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HomeCaliforniaGardena Convalescent Center

Gardena Convalescent Center

14819 S. Vermont, Gardena, CA 902473105329460WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.6on Google(89 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
74
certified

How Gardena Convalescent Center Compares in California

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
3/5
CA average
3.2/5
Close to state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
CA average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
4/5
CA average
3.3/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.17 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.39 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
25.4%
CA average
36.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Reported nursing time is 4.17 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.52.
Reported RN time is 0.39 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.67.
Staff turnover is 25.4%, lower than the California average of 36.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
28
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 24, 2025
Most recent cycle
12
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 13, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 16 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
California median
Private Room
$13,870/mo
California median
Los Angeles County 65+
1,415,856
14.2% of county
County Population
9,936,690
Los Angeles County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Gardena Convalescent Center is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Gardena, California with 74 certified beds. It has been operating since 1970. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
74
Avg Residents/Day
59.7
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 30, 1970
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Los Angeles
Last Inspection
Mar 13, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12
Weighted Score
83.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (50)

F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: May 29, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0638Potential for Harm

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 13, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 9, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0726Potential for Harm

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Survey: Mar 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0636Potential for Harm

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Survey: Jan 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jan 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jan 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0555Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0636Potential for Harm

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0688Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jan 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 20 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.49 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.28 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.39 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.17 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.72 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
25.4%
RN Turnover
20.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (31)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BARRY & ESTHER WEISS LIVING TRUST U/T/D OCTOBER 15, 19845% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization10%Aug 15, 2008
GAVRIELLE FRIED EXEMPT TRUST UNDER THE GAVRIELLE FRIED FAMILY 2008 GRA5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization23%Aug 16, 2008
MARVIN FRIED EXEMPT TRUST UNDER THE GAVRIELLE FRIED FAMILY 2008 GRA5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization23%Aug 15, 2008
SHIMSON WEISS EXEMPT TRUST UNDER THE SHIMSON WEISS FAMILY 2008 GRANTOR5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization23%Aug 15, 2008
AUSTRIA, HEIDIMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AApr 13, 2016
HOVHANNISYAN, ARMENMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AAug 1, 2014
WEISS, JONAHMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/ANov 16, 2012
WEISS, REBECCAMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AJul 1, 2003
WEISS, ESTHERCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 14, 2004
WEISS, BARRYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 14, 2004
WEISS, ESTHERCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 14, 2004
CLEAR ADVANTAGE CONSULTING, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 2, 2018
COLLEGE HEALTH ENTERPRISES, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 2003
AUSTRIA, HEIDIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 13, 2016
HOVHANNISYAN, ARMENOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 1, 2014
WEISS, BARRYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJan 14, 2004
WEISS, JONAHOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 16, 2012
WEISS, REBECCAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 1, 2003
BARRY & ESTHER WEISS LIVING TRUST U/T/D OCTOBER 15, 1984ADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AAug 15, 2008
CLEAR ADVANTAGE CONSULTING, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ANov 11, 2025
COLLEGE HEALTH ENTERPRISES, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ANov 11, 2025
GAVRIELLE FRIED EXEMPT TRUST UNDER THE GAVRIELLE FRIED FAMILY 2008 GRAADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AAug 15, 2008
HANSEN HUNTER LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2022
LTC INVESTORS G, LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AFeb 7, 2006
MARVIN FRIED EXEMPT TRUST UNDER THE GAVRIELLE FRIED FAMILY 2008 GRAADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AAug 15, 2008
SHIMSON WEISS EXEMPT TRUST UNDER THE SHIMSON WEISS FAMILY 2008 GRANTORADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AAug 15, 2008
AUSTRIA, HEIDIADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AApr 13, 2016
HOVHANNISYAN, ARMENADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AAug 1, 2014
WEISS, BARRYADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJan 14, 2004
WEISS, JONAHADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ANov 16, 2012
WEISS, REBECCAADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 1, 2003

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Gardena Convalescent Center and nearby alternatives.

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Gardena Convalescent Center
Gardena, CACurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center
Gardena, CA1,056 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $17,088
Rosecrans Care Center
Gardena, CA2,112 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Memorial Hospital of Gardena D/p SNF
Gardena, CA3,168 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $12,831
Clear View Convalescent Center
Gardena, CA4,224 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Clear View Sanitarium
Gardena, CA4,224 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
West Gardena Post Acute
Gardena, CA1.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $43,004
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Gardena Convalescent Center
Gardena, CA · Current facility
—3/53/54/5None recorded
Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center
Gardena, CA
1,056 ft2/52/53/5$17,088
Rosecrans Care Center
Gardena, CA
2,112 ft3/53/53/5None recorded
Memorial Hospital of Gardena D/p SNF
Gardena, CA
3,168 ft4/54/53/5$12,831
Clear View Convalescent Center
Gardena, CA
4,224 ft5/55/54/5None recorded
Clear View Sanitarium
Gardena, CA
4,224 ft5/55/54/5None recorded
West Gardena Post Acute
Gardena, CA
1.2 mi2/52/53/5$43,004

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Gardena Convalescent Center?▾
Gardena Convalescent Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Gardena Convalescent Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in California is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $13,870/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Gardena Convalescent Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Gardena Convalescent Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Gardena Convalescent Center had 12 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 13, 2026). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Gardena Convalescent Center?▾
Gardena Convalescent Center provides 4.17 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.39 RN hours, 1.28 LPN hours, and 2.49 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 25.4%.
How many beds does Gardena Convalescent Center have?▾
Gardena Convalescent Center has 74 certified beds with an average of 59.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 81% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Gardena Convalescent Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in California, including 6 in Gardena. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Gardena Convalescent Center?▾
On Google Maps, Gardena Convalescent Center has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 89 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.