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Located on the picturesque landscapes of Esteban Street, Tujunga, CA, Foothill Retirement is an astounding senior living community that provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Prioritizing seniors’ comfort and wellness, the community features purposely crafted and spacious accommodations. Spend your golden years doing what you love with exceptional care and support from a kind and compassionate team.
Foothill Retirement goes above and beyond to ensure residents have the finest experience, conducting stimulating activities and engaging programs for enjoyment and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals satisfying dietary requirements and preferences. Foothill Retirement is great for seniors looking to live a well-rounded lifestyle with its serene spaces and scenic views.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Foothill Retirement is legally operated by Foothill Retirement Operator Llc;paradise Of N Vly, and administrated by Maria Cabrera.
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
6 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #973 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 973rd out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 75 out of 100. Letter grade C. 6 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 4 | 3 | This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #828 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 828th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2020.
| 1.3 | 1.7 | This facility has 24% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.3 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 24% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.5 | 3.3 | This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 16 | 16 | This facility has total visits in line with the California average (16 vs. CA avg 16).— At avg |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 10 | 13 | This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #850 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 850th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Building Type: Single-story
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28.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Tujunga's city center to Foothill Retirement's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Foothill Retirement is located in Tujunga, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Sunrise of Orange |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Orange (East Lincoln Avenue) | 139
Facility
139
CA AVG
103
Rank
#444 / 1657 | Yes |
82
Facility
82
CA AVG
57
Rank
#357 / 2092 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1401 | 2 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#210 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1210 / 1487 |
71.2%
Facility
71.2%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#817 / 1368 | Sunrise Of Orange Opco LLC; Sunrise Senior Et Al | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunrise of Mission Viejo |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Mission Viejo | 110
Facility
110
CA AVG
103
Rank
#642 / 1657 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1392 / 2092 | 92
Facility
92
CA AVG
81
Rank
#308 / 1401 | 4 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#336 / 1487 |
75.5%
Facility
75.5%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#714 / 1368 | Szr Mission Viejo Asst Lvg; Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt | - |
| The Kensington Sierra Madre |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Sierra Madre | 106
Facility
106
CA AVG
103
Rank
#675 / 1657 | No |
86
Facility
86
CA AVG
57
Rank
#267 / 2092 | 75
Facility
75
CA AVG
81
Rank
#973 / 1401 | 5 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#850 / 1397 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1015 / 1164 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#610 / 1487 |
84.0%
Facility
84.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#407 / 1368 | Kensington Sm Gp,LLC &Kensington Senior Living LLC | - |
| Nikkei Senior Gardens |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Arleta | 106
Facility
106
CA AVG
103
Rank
#675 / 1657 | No |
56
Facility
56
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1180 / 2092 | 95
Facility
95
CA AVG
81
Rank
#108 / 1401 | 5 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#458 / 1487 |
84.0%
Facility
84.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#407 / 1368 | Nikkei Senior Gardens; Cadence Sl Nikkei LLC | - |
| Foothill Retirement |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Tujunga | 72
Facility
72
CA AVG
103
Rank
#981 / 1657 | No |
75
Facility
75
CA AVG
57
Rank
#563 / 2092 | 75
Facility
75
CA AVG
81
Rank
#973 / 1401 | 5 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#850 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#662 / 1487 |
83.3%
Facility
83.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#423 / 1368 | Foothill Retirement Operator LLC;Paradise Of N Vly | - |
Foothill Retirement is in the Tujunga neighborhood of Tujunga.
The legal owner and operator of Foothill Retirement is Foothill Retirement Operator Llc;Paradise Of N Vly.
Foothill Retirement has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Foothill Retirement's occupancy is 83%.
Maria Cabrera is the administrator of Foothill Retirement.
Foothill Retirement has 72 beds.
Foothill Retirement has had 8 recently reported deficiencies.
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