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Gardena Retirement Center

14741 S. Vermont Ave., Gardena, CA 90247

Assisted Living Memory Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(310) 327-4091

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,934

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,921
  • Average State Price: $3,737
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Gardena Retirement Center Description

    Gardena Retirement Center is a very large 108 bed community that offers assisted living and memory care and is located in Gardena, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 making it the 8th highest rated community in the city out of 1 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    6.8
    Gardena Retirement Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 18 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 9 out of 11 communities in Gardena
  • Ranking in State: 2863 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of Gardena Retirement Center offer a mixed perspective on the facility, highlighting both its strengths and areas for improvement. Some visitors and family members appreciate the center for its welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff, and the range of activities available to residents, including bingo, outings, and sing-alongs. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and personalized service, such as cooks serving meals directly to residents. Additionally, the center caters to a Japanese resident population, offering Japanese style meals and activities, which has been particularly enjoyable for those whose native tongue is Japanese.

    On the other hand, concerns have been raised about staffing levels and the quality of management, with some reviewers describing negative interactions with staff members. The physical space of the rooms and the facility's equipment are described as not very spacious and outdated by some, though others find the rooms clean and large. Despite its older building and less desirable neighborhood, many reviewers have been happy with the care provided, highlighting the caring nature of the staff and the homey feel of the facility. The center's approach to care, including its attention to safety, security, and the provision of medical services, has been reassuring to family members.

    While some reviews express dissatisfaction with aspects of the facility, including its decor and the behavior of certain staff members, others praise the quality of care, the friendly and helpful staff, and the sense of community among residents. The facility's efforts to provide a comfortable and enjoyable living environment for its residents, particularly those from the Japanese community, are well-regarded by many.


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    Health

    Bathing, Grooming and Hygiene Assistance

    Dressing Assistance

    Toileting Assistance

    Transfer Assistance

    Incontinence Management

    Diabetic Management


    Services

    Daily Housekeeping

    Weekly Personal Laundry Service

    Home Health and Hospice Agencies Collaboration


    Activities

    Multifunctional Activity Room


    Community Amenities

    Large TV Lounge

    Patio and Courtyard

    In-house Beauty and Barber Shop

    Elevator Access

    Respite Stay

    ALWP Participant


    Room Amenities

    Private Rooms

    Semi-private Rooms


    Dining

    Meal Service

    3 Daily Meals

    Snack Service

    Alternative Meals

    Special Diets

    Licensed Certified Dietician


    Transportation

    Ample Resident and Guest Parking

    Assistance in Arranging Medical Appointments and Transportation



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Gardena which is 1.1 miles away and has a population of 60,447 (large town).
    • The average income is $49,169, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 80
      • Low Temperature: 63
      • Average Temperature: 71.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 52 days of rain and 312 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.6 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 6.37 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.96 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.8 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.81 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.56 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 18.0, Moderate Days 131.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 21.0, Unhealthy Days 12.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Vons
    0.5 miles away
    ALDI
    0.8 miles away
    Food4Less 350
    1.6 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.6 miles away
    Ralphs
    1.6 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Figueroa/Compton
    0.5 miles away
    Figueroa/152nd St.
    0.5 miles away
    Gardena
    0.6 miles away
    Figueroa/Redondo
    0.6 miles away
    Rosecrans/Figueroa
    0.6 miles away

    Banks

    Chase
    1.7 miles away
    Los Angeles Federal Credit Union
    1.8 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    2.6 miles away
    Bank of the West
    2.8 miles away
    Union Bank
    3.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Memorial Hospital of Gardena
    0.3 miles away
    Kindred Hospital South Bay
    0.6 miles away
    Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital
    3.2 miles away
    Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
    4.5 miles away
    Centinela Hospital Medical Center
    4.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    2.9 miles away
    Walgreens
    3.9 miles away
    Ralphs Pharmacy
    4.1 miles away
    Rite Aid
    4.5 miles away
    Carson Discount Pharmacy
    4.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Western Dental
    3.4 miles away
    Alpine Village Dental
    3.8 miles away
    The Dental Spot
    4.1 miles away
    Redondo Beach Dental Group
    4.5 miles away
    Dr. Oh's Dentistry
    4.5 miles away

    Parks

    Rosecrans Recreation Center
    0.0 miles away
    Bell Park
    0.5 miles away
    Mas Fukai Park
    0.8 miles away
    Gardena
    1.2 miles away
    Gardena Civic Center
    1.3 miles away

    Places of Worship

    First Congregational Church
    10.4 miles away
    Wilshire Boulevard Temple
    11.4 miles away
    La Iglesia de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles
    11.4 miles away
    Thien Hau Temple
    11.8 miles away

    Shopping

    Hawthorne Plaza
    3.7 miles away
    The Village
    3.8 miles away
    Gateway Towne Center
    4.4 miles away
    Del Amo Fashion Center
    5.4 miles away
    Manhattan Village Mall
    5.8 miles away

    Culture

    University Theatre
    3.0 miles away
    APC Fine Arts & Graphics Gallery
    4.6 miles away
    Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
    4.9 miles away
    Torrance Cultural Arts Center
    5.0 miles away
    Inglewood Playhouse
    6.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Yoshinoya
    0.3 miles away
    Waba Grill
    1.1 miles away
    Otafuku
    1.5 miles away
    Wingstop
    1.5 miles away
    Little Dragon
    1.5 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of CA. It is a large-sized community with 108 total beds.

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