Nursing home · Pasadena, CA
Villa Gardens Health Care Unit
842 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91101 · (626) 796-8162
Villa Gardens Health Care Unit is a 54-bed nonprofit nursing home in Pasadena, California (Los Angeles County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1990. On average it cares for 43 residents a day (about 79% of its certified beds). It is part of Front Porch, a group of 9 nursing homes. It is part of a continuing care retirement community. CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 5.27 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.61 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.70 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 24% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | – | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | December 5, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 9 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Front Porch Communities and Services. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Villa Gardens Health Care Unit?
CMS rates Villa Gardens Health Care Unit 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 5 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Villa Gardens Health Care Unit have?
54 certified beds, with an average of 43 residents a day.
Does Villa Gardens Health Care Unit accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Villa Gardens Health Care Unit?
(626) 796-8162. Address: 842 East Villa Street, Pasadena, CA 91101.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).