Melrose Chateau
State licensed819 N Poinsettia Pl, 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 Villas
Los Angeles, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 31, 2026, 17 citations since 2021
About Melrose Villas
Melrose Villas brings personalized assisted living to Los Angeles, California, where experienced staff support daily activities and healthcare needs. Our community prioritizes dignity and independence for each resident, creating a home-like environment that honors individual preferences and routines.
Community at a glance
Capacity
68 residents
State license
#197609076, Licensed
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
823 N Poinsettia Place, Los Angeles, California 90046
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Melrose Villas. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Melrose Villas on August 31, 2026.
Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 36 complaint visits and 7 other visits.
Inspectors issued 3 Type A citations and 14 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 30 complaints, and found 11 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Aug 31, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
3
Type B citations
14
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 36 | 1 | 9 |
| Other visits | 7 | 2 | 5 |
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 29, 2025, Jun 20, 2024, Apr 18, 2022.
Complaints
- August 19, 20263 unsubstantiated
- July 15, 20261 unsubstantiated
- July 3, 20262 unsubstantiated
- June 4, 20261 unsubstantiated
- May 11, 20261 unsubstantiated
- May 4, 20264 unsubstantiated
- May 4, 20261 allegation substantiated, 5 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- April 27, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- April 20, 20262 unsubstantiated
- April 2, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- January 28, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- January 15, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
Showing the 12 most recent of 30.
- 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
- 197609076
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 68 residents
- Licensed since
- April 26, 2018
- Licensee
- Melrose Villas Inc
- Administrator
- Allen, Candis
Location
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823 N Poinsettia PlaceLos Angeles, CA 90046
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Melrose Villas had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Melrose Villas 3 Type A citations and 14 Type B citations since October 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 Melrose Villas last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 31, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Melrose Villas?+
The state investigated 30 complaints since October 2021. Of the allegations, 11 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 56 unsubstantiated and 3 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.