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Lakewood Gardens

License 197606651Residential Care - ElderlyDowney, CA
1 citation on record

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About this facility

Operating details and county context

Operating details

Capacity
150 residents
Phone
(562) 869-4038
Address
12055 S. Lakewood Blvd.
Licensed since

Los Angeles County context

1,820*CCLD

Total facilities

4.7*CCLD

Avg citations

9.4*CCLD

Avg visits

4.1*CCLD

Avg complaint visits

*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .

Citations

1 citation on record

Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 87466Type A

    87466 Observation of the Resident The licensee shall ensure that residents are regularly observed for changes in physical, mental, emotional and social functioning and that appropriate assistance is provided when such observation reveals unmet needs. When changes such as unusual weight gains or losses or deterioration of mental ability or a physical health condition are observed, the licensee shall ensure that such changes are documented and brought to the attention of the resident's physician and the resident's responsible person, if any. Based on observations and interviews, on 11/18/2025 S1 observed R1 to have red spots on lower neck area. No evidence was provided by the facility that these observed changes were brought to the attention of R1’s physician, licensed medical professional, and/or R1’s responsible party on 11/18/2025.This poses an immediate risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of the persons in care.

Inspection record

21 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2026-05-07.

6 routine inspections, 13 complaint visits. 11 complaints on record, 2 of 11 substantiated.

1 citation across the record on file

Nearby

Other licensed assisted living facilities in Downey

FAQ

Common questions about this facility

Is Lakewood Gardens licensed in California?

Yes, Lakewood Gardens is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2006.

How many citations does Lakewood Gardens have?

Lakewood Gardens has 1 citation on record: 1 Type A (more serious) citation. It has received 21 visits (6 inspections, 13 complaint visits, 2 other visits).

When was Lakewood Gardens last inspected?

Lakewood Gardens was last inspected on May 7, 2026 (2 weeks ago). California inspects licensed assisted living facilities (RCFEs) on a periodic basis or following a complaint.

What type of assisted living facility is Lakewood Gardens?

Lakewood Gardens is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE), which is a licensed assisted living facility serving older adults with a licensed capacity of 150 residents. It is located in Downey, Los Angeles County, California.

How does Lakewood Gardens compare to other assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County?

Lakewood Gardens has 1 citations, which is below the county average of 4.7 citations per facility. There are 1,820 assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County.

Does Lakewood Gardens have any serious violations?

Lakewood Gardens has 1 Type A citation on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to residents. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.

Has Lakewood Gardens had any complaint inspections?

Lakewood Gardens has received 13 complaint-triggered inspections. 2 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.

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