Assisted Living Facilities in Tarzana, CA
Home to “Tarzan” author Edgar Rice Burroughs in the early 1900s, Tarzana is a bustling community within the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. The area has nearly 40,000 residents, including 5,389 senior citizens, and an additional 6,100 residents are aged 50 or older. Tarzana offers retirees a high quality of life thanks to its mild climate, abundant shopping and dining options, and scenic views of the Santa Monica Mountains and Topanga State Park.
Older residents who need help with day-to-day tasks or want to minimize the burden of household maintenance are ideal candidates for assisted living. These communities offer apartment-style accommodations, meals, personal care and recreational activities to meet seniors’ medical and social needs. According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, the median cost of these services is $5,000 per month in Tarzana, which is on par with the state median and about 16% higher than other parts of the county.
Whether you’re considering residential care for yourself or a family member, this guide features information about assisted living facilities and average prices in Tarzana. We’ve also provided an overview of community-based services and amenities that make the area a good choice for older adults.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Tarzana, CA
Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana
18700 Burbank Boulevard, Tarzana, CA, 91356
My father will be moving into Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana. I like the community itself, the location, and the people were all very personable and welcoming. They have beautiful outdoor space. They ha
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My father will be moving into Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana. I like the community itself, the location, and the people were all very personable and welcoming. They have beautiful outdoor space. They have an activity director, and I know they do movies twice a day, a matinee and an evening, they have games, crafts, a men’s club, a women’s club, and they’re taking them to a Dodger’s game. I did not try their food, but the chef came out and talked to us. The dining area was very nice, very open, and very bright. The staff members were all very nice. They all welcomed and acknowledged us, which was huge.
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My father will be moving into Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana. I like the community itself, the location, and the people were all very personable and welcoming. They have beautiful outdoor space. They ha
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My father will be moving into Brookdale Gardens of Tarzana. I like the community itself, the location, and the people were all very personable and welcoming. They have beautiful outdoor space. They have an activity director, and I know they do movies twice a day, a matinee and an evening, they have games, crafts, a men’s club, a women’s club, and they’re taking them to a Dodger’s game. I did not try their food, but the chef came out and talked to us. The dining area was very nice, very open, and very bright. The staff members were all very nice. They all welcomed and acknowledged us, which was huge.
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Jackie’s Hideaway
5925 Donna Avenue, Tarzana, CA, 91356
Jackie’s Hideaway is a wonderful place and I never dreamed I would find such a loving and caring environment for my dear friend. The staff is incredibly attentive and the home is peaceful and serene.
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Jackie’s Hideaway is a wonderful place and I never dreamed I would find such a loving and caring environment for my dear friend. The staff is incredibly attentive and the home is peaceful and serene. It is a happy place that I I highly recommend!
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Jackie’s Hideaway is a wonderful place and I never dreamed I would find such a loving and caring environment for my dear friend. The staff is incredibly attentive and the home is peaceful and serene.
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Jackie’s Hideaway is a wonderful place and I never dreamed I would find such a loving and caring environment for my dear friend. The staff is incredibly attentive and the home is peaceful and serene. It is a happy place that I I highly recommend!
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Summit Assisted Living of Tarzana
5711 Reseda Blvd, Tarzana, CA, 91356
My mom was in Summit Assisted Living of Tarzana. The first year when it had a different owner, it was wonderful. After that, things started to go downhill. It changed hands at the end of February or b
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My mom was in Summit Assisted Living of Tarzana. The first year when it had a different owner, it was wonderful. After that, things started to go downhill. It changed hands at the end of February or beginning of March, but we weren’t informed about that until June. The staff treated her like a bother. I don’t know what the food is like at Summit, but I know that she wouldn’t eat it. The room was never cleaned, and then when we went to pack things up, there were things that were missing, clothes that weren’t hers. And when she went in, every piece of clothing that was in there had a new tag on it. She had that many things in her home, so some of the things were really quite nice and they were missing. They raised the prices so much that the prices were raised in January, and then Summit raised them again in June. And for what we were paying, it wasn’t OK.
