Pasadena Nursing Center
Nursing Home, Adult Day Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Pasadena, CA
ALM Inspection Grade C Info ALM's inspection grade is 74 / 100, a C — a combined grade: its CMS-certified nursing-home beds and its state-licensed beds, weighted by bed count · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Pasadena Nursing Center

Nursing Home, Adult Day Care, Respite Care & Skilled Nursing · Pasadena, CA
ALM Inspection Grade C Info ALM's inspection grade is 74 / 100, a C — a combined grade: its CMS-certified nursing-home beds and its state-licensed beds, weighted by bed count · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Pasadena Nursing Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Pasadena Nursing Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Pasadena Nursing Center

Pasadena Nursing Center, located in Pasadena, CA, is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility providing a range of services from rehabilitation, a variety of therapy services, adult care, psychiatric care, respite care, and skilled nursing services. Their convalescent home provides residents with 24/7 skilled nursing care, wound and pain management, medication management and administration assistance, as well as assistance with daily living activities and mobility.
This skilled nursing center boasts of their quality care as well as amenities and non-medical related services; from meal provisions to physical fitness programs, the residents are well taken care of until they feel better or good enough to start living independently again.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 38.0% Below CA avg. ▼ 38.0% Below CA avg.CA average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 64.4% Below CA avg. ▼ 64.4% Below CA avg.CA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 19.0% Above CA avg. ▲ 19.0% Above CA avg.CA average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 20.1% Above CA avg. ▲ 20.1% Above CA avg.CA average: 4.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q2 2026 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Sep 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 131st out of 291 nursing homes we track in California for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
↓ 5% · CA 4h 21mThis facility: 4h 9m per resident per day, 5% below the California average of 4h 21m (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #131 / 291Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 131st out of 291 nursing homes we track in California for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the California average, with a ranking across 291 California facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
4h 9m

Standout metric: RN, weekends is +18% above California average

3 of 6 metrics below California average

Staff by category

Q2 2026 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2026.
Certified Nursing Assistant4604617,27491100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse180184,61291100%7.6
Registered Nurse141153,61591100%8
RN Director of Nursing3031,0746673%8.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0771,0157987%6.6
Administrator1128326571%7.9
Other Dietary Services Staff1017206571%11.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist1346846673%9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0336216875%6.8
Dietitian1015286571%8.1
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Dental Services Staff1015126470%8
Speech Language Pathologist0222254651%4.7
Occupational Therapy Aide0111091719%6.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0222667%4.3
Qualified Social Worker022201415%1.4
Medical Director0111622%8
Physical Therapy Aide0111033%3.3
Other Social Services Staff011411%4
46 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 100%
15 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
3 RN Director of Nursing
Coverage 73%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 207 Rank #80 / 344Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 80th out of 344 nursing homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

99 nursing-home beds (CMS) + 108 state-licensed beds.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #122 / 198Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 122nd out of 198 nursing homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
18 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #169 / 343Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 169th out of 343 nursing homes we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
64 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #224 / 302Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 224th out of 302 nursing homes we track in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 302. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
75% This home usually has availability
Lower than the California average: 82.2%
Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
238 days

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceApril 30, 2008
CountyLos Angeles
CMS Certification Number555213

Ownership & Operating Entity

Pasadena Nursing Center is legally operated by Gardena Retirement Center, Inc., and administered by Susana Fuentes.

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Pain Management
Wound CareCare for wounds such as pressure sores, surgical wounds, or ulcers, including assessment, dressing changes, and monitoring for infection.

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Psychiatric Care

Additional Services

1 service
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Contact Pasadena Nursing Center

This profile shows two inspection records, and their totals often differ. Inspection History and the Inspection Scorecard below are state data — the figures the state publishes and the state inspection reports we hold on file — covering the entire facility. CMS Health Inspection History covers only this home's Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing beds, from federal certification surveys.

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.

