Melrose Villas
State licensed823 N Poinsettia Place, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Melrose Chateau
Los Angeles, CaliforniaState inspected May 11, 2026, 6 citations since 2022
About Melrose Chateau
Melrose Chateau brings personalized assisted living to Los Angeles with compassionate support for daily activities and healthcare needs. Our California community focuses on maintaining independence while ensuring safety and comfort for residents who need extra help managing their homes.
Community at a glance
Capacity
12 residents
State license
#197609724, Licensed
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
819 N Poinsettia Pl, Los Angeles, California 90046
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Melrose Chateau. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Melrose Chateau on May 11, 2026.
Since March 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 6 complaint visits and 1 other visit.
Inspectors issued 2 Type A citations and 4 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 4 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
May 11, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
2
Type B citations
4
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 6 | 1 | 4 |
| Other visits | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on May 11, 2026, May 20, 2025, Jun 17, 2024, Mar 16, 2022.
Complaints
- January 21, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- May 17, 20232 unsubstantiated
- August 22, 20221 allegation substantiated, 2 citations
- March 16, 20222 allegations substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 2 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
- 197609724
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 12 residents
- Licensed since
- April 17, 2019
- Licensee
- Melrose Villas, Inc.
- Administrator
- Allen, Candis
Location
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819 N Poinsettia PlLos Angeles, CA 90046
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Melrose Chateau had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Melrose Chateau 2 Type A citations and 4 Type B citations since March 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Melrose Chateau last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on May 11, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Melrose Chateau?+
The state investigated 4 complaints since March 2022. Of the allegations, 4 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 4 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.