Inspection Reports for
Lakewood Gardens

12055 S. LAKEWOOD BLVD., DOWNEY, CA, 90242

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Deficiencies (last 6 years)

Deficiencies (over 6 years) 1 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

75% better than California average
California average: 4 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

4 3 2 1 0
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

Occupancy

Latest occupancy rate 60% occupied

Based on a February 2026 inspection.

This facility has shown a steady increase in demand based on occupancy rates.

Occupancy rate over time

20% 40% 60% 80% 100% May 2021 Jun 2022 Jun 2023 Jan 2024 May 2025 Sep 2025 Feb 2026

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 90 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Feb 19, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit in response to an allegation that staff refused to allow a resident to return to the facility after hospitalization.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged staff refused to allow a resident to return after hospitalization. The allegation was unsubstantiated based on interviews with staff, residents, and review of hospital and psychiatric records.
Findings
The investigation found insufficient evidence to support the allegation. Interviews and record reviews indicated the resident was not denied re-entry but required a psychiatric evaluation for safety reasons. The resident returned to the facility on 2026-02-12.

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Capacity: 150 Census: 90

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Christian GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Marie Jeene R De CastroAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 90 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Feb 19, 2026

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations that staff did not ensure the facility was free of scabies and did not address a resident's change in condition.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that staff did not ensure the facility was free of scabies and did not address a resident's change in condition. The scabies allegation was unsubstantiated, while the failure to address the resident's change in condition was substantiated.
Findings
One allegation regarding failure to ensure the facility was free of scabies was found unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence. Another allegation that staff did not address a resident's change in condition was substantiated, with deficiencies cited for failure to observe and report changes in the resident's condition to the physician or responsible party.

Deficiencies (1)
CCR 87466 requires the licensee to regularly observe residents for changes in physical, mental, emotional, and social functioning and provide appropriate assistance. The facility failed to document and report observed red spots on a resident's lower neck to the physician or responsible party.
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Capacity: 150 Census: 90 Deficiencies cited: 1

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Christian GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Marie Jeene R De CastroAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during the investigation

Inspection Report

Complaint Investigation
Census: 81 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Dec 2, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was an unannounced complaint investigation visit conducted in response to allegations that staff did not ensure the facility was free of scabies and did not address a resident's change in condition.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was substantiated based on interviews, record reviews, and observations. The allegations involved failure to ensure the facility was free of scabies and failure to address a resident's change in condition. The preponderance of evidence standard was met.
Findings
The investigation substantiated the allegations that the facility failed to ensure a resident was free of scabies and did not properly address the resident's change in condition. Interviews and record reviews confirmed the resident had scabies and that staff did not report or treat the condition appropriately.

Deficiencies (2)
CCR 87468.1(a)(2) Personal Rights of Residents: Licensee did not ensure resident R1 was free and clear of scabies, posing an immediate risk to health and safety.
CCR 87466 Observation of the Resident: Licensee did not ensure resident R1 was regularly observed for changes in condition such as rashes, posing an immediate risk to health and safety.
Report Facts
Capacity: 150 Census: 81 Deficiencies cited: 2 Plan of Correction Due Date: 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Christian GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and delivered findings
Marie Jeene R De CastroAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation and named in findings

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 82 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 1 Date: Sep 23, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted regarding allegations that staff did not dispense medications as prescribed.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not dispense medications as prescribed. The allegation was substantiated after investigation, including interviews with staff, administrator, resident's family, and document review.
Findings
The investigation found that a resident (R1) received the wrong medication, resulting in a positive opioid urine test and hospitalization. The allegation was substantiated based on interviews and record reviews.

Deficiencies (1)
CCR 87468.1(a)(2) Personal Rights of Residents requires safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations. R1 received wrong medication posing immediate risk to health and safety.
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Capacity: 150 Census: 82 Medication check sample: 4 Residents attempted to interview: 6 Staff interviewed: 4 Staff statements: 3 Staff statements: 2

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Christian GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and authored the report
Jeenne De CastroAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 88 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 20, 2025

Visit Reason
An unannounced complaint investigation was conducted regarding an allegation that staff did not address a resident's change in medical condition.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that staff did not address a resident's change in medical condition. The allegation was unsubstantiated after investigation.
Findings
The investigation found insufficient evidence to support the allegation. Interviews and record reviews indicated that although the resident fell and did not report it to staff, there was no preponderance of evidence to prove staff neglect or abuse.

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Capacity: 150 Census: 88

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Christian GutierrezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Marie Jeene R De CastroAdministratorFacility administrator involved in investigation interviews

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Annual Inspection
Census: 88 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 16, 2025

Visit Reason
The inspection was a required unannounced annual inspection to evaluate compliance with licensing requirements for the facility.

