Belmont Village Senior Living Encino in Sherman Oaks, CA

Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Encino

Belmont Village Senior Living Encino is a well-regarded assisted living community in Sherman Oaks, CA, that offers personal care, memory care, and respite care. Promoting a nurturing and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind. High-quality services, including chef-prepared dining, scheduled transportation, and housekeeping services, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Alongside round-the-clock care, personalized care plans tailored to residents’ needs and habits are also provided for their welfare.

Social events, fitness programs, and a variety of enrichment activities help improve residents’ memory and stay active. A learning center, a bistro, and pet-friendly spaces are among the many amenities available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated along a major highway, with restaurants, shops, and public transportation in the area, the community ensures convenient access to necessities and leisure. This assisted living community has exceptional standards of care, making it a good option for senior living in California.

Facility Direct Line (818) 477-1645

What you will love about this neighborhood

Tucked away in the lively Sherman Oaks neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley, this location is inhabited by around 72,000 residents and recognized for its picturesque streets and proximity to Ventura Boulevard’s 17-mile stretch of trendy shops and dining, including The Sherman (0.5 miles away).
Within 5 miles, retirees can access the mini-golf and batting cages in Sherman Oaks Castle Park (1.2 miles), relaxing walking paths in Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Park (2.8 miles), and the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area (4.5 miles) for maintaining an active lifestyle.
Originally developed in 1927 by Gen. Moses Sherman, Sherman Oaks developed into a thriving suburban community from ranch lands. With a median age of 39.6 and an average income of $70,769, it gives retirees a balanced mix of suburban tranquility and urban convenience while staying close to excellent healthcare facilities and cultural amenities.

150-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

22 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 84 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

73%

Similar to the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

109 / 150

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceJune 1, 2013

CountyLos Angeles

RCFE Number197608466

Belmont Village Senior Living Encino is legally operated by Belmont Village Encino Tenant and Belmont Three LLC, and administered by Lance Shenk.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactCynthia Drachenberg, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Short Stay

Chef-Prepared Dining

Bistro With Daily Refreshments

Professionally Supervised Fitness Center

Salon With Services For Men And Women

Free Scheduled Transportation

Learning Center With Internet Access

Pet Friendly Community

Housekeeping Services

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 4 citations 26 total visits 12 complaint visits 5 official inspections 11 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard 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.

Since 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	4	10	This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	2	3	This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #599 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	2	4	This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.2	3.3	This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	26	16	This facility has 63% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 63% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	12	13	This facility has 8% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 8% better Rank #918 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 918th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	9	7	This facility has 29% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 29% worse
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
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	11	10	This facility has 10% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 10% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026, cited no deficiencies despite ongoing investigations into a staff-on-resident sexual assault allegation.
A July 23, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated unqualified staff administering injections to five of seven residents, posing an immediate health risk.
A February 25, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated wrongful overcharging of Resident #1 by $1,436.57, violating residents' personal rights and resulting in a formal deficiency.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Housekeeping Services

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

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1.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Sherman Oaks's city center to Belmont Village Senior Living Encino's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.78 miles to nearest hospital (Valley Presbyterian Hospital)

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Who is the owner of Belmont Village Senior Living Encino?

Belmont Village Senior Living Encino is legally operated by Belmont Village Encino Tenant and Belmont Three LLC, and administered by Lance Shenk.

Is Belmont Village Senior Living Encino in a walkable area?

Belmont Village Senior Living Encino has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Belmont Village Senior Living Encino?

Belmont Village Senior Living Encino's occupancy is 73%.

How long has Belmont Village Senior Living Encino been in business?

Belmont Village Senior Living Encino has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Belmont Village Senior Living Encino?

Yes, Belmont Village Senior Living Encino allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Belmont Village Senior Living Encino?

Lance Shenk is the administrator of Belmont Village Senior Living Encino.

How many beds does Belmont Village Senior Living Encino have?

Belmont Village Senior Living Encino has 150 beds.

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Belmont Village Senior Living Encino

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Inspection History

Inspection Scorecard 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 Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.