Rank #829 / 1160	33 Facility 33 CA AVG 13 Rank #92 / 1494	77.3%	-	Monte Vista Grove Homes	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

What neighborhood is Monte Vista Grove Homes in?

Monte Vista Grove Homes is in the Lamanda Park neighborhood of Pasadena.

Is Monte Vista Grove Homes in a walkable area?

Monte Vista Grove Homes has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Monte Vista Grove Homes?

Monte Vista Grove Homes's occupancy is 77%.

Are pets allowed at Monte Vista Grove Homes?

Yes, Monte Vista Grove Homes allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Monte Vista Grove Homes?

Deborah A Herbert is the administrator of Monte Vista Grove Homes.

How many beds does Monte Vista Grove Homes have?

Monte Vista Grove Homes has 66 beds.

Has Monte Vista Grove Homes had any citations?

Monte Vista Grove Homes has had 8 reported citations according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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