ALM Inspection Grade

74 / 100 Combined grade: CMS inspection data for this community's nursing-home beds and California inspection data for its state-licensed beds, weighted by bed count

How the two records combine

Nursing-home beds (CMS) · 48% of the grade C- · 70/100

12 points below the California average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100).

99 certified beds, 48% of the grade. Graded with CMS-certified facilities on the national scale.

Citations Concern

222 severity-weighted points (90 citations) · 2× higher than the typical CMS-certified CA facility (median: 95)

Enforcement Typical

1 enforcement action · above the typical CMS-certified CA facility (median: 0) · $9,113 in fines

Persistence Typical

22 days to fix issues · faster than the typical CMS-certified CA facility (median: 25)

California state-licensed beds · 52% of the grade C+ · 78/100

5 points below the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100).

108 licensed beds, 52% of the grade. Graded with California state-licensed facilities on the California scale.

Serious citations Typical

4 serious citations in 97 inspections

Moderate citations Typical

0.24 moderate citations per inspection (23 in 97 inspections) · 54% more than the typical state-licensed CA facility (median: 0.15)

Complaint visits Concern

78 complaint visits per 100 resident beds (84 across 108 beds) · 10× more than the typical state-licensed CA facility (median: 7.9)

How the final grade is calculated C · 74/100

70 × 48% + 78 × 52% = 74 / 100

The two grades are combined in proportion to the beds each record covers: 99 CMS-certified nursing-home beds (48%) and 108 California state-licensed beds (52%). The result, 74 out of 100, is a C on the same scale every ALM Inspection Grade uses.

Inspection grade: 74 out of 100, letter grade C.

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.

Overall vs. CA average 3 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (286% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (475% above)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (40% below)

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. 277.0 This facility has 286% more total citations than a typical California nursing home (27 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 286% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 43.0 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #165 / 294 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 165th out of 294 nursing homes we track in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among the 294 nursing homes in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 234.0 This facility has 475% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (23 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 475% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.30.5 This facility has 40% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.3 vs. CA avg 0.5).↓ 40% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 9719.0 This facility has had 411% more total inspections than the California average (97 vs. CA avg 19). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 411% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 846.0 This facility has had 1300% more complaint visits than the California average (84 vs. CA avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 1300% more
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 85.0 This facility has had 60% more other visits than the California average (8 vs. CA avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% more
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54.0 This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 678.0 This facility has had 738% more complaint investigations than the California average (67 vs. CA avg 8). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 738% more
Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2025 · 1 year of data · Last health inspection Jun 2026

Federal inspection data published by CMS, covering this home's Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing/nursing beds only.

Total health inspections
24 ↑ 100% · CA 12This facility: 24, 100% above the California average of 12 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
89 Rank #270 / 294Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 270th out of 294 nursing homes we track in California for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the California State average, with a ranking across all 294 CA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↑ 79% · CA 49.7This facility: 89, 79% above the California average of 49.7 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
3.71 Rank #102 / 294Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 102nd out of 294 nursing homes we track in California for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the California mean across 294 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 22% · CA 4.77This facility: 3.71, 22% below the California average of 4.77 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 89 of 89 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 89 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
1 ↑ 233% · CA 0.3This facility: 1, 233% above the California average of 0.3 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
1 ↑ 11% · CA 0.9This facility: 1, 11% above the California average of 0.9 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
87 ↑ 85% · CA 47.1This facility: 87, 85% above the California average of 47.1 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · CA 1.5This facility: 0, 100% below the California average of 1.5 (among California facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Jun 26, 2026 · 17 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 25 of 89 citations · 9 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Jun 26, 2026 17 citations
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
May 06, 2026 1 citation
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Apr 23, 2026 2 citations
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Apr 14, 2026 2 citations
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Dec 23, 2025 1 citation
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Dec 19, 2025 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Dec 09, 2025 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Nov 26, 2025 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Aug 28, 2025 1 citation
Quality of Care serious citation Corrected
Aug 15, 2025 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Jul 30, 2025 1 citation
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
May 23, 2025 15 citations
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Environmental moderate citation Corrected
Apr 19, 2025 2 citations
Quality of Care critical citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Apr 01, 2025 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
Mar 25, 2025 1 citation
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Feb 13, 2025 1 citation
Care Planning moderate citation Corrected
Feb 05, 2025 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected

Showing the 50 most recent of 89 citations.

