I found the place very clean and the staff consistently friendly, helpful and accommodating. Rooms and furnishings were mixed - some spacious and bright, others small, dark and dated - and the dining area often felt confined and uninviting (though a few units offered open, light dining and in-room meals). Staffing seemed inconsistent, parking is difficult, and there's a noticeable smell from the outdoor smoking area; it's well-kept and good value for some, but not the private-room/level of care I want.
Woodruff Care sits right on Woodruff Avenue in Bellflower, California, with a minimum resident age of 55 years old, and offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, nursing home services, and rehabilitation care, all under one roof, so folks have a lot of choices for what fits best with their needs as time goes on. The place has space for up to 88 residents, with options for studios, single private rooms, and semi-private shared rooms all furnished, and those rooms come with emergency pull cords, a closet, furniture, a heater, and a ceiling fan, which can make things feel safe and homey, plus bathrooms-sometimes private, sometimes shared, depending on the type of room picked. People at Woodruff Care get three meals a day and snacks, planned by a dietitian, which takes the worry out of cooking, and there's transportation at no cost to help folks get to medical appointments or do some shopping, which makes getting around easier for everyone who lives there.
The staff at Woodruff Care include a doctor on call and 24-hour awake team members, so someone's always nearby when needed, whether that's for medication management, help with bathing and dressing, or getting from a bed into a wheelchair, and they can help with diabetic care, checking blood sugars, and provide incontinence care as long as residents can manage some parts themselves. There's a 12-16 hour nursing care window each day, a 24-hour call system for emergencies, and personalized care plans based on what each person needs, which is good to know for peace of mind. The place also takes part in the Assisted Living Waiver Program for people with Medi-Cal, has a contract with the VA, and gives hospice care, long-term care, respite stay, and non-ambulatory care, so families don't have to worry when a higher level of care's needed.
One nice thing about Woodruff Care is the range of indoor and outdoor spaces, like backyard patios with shade, two indoor patios, a library, a game room with billiards and big screen TV, a fitness room, spa and wellness areas, and walking paths where people can have a stroll every day, and folks can relax, read, play games, or join happy hour. There's always something happening, like current events talks, music appreciation, cooking classes, a residents' council, religious devotional activities, and even outings offsite, so there's no shortage of things to fill the day or meet new people if someone's feeling social. The activity director helps plan daily happenings, and there are religious services if people want. Residents get weekly laundry and housekeeping, a commissary service, even a barber and beauty salon right in the building, which saves trips out for those basic needs.
Safety and comfort matter a great deal here, so the buildings stay clean and comfortable, with supervised common areas, vending machines for snacks, plus cable and phone hookup in every room, and a central medication room for storing medications safely. Woodruff Care's situated near Kaiser Permanente Hospital and Walgreens Pharmacy, supporting fast access to health care and medicines when those are needed. The community says it values teamwork, compassion, respect, and responsibility, and it also makes sure its employees are trained and have continuing education, with support from Human Resources. With recognition for care, activities, and friendliness from outside organizations, and a community scoring system to help families see how things are rated, Woodruff Care tries to stay focused on providing help for daily living in a way that feels supportive and thorough, without being overwhelming or fancy, and that's about what you get here: steady help in a clean, active environment, designed so people can live as independently as possible for as long as they like, no matter where they are in their health journey.
People often ask...
Woodruff Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $1,500 per month.
Woodruff Care offers assisted living.
There are 6 photos of Woodruff Care on Mirador.
The full address for this community is 16409 Woodruff Ave, Bellflower, CA, 90706.
Yes, Woodruff Care offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
67
Inspections
3
Type A Citations
14
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
03 Apr 2025
03 Apr 2025
Found insufficient evidence to confirm or deny that staff disposed of a resident’s personal belongings; although some items were missing, interviews and observations did not establish staff involvement.
30 Jan 2025
30 Jan 2025
Found that most requirements were met, including infection control, safety systems, staffing, and record-keeping. However, hot water in resident bathrooms tested below the required temperature range.
29 Aug 2024
29 Aug 2024
Investigated the allegation that staff did not obtain a resident's permission to change their medical provider, and the allegation that staff financially abused the resident. Reviewed records and interviewed residents and staff; found no evidence of a provider change without consent and no evidence of theft, with residents and staff denying the allegations.
29 Aug 2024
29 Aug 2024
Investigated allegations of staff changing resident's medical provider and financial abuse were found to be unsubstantiated after interviews with staff and residents and review of resident's file.
