The Gardens Healthcare Center
Northridge, CA · Medicare-certified nursing home (CCN 555791) · 45 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (818) 477-4030 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Gardens Healthcare Center has a CMS overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is at the California state average of 3.16. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
The Gardens Healthcare Center reports total nurse staffing of 5.06 hours per resident per day, including 1.44 registered nurse hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 61.1% and a CMS staffing rating of 3 stars.
The Gardens Healthcare Center has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials reported by CMS. There is no abuse icon flag and no Special Focus Facility designation noted for this facility in the available data.
About this facility
The Gardens Healthcare Center is a 45-bed skilled nursing facility in Northridge, California, operated under a for-profit limited liability company structure and certified to accept Medicare. As of the latest CMS Care Compare data, the facility houses an average of 44.6 residents daily and has been certified since June 2002.
CMS assigns The Gardens Healthcare Center an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is at the California state average of 3.16. This overall score is built from four component ratings: a Health Inspection rating of 2 stars, a Quality Measures rating of 5 stars, and a Staffing rating of 3 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 5.06 per resident per day, including 1.44 registered nurse hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 61.1%.
Regarding regulatory penalties, CMS records show 0 federal fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials for this facility — no federal fines on record. There is no abuse icon flag and no Special Focus Facility designation noted in the data provided.
The Gardens Healthcare Center is part of the Aspen Skilled Healthcare chain, which operates 35 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.7 stars. CMS data indicates no change in ownership within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Gardens Healthcare Center has a CMS overall rating of 3 stars, which is at the California state average of 3.16.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
CMS data lists this facility's provider type as Medicare; for details on Medicaid acceptance, contact the facility at 8184774030 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 5.06 hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 61.1% and a staffing rating of 3 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided does not indicate an abuse icon flag or a Special Focus Facility designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Gardens Healthcare Center is certified for 45 beds and has an average daily census of 44.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit limited liability company and is part of the Aspen Skilled Healthcare chain, which includes 35 facilities with an average chain rating of 3.7 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since June 15, 2002.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Health Inspections (2 stars here), Staffing (3 stars), Quality Measures (5 stars), and an Overall rating combining these (3 stars).
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service offerings such as short-term rehab; contact the facility at 8184774030 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 8184774030 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the most current CMS data for The Gardens Healthcare Center at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/555791?state=CA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.