Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Los Angeles, CA

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Los Angeles, CA

325 S Boyle Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90033 View map

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Overview of Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles

Located in the heart of Los Angeles, Sakura Gardens is a beautiful community that provides a kind of service considered to be top-notch care and comfortable for residents of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite services. Management and staff ensure that there’s always something for everyone. Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is indeed a vibrant community that is warm and welcoming to its residents, making families of residents feel secure in knowing that their loved ones are getting the best care they can get.

The luxurious senior living community houses state-of-the-art amenities such as their beautiful common areas, dining areas, bedrooms, and fitness center, indoor atrium, computer or media center, movie room, and meeting room; these are among the thoughtfully designed features included in the building that provide help for seniors to find everything they may need. The community encourages an active lifestyle for their residents so as to cultivate their mental and physical abilities– arts and crafts with art classes, golf course or putting green, Live Well programs, day trips and outings, and live dance or theatre programs.

183-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

8 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 91 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

68%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

125 / 183

Average residents per home in California 87 per day

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJuly 24, 2017

CountyLos Angeles

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is legally operated by Pacifica Sl Boyle Llc; Northstar Senior Living Inc, and administrated by Jina Maleksarkissians.

What does this home offer?

Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

Housing Options: 1 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care

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Since 2021 · 5 years of data 38 citations 37 total visits 18 complaint visits 5 official inspections 12 complaint investigations

Inspection Scorecard 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.

Since 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection August 5, 2025 Annual Inspection

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	38	10	This facility has 280% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (38 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 280% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	13	—	—
Moderate citations (Type B) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	25	—	—
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	7.6	2	This facility has 280% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (7.6 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 280% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	1	3.3	This facility has 70% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 70% better

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

Metric	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	37	16	This facility has 131% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (37 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 131% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	18	13	This facility has 38% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 38% worse
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	14	7	This facility has 100% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 100% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	5	4	This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	12	10	This facility has 20% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 20% worse

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

Sakura Gardens at Los Angeles has a mixed inspection record marked by repeated deficiencies in staff training, emergency preparedness, and environmental safety. The most recent inspection on August 5, 2025, cited eight deficiencies including missing health screenings, expired staff certifications, an inoperable backup generator, and lack of recent emergency drills. Prior investigations substantiated issues with hot water temperature, medication administration errors, and failure to maintain a safe environment, with some penalties imposed and ongoing concerns about facility repairs and resident care.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is located in Los Angeles, 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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

1.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Los Angeles's city center to Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.65 miles to nearest hospital (PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital)

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What neighborhood is Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles in?

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Who is the owner of Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles?

The legal owner and operator of Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is Pacifica Sl Boyle Llc; Northstar Senior Living Inc.

Is Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles in a walkable area?

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles?

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles's occupancy is 68%.

Who is the administrator of Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles?

Jina Maleksarkissians is the administrator of Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles.

How many beds does Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles have?

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles has 183 beds.

Has Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles has had 38 recently reported deficiencies.

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