Melrose Gardens
Melrose Gardens is a Memory Care Home in California
Melrose Gardens is a Memory Care Home in California
Melrose Gardens
Melrose Gardens is a Memory Care Home in California
Melrose Gardens is a Memory Care Home in California
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.
Inspection Report Summary for Melrose Gardens
The December 28, 2022 visit to Melrose Gardens was an announced compliance review (COMP II) that confirmed the administrator’s understanding of Title 22 regulations and the facility’s operating procedures. The analyst noted that the facility met the basic requirements for license type, staffing, and program policies, and the application documentation was in order. The visit ended with the administrator signing acknowledgment of the licensing appeal rights.
In the first announced pre‑licensing visit on May 12, 2023, the analyst observed adequate physical plant conditions, but identified a serious deficiency with the delayed egress locking system (DELS). Two of the six exit doors were non‑operational, and the fire clearance had not addressed the DELS issue, rendering the facility non‑compliant at the time of inspection. A follow‑up report was forwarded to the Centralized Application Bureau, and the pre‑license remained pending until the DELS were fully functional.
A second unannounced pre‑licensing inspection on June 13, 2023 repeated the DELS deficiency. Four of the six exit doors were still not operating correctly; the system was either silent or lacked power. The facility was again deemed non‑compliant with Title 22, and the report was again routed to CAB pending repair and verification. The August 25, 2023 re‑inspection, though only partially documented, focused on the same delayed egress system and involved testing all four equipped exits. While the narrative is truncated, the intent was to confirm that the earlier deficiencies had been addressed before the final licensing determination.
Across all visits, the recurring pattern is that Melrose Gardens consistently meets general facility and program standards but struggles with compliance of the delayed egress system, a critical fire‑safety requirement. The repeated need for corrective action and subsequent re‑inspections highlight the importance of timely resolution of this safety issue for the facility’s licensing trajectory.
This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
Community Stability & Environment
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Current Availability
54 of 100 beds occupiedBelow Average Occupancy rate of 54%.
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility's license was first issued by the state.
September 28, 2023
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Walk Score
Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car.
94
Walker's ParadiseDaily errands do not require a car. Most errands are within a 5-minute walk. Dense, urban, highly connected sidewalks. Frequent transit and strong pedestrian infrastructure.
Safety, Compliance & Inspections Overview
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All Visits
Total number of inspections, complaint visits, and administrative visits conducted by California regulators.
13 visits
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Complaint Visits
Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state.
7 complaints
54% of visitsThese visits are triggered by state-filed complaints. Matching the state average reflects a typical number of concerns for similar facilities. -
Other Visits
Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections.
7 visits
54% of visitsThese are extra inspections by state authorities. More than average suggests issues arose outside routine inspections. -
Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations identified during inspections conducted by California regulators.
3 citations
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Inspection Reports
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Facility & Licensing Details
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County
County in California where the facility is located.
LOS ANGELES
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Facility Type
Indicates the state-regulated license category used in California (e.g., Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal in California.
LICENSED
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility under California regulations.
DANMAR VILLAS LLC
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Regional Office
State regional office responsible for overseeing this facility.
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Types of Care at Melrose Gardens
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7.4 miles from city center
960 N Martel Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
(323)-876-1746
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Phone:(323)-876-1746
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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, 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 Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, 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 Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, 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 Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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