The Gardens of El Monte
Medicare-certified5044 BUFFINGTON RD, El Monte, CA 91732
Skilled Nursing
Medicare & Medicaid certifiedSprinkler systemsResident & family councilSkilled nursing & rehabilitation+1 more
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State licensedAssisted Living
Cogswell Garden Home
El Monte, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 10, 2026, 12 citations since 2021
About Cogswell Garden Home
Cogswell Garden Home provides compassionate assisted living care in El Monte, California, where residents receive personalized support with daily activities while maintaining independence. Our trained staff focuses on dignity, comfort, and meaningful connections that help seniors thrive.
Community at a glance
Capacity
15 residents
State license
#197606347, Licensed
Location
El Monte, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
5405 N. Cogswell Road, El Monte, California 91732
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Cogswell Garden Home. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Cogswell Garden Home on September 10, 2026.
Since November 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 6 routine inspections, 6 complaint visits and 2 other visits.
Inspectors issued 4 Type A citations and 8 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 4 complaints, and found 11 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 10, 2026
Routine inspections
6
Type A citations
4
Type B citations
8
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Other visits | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Aug 13, 2026, Aug 5, 2025, Sep 5, 2024, Sep 12, 2023, Sep 8, 2022, Nov 1, 2021.
Complaints
- April 3, 20254 unsubstantiated
- May 9, 20242 unsubstantiated
- March 4, 20243 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
- August 15, 20238 allegations substantiated, 8 citations
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 197606347
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 15 residents
- Licensed since
- September 15, 2005
- Licensee
- Cogswell Garden Home, LLC
- Administrator
- Lilian C. Salmorin
Location
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5405 N. Cogswell RoadEl Monte, CA 91732
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Senior living near El Monte
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State licensed4946 Buffington Road, El Monte, CA 91732
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Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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St. Jude's Home For The Elderly II
State licensed4944 Buffington Road, El Monte, CA 91732
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Cogswell Garden Home had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Cogswell Garden Home 4 Type A citations and 8 Type B citations since November 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Cogswell Garden Home last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 10, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Cogswell Garden Home?+
The state investigated 4 complaints since November 2021. Of the allegations, 11 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 6 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.