Top deficiency categories
Share of 89 citations
Quality of Life & Care 25 deficiencies (28%)
Resident Assessment & Care Planning 15 deficiencies (17%)
Pharmacy Services 15 deficiencies (17%)
Resident Rights 12 deficiencies (13%)
Nutrition & Dietary 6 deficiencies (7%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 6 deficiencies (7%)
Infection Control 5 deficiencies (6%)
Administration 3 deficiencies (3%)
Environmental 2 deficiencies (2%)
How citations are counted

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

58 of 89 citations resulted from standard inspections; 30 of 89 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 89 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports, which cover the Medicare and/or Medicaid-certified skilled-nursing and nursing beds and no other part of the community. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

Enforcement

Penalties and fines About 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 · Data as of Oct 2026

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Latest: Apr 19, 2025 · $9,113 civil money penalty

1 fine
Apr 19, 2025 · $9,113 civil money penalty
Total fines
$9,113 ↓ 84% · CA $57KThis facility: $9,113, 84% below the California average of $56,949. Average among the 478 California facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.Rank #200 / 296Federal fines — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 200th out of 296 nursing homes we track in California for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the California average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 296 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Number of fines
1 ↓ 46% · CA 1.85This facility: 1, 46% below the California average of 1.85. Average among the 478 California facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 CA avg 0.59California average: 0.59. Average among the 478 California facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.35US average: 0.35, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the California average.

Data as of Oct 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 5 / 5 Significantly above average ↑ 18% · CA 4.2This facility: 5.0, 18% above the CA average of 4.2 (among CA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 4 / 5 Above average ↑ 13% · CA 3.5This facility: 4.0, 13% above the CA average of 3.5 (among CA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 3.5 Score · lower is better ↓ 38% · CA 5.7This facility: 3.5, 38% below the CA average of 5.7 (among CA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 5.1 Score · lower is better ↓ 47% · CA 9.5This facility: 5.1, 47% below the CA average of 9.5 (among CA facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 9 better, 2 worse, 2 near CA average

8 short-stay measures: 3 better, 2 worse, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Pasadena Nursing Center’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 289 California nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Losing money on care, but less than last year

−3.9% operating margin

+22.9 pts vs prior year

An operating loss in 8 of the last 8 reported years. Other income ($0.0M) trims the net loss to −$0.3M. Watch for cost-cutting that reaches staffing.

Does it invest in staff?

Spends less on payroll than most California homes

54.6% payroll share of revenue

CA average 61.6%Rank #133 / 289Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 133rd out of 289 nursing homes we track in California for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the California average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in California that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $0.4M while revenue rose $1.6M. A low share can mean leaner staffing; check hours per resident in the staffing section.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Sep 2026
Resident snapshot
77 residents · Sep 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 10 · 13%
Medicaid 52 · 68%
Private pay & other 15 · 19%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Typical stay

Medicare 1 - 2 months Medicaid 1 year Private pay & other 1 - 2 months

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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Pasadena's city center to Pasadena Nursing Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.82 miles to nearest hospital (Adventist Health Glendale)