04 Mar 2024
04 Mar 2024
Investigated an incident in which one resident allegedly assaulted another with an ashtray pole on 10/21/2023, but there wasn’t enough evidence to determine whether it happened.
04 Mar 2024
04 Mar 2024
Investigated an incident where one resident allegedly assaulted another with an object; although the incident may have occurred, insufficient evidence determined whether the allegation could be clearly confirmed or denied.
13 Feb 2024
13 Feb 2024
Investigated the allegation that staff disposed of a resident's personal belongings and the bed bug problem; found insufficient evidence to corroborate either allegation.
13 Feb 2024
13 Feb 2024
Investigated allegations of staff throwing away residents' belongings due to bed bugs and not keeping the facility free of bed bugs, but there was not enough evidence to support the claims.
§ 87303(e)(2)
30 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2024
Identified a deficiency in medication documentation for one resident, as the MAR did not reflect medications administered on 01/29/2024. Noted general compliance in areas such as staff training, resident rights information, planned activities, food service, resident records, and disaster preparedness.
30 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2024
Found deficiencies in personnel training, resident rights information, planned activities, food service, incident documentation, resident records, disaster preparedness, and special health needs services during the inspection.
29 Jan 2024
29 Jan 2024
Found infection control practices were in place, including a COVID-19 mitigation plan and staff trained on emergency procedures, with 73 residents (60+ years old; 5 bedridden; 3 hospice) cared for by 31 staff. Identified that hot water temperatures were within the required range, fire extinguishers were current, and the administrator's license renewal had been submitted.
29 Jan 2024
29 Jan 2024
Found that the facility complied with regulations regarding infection control, operational requirements, and physical plant/environment safety.
08 Jan 2024
08 Jan 2024
Found bed bugs in several resident rooms, with pest-control treatment documented on two dates and many residents reporting related concerns. Addressed the allegations that staff sprayed insect spray while a resident was present, did not accord dignity, served meals not palatable to diabetics, and did not provide diabetic meal alternatives; no definitive evidence established due to the resident’s absence and mixed responses, though staff denied the first two and an alternate entrée policy was noted.
08 Jan 2024
08 Jan 2024
Identified a bed bug issue in a room being treated, stained pillowcase on a resident’s pillow, and missing documentation of a bed bug incident report, with concerns about adequate clean linen.
08 Jan 2024
08 Jan 2024
Identified deficiencies in personal care supplies and reporting requirements during the visit.
24 Oct 2023
24 Oct 2023
Found the allegation of insufficient staff to meet residents' needs not supported by the record, as rosters and most interviews indicated needs were being met. Found the bed bug allegation supported by pest control findings and several residents reporting bed bugs.
24 Oct 2023
24 Oct 2023
Confirmed allegations of insufficient staff to meet resident needs were unsubstantiated, while bed bug infestation was substantiated.
§ 87465(d)(3)
28 Sept 2023
28 Sept 2023
Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that staff did not administer resident medications as prescribed, and found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that staff did not provide adequate food service.
28 Sept 2023
28 Sept 2023
Investigated claims of improper medication administration and inadequate food service. Confirmed medication managed correctly and meals provided as required, with no strong evidence to support the complaints.
17 Jul 2023
17 Jul 2023
Found that the allegation of not maintaining a comfortable room temperature for residents was evidenced. Twelve rooms were checked and eight exceeded 85°F (peaking at 91°F), with residents reporting heat and discomfort, especially in sun-exposed areas.
§ 87303(b)(2)
17 Jul 2023
17 Jul 2023
Confirmed that some residents' rooms were hot and uncomfortable due to lack of air conditioning, leading to a substantiated allegation.
§ 87303(a)
22 Jun 2023
22 Jun 2023
Found that staff generally did not speak inappropriately to residents and most residents reported respectful treatment, with one resident saying staff were rude when requests were ignored in a hurry. Found that residents were not forced to sign documents, though one resident claimed not all forms were disclosed, and that rooms were cleaned daily with most residents satisfied.
22 Jun 2023
22 Jun 2023
Investigated claims that staff spoke inappropriately to residents, forced document signing, and failed to provide cleaning services; lacked sufficient evidence to confirm or deny allegations.
§ 87307(3)(c)
§ 87211(a)(d)
13 Jun 2023
13 Jun 2023
Found not enough evidence to support the allegation that staff failed to send required medical-appointment paperwork for a resident or that the doctor’s office did not receive it. Interviews and documents showed staff coordinated appointments, provided transportation, and the forms were forwarded.
