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Lakewood Gardens
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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
1,851*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
6 citations 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.
2026
- 87466Type A
Regular observation and documentation of resident changes
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.
2025
- 87468.1(a)(2)Type A
Safe, healthful, comfortable accommodations
87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights:(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. Based on observations and interviews licensee did not ensure, R1 was fee and clear of scabies in facility which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of the persons in care.
- 87466Type A
Regular observation and documentation of resident changes
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 licensee did not ensure, R1 was checked for a change of conditon like rashes on body which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety, and personal rights of the persons in care.
- 87468.1(a)(2)Type A
Safe, healthful, comfortable accommodations
87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights:(2) To be accorded safe, healthful and comfortable accommodations, furnishings and equipment. Based on interviews conducted and documents review R1 received wrong medication which poses an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights to the persons in care.
2022
- 87705(f)(2)Type A
Fire approval and staff access to unlock systems
87705 Care of Persons with Dementia (f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia:(2) Over-the-counter medication, nutritional supplements or vitamins, alcohol, ...gardening supplies, cleaning supplies and disinfectants.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed Disinfectant Spray in resident room 74. Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 87303(a)Type A
Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition
87303 Maintenance and Operation (a)The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: LPA observed room 35 bathroom with no hot water. LPA observed bathroom in room 40 with a hole in the sink. Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Inspection record
21 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2026-06-12.
5 routine inspections, 13 complaint visits. 11 complaints on record, 2 of 11 substantiated.
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint2 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
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- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- OtherNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Other2 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
6 citations 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 6 citations on record: 6 Type A (more serious) citations. It has received 21 visits (5 inspections, 13 complaint visits, 3 other visits).
When was Lakewood Gardens last inspected?
Lakewood Gardens was last inspected on June 12, 2026 (4 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 6 citations. The county average is 4.7 citations per facility. There are 1,851 assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County.
Does Lakewood Gardens have any serious violations?
Lakewood Gardens has 6 Type A citations 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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