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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The California average is: 61.6% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Villa Gardens ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
SNF
Pasadena
394
Facility 394
CA AVG 178
Rank #37 / 344
C--
5.45
Facility 5.45
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #24 / 291
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -34%+25%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #1 / 296
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #103 / 294
7.3
Facility 7.3
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #242 / 294
-19-
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 60
Rank #23 / 343
Front Porch Communities And Services
$10.7MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Facility $10.7MFiscal year ending 03/2025
CA AVG $17.3M
Rank #230 / 289
$14.1MFiscal year ending 03/2025
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 03/2025
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #47 / 289
131.1%Fiscal year ending 03/2025
Facility 131.1%Fiscal year ending 03/2025
CA AVG 61.6%
Rank #11 / 289
555429
St. Vincent Health Care ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Pasadena (North Central)
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 178
Rank #267 / 344
A
98.1%
Facility 98.1%
CA AVG 82.2%
Rank #9 / 302
+19%
3.78
Facility 3.78
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #206 / 291
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ -60%-13%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #1 / 296
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #191 / 294
16.7
Facility 16.7
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #294 / 294
-77-
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 60
Rank #184 / 343
Robert Barrett
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $17.3M
Rank #242 / 289
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #257 / 289
53.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 53.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG 61.6%
Rank #142 / 289
555119
Foothill Heights Care Center ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
ADC
AL
RC
SNF
Pasadena (North Central)
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 178
Rank #316 / 344
B-
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
CA AVG 82.2%
Rank #49 / 302
+15%
4.36
Facility 4.36
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #106 / 291
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ -73%0%
$9.4k
Facility $9.4k
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #205 / 296
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #226 / 294
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #81 / 294
-47A+
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 60
Rank #135 / 343
Foothill Heights Care Center LLC
$7.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $17.3M
Rank #264 / 289
$3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $3.9MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #277 / 289
49.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 49.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG 61.6%
Rank #200 / 289
555894
Brighton Care Center ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Pasadena (North Central)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 178
Rank #196 / 344
B-
88.2%
Facility 88.2%
CA AVG 82.2%
Rank #149 / 302
+7%
3.68
Facility 3.68
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #220 / 291
★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -51%-16%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #1 / 296
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #249 / 294
3.6
Facility 3.6
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #112 / 294
187-
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 60
Rank #184 / 343
Rachel Rodriquez
$13.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $13.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $17.3M
Rank #170 / 289
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #205 / 289
49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 49.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG 61.6%
Rank #204 / 289
555338
Pasadena Nursing Center ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆
NH
ADC
RC
SNF
Pasadena (North Central)
207
Facility 207
CA AVG 178
Rank #80 / 344
C
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
CA AVG 82.2%
Rank #224 / 302
-9%
4.15
Facility 4.15
CA AVG 4.36
Rank #131 / 291
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +46%-5%
$9.1k
Facility $9.1k
CA AVG $60.0k
Rank #200 / 296
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 49.7
Rank #270 / 294
3.7
Facility 3.7
CA AVG 4.8
Rank #102 / 294
281-
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 60
Rank #169 / 343
Gardena Retirement Center, Inc
$8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $8.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $17.3M
Rank #255 / 289
$4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG $9.8M
Rank #262 / 289
54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
CA AVG 61.6%
Rank #133 / 289
555213

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Pasadena Nursing Center is located in Pasadena, 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)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pasadena Nursing Center

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Pasadena Nursing Center in?
Pasadena Nursing Center is in the North Central neighborhood of Pasadena.
02 Who is the owner of Pasadena Nursing Center?
Pasadena Nursing Center is legally operated by Gardena Retirement Center, Inc., and administered by Susana Fuentes.
03 Is Pasadena Nursing Center in a walkable area?
Pasadena Nursing Center has a walk score of 64. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
04 What is the occupancy rate at Pasadena Nursing Center?
Pasadena Nursing Center's occupancy is 75%.
05 How long has Pasadena Nursing Center been in business?
Pasadena Nursing Center has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
06 Are pets allowed at Pasadena Nursing Center?
No, Pasadena Nursing Center has a no-pet policy.
07 Does Pasadena Nursing Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Pasadena Nursing Center is registered as a for-profit in CA.