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Gem Transitional in Pasadena, CA

Gem Transitional is a nursing home community in Pasadena, CA.

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Gem Transitional in Pasadena, CA

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  • Interior

    A cozy waiting area featuring comfortable chairs, a decorative table, and houseplants.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with red bedding and elegant decor, featuring a lamp and indoor plants.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a striped sofa, two patterned chairs, a small glass table with a potted plant, and window shutters.

  • Building

    A charming building surrounded by lush gardens and colorful flowers.

  • Architecture

    A residential building with a well-maintained garden featuring flowers and trees.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy and elegantly decorated bedroom featuring a brown bed, artistic wall decor, and a touch of natural light.

  • Trees

    A serene courtyard with trees and outdoor seating, inviting relaxation in a sunlit environment.

  • Dining

    An elderly couple enjoying a conversation over tea in a cozy setting.

  • Landscaping

    A view of an urban landscape featuring palm trees and a cloudy sky.

  • Garden

    A beautiful garden scene featuring a unique tree and blooming flowers.

  • Entrance

    The entrance of a building featuring a pair of lion statues flanking the door.

  • Exterior

    A view of the GEM Transitional Care Center, showcasing its distinct signage and architectural design.

  • Nature

    A vibrant garden scene featuring a tree and blooming roses under sunny skies.

  • Urban

    An urban scene featuring a building with power lines overhead against a cloudy sky.

716 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105

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3.2 from 33 reviews
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Overall Review of Gem Transitional

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is mixed

Residents and visitors describe a wide gap between very clean spaces and dirty, unsanitary conditions.

Multiple reviewers say the facility is very clean, including clean rooms and a well-kept overall feel. Others describe dirty conditions like rusted fixtures, dirty or smelly areas, roaches, and dirty linens or trash left in back areas. A visitor also mentioned the space can feel dark and depressing in some situations. Overall, cleanliness comes up strongly, but not consistently.

common 14 reviews mention this

Staff compassion stands out

Many reviewers describe staff members as caring, respectful, and attentive to residents.

A recurring theme is staff kindness—reviewers mention warm welcoming, going the extra mile, and treating residents with dignity. Several families singled out communication and updates from the nursing team, along with respectful nursing assistant support. At the same time, some negative reviews describe a lack of compassion or poor responsiveness when help is needed. Taken together, reviewers paint a compassionate picture in many experiences, but there are also serious reports about how care falls short.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Safety and accountability concerns

Some families report safety issues, including falls and trouble getting reliable follow-through.

Several reviews describe serious incidents tied to day-to-day safety—one reviewer recounted a patient being found on the floor, and another described falls from bed. Another account describes a fall after being left alone, followed by an emergency visit. Beyond incidents, some reviewers also mention accountability problems, such as difficulty contacting key staff and missing items. These concerns appear alongside strongly positive comments, but they are frequent enough to be a clear caveat.

differentiator 2 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy is a focus

Residents describe rehab therapy that helped them regain strength and mobility.

Two reviews describe therapy teams as effective, including support from physical and occupational therapy and improved mobility after a hip replacement and other challenges. One reviewer emphasizes patience and encouragement during therapy, while another credits the rehab team with helping a parent walk again. While the reviews are not uniform, the rehab experience is specifically called out as a meaningful part of the stay.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Food quality varies

Dining reviews range from generous meals to complaints about the food.

One reviewer mentioned large portions of hot meals served three times a day, saying the quantity was more than some senior appetites prefer. Another review described the food as terrible. Because only a small number of reviews talk about dining in detail, the overall impression on food quality is uneven.

  • An elderly couple enjoying a conversation over tea in a cozy setting.

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Features

Housing

  • 75 resident community capacity 75 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (13 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (13 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (20 miles away) Los Angeles International (20 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (22 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Pasadena, California, offers a convenient and vibrant community for senior living. With multiple pharmacies nearby such as CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens, access to healthcare is easily accessible. In addition, there are several hospitals within a short distance including Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu and Glendale Adventist Medical Center, ensuring quality medical care when needed. The area also boasts a variety of dining options ranging from fast food chains like McDonald's to healthier choices like Urth Caff�-Pasadena. For leisure and relaxation, there are numerous parks like Garfield Park and Lacy Park nearby where seniors can enjoy the outdoors. Additionally, there are cafes such as Charlie's Coffee House for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee. Places of worship like Saint Rita's Catholic Church provide spiritual support for residents. Overall, this neighborhood in Pasadena offers a well-rounded living experience with amenities catering to the needs of seniors.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu (0.2 miles)
  • Glendale Adventist Medical Center (4.7 miles)
  • Medical 2 unit (4.7 miles)
  • Usc-Norris Cancer Hospital (5.9 miles)
  • LAC+USC Inpatient Tower (6.2 miles)
  • Methodist Hospital of Southern California (6.2 miles)
  • Prado Center (6.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Urth Caffé-Pasadena (1.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.1 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (2.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.2 miles)

Parks

  • Garfield Park (1.3 miles)
  • Brookside Park (1.5 miles)
  • Arroyo Seco Park (1.6 miles)
  • Lacy Park (1.9 miles)
  • Alhambra Park (2.6 miles)
  • Almansor Park (3.7 miles)
  • Cleland Ave Bicentennial Park (3.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Charlie's Coffee House (1.9 miles)
  • Lavender & Honey Espresso Bar (3 miles)
  • Bopomofo Cafe (3.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.3 miles)
  • Proof Bakery (6.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • San Marino Community Church Nursery School (2.3 miles)
  • Saint Rita's Catholic Church (6.1 miles)
  • Arcadia Chinese Baptist Church (6.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Doheny Eye Center (5.7 miles)
  • Santa Anita Medical Plaza (6.1 miles)

Theaters

  • 0206 Amc Bar Santa Ani (5.8 miles)
  • AMC The Americana at Brand 18 (6.2 miles)

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