There was a lack of communication. I had asked to be a part of the care plan, and I was never called. She fell two times and they neglected to say that. Also, when they transferred her, the information was totally fictitious. My mom does not weigh 130 pounds, she’s closer to 200 pounds. They said it was a one person, moderate assist. It’s not, it’s a three-person assist. So I’m very disappointed in the fact that they actually lied like a boldfaced lie on a Zoom meeting to the facility head of the other place, myself, my husband, the nurse, and my mom. It was just totally not true. And that was very disappointing because that meant that she could not stay at the other place.
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My mom was in Summit Assisted Living of Tarzana. The first year when it had a different owner, it was wonderful. After that, things started to go downhill. It changed hands at the end of February or b
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My mom was in Summit Assisted Living of Tarzana. The first year when it had a different owner, it was wonderful. After that, things started to go downhill. It changed hands at the end of February or beginning of March, but we weren’t informed about that until June. The staff treated her like a bother. I don’t know what the food is like at Summit, but I know that she wouldn’t eat it. The room was never cleaned, and then when we went to pack things up, there were things that were missing, clothes that weren’t hers. And when she went in, every piece of clothing that was in there had a new tag on it. She had that many things in her home, so some of the things were really quite nice and they were missing. They raised the prices so much that the prices were raised in January, and then Summit raised them again in June. And for what we were paying, it wasn’t OK.
There was a lack of communication. I had asked to be a part of the care plan, and I was never called. She fell two times and they neglected to say that. Also, when they transferred her, the information was totally fictitious. My mom does not weigh 130 pounds, she’s closer to 200 pounds. They said it was a one person, moderate assist. It’s not, it’s a three-person assist. So I’m very disappointed in the fact that they actually lied like a boldfaced lie on a Zoom meeting to the facility head of the other place, myself, my husband, the nurse, and my mom. It was just totally not true. And that was very disappointing because that meant that she could not stay at the other place.
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Blue Skies Ranch
6061 Shirley Ave., Tarzana, CA, 91356
I was looking for a Board and Care for my Mom unexpectedly,
I was referred to Blue Skies Ranch, in Tarzana.
I called and spoke with Eilene, the owner who also happens to be a RN.
Eilene was
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I was looking for a Board and Care for my Mom unexpectedly,
I was referred to Blue Skies Ranch, in Tarzana.
I called and spoke with Eilene, the owner who also happens to be a RN.
Eilene was so sweet, understanding, caring and made me feel so comfortable over the phone. I knew I needed to meet her in person and look at Blue Skies Ranch as a place my mom could be happy at. Eilene came out to meet with me. All I can say is, what a “Gem” she is.
Eilene explained everything to me. By talking with Eilene on the phone and now in person it only reinforced this was the place for my Mom.
I took a tour of Eilene’s home and was so impressed, It was decorated so cute. There was only going to be 3 or 4 guests and Mom would have her own room. I took a look at what would be Moms room and could picture Mom living there.
Eilene is so positive, loving, caring and always looking out for my mother as if she was her daughter. Eliene takes the time to make a special connection with all her tenants and the family. I completely trust my Mom being at Blue Skies Ranch.
Another “gem” at Blue Skies is Eilene’s daughter Shannon. The apple didn’t fall far from the tree…Shannon is a spitting image of her mother. She is
so much help and really makes my mom feel loved and important.
There are really no words that would do justice to the way Eilene’s runs her Board and Care. She makes all her tenants feel like they are in their own homes. She keeps her home spotless and smelling so good. She involves her tenants in meal choices. They play games in the front room. They watch TV and most important they are able to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful weather here in sunny California.
I can’t say enough good and positive things about how Eilene is as a person and how great she runs her Board and Care.
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I was looking for a Board and Care for my Mom unexpectedly,
I was referred to Blue Skies Ranch, in Tarzana.
I called and spoke with Eilene, the owner who also happens to be a RN.
