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Madonna Gardens

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and dedicated care staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

1335 Byron Dr, Salinas, CA 9390188 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.9/5

based on 8 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Madonna Gardens is an excellent choice if you prioritize a compassionate, responsive staff and beautiful outdoor spaces for your loved one. While the facility may be older than some newer developments, the consistent praise for the care team and the peaceful environment makes it a highly recommended option.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

8 reviews analyzed
Madonna Gardens is highly regarded for its compassionate and dedicated staff, with families specifically praising the kindness and responsiveness of the care team. The facility is noted for its beautiful, inviting grounds and unique features like an aviary, though one reviewer noted the building is older than some competitors.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff10.0CleanN/AActivities9.0MedsN/AMemory10.0Comms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and dedicated care staff
  • Beautiful and inviting outdoor grounds
  • High level of safety and resident security
  • Welcoming and home-like atmosphere

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

50%response rate
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The owner provides personalized responses that acknowledge specific details from the reviews, such as mentioning the outdoor gardens or the mission of the community. They consistently use a warm, appreciative tone and emphasize the importance of their staff.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1The outdoor grounds look so beautiful; how often do the residents get to spend time enjoying the gardens?
  • 2I noticed how much the management values feedback in their responses; how do you typically involve families in the care planning process?
  • 3The atmosphere here feels very home-like; what are some of the favorite daily activities or social traditions that help create that sense of community?
  • 4With the focus on resident security, could you walk me through the specific protocols in place to ensure everyone stays safe during the night?
  • 5In the event of a sudden medical change or an emergency after hours, what is the immediate process for getting care to a resident?
  • 6Since the staff is described as so dedicated, how do you ensure that the high level of personalized care remains consistent as the community grows?

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Key Review Excerpts

Our family is so impressed with the care my mother has received in the memory care setting since moving in in June, 2022. We looked at quite a few places in the area and Madonna Gardens had by far the most beautiful grounds and inviting outside spaces.

Memory care family member · 2022★★★★★

The care and attention my mother received from everybody was above and beyond. From the food service people, house keeping, med techs and all the people who work to make sure everything is running smoothly and feels like home for the residents.

Long-term resident's family · 2022★★★★★

She received excellent care from all the care givers. They were loving, kind, gracious, dedicated team. I recommend that anyone one seeking to place their mother in assisted living check out the Manor.

Rehab patient's family · 2016★★★★
Source: 8 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division

22total
11 Type A— immediate health risk
10 Type B— non-compliance
Clean record— no deficiencies found
Apr 8, 2026Other
Clean

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Mar 12, 2026Complaint
Clean

This report details an investigation into allegations of substandard care, including improper diapering assistance, failure to shower residents, not washing clothing, and failing to safeguard personal items. All allegations reviewed were found to be unsubstantiated based on staff interviews and record reviews.

Feb 12, 2026Other
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced Case Management visit following a self-reported incident regarding medication administration. The visit involved reviewing the incident details with the facility nurse and discussing the medication error. No specific deficiencies were cited in the provided report text.

Jul 24, 2025Inspection
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced annual inspection. Several deficiencies were cited, including an issue with hot water temperature in a resident's bathroom and medication administration errors. All cited deficiencies were classified as Type B, indicating potential but not immediate health risks.

Apr 9, 2025Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Dec 10, 2024Other
Clean

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Oct 3, 2024Other
Clean

The facility underwent an unannounced visit to investigate a complaint. The primary finding relates to documentation deficiencies concerning staff training for medication assistance. Specifically, the report notes the absence of proof of required training for staff assisting with self-administered medications.

Sep 26, 2024Complaint
Clean

COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION REPORT

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Sh 2 Salinas Opco LLC; Crfld Management, LLC

Administrator

TYLER BRANES

Source: State licensing data

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