Ararat Convalescent Hospital
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise exceptional physical therapy and rehab services. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 43 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for those prioritizing high-quality rehabilitation, physical therapy, and a vibrant social life with great dining. While the community is exceptionally clean and welcoming, you may want to inquire about the current levels of support for floor nursing staff to ensure consistent care during busy shifts.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
43 reviews on Google“Families considering Ararat Gardens can expect a beautiful, well-maintained campus featuring lovely gardens and a peaceful atmosphere. Reviewers consistently praise the high quality of the food, the professional physical therapy team, and a staff that treats residents like family. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, one reviewer noted a need for better departmental support for floor nurses.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Exceptional physical therapy and rehab services
- High-quality, delicious dining options
- Beautifully maintained grounds and gardens
- Warm, family-like care from nursing staff
- Engaging resident activities and social events
Concerns
- Need for more departmental support for floor nurses
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 73 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the dining options here; could you tell us more about the menu and how much input residents have in their meals?
- 2The physical therapy and rehab services seem to be a real strength of this facility; how does the team work with residents to meet their mobility goals?
- 3We noticed the gardens and grounds are beautiful; are there specific outdoor activities or social events held in those spaces for the residents?
- 4How does the nursing team coordinate with support staff to ensure that floor nurses have everything they need during busy shifts?
- 5Could you walk us through the protocol for handling medical emergencies or unexpected health changes during the overnight hours?
- 6With such a small and intimate capacity of 42 residents, how do you foster that warm, family-like atmosphere among the staff and residents?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I didn’t feel I was in rehab but felt I was being taken care by family members.”
“The food is excellent-thanks to the new director Jonathan and the hardworking kitchen team, every meal is delicious and bring joy to all the residents.”
“During my mom's short stay at Ararat Garden after her hip replacement, the first thing we noticed was the cleanliness and welcoming atmosphere. The nurses and physical therapists were exceptionally professional and helpful.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 15 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents who fell and were seriously hurt
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has faced multiple family complaints triggering 13 investigations, raising significant concerns about care quality. Recurring issues include infection control problems, nursing staff competencies, and safety hazards throughout the building. While the facility has corrected all cited deficiencies, the pattern of complaints about basic care standards like physical restraint use and accident prevention suggests ongoing quality challenges that families should carefully consider.
Mar 12, 2026Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nov 19, 2025Routine13
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Environmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Environmental Deficiencies
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Sep 11, 2025Complaint1
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Sep 4, 2025Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nov 15, 2024Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Nov 14, 2024Complaint1
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Nov 7, 2024
$10,039
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Ararat Convalescent Hospital
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Ararat Home of Los Angeles INC.
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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Google Reviews
43 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
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