Eilene was
… (read more)
I was looking for a Board and Care for my Mom unexpectedly,
I was referred to Blue Skies Ranch, in Tarzana.
I called and spoke with Eilene, the owner who also happens to be a RN.
Eilene was so sweet, understanding, caring and made me feel so comfortable over the phone. I knew I needed to meet her in person and look at Blue Skies Ranch as a place my mom could be happy at. Eilene came out to meet with me. All I can say is, what a “Gem” she is.
Eilene explained everything to me. By talking with Eilene on the phone and now in person it only reinforced this was the place for my Mom.
I took a tour of Eilene’s home and was so impressed, It was decorated so cute. There was only going to be 3 or 4 guests and Mom would have her own room. I took a look at what would be Moms room and could picture Mom living there.
Eilene is so positive, loving, caring and always looking out for my mother as if she was her daughter. Eliene takes the time to make a special connection with all her tenants and the family. I completely trust my Mom being at Blue Skies Ranch.
Another “gem” at Blue Skies is Eilene’s daughter Shannon. The apple didn’t fall far from the tree…Shannon is a spitting image of her mother. She is
so much help and really makes my mom feel loved and important.
There are really no words that would do justice to the way Eilene’s runs her Board and Care. She makes all her tenants feel like they are in their own homes. She keeps her home spotless and smelling so good. She involves her tenants in meal choices. They play games in the front room. They watch TV and most important they are able to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful weather here in sunny California.
I can’t say enough good and positive things about how Eilene is as a person and how great she runs her Board and Care.
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Tarzana Assisted Living
5912 Cahill Ave, Tarzana, CA, 91356
My grandmother is a resident of Tarzana Assisted Living for 7 years now. It is wonderful. They take very good care of her. It is very personable. It being owned by a family makes it that much more des
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My grandmother is a resident of Tarzana Assisted Living for 7 years now. It is wonderful. They take very good care of her. It is very personable. It being owned by a family makes it that much more desirable, intimate, and caring. We are extremely happy with the 1-on-1 personal care that my grandmother gets. My grandmother is currently in hospice so there are no activities at this moment for her. Prior to that, we wanted to put her in a home that did not have very many activities because of her ailment and so Tarzana was our choice with it being more of a peaceful, quiet nice atmosphere.
My grandmother is receiving 100% care. They change her, feed her, and bathe her. We are able to visit any time at any day; there’s no restriction. Of course because it is a home, we don’t go late at night because of the residents in the house. We’re respectful with that. My parents are 100% happy. All the food that they make is home cooked and nothing is delivered. Currently, she is on hospice care so it is pureed food, but prior to that, everything was home cooked, three meals a day with snacks. It is great. The place is also super clean.
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My grandmother is a resident of Tarzana Assisted Living for 7 years now. It is wonderful. They take very good care of her. It is very personable. It being owned by a family makes it that much more des
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My grandmother is a resident of Tarzana Assisted Living for 7 years now. It is wonderful. They take very good care of her. It is very personable. It being owned by a family makes it that much more desirable, intimate, and caring. We are extremely happy with the 1-on-1 personal care that my grandmother gets. My grandmother is currently in hospice so there are no activities at this moment for her. Prior to that, we wanted to put her in a home that did not have very many activities because of her ailment and so Tarzana was our choice with it being more of a peaceful, quiet nice atmosphere.
My grandmother is receiving 100% care. They change her, feed her, and bathe her. We are able to visit any time at any day; there’s no restriction. Of course because it is a home, we don’t go late at night because of the residents in the house. We’re respectful with that. My parents are 100% happy. All the food that they make is home cooked and nothing is delivered. Currently, she is on hospice care so it is pureed food, but prior to that, everything was home cooked, three meals a day with snacks. It is great. The place is also super clean.
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Be Well Senior Living Ii Inc.
5711 Beckford Avenue, Tarzana, CA, 91356
We chose Be Well Senior Living II for mom because of the location. Our experience has been good. The staff is professional and compassionate. The food is good. The façade and the layout are very nice
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We chose Be Well Senior Living II for mom because of the location. Our experience has been good. The staff is professional and compassionate. The food is good. The façade and the layout are very nice.
