Occupancy rate
88%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Garden of Palms
Independent Living in Los Angeles
Garden of Palms
Independent Living in Los Angeles
Overview of Garden of Palms
Gardens of Palms is a vibrant community ensconced in the heart of West Hollywood, delivering a remarkable service in independent and assisted living for seniors. Gardens of Palms is an all-inclusive community that welcomes seniors of all faiths. It fosters a culture of respect, inclusivity, and empathy, ensuring that everyone enjoys a safe space. Living spaces range from studio to one-bedroom floor plans, with each unit designed to meet the diverse needs of the residents.
As a Jewish senior community, Gardens of Palms goes beyond basic healthcare by organizing regular field trips and theater events, providing residents with exciting opportunities to engage with their cliques. The community also features a certified kosher kitchen that serves fresh and nutritious meals tailored to the unique dietary needs of each resident. For those who love nature, lush garden patios provide a tranquil outdoor oasis to relax and unwind. Housekeeping services, transportation, and salon services are available as well to help seniors live a hassle-free and restful life.
130-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 97 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
115 / 130
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJuly 28, 2023
CountyLos Angeles
Garden of Palms is legally operated by Fairfax Gardens Operations, Llc, and administrated by Adam Syncheff.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Garden of Palms
Assisted Living
Independent Living
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
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics worse than average are highlighted in red; those better than average are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. California average
5 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
• Total visits (300% above)
• Complaint visits (308% above)
• Other visits (29% above)
• Complaint investigations (250% above) 3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
• Total visits (300% above)
• Complaint visits (308% above)
• Other visits (29% above)
• Complaint investigations (250% above) 3 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (10% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
Latest Inspection
February 26, 2026
Complaint Investigation
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory violations recorded by California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) inspectors across all inspection types.
| 9 | 10 | This facility has 10% fewer total citations than a typical California facility (9 vs. California avg 10).↓ 10% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 3).↓ 33% better |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. Corrective action required within a specified timeframe.
| 7 | 4 | This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California facility (7 vs. California avg 4).↑ 75% worse |
Inspections & Visits
Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 64 | 16 | This facility has 300% more total visits than a typical California facility (64 vs. California avg 16).↑ 300% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns.
| 53 | 13 | This facility has 308% more complaint visits than a typical California facility (53 vs. California avg 13).↑ 308% worse |
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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.
| 9 | 7 | This facility has 29% more other visits than a typical California facility (9 vs. California avg 7).↑ 29% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Complaint Investigations
Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 53 complaint visits.
| 35 | 10 | This facility has 250% more complaint investigations than a typical California facility (35 vs. California avg 10).↑ 250% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The facility’s inspection record is mixed, with multiple substantiated deficiencies mainly involving safeguarding residents’ personal belongings, equal living space, and call button functionality. The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026, found no deficiencies and all allegations unsubstantiated after several complaint investigations. Earlier investigations from mid-2024 documented four deficiencies including bed bug infestations, failure to provide transportation, and unauthorized control of a resident’s dietary decisions.
Read the full state inspection reports, including specific deficiencies and facility responses.
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California
Garden of Palms is located in Los Angeles, California.
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8.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Los Angeles's city center to Garden of Palms's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.12 miles to nearest hospital (Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center)
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Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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