La Sierra Gardens is a residential care home located in Riverside, California, providing a supportive and enriching environment for seniors seeking assistance with daily living activities. This community stands out for its commitment to offering residents a holistic experience that balances nutritional wellness, engaging activities, and a warm, friendly atmosphere. The staff at La Sierra Gardens ensure that each resident enjoys a sense of comfort and belonging, with care tailored to individual needs within a homelike setting.
One of the main highlights of life at La Sierra Gardens is the attention given to meals and dining. The culinary team and meal planners prioritize nutritious and delicious options, preparing dishes that offer the right balance of vitamins and minerals while also focusing on flavor and presentation. Meals are designed not only to support the overall health of residents but to provide enjoyment and an opportunity to gather together, fostering a sense of community and anticipation around dining experiences.
Engagement and enrichment go beyond just daily care at La Sierra Gardens. The community is dedicated to offering a robust schedule of activities that support social, physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Residents have the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs that are designed to keep them active, connected, and inspired. These activities reflect an understanding of the vital importance of maintaining an active lifestyle and meaningful relationships, which are essential for seniors’ quality of life.
Above all, the culture at La Sierra Gardens is characterized by its friendly and caring spirit. The staff is recognized for their helpfulness, joyfulness, and kindness, cultivating a welcoming atmosphere that benefits both residents and visitors. Their approachability and commitment to creating positive interactions contribute to making La Sierra Gardens not just a place to live, but a true home for those who reside there.
With a focus on nutritious dining, engaging activities, and a warm, supportive environment, La Sierra Gardens strives to provide seniors with a high quality of life and peace of mind. Each aspect of daily living is considered, ensuring residents can enjoy their days fully while receiving the care and attention they deserve.
People often ask...
La Sierra Gardens offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,322 per month.
La Sierra Gardens offers assisted living and board and care.
The full address for this community is 4846 Doane Avenue, Riverside, CA 92505, USA.
Yes, La Sierra Gardens 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
36
Inspections
32
Type A Citations
4
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
17 Jul 2023
17 Jul 2023
LPA found allegations of lack of supervision and failure to notify the authorized representative unsubstantiated due to insufficient evidence.
22 May 2023
22 May 2023
Confirmed resident developed maggot-infested wounds and did not receive necessary bathing assistance, both issues due to the failure of staff to provide appropriate care and documentation.
§ 87468.2(a)(4)
§ 87464(f)(1)
21 Jul 2021
21 Jul 2021
Confirmed failure to provide medical care and inability to reach the administrator.
§ 87465(a)
§ 87405(a)
24 Jun 2021
24 Jun 2021
Confirmed financial abuse allegations were unsubstantiated, while lack of supervision by former owners was validated.
§ 87205(a)
15 Apr 2021
15 Apr 2021
LPAs conducted a closure visit, ensuring all residents had been relocated, and the license was effectively closed.
06 Apr 2021
06 Apr 2021
Confirmed staff not assisting resident with hygiene needs based on interviews, but found medication distribution as prescribed.
§ 87464(f)(4)
08 Mar 2021
08 Mar 2021
Confirmed allegations of possible physical abuse were investigated during the unannounced visit by the Licensing Program Analyst. No imminent health and safety concerns were observed during the inspection.
04 Mar 2021
04 Mar 2021
Confirmed no health and safety concerns observed during the visit. Residents being relocated at the time of inspection.
24 Feb 2021
24 Feb 2021
Confirmed substantial probability of imminent danger to residents, resulting in appointment of temporary manager due to absence of licensee and uncooperative behavior.
23 Feb 2021
23 Feb 2021
No health and safety concerns were observed during the visit.
22 Feb 2021
22 Feb 2021
Conducted visit, observed no health or safety concerns. Met with caregiver, discussed reason for visit.
21 Feb 2021
21 Feb 2021
Confirmed compliance with health and safety regulations during the visit. Residents confirmed their needs were being met.
20 Feb 2021
20 Feb 2021
Confirmed no health and safety concerns, adequate supplies, and residents' basic needs being met.