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We chose Be Well Senior Living II for mom because of the location. Our experience has been good. The staff is professional and compassionate. The food is good. The façade and the layout are very nice
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We chose Be Well Senior Living II for mom because of the location. Our experience has been good. The staff is professional and compassionate. The food is good. The façade and the layout are very nice.
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AvantGarde Senior Living
5645 Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA, 91356
Mom has been in Avantgarde since November 2012. It’s a place that focuses on memory care, so they have a lot of activities like jewelry making and other art classes. They have volunteers that comes in
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Mom has been in Avantgarde since November 2012. It’s a place that focuses on memory care, so they have a lot of activities like jewelry making and other art classes. They have volunteers that comes in, a guitarist that comes in once a month to sing folk songs to the residents, and they do a lot of extra activities.
The staff is very caring, especially the day shift. They tend to give a lot more time to give personal care, so I like the care and the people that work there. Since we put my mom in Avantgarde, we haven’t seen any problems and she seems settled there. She’s always participating to have exercise every morning. It has been pretty good.
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Mom has been in Avantgarde since November 2012. It’s a place that focuses on memory care, so they have a lot of activities like jewelry making and other art classes. They have volunteers that comes in
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Mom has been in Avantgarde since November 2012. It’s a place that focuses on memory care, so they have a lot of activities like jewelry making and other art classes. They have volunteers that comes in, a guitarist that comes in once a month to sing folk songs to the residents, and they do a lot of extra activities.
The staff is very caring, especially the day shift. They tend to give a lot more time to give personal care, so I like the care and the people that work there. Since we put my mom in Avantgarde, we haven’t seen any problems and she seems settled there. She’s always participating to have exercise every morning. It has been pretty good.
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Brookdale Chatsworth
20801 Devonshire Street, Chatsworth, CA, 91311
Brookdale Chatsworth is located in the quiet Los Angeles neighborhood of Chatsworth, California, just a few minutes away from scenic parks, California State University Northridge, medical facilities a
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Brookdale Chatsworth is located in the quiet Los Angeles neighborhood of Chatsworth, California, just a few minutes away from scenic parks, California State University Northridge, medical facilities and nice shopping areas. Loved ones note that the staff are willing to work with families with regards to the residents’ care and that they are always friendly, caring and professional. Residents and guests appreciate the variety of activities offered in this community, such as movie nights, themed cultural events, fitness classes and off-site activities. Residents praise the delicious food served in the restaurant-style dining room.
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Brookdale Chatsworth is located in the quiet Los Angeles neighborhood of Chatsworth, California, just a few minutes away from scenic parks, California State University Northridge, medical facilities a
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Brookdale Chatsworth is located in the quiet Los Angeles neighborhood of Chatsworth, California, just a few minutes away from scenic parks, California State University Northridge, medical facilities and nice shopping areas. Loved ones note that the staff are willing to work with families with regards to the residents’ care and that they are always friendly, caring and professional. Residents and guests appreciate the variety of activities offered in this community, such as movie nights, themed cultural events, fitness classes and off-site activities. Residents praise the delicious food served in the restaurant-style dining room.
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Belmont Village Westwood
10475 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90024
Belmont Village Westwood is located on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, between UCLA and the Los Angeles Country Club. Visitors comment on this facility’s beautiful grounds, modern architecture and
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Belmont Village Westwood is located on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, between UCLA and the Los Angeles Country Club. Visitors comment on this facility’s beautiful grounds, modern architecture and well-maintained setting, which they say reminds them of an upscale hotel. Residents appreciate the healthy, delicious food, which is prepared by an on-site professional chef, and enjoy the café-style dining area. This facility offers a variety of activities, including day trips and lectures. Residents can also swim in the pool or work out in the well-equipped gym. Family members give high praise to the staff, calling them caring, attentive and friendly.