Findings
The facility was found to be in compliance with all applicable regulations with no deficiencies observed. The inspection covered infection control, operational requirements, staffing, physical plant safety, personnel records, resident records, residents' rights, planned activities, food service, incidental medical and dental care, disaster preparedness, and care for residents with special health needs.

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Residents under hospice care: 20 Hospice waiver capacity: 27 Staff files reviewed: 7 Resident files reviewed: 8 Resident medications reviewed: 10 Food supply perishables: 2 Food supply non-perishables: 7 Last disaster drill date: May 8, 2025

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marie Jeene R De CastroAdministratorNamed as facility administrator with certificate renewal in process.
Tena HerreraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the annual inspection.
David SicairosLicensing Program ManagerNamed as licensing program manager overseeing the inspection.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 89 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 1, 2025

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation to examine an allegation that a staff member physically assaulted a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that a staff member punched a resident in the face. Interviews with staff and residents did not support the allegation. No signs of injury were observed on the resident. The allegation was unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.
Findings
The investigation found no corroborating evidence that staff physically assaulted residents. Interviews with staff and residents indicated no reports or observations of physical abuse, and the allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated.

Report Facts
Facility Capacity: 150 Resident Census: 89

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Elizabeth IrraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Jeenne De CastroAdministratorFacility administrator met during the investigation
Tony VasalloLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager

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Annual Inspection
Census: 85 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 11, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced required annual inspection of the Residential Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) to assess compliance with licensing regulations.

Findings
The facility was found to be in full compliance with no deficiencies observed. The environment was clean and safe, medications and documentation were properly managed, and all required safety equipment and signage were present and operational.

Report Facts
Hospice waiver residents: 27 Residents medication reviewed: 6 Resident files reviewed: 5 Staff files reviewed: 5 PPE supply: 30

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Marie Jeene R De CastroAdministratorMet during inspection and participated in exit interview
Tyler ReyesLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection
Valeria MaldonadoLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection and signed the report

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 76 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 29, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted in response to multiple allegations including bed bugs, resident bathroom access restrictions, prohibition of safety bed alarm installation, forced use of diapers, and facility odor.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was unsubstantiated based on interviews with residents and staff, review of pest control invoices, physician orders, and facility observations. Allegations included bed bugs, bathroom access prohibition, safety bed alarm denial, forced diaper use, and bad odor, none of which were supported by sufficient evidence.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence to substantiate the allegations. Resident and staff interviews, physical plant tours, and pest control records indicated the facility was clean, free of pests, and odor-free. Bed alarms and adult briefs were provided only with physician orders.

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Resident interviews: 10 Staff interviews: 7 Facility capacity: 150 Census: 76

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 76 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jan 12, 2024

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation to determine the validity of allegations regarding staff not addressing an outbreak of scabies and staff allowing residents to wear other residents' clothing.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was triggered by allegations that staff were not addressing a scabies outbreak and were allowing residents to wear other residents' clothing. The allegations were unsubstantiated after investigation including interviews with staff and residents, review of health department actions, and inspection of resident clothing.
Findings
The investigation found no evidence of a scabies outbreak or that staff allowed residents to wear other residents' clothing. All allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated based on interviews, assessments, and observations.

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Capacity: 150 Census: 76

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Alberto LopezLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation
Marie Jeenne R De CastroAdministratorFacility administrator interviewed during investigation

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 74 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 27, 2023

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation to determine the validity of allegations regarding lack of activities, disrespectful treatment by staff, and failure to meet residents' needs.

Complaint Details
The complaint included allegations that the facility does not provide activities as advertised, staff do not treat residents with dignity or respect, and the facility failed to meet residents' needs. The investigation concluded these allegations were unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to substantiate the allegations. Residents and staff interviews, activity calendar review, and observations indicated that activities were provided as advertised, residents were treated with dignity, and their needs were met.

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Capacity: 150 Census: 74

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Annual Inspection
Census: 72 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 17, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced case management annual continuation visit was conducted to follow up on the initial annual visit performed on 2023-06-06.

Findings
The Licensing Program Analyst completed reviews of planned activities, incidental medical and dental care, and residents with special health needs. No deficiencies were observed during the visit.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jeenne De CastroAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the visit.
Luis MoraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced case management annual continuation visit.

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Annual Inspection
Census: 72 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 6, 2023

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements using the CARE Tool.

Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the visit. The facility met all regulatory requirements including safety, infection control, staffing, and environmental standards.

