Overview of Melrose Gardens

Melrose Gardens, ensconced in the soul of Los Angeles, is a warm and intimate haven that focuses on the overall development of its residents. With an expert team experienced in early to late-stage memory loss, Melrose Gardens specializes in a boutique community dedicated to memory care. The serene cottages are designed to provide a secure environment that fosters peace of mind.

Each cottage boasts spacious, tastefully furnished rooms that exude a sense of home. Their dedicated team provides daily housekeeping and laundry services, ensuring that residents have more time to focus on things that make them happy. Wellness checks and daily living assistance are also available, ensuring that residents are always at their best condition everyday.

Bed community size
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 94 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
31%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
31 / 100
Average residents 87 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceSeptember 28, 2023
CountyLos Angeles
RCFE Number197609830

Ownership & Operating Entity

Melrose Gardens is legally operated by Danmar Villas Llc, and administrated by Villegas, Marco.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Types of Care at Melrose Gardens

Assisted Living Memory Care

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. California average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (56% above)
• Complaint visits (15% above)
• Other visits (14% above)
5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (70% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
• Complaint investigations (10% below)
Latest Inspection September 30, 2025 Annual Inspection

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.

MetricThis FacilityCalifornia Averagevs. California Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory violations recorded by California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) inspectors across all inspection types. 310 This facility has 70% fewer total citations than a typical California facility (3 vs. California avg 10).↓ 70% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 3).↓ 33% better
Moderate citations (Type B) Info 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. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California facility (1 vs. California avg 4).↓ 75% better

Inspections & Visits Info Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.

MetricThis FacilityCalifornia Averagevs. California Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 2516 This facility has 56% more total visits than a typical California facility (25 vs. California avg 16).↑ 56% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns. 1513 This facility has 15% more complaint visits than a typical California facility (15 vs. California avg 13).↑ 15% worse
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 87 This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California facility (8 vs. California avg 7).↑ 14% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California facility (2 vs. California avg 4).↓ 50% better
Complaint Investigations Info Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 15 complaint visits. 910 This facility has 10% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California facility (9 vs. California avg 10).↓ 10% better

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

This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with recent compliance but prior deficiencies in reporting and medication management. On September 30, 2025, the annual inspection found no deficiencies and proper infection control, but a May 23, 2025 complaint investigation cited two failures to report an aggressive incident as required. Earlier in 2024, substantiated findings included untimely medication refills and inaccurate documentation, though other complaints were unsubstantiated and the facility showed consistent improvement in safety and cleanliness.

Read the full state inspection reports, including specific deficiencies and facility responses.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

Melrose Gardens is located in Los Angeles, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority
General California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
CA

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

Benefits
Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year) Weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings)

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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Melrose 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.

Los Angeles (Fairfax)100No 94 21522 31.0% -Danmar Villas Llc-
Atria Park of Pacific Palisades
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.

Pacific Palisades60Yes 89 410320 61.7% -Al Subfunding Llc; Atria Management Co Llc-

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