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Belmont Village Westwood is located on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, between UCLA and the Los Angeles Country Club. Visitors comment on this facility’s beautiful grounds, modern architecture and
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Belmont Village Westwood is located on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, between UCLA and the Los Angeles Country Club. Visitors comment on this facility’s beautiful grounds, modern architecture and well-maintained setting, which they say reminds them of an upscale hotel. Residents appreciate the healthy, delicious food, which is prepared by an on-site professional chef, and enjoy the café-style dining area. This facility offers a variety of activities, including day trips and lectures. Residents can also swim in the pool or work out in the well-equipped gym. Family members give high praise to the staff, calling them caring, attentive and friendly.
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Canyon Trails
7945 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Canoga Park, CA, 91304
Canyon Trails was very nice, but a lot smaller than the other ones I visited. The rooms were all the same size. They gave us some little samples of some scones that they made, which were yummy. The st
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Canyon Trails was very nice, but a lot smaller than the other ones I visited. The rooms were all the same size. They gave us some little samples of some scones that they made, which were yummy. The staff seemed friendly enough. When we went there, they were doing bingo, but they have a nice outdoor area where they have a flat area where you could actually putt. She said some of the residents like to golf and practice swings. They had a little disc golf thing back there and a lot of tables and umbrellas outside. Everything’s newly renovated, all the rooms and everything. The dining area was nice.
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Canyon Trails was very nice, but a lot smaller than the other ones I visited. The rooms were all the same size. They gave us some little samples of some scones that they made, which were yummy. The st
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Canyon Trails was very nice, but a lot smaller than the other ones I visited. The rooms were all the same size. They gave us some little samples of some scones that they made, which were yummy. The staff seemed friendly enough. When we went there, they were doing bingo, but they have a nice outdoor area where they have a flat area where you could actually putt. She said some of the residents like to golf and practice swings. They had a little disc golf thing back there and a lot of tables and umbrellas outside. Everything’s newly renovated, all the rooms and everything. The dining area was nice.
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Sunrise of Studio City
4610 Coldwater Canyon, Studio City, CA, 91604
Sunrise of Studio City is located in Studio City, California. Visitors appreciate this facility’s convenient location at the edge of the San Fernando Valley, just off the Ventura Freeway and close to
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Sunrise of Studio City is located in Studio City, California. Visitors appreciate this facility’s convenient location at the edge of the San Fernando Valley, just off the Ventura Freeway and close to stores, restaurants and Coldwater Canyon. Reviewers note this facility’s beautiful atmosphere and decor, calling it modern, open and airy. Residents enjoy the exercise areas. They participate in a range of recreational activities, such as movies, games and excursions to the beach. Family members are impressed by both the taste and the variety of the food served. They also compliment the attentive staff, who are accommodating, professional and respectful.
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Sunrise of Studio City is located in Studio City, California. Visitors appreciate this facility’s convenient location at the edge of the San Fernando Valley, just off the Ventura Freeway and close to
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Sunrise of Studio City is located in Studio City, California. Visitors appreciate this facility’s convenient location at the edge of the San Fernando Valley, just off the Ventura Freeway and close to stores, restaurants and Coldwater Canyon. Reviewers note this facility’s beautiful atmosphere and decor, calling it modern, open and airy. Residents enjoy the exercise areas. They participate in a range of recreational activities, such as movies, games and excursions to the beach. Family members are impressed by both the taste and the variety of the food served. They also compliment the attentive staff, who are accommodating, professional and respectful.
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Sunrise of Santa Monica
1312 15th St, Santa Monica, CA, 90404
Sunrise of Santa Monica is located in the heart of Santa Monica and offers assisted living options and memory care for seniors. Residents and their loved ones praise this facility for its sincere and
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Sunrise of Santa Monica is located in the heart of Santa Monica and offers assisted living options and memory care for seniors. Residents and their loved ones praise this facility for its sincere and friendly staff, good food and cleanliness. Many activities are provided to keep residents physically active and socially engaged such as games, cards, movie nights, exercise classes and spirituality sessions. They can also participate in walking clubs, yoga class or ice cream socials. Some of the amenities at Sunrise include transportation services for appointments, shopping and group outings, a beauty/barber shop and updated security features.
