Carmichael, California
Atria El Camino Gardens
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
2426 Garfield Avenue, Carmichael, CA 95608
Atria El Camino Gardens offers independent living, assisted living and memory care (branded Life Guidance) in Carmichael, California, a few blocks from the American River.
- Licensed capacity
- 325 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- October 1995
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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No recent serious complaint findings
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 0
AI summary
Atria El Camino Gardens shows 1 Type A finding and 3 Type B findings across nearly 31 years of operation, with none of those citations occurring in the past three years.
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- Track record — Over more than 30 years of licensed operation, the community has accumulated a single Type A finding (the most severe citation class, tied to resident safety or care) and three Type B findings (administrative issues like paperwork or posting requirements).
- Recent 3 years — The last three years of dated inspections and complaint visits show zero Type A or Type B citations and zero substantiated allegations, indicating a stronger recent trajectory than the lifetime total alone would suggest.
- Complaints — Of 57 lifetime allegations investigated, only 3 were substantiated (about 5%), and the 13 complaint investigations in the past three years produced no substantiated findings at all.
- Operating tenure — With nearly 31 years of continuous licensing and five inspection cycles on record, this is a long, well-established operating history that adds confidence to the clean recent record.
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #347000389
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 5
- Complaint investigation visits
- 0
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 1
- Type B citations · administrative
- 3
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
Available reports · 59
Complaint investigation
Jul 30, 2026
Complaint investigation
Jul 16, 2026
Complaint investigation
Nov 4, 2025
Facility evaluation
Nov 4, 2025
Facility evaluation
Oct 22, 2025
1–5 of 59 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$3,195 / mo
- Studios
- $3,195 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $4,195 / mo
Independent LivingStarting at$3,295 / mo
- Studios
- $3,295 / mo
- Studios
- $3,695 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $4,395 / mo
Memory CareStarting at$7,395 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $7,395 / mo
- Studios
- $7,545 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Physical therapy on-site
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobility assistance
Specialized Care
4 services
- Hospice agency partnership
- Respite / Short-term care
- Dementia care
- Cognitive learning center
Memory Care
2 services
- Dementia-certified staff
- Specialized memory care activities
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
22 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Pet Friendly
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Beauty salon / Barber
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Game room / Billiards
- Piano / Music room
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Chapel / Meditation room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
6 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- BBQ / Grill area
- Raised garden beds
Dining Options
10 features
- Professional chef
- Restaurant-style dining
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- Private Dining Room
- International cuisine
- Room service
- Outdoor / Patio dining
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Locally-inspired cuisine
- Accommodates special diets
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
2 features- Family support services
- Guest meals available
Community Services
3 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Grocery shopping & errands
Reviews
Online reputation
4.8Average RatingAveraged from 229 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the caring, tenured staff, lively activities, and dining variety, but families should ask about post-move-in rent increases and dining consistency during staffing transitions.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly highlight friendly, tenured staff (many with 10-20+ years) who know residents by name and go above and beyond, especially in memory care.
- Activities — Families consistently mention a robust and varied activity calendar, from bingo and exercise classes to outings and live entertainment, that keeps residents engaged.
- Dining — The two on-site restaurants plus a grill and snack bar are frequently praised for variety and quality, though a handful of reviews note inconsistent temperature or portion issues during periods of turnover.
- Atmosphere & grounds — Many describe the community as beautifully remodeled, clean, and homey with inviting common areas, gardens, and a lively lobby where residents socialize.
- Value & pricing — Several families who compared many communities felt Atria offered strong value and fair pricing relative to the quality received, though this was not universal.
- Financial transparency — Multiple reviewers describe unexpected or steep rent increases after move-in, so families should clarify how and when rates can rise, including at higher care levels.
- Communication — A few reviews mention slow or unresponsive follow-up from administrative staff or nurses on calls, so it's worth asking about typical response times for family inquiries.
- Dining — A small number of reviews noted a temporary dip in food quality and portion size tied to staffing shortages or kitchen turnover, worth confirming is not an ongoing issue.
- Staff & care — Occasional mentions of staffing shortages or turnover suggest families should ask about current staffing levels and how consistency is maintained, especially on weekends.
The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.
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