416 North Garfield Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754
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4.2 from 24 reviews
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Overall Review of Monterey Park Convalescent Hospital
common19 reviews mention this
Staff are kind and areas stay clean
Residents and families repeatedly describe kind staff and a clean environment.
Many reviews emphasize that staff are friendly, attentive, and responsive, and that residents are treated with professionalism and compassion. Several also call out cleanliness and well-maintained common areas, along with a welcoming feel when arriving. A smaller number of reviews raise concerns about rudeness or lack of compassion during difficult moments, but overall staff behavior is one of the most consistent themes.
common6 reviews mention this
Rehab and therapy support recovery
Rehabilitation care stands out for helping residents regain strength.
Multiple reviews describe positive experiences with therapy, including physical and occupational therapy, and say guidance helped them recover faster or rebuild confidence. Families mention staff coming to rooms frequently, helping coordinate care needs, and supporting day-to-day progress during rehab. The consistent message is that therapy teams take an active role in recovery rather than only providing routine assistance.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Dementia care is a concern
Residents with dementia-related behaviors can face inconsistent support.
One reviewer who says their loved one had dementia describes problems with staff training and managing dementia-related behaviors, including sundown-syndrome concerns and after-hours calls. Another reviewer, however, says staff understood the dementia condition and continued to handle difficult moments with patience. Taken together, reviews suggest dementia care support may vary depending on the situation and staffing readiness.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Communication during transitions needs work
A few reviews describe major issues with transition communication.
Some families report trouble with follow-through after discharge, including documentation not being started as promised and delays that affected support services. Others describe being unaware of a transfer until after it happened, even when they were listed as a decision-maker. These concerns point to gaps in how information is shared and handled during moves and post-discharge steps.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
89 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (16 miles away)
Long Beach (Daugherty) (17 miles away)
Los Angeles International (18 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Parks
Barnes Memorial Park (0.7 miles)
Granada Park (1.3 miles)
Almansor Park (1.4 miles)
George E. Elder Memorial Park (1.8 miles)
Alhambra Park (2.5 miles)
Rosemead Park (3.4 miles)
Garfield Park (3.6 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (1.2 miles)
Subway (1.5 miles)
McDonald's (2.1 miles)
McDonald's (2.4 miles)
McDonald's (2.5 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (2.8 miles)
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (4.7 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Rite Aid (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
Cafes
Panera Bread (2.1 miles)
Bopomofo Cafe (2.5 miles)
Charlie's Coffee House (4.1 miles)
Starbucks (4.7 miles)
Starbucks (5.9 miles)
Flo's Coffee Shop (6.3 miles)
Panera Bread (6.3 miles)
Hospitals
Prado Center (2.4 miles)
Beverly Hospital (3.8 miles)
Usc-Norris Cancer Hospital (4.7 miles)
LAC+USC Inpatient Tower (4.9 miles)
Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu (5 miles)
Del Rio Convalescent Center (6.6 miles)
Methodist Hospital of Southern California (6.6 miles)
Places of Worship
San Marino Community Church Nursery School (3.4 miles)
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