Los Angeles, California
Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
325 South Boyle Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90033
Sakura Gardens of Los Angeles is a senior living community in the Boyle Heights area offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care, with an East Asian cultural influence throughout daily life.
- Licensed capacity
- 183 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- July 2017
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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Findings to review
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 9
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 9
AI summary
Over nine years of licensure, Sakura Gardens has accumulated 14 Type A findings (the most severe citation class, involving resident safety or care) and 26 Type B findings (administrative or paperwork issues), with 9 of the Type A findings occurring within just the past three years.
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- Track record — The lifetime record shows 14 Type A and 26 Type B citations across 9 years of operation, a volume that stands out even for a large 183-bed community offering assisted living, memory care, and independent living.
- Recent 3 years — Rather than easing, the pattern has concentrated recently: 9 of the 14 lifetime Type A findings and 15 of the 26 Type B findings were issued in the past three years, alongside a sharp rise in inspection and complaint activity.
- Complaints — Complaint investigations have been frequent relative to routine inspections, with 17 investigations over the full period and 20 substantiated allegations, meaning roughly half of all investigated allegations were confirmed rather than cleared.
- Operating tenure — Nine years of continuous licensure gives a substantial track record to evaluate, and that history points to a sustained rather than isolated pattern of findings.
- 1.Which specific care or safety areas were cited in the recent Type A findings, and what corrective actions were verified by the state afterward?
- 2.What changes has the community made in leadership, staffing, or care protocols in response to the increase in complaint investigations over the past three years?
- 3.Of the 20 substantiated allegations, which categories were most common, and how does the community track whether corrective plans actually resolved the underlying issues?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #198602192
- 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
- 17
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 14
- Type B citations · administrative
- 26
- Substantiated allegations
- 20
Available reports · 33
Facility evaluation
Apr 3, 2026
Complaint investigation
Mar 2, 2026
Facility evaluation
Jan 6, 2026
Complaint investigation
Jan 6, 2026
Facility evaluation
Aug 5, 2025
1–5 of 33 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$3,420 / mo
- Studios
- $3,420 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $3,790 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $4,535 / mo
Financial Assistance
What is the ALW?
The Assisted Living Waiver is a Medi-Cal program that pays for assisted living care in place of a nursing home. Residents must be on Medi-Cal (no share of cost) and meet a nursing-facility level of care; only communities enrolled with the state can accept it.
Listed as a participating provider by the California Department of Health Care Services (Jan 2026 list).
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobility assistance
Specialized Care
2 services
- Hospice agency partnership
- Dementia care
Memory Care
1 service
- Dementia-certified staff
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
21 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Beauty salon / Barber
- On-site market / Store
- Piano / Music room
- Game room / Billiards
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Pet Friendly
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
6 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- Putting green / Golf
- BBQ / Grill area
Dining Options
6 features
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Restaurant-style dining
- Professional chef
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- International cuisine
Transportation
1 feature- Scheduled transportation
Family & Visitors
1 feature- Family support services
Community Services
2 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.8Average RatingAveraged from 40 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Families consistently praise Sakura Gardens for its warm Japanese cultural community and tidy, unpretentious environment, though details on staffing, dining, and pricing should be confirmed on a tour.
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- Atmosphere & grounds — Reviewers describe the community as tidy and well put together without feeling ostentatious or overly luxe.
- Daily life & dignity — A strong sense of cultural affinity, especially shared Japanese language and heritage, helps residents feel comfortable and at home.
- Staff & care — Ask the community about day-to-day staffing levels and caregiver attentiveness, since reviews don't go into detail on this.
- Value & pricing — Confirm current pricing structure and how costs may change if a resident needs a higher level of care.
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