19 Feb 2021
19 Feb 2021
Identified deficiencies during the visit and cited accordingly. Residents will be relocated.
§ 87405(a)
08 Feb 2021
08 Feb 2021
Confirmed no health and safety concerns during virtual tour. Residents doing well.
09 Dec 2020
09 Dec 2020
Visited facility with ten residents, no hospice care needed. No health and safety concerns observed. Property owner informed of impending closure, will provide care until relocation or new license issued.
19 Nov 2020
19 Nov 2020
Visited by Licensing Program Analyst for case management, allegations posted in common area, facility planned to close, residents had no concerns, no immediate health or safety issues observed.
06 Nov 2020
06 Nov 2020
Contact was made with the facility to discuss relocation plans for residents and the need to provide names and locations to the department.
27 Oct 2020
27 Oct 2020
Identified violations with notification requirements and issued civil penalties for non-compliance. Penalty of $100/day, not to exceed $5,000, until violations corrected.
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20 Aug 2020
20 Aug 2020
Confirmed allegations of staff not feeding a resident and staff taking money from a resident's bank account were unsubstantiated. Medical needs of a resident were found to be regularly met.
20 Aug 2020
20 Aug 2020
Reviewed allegations of staff hitting residents, inadequate meal service, and financial abuse. No evidence to support these claims.
30 Jul 2020
30 Jul 2020
Investigated an allegation of a resident being verbally evicted; due to conflicting interviews, lacked sufficient evidence to confirm the claim.
29 Jul 2020
29 Jul 2020
Confirmed that staff are providing adequate care for residents. Found no evidence of inappropriate comments made by staff in front of residents.
23 Jun 2020
23 Jun 2020
Confirmed findings: Allegation of verbal abuse and neglect towards a resident were not substantiated. Staff were found to be assisting residents with daily needs appropriately. A claim regarding the lack of a hoyer lift for transferring residents was also not substantiated.
17 Mar 2020
17 Mar 2020
Identified deficiencies were not corrected by the due date, resulting in the issuance of a civil penalty.
12 Mar 2020
12 Mar 2020
Identified deficiencies in resident care and accommodations were not corrected during the follow-up inspection.
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06 Feb 2020
06 Feb 2020
Confirmed allegation of failure to provide supervision for a fall-risk resident who left the facility unsupervised.
§ 87464(f)(1)
06 Feb 2020
06 Feb 2020
Identified deficiencies in cleanliness and sanitation, failure to report incidents, and inability to correct issues within specified timeframes. Civil penalties assessed and will continue until issues are resolved.
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08 Jan 2020
08 Jan 2020
Identified deficiencies and immediate health and safety risks at the facility during the visit.
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08 Jan 2020
08 Jan 2020
Found that the allegation regarding the cable service and laundry facilities not working for a period of time was substantiated, but the allegation regarding the laundry service being provided off-site was unsubstantiated.
§ 87303(a)(1)
18 Dec 2019
18 Dec 2019
Confirmed neglect of a resident resulting in a maggot infested wound and failure to observe changes in the resident's condition. Identified a violation for admitting a resident with a prohibited health condition without proper medical services in place.
§ 87466
§ 87411(a)
§ 87411(a)
18 Dec 2019
18 Dec 2019
Identified failure to report hospitalized residents and admission of residents with prohibited health conditions, posing immediate health and safety risks to residents in care.
§ 87628
§ 87615
§ 87211
22 Oct 2019
22 Oct 2019
Found noncompliance with maintenance regulations and observed broken furniture and insect infestations at the facility.
§ 87303(1)(a)
§ 87555(b)(27)
22 Oct 2019
22 Oct 2019
Identified deficiencies in operations and care for residents due to lack of presence and oversight by the administrator. Residents were not receiving scheduled services and staff were unable to provide required documentation.
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08 Oct 2019
08 Oct 2019
Identified deficiencies in safety, staffing, medication management, resident records, and cleanliness during inspection.
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08 Oct 2019
08 Oct 2019
Confirmed a bed bug infestation and failure to report resident injuries.