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The Californian-Pasadena

120 Bellefontaine Street, Pasadena, CA 91105

Memory Care Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,973

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,005
  • Average State Price: $5,647
  • Average National Price: $5,673


  • The Californian-Pasadena Description

    The Californian-Pasadena is a community that offers memory care, nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the town of South Pasadena, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 6 out of 10 making it the 31st highest rated community in the city out of 33 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 4 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    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

    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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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    6.6
    The Californian-Pasadena
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 36 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 27 out of 34 communities in Pasadena
  • Ranking in State: 2962 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining B

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

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

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Several reviews highlight poor response times from nursing or assistant staff, with instances of neglect and unprofessional behavior reported.
    • Concerns about the quality of care, including medication errors, dietary issues, and overall nursing care.
    • Some reviewers noted poor room cleanliness and infection control practices.
    • Instances of perceived abuse and lack of professionalism by certain staff members were mentioned, with specific complaints about unattended call lights and inappropriate handling of patients.
    • However, there are positive remarks about the physical therapy staff and some individual staff members who were praised for their caring and professional approach.
    • One reviewer had a positive experience, commending the staff for their fantastic care and contributing to a pleasant recovery stay.
    • Professionalism and kindness from the administrative team were acknowledged, with appreciation for their dedication over several years.

    Overall, the reviews present a mixed picture, with significant concerns about the quality of care and staff behavior, alongside some positive experiences and commendations for specific staff members and departments.


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    Health

    IV Therapy

    Rehabilitation Services

    Blood Glucose Monitoring

    Skilled Nursing Care

    Skilled Nursing Services

    Diabetes Management


    Services

    Toileting

    Dressing and Grooming

    Care Planning

    Wellness

    Fitness Activities

    Individualized Treatment Plans


    Activities

    Birthday Parties

    Exercise

    Games

    Daily Activities

    Volunteer Programs

    Outings


    Community Amenities

    Social Services Staff

    Registered Dietitian

    Medical Director

    Therapists

    Security


    Room Amenities

    Home-like Environment

    Activities of Daily Living


    Dining

    Registered Dietitian

    Enteral Feeding Program


    Transportation

    Transportation Services

    Transportation to Appointments



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 4
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 2
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Jan. 1, 1967
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare
    Nursing home capacity: 82
    Total current residents: 41
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: None


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 2
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 F Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 F Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 D Services Deficiencies Enure that solid fuel-burning fireplaces are not in patient sleeping areas.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2023-02-01 2023-03-02 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-04-05 2019-05-03 D Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2019-04-05 2019-05-03 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2019-04-05 2019-05-03 D Smoke Deficiencies Construct fire resistant interior walls.
    2019-04-05 2019-05-03 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2019-04-05 2019-05-03 D Services Deficiencies Enure that solid fuel-burning fireplaces are not in patient sleeping areas.
    2019-04-05 2019-05-03 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-03-30 2018-04-20 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-05-02 2023-05-24 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies 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.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 E Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 D Administration Deficiencies Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
    2023-02-03 2023-03-07 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-01 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-01 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-01 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-01 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-01 D Administration Deficiencies Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
    2019-04-04 2019-05-01 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-08-05 2020-08-25 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-03-11 2021-03-23 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-02-10 2021-05-10 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 E Resident Rights Deficiencies The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 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.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-03-28 2018-04-27 E Infection Control Deficiencies Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is South Pasadena which is 1.1 miles away and has a population of 26,151 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $286,209, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 83
      • Low Temperature: 58
      • Average Temperature: 70.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 46 days of rain and 318 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 37.6 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 3.25% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 28.67% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 13% Asian, 9% Black or African-American, 30% Hispanic or Latino, and 44% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.89 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.54 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.9 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.2 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
    0.4 miles away
    Trader Joe's
    0.4 miles away
    Whole Foods Market
    0.5 miles away
    Bristol Farms
    0.9 miles away
    Ralphs
    1.0 miles away

    Transportation

    Fillmore
    0.3 miles away
    Del Mar
    0.8 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Green St & Terrace Dr
    1.0 miles away
    Pasadena Ave & Colorado Blvd
    1.0 miles away
    Green St & Orange Grove Blvd
    1.0 miles away
    Colorado / De Lacey
    1.0 miles away
    Pasadena ARTS
    1.0 miles away

    Banks

    Central Credit Union
    0.2 miles away
    Citibank
    0.3 miles away
    Bank of America
    0.3 miles away
    EastWest Unibank
    1.1 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Huntington Hospital
    0.0 miles away
    Alhambra Hospital Medical Center
    2.8 miles away
    San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
    3.4 miles away
    EndoCare Center, Endodontic Office of Dr. John Yu
    3.4 miles away
    Las Encinas Hospital
    3.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.3 miles away
    Fair Oaks Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    Rite Aid
    1.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.2 miles away
    CVS
    2.9 miles away

    Dentists

    City Dental
    1.0 miles away
    Pasadena Dentistry
    1.4 miles away
    Dental Center of Highland Park
    2.6 miles away
    M&M Dental
    2.8 miles away
    EndoCare Center, Endodontic Office of Dr. John Yu
    3.4 miles away

    Parks

    Pasadena
    0.1 miles away
    Arlington Garden
    0.2 miles away
    Singer Park
    0.3 miles away
    Allendale Park
    0.5 miles away
    Legion Park
    0.6 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Thien Hau Temple
    6.9 miles away
    La Iglesia de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles
    7.1 miles away
    Wilshire Boulevard Temple
    9.9 miles away
    First Congregational Church
    25.0 miles away

    Shopping

    The Colonnade Mall
    1.3 miles away
    Strip Mall
    3.9 miles away
    Eagle Rock Plaza
    4.1 miles away
    Westfield Santa Anita Mall
    5.7 miles away
    The Exchange
    5.8 miles away

    Culture

    Ambassador Auditorium
    0.9 miles away
    Pasadena Civic Auditorium
    1.0 miles away
    Space
    1.1 miles away
    Raymond Renaissance Theater
    1.2 miles away
    Armory Center for the Arts
    1.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    El Cholo Spanish Cafe
    0.2 miles away
    Buffalo Wild Wings
    0.3 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    0.3 miles away
    IHOP
    0.3 miles away
    Pitfire Artisan Pizza
    0.4 miles away

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