13 Jun 2023
13 Jun 2023
Investigated the allegation that staff did not prevent a resident from stealing another resident's belongings. Found missing items and debit-card charges were reported, but documentation was incomplete and no corroborating proof or police report was provided, so the allegation could not be proven or disproven.
13 Jun 2023
13 Jun 2023
Investigated an allegation of a resident stealing personal belongings from another resident and found insufficient evidence to confirm or disprove the claim.
§ 87303(a)
05 Jun 2023
05 Jun 2023
Found no evidence to support the allegations that hot water was unavailable, bathrooms were dirty, soap was not provided, or residents smoked outside designated areas. Observations showed hot water in the proper temperature range, rooms cleaned daily with hygiene supplies available, and smoking occurring only in the designated back patio.
05 Jun 2023
05 Jun 2023
Determined there was insufficient evidence to support allegations of staff failing to ensure hot water availability, maintain clean bathrooms, provide soap to residents, and allowing smoking in non-designated areas.
29 Mar 2023
29 Mar 2023
Investigated the allegation that staff verbally abused residents and found no evidence to support it; staff and residents described interactions as respectful.
29 Mar 2023
29 Mar 2023
Investigated allegations of verbal abuse by staff toward residents; found insufficient evidence to confirm the claims, as interviews and documentation did not support the allegation.
14 Mar 2023
14 Mar 2023
Found multiple compliance items across infection control, safety, and resident care, including pending fire clearance, water temperatures below the required range, missing window blinds in several rooms, missing oxygen posters on some doors, and no smoking signs on resident doors. Records for residents and staff, care plans, and health services were generally in order.
14 Mar 2023
14 Mar 2023
Identified deficiencies in several areas, including infection control, staffing, physical plant safety, and resident records.
16 Feb 2023
16 Feb 2023
Found insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation that staff did not provide timely medical attention to a resident with an eye wound. Interviews suggested the resident refused treatment, and records showed weekly wound-care visits and a non-emergency hospital transport for eye care.
16 Feb 2023
16 Feb 2023
Investigated the allegation that staff did not provide timely medical attention to a resident with a wound near the eye; interviews indicated the resident refused treatment and a weekly wound-care visit occurred, resulting in insufficient evidence to prove the allegation.
16 Feb 2023
16 Feb 2023
Investigated allegation of staff not providing timely medical attention to a resident with a mass on her eye; found insufficient evidence to determine if the alleged violation occurred, as records showed the resident received wound care and frequently refused treatment.
02 Feb 2023
02 Feb 2023
Investigated two concerns: medication timing for one resident and response to call lights. Found timing inconsistencies for one resident, while most call lights were answered promptly, with one resident reporting delays.
02 Feb 2023
02 Feb 2023
Confirmed staff assisted residents with call button on time. Medication given as ordered, despite resident's preferences. Call button tested and staff responded promptly.
12 Dec 2022
12 Dec 2022
Investigated the allegation that a resident's behavior posed a risk due to excessive drinking and noncompliance with house rules, including aggression that led to police involvement. Determined the evidence did not establish that the violation occurred; no deficiencies were cited.
12 Dec 2022
12 Dec 2022
Investigated an allegation regarding a resident's behavior posing a risk due to excessive drinking and aggression; found insufficient evidence to confirm the violation occurred.
§ 87303(a)
§ 87303(e)(2)
§ 87618(b)(3)
§ 1569.695(c)
03 Nov 2022
03 Nov 2022
Found the allegation of abuse by staff during diaper changes to be unsubstantiated.
03 Nov 2022
03 Nov 2022
Investigated allegations of resident abuse and found insufficient evidence to confirm whether or not it occurred; residents generally reported feeling safe and did not witness any abuse.
21 Oct 2022
21 Oct 2022
Identified a physical altercation on 10/08/2022 between two residents, where one struck the other after a dispute over a lighter; a witness reported the incident and staff intervened. Noted psychiatric evaluations found one resident not a danger, while the other is undergoing evaluation; no deficiencies were identified.
21 Oct 2022
21 Oct 2022
Confirmed a physical altercation between two residents occurred due to a disagreement, but both residents are now getting along. No deficiencies were found during the visit.
