Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Alta Gardens Care Center
13075 Blackbird Street · Garden Grove, CA 92843 · 129 certified beds
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About Alta Gardens Care Center
Alta Gardens Care Center is a nursing home in Garden Grove, California. Its capacity is 129 beds, above the Orange County median of 99 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of Windsor. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 58 citations, the most recent on March 11, 2026. CMS also lists 1 fine or payment denial against it. Nurse staffing averages 3.91 hours per resident per day. It is one of 6 nursing homes listed in Garden Grove. Residents and families can raise concerns with the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-231-4024. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
3.0Staffing
4.0Quality measures
5.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (58)
Records from September 2022 to March 2026.
March 11, 2026
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity G: isolated, actual harm. Corrected March 27, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0761Ensure 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.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0807Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
February 18, 2026
Tag F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities.
Severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected March 18, 2026.
Penalties (1)
Total fines: $8,278
February 18, 2026 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,278 against this nursing home on February 18, 2026.
Staffing
3.91 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, up from 3.83 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit
Part of Windsor, a chain of 22 nursing homes.
Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 2.5 overall, 2.1 for health inspections, 3.2 for staffing, 4.3 for quality measures.
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
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Nearby alternatives
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