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Sunrise of Santa Monica is located in the heart of Santa Monica and offers assisted living options and memory care for seniors. Residents and their loved ones praise this facility for its sincere and
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Sunrise of Santa Monica is located in the heart of Santa Monica and offers assisted living options and memory care for seniors. Residents and their loved ones praise this facility for its sincere and friendly staff, good food and cleanliness. Many activities are provided to keep residents physically active and socially engaged such as games, cards, movie nights, exercise classes and spirituality sessions. They can also participate in walking clubs, yoga class or ice cream socials. Some of the amenities at Sunrise include transportation services for appointments, shopping and group outings, a beauty/barber shop and updated security features.
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Sunrise of Woodland Hills
20461 Ventura Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA, 91364
The food at Sunrise of Woodland Hills was very good, and they had a lot of good options. It was very nice and very open, and it had themes for each floor, which was kind of cool. There was a Vegas flo
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The food at Sunrise of Woodland Hills was very good, and they had a lot of good options. It was very nice and very open, and it had themes for each floor, which was kind of cool. There was a Vegas floor and a Hollywood floor that had movie posters and that type of stuff. They’re redoing their movie room. They have yoga, and they walk towards Target and back, which would be on Ventura Boulevard. Even being close to the freeway, it was actually fairly quiet. The staff was very nice. They had different options for rooms. There’s nothing really bad I have to say about it.
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The food at Sunrise of Woodland Hills was very good, and they had a lot of good options. It was very nice and very open, and it had themes for each floor, which was kind of cool. There was a Vegas flo
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The food at Sunrise of Woodland Hills was very good, and they had a lot of good options. It was very nice and very open, and it had themes for each floor, which was kind of cool. There was a Vegas floor and a Hollywood floor that had movie posters and that type of stuff. They’re redoing their movie room. They have yoga, and they walk towards Target and back, which would be on Ventura Boulevard. Even being close to the freeway, it was actually fairly quiet. The staff was very nice. They had different options for rooms. There’s nothing really bad I have to say about it.
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Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens
851 Second Street, Santa Monica, CA, 90403
Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens is located just off the upper coast of Santa Monica, CA. Guests enjoy incredible views of the ocean from their balconies and further sights of nature in the courtyard of
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Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens is located just off the upper coast of Santa Monica, CA. Guests enjoy incredible views of the ocean from their balconies and further sights of nature in the courtyard of the facility. Residents are also pleased by classes that include crafts, exercise, and knitting. Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens is commended for outdoor living corridors that allow for ventilation and a light atmosphere overall. Visitors take note of this as well, saying that the community’s restaurant is an excellent place for a weekend brunch. The facility also makes use of the sounds and sights of the beach.
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Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens is located just off the upper coast of Santa Monica, CA. Guests enjoy incredible views of the ocean from their balconies and further sights of nature in the courtyard of
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Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens is located just off the upper coast of Santa Monica, CA. Guests enjoy incredible views of the ocean from their balconies and further sights of nature in the courtyard of the facility. Residents are also pleased by classes that include crafts, exercise, and knitting. Brookdale Santa Monica Gardens is commended for outdoor living corridors that allow for ventilation and a light atmosphere overall. Visitors take note of this as well, saying that the community’s restaurant is an excellent place for a weekend brunch. The facility also makes use of the sounds and sights of the beach.
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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Tarzana
Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly may provide assisted living services in Tarzana and other parts of California. These communities are licensed and overseen by 13 regional offices operated by the California Department of Social Services’ Adult and Senior Care Program, which is part of the Community Care Licensing Division.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Tarzana
- The cost of living in this part of Los Angeles is well above the state median and more than double the national average. However, although transportation is expensive and real estate prices are about four times higher than other parts of the country, health care tends to be more affordable than average.
