The Californian - Pasadena

The Californian - Pasadena is a skilled nursing facility with 82 certified beds and usually around 57 residents each day, and while Brandon Bales and Robert Siew have managed it since April 2024, with ownership interests noted for Abraham Bak and Menachem Gastwirth, the place does have a record that shows both good and bad, for example having 49 total documented deficiencies over recent inspections, including one for not planning a resident's discharge to match their needs and goals, which poses a potential for more than minimal harm, another for not keeping areas free from accident risks or ensuring enough supervision, which caused actual harm but not immediate danger, and five infection-related deficiencies that don't meet federal infection control rules, all of which are worth considering if someone wants the facts clear and upfront. The nurse turnover rate here stands at 58.3%, higher than the state average of 40%, although the registered nurse staffing level is 5.12 nurse hours per resident per day, which does go above California's state average of 4.5 hours. Folks get personal bedside TVs and dining options provided by a registered dietitian, featuring restaurant-style meals, selective menus, and special therapeutic diets, and there are staff who speak more than one language, so people from different backgrounds can feel comfortable. Residents get help with daily activities, can join in volunteer programs, and receive medical resources supported by a team that uses updated medical devices for diagnosis and care, which is helpful for those dealing with things like strokes, heart problems, diabetes, pain, or recovery from surgery, and there are services for speech therapy, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and pain management, so the care covers quite a lot. Detailed assessments, stabilization, tailored treatment programs, and transitional care are part of how they care for residents, and their emergency medical care covers a wide range of sudden needs. The atmosphere is aimed to be welcoming, and the team of doctors works together with a focus on the patient, using a teamwork approach for an inclusive treatment plan, and while the facility offers modern equipment and care for people with different medical challenges, it's important to weigh the facility's record of deficiencies and turnover alongside its care services.