Report Facts
Licensed Capacity: 150 Census: 72 Hospice Waiver Capacity: 27 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Date: May 17, 2023 Fire Inspection Date: Mar 8, 2023 Fire and Disaster Drill Date: May 1, 2023

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jeenne De CastroAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection; administrator certificate reviewed.
Luis MoraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 62 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Mar 3, 2023

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation conducted to address allegations regarding a resident sustaining an unexplained fracture, failure to seek timely medical attention, and failure to notify the resident's representative of an unusual incident.

Complaint Details
The complaint involved allegations that a resident sustained an unexplained fracture while in care, the facility did not seek timely medical attention, and the facility did not notify the resident’s representative of an unusual incident. The findings were unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to prove or disprove the alleged violations. All allegations were determined to be unsubstantiated based on interviews, medical records, and documentation review.

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Capacity: 150 Census: 62

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Glenn TruemanLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation visit
Jeenne DeCastroAssistant AdministratorMet with investigator and interviewed during the visit
Olivia SpindolaInvestigatorConducted investigation for the Department of Social Services
Sholom Yosef GoldmanAdministratorFacility administrator named in report header

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 64 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Oct 31, 2022

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation regarding an allegation that the facility was refusing to readmit a resident back from the hospital.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that the facility was refusing to readmit a resident from the hospital. The allegation was investigated through interviews and record reviews and was found to be unsubstantiated.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility did not refuse to readmit the resident but requested a reassessment and clearance from the hospital to ensure the resident's safety. The allegation was determined to be unsubstantiated due to lack of preponderance of evidence.

Report Facts
Facility Capacity: 150 Resident Census: 64

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jeenne DecastroAssistant AdministratorAssisted with the complaint investigation and provided information denying the allegation
Christine WongLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation

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Annual Inspection
Census: 64 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jun 7, 2022

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection was conducted focusing on infection control, medication, and food review to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.

Findings
No deficiencies were observed during the visit. The facility met all regulatory requirements including safety, medication administration, and COVID-19 protocols.

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Joe GoldmanAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection and administrator certificate reviewed.
Luis MoraLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced annual inspection.
Stefanie CoronelSupervisorSupervisor overseeing the licensing evaluation.

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 69 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 2 Date: Jan 6, 2022

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced Case Management inspection to address deficiencies observed during a complaint investigation on the same day.

Complaint Details
The visit was conducted to address deficiencies observed during a complaint investigation on 01/06/2022.
Findings
Deficiencies included a hole in the sink in the bathroom of room 40, no hot water in the bathroom of room 35, and disinfectant spray found in resident room 74. These issues posed immediate health, safety, or personal rights risks to persons in care.

Deficiencies (2)
CCR 87705(f)(2) Care of Persons with Dementia: Disinfectant spray was found in resident room 74, which must be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia. This poses an immediate health and safety risk.
CCR 87303(a) Maintenance and Operation: Room 35 bathroom had no hot water and bathroom in room 40 had a hole in the sink, failing to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment.
Report Facts
Census: 69 Total Capacity: 150

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jeene De CastroAssistant AdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during the inspection and involved in addressing deficiencies
Nina GalarzaLicensing Program AnalystConducted the unannounced Case Management visit and documented findings

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Complaint Investigation
Census: 67 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: Jul 16, 2021

Visit Reason
The visit was an unannounced complaint investigation triggered by an allegation that a resident contracted scabies while in care.

Complaint Details
The complaint alleged that a resident contracted scabies while in care. The allegation was unsubstantiated after interviews and record reviews showed no evidence of scabies.
Findings
The investigation found no preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation occurred. The resident was not diagnosed with scabies, and staff and other residents denied any scabies cases. The dermatologist ruled out scabies and attributed the rash to an allergic reaction.

Report Facts
Capacity: 150 Census: 67

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
LaJean Nicole SpencerLicensing Program AnalystConducted the complaint investigation and signed the report
Joe GoldmanAdministratorMet with investigators during the visit
Christine YeeLicensing Program ManagerNamed in the report as Licensing Program Manager

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Annual Inspection
Census: 62 Capacity: 150 Deficiencies: 0 Date: May 21, 2021

Visit Reason
An unannounced annual inspection visit focusing on the Infection Control Domain was conducted to evaluate compliance with infection control practices and the facility's approved mitigation plan.

Findings
The facility had appropriate infection control measures including entrance screening, PPE supply, and signage. Some issues were noted with spacing of activity room furniture and lack of lids on trash cans and soap/paper towels in isolation/quarantine room restrooms. No deficiencies were cited at this time.

Report Facts
Isolation/quarantine rooms inspected: 6 Resident rooms inspected: 5 Emergency contact information reviewed: 5 Medication records reviewed: 5

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jeenne De CastroAssistant AdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
Joe GoldmanAdministratorMet with Licensing Program Analyst during inspection
LaJean Nicole SpencerLicensing Program AnalystConducted the inspection visit

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