- Due to Tarzana’s high population density and other environmental factors, the area has received a failing grade for its air quality. The American Lung Association gave the city an F based on levels of ozone and particulates. Seniors may need to stay indoors or take other precautions on poor air quality days.
- Tarzana receives mixed reviews for safety with 31 crimes per 1,000 residents. While violent crime rates are 38% lower than the national average, residents experience 17% more burglaries and thefts. Fortunately, assisted living facilities provide 24-hour security to minimize these concerns.
- The City of Los Angeles and the county have been part of AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly State and Communities since 2016. This means that there are more resources for senior citizens, and it also shows that government leaders are committed to supporting members of this population.
- Health care access is an excellent reason to consider Tarzana. More than 60 hospitals are located in the area, including the high-performing Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center. The UCLA Medical Center and Keck Hospital of USC have earned national rankings from U.S. News & World Report.
- Tarzana’s pleasant year-round climate is part of its appeal, especially for seniors who enjoy warm, sunny weather. The area receives 272 days of annual sunshine, and average winter lows remain in the 40s. These features helped the city earn an impressive climate score of 8.6 out of 10.
Paying for Assisted Living in Tarzana
At $5,000 per month, assisted living prices in Tarzana are on par with the state median and similar to other regional cities. However, residents pay more than seniors in other parts of the country.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Assisted living prices in Tarzana are even with the state median of $5,000 per month and $700 higher than the national average of $4,300. Additionally, rates are typical when compared to other major cities of southern California, such as Santa Maria. Seniors in Oxnard and Ventura pay $845 more per month. Rates drop by $475 per month in San Diego, and Riverside offers a competitive value at $3,900, which saves residents $1,100 per month.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Long-term care prices in Tarzana and metro L.A. start at $1,647 per month for daytime health care programs. Assisted living is the second-cheapest option at $5,000. Home health care agencies typically charge $5,434 per month for homemaker services and $5,529 for in-home medical care. These rates are significantly lower than skilled nursing, which costs $8,060 for a semiprivate room. Private rooms average $10,570, more than double the cost of assisted living.
Note: Data for Tarzana was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Los Angeles, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Tarzana
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Tarzana through both the Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver Program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Tarzana
A number of government agencies and nonprofits serve seniors in Tarzana and the greater Los Angeles area. The following organizations offer long-term care planning and advocate for those who currently reside in assisted living communities.
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Contact
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(800) 510-2020
As the Area Agency on Aging for Los Angeles County, WDACS offers a wealth of programs for seniors and their families, including transportation, mobility assistance, legal advice, caregiver supports and adult protective services. It also oversees more than 60 volunteer ombudsmen who advocate for assisted living residents across the community.
(310) 394-9871
WISE & Healthy Aging is a community-driven nonprofit dedicated to improving older residents' quality of life. It offers case management services and caregiver resources to help families develop a personalized plan for healthy aging. In addition to supporting senior transportation and safe driving programs, the organization engages in elder abuse prevention and serves as the ombudsman for more than 76,000 long-term care residents.
(213) 485-7512
The Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks operates 29 multipurpose senior centers throughout the city. These facilities offer nutritional services and recreational programs, including art classes, foreign language courses, aerobics, line dancing, live entertainment and social events. The closest options to Tarzana are the Canoga Park Senior Citizen Center on Jordan Avenue and the Sherman Oaks East Valley Adult Center on Van Nuys Boulevard.
(213) 351-7825
Tarzana residents can contact the Office of Senior Health to learn more about community-based services available to senior citizens, disabled adults and their caregivers. As part of the county's Department of Public Health, it oversees more than 1,900 long-term care facilities in greater Los Angeles. The agency also connects seniors to related state agencies and nonprofit groups such as AARP and the American Society on Aging.
(213)765-9680
The county's Veterans Service Center is a comprehensive resource for military families who need help accessing their benefits. Veterans services specialists help with applications for VA health care, disability compensation, pensions and Aid & Attendance supplements that can be used for assisted living and personal care. The center also offers information about veterans license plates, crisis services and public assistance programs.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Tarzana
Tarzana-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
