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The Gardens of Riverside
Exterior view of The Gardens of Riverside building Well-maintained garden space with seating areas Interior view of a common area in the facility Shaded outdoor seating area with flowers

The Gardens of Riverside

10849 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92505 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Gardens of Riverside

The Gardens of Riverside is a blissful retreat located in the peaceful neighborhood of Arlington Avenue, Riverside, CA, specializing in memory care. Dedicated to improving residents’ cognition, the community provides top-tier care and assistance 24/7. A respectful and specially trained team helps residents with their daily living activities to ease their worries and give more time to do the things they truly enjoy.

Empowering residents to live their retirement to the fullest, a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and stimulating programs is conducted for their leisure and wellness. Find comfort with food with healthy and delicious meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those seeking comfort and convenience in their golden years with its genuine care and specially designed amenities.

Facility Direct Line (951) 637-8844
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Bed community size
98-bed community Rank #788 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 788th out of 1648 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #1394 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1394th out of 1494 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #1869 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1869th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #396 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 396th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. 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
86 / 98
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJanuary 28, 2025
CountyRiverside

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Gardens of Riverside is legally operated by Tharon Riverside LLC, and administered by Griselda Gracie"." Garcia.

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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.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 0 citations 7 total visits 4 complaint visits 1 official inspection 1 complaint investigation
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.

14 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #108 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 108th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 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: 95 out of 100. Letter grade A. 14 points 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 2025 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)
Latest Inspection April 30, 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. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2025 — the California average is 10.

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. 716 This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #525 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 525th 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 110 This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better

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

  • January 28, 2026 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility operated within approved capacity with proper food, medication, and safety management.
  • Two complaint investigations in December 2025 and January 2026 found allegations unsubstantiated, with no deficiencies cited after reviewing staff actions and resident supervision.
  • January 16, 2025 pre-licensing inspection found the facility in good repair with no corrections needed for safety, cleanliness, or emergency preparedness.
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Studios

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 7.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Riverside's city center to The Gardens of Riverside's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

Meridian of Riverside
MC
AL
Riverside (Magnolia Center)
232
Facility 232
CA AVG 104
Rank #106 / 1648
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 57
Rank #597 / 2087
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 81
Rank #924 / 1399
2
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #1322 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1305 / 1494
 49.1% -Riverside Retirement Villa LLCSemi-Private / 1 Bed / Studio
The Gardens of Riverside
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Riverside (La Sierra Acres)
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 104
Rank #788 / 1648
No
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 57
Rank #1869 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1399
1
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1394 / 1494
 87.8% -Tharon Riverside LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Studios
Mission Care Center
MC
NH
SNF
Riverside (Ramona)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 104
Rank #1201 / 1648
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 57
Rank #1484 / 2087
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17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #458 / 1494
 95.0% --Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Memory Care Our Countryside Resort
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HOS
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Perris
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 104
Rank #1230 / 1648
No
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 57
Rank #1998 / 2087
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1399
1
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1394 / 1494
 86.1% -Garlyn CoPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Integrated Care Communities
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AL
HOS
Moreno Valley
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 104
Rank #1282 / 1648
No
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 57
Rank #1891 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
5
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #265 / 1494
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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

The Gardens of Riverside is located in Riverside, 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 The Gardens of Riverside

What neighborhood is The Gardens of Riverside in?

The Gardens of Riverside is in the La Sierra Acres neighborhood of Riverside.

Who is the owner of The Gardens of Riverside?

The Gardens of Riverside is legally operated by Tharon Riverside LLC, and administered by Griselda Gracie"." Garcia.

Is The Gardens of Riverside in a walkable area?

The Gardens of Riverside has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the occupancy rate at The Gardens of Riverside?

The Gardens of Riverside's occupancy is 88%.

Are pets allowed at The Gardens of Riverside?

No, The Gardens of Riverside has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Gardens of Riverside?

Griselda Gracie"." Garcia is the administrator of The Gardens of Riverside.

How many beds does The Gardens of Riverside have?

The Gardens of Riverside has 98 beds.

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