29 Sept 2022
29 Sept 2022
Found three specific allegations—staff did not take the resident to the doctor; staff did not follow the physician’s orders; and staff did not wash residents’ clothes and sheets properly—unsubstantiated.
29 Sept 2022
29 Sept 2022
Confirmed allegations about staff not following physician's orders and improper washing of clothes/sheets were unsubstantiated, while allegations of staff not taking residents to the doctor were found to be unfounded.
14 Jun 2022
14 Jun 2022
Found that one resident struck another in the head with an aluminum cane, resulting in a half-inch scar; police were called and the individual was taken into custody. Found that staff responded quickly, separated the residents, relocated the aggressor, and medical evaluations indicated neither resident exhibited aggressive behavior; no deficiencies were found.
14 Jun 2022
14 Jun 2022
Confirmed incident between residents, one causing injury to the other. No immediate health or safety concerns noted during inspection.
17 Feb 2022
17 Feb 2022
Found no deficiencies observed. Infection control measures were in place, rooms were clean and well maintained, medications were securely stored, and staff health screenings and clearances were up to date.
17 Feb 2022
17 Feb 2022
Confirmed no deficiencies observed during the inspection.
09 Dec 2021
09 Dec 2021
Found Allegation 4 that staff did not answer call buttons promptly substantiated. Allegations 1, 2, and 3 did not meet the standard to prove they occurred.
09 Dec 2021
09 Dec 2021
Confirmed allegations of residents left in soiled diapers, staff not following physician's orders for health checks, bed linens not being changed timely, and residents' personal belongings missing. Staff were found to answer residents' call button in a timely manner.
13 Oct 2021
13 Oct 2021
Identified that the allegation that residents have head lice was supported by interviews with residents and staff, with several residents currently in treatment.
13 Oct 2021
13 Oct 2021
Confirmed presence of lice at the facility after interviews with staff and residents.
16 Sept 2021
16 Sept 2021
Investigated the allegation that staff threw away a resident’s belongings without permission; reviewed records, interviews, and room cleanup observations. Found insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
16 Sept 2021
16 Sept 2021
Investigated allegation of staff discarding residents' belongings without permission related to pest control efforts; however, sufficient evidence was not found to confirm the claim.
§ 87465(a)(2)
20 Aug 2021
20 Aug 2021
Identified an ongoing cockroach problem at the home, with residents reporting roaches in rooms and drawers. Pest control treated only common areas, not resident rooms, and records show the issue has persisted since last year, including a live roach found in the pantry.
20 Aug 2021
20 Aug 2021
Identified ongoing cockroach issue at the facility through resident interviews, staff interviews, and pest control record review. Substantiated allegation of cockroach infestation.
01 Jul 2021
01 Jul 2021
Found bedbug infestation identified based on observations and interviews with residents and staff, including a live bedbug found in a room and reports of bites.
01 Jul 2021
01 Jul 2021
Confirmed the allegation of a bed bug infestation in the facility, with pest control treatments being conducted.
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
29 Mar 2021
29 Mar 2021
Investigated the allegation of bed bugs and cockroaches; interviews and records showed ongoing pest problems with residents and staff reporting sightings and a recent bed bug treatment in eight rooms. Found evidence supporting the allegation.
29 Mar 2021
29 Mar 2021
Confirmed an infestation of bed bugs and cockroaches at the facility, with ongoing issues reported by both residents and staff.
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28 Sept 2020
28 Sept 2020
Found bed bugs in two rooms; vermin were not observed at the site; one resident was diagnosed with lice by a physician.
28 Sept 2020
28 Sept 2020
Identified bed bugs in two rooms promptly addressed, no vermin sightings or infestation evidence, and lice managed effectively; all allegations unsubstantiated due to lack of evidence.
§ 87303(a)
27 Apr 2020
27 Apr 2020
Investigated the allegation of staff denying a resident access to mobility devices; found insufficient evidence to prove the claim.
03 Jan 2020
03 Jan 2020
Found failure to follow admission agreement terms and conditions related to billing, and failure to provide copy of admission agreement to resident's responsible party.
§ 87303(a)
19 Dec 2019
19 Dec 2019
Inspected facility found no health or safety concerns for residents during the visit. Request made for notice on one resident to licensing office.
08 Oct 2019
08 Oct 2019
Confirmed allegations of insufficient staffing and failure to clean resident rooms, but found allegations related to residents choosing their own doctor and staff mismanaging medications to be unsubstantiated after interviews and record reviews conducted by licensing analysts.
