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Overview of Golden Assisted Living

With 24-hour staffing and four defined levels of medical support, Golden Assisted Living is a 128-bed assisted living and memory care community in Sylmar, California. The community offers assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite care. Operated by Golden Living In Sylmar Inc under administrator Monique Lopez, the facility has been licensed in Los Angeles County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since January 2019.

As a California RCFE, inspections are conducted not by CMS but by the Department of Social Services. The facility since 2021 has totaled 76 complaints, about five times California’s average of 14, with 76 complaint-triggered visits against a statewide norm of 13. Formal citations have run below the state average at 8 total compared to a California average of 10. No fines existed in May 2026, which was the latest inspection.

Amenities feature three chef-prepared meals every day, a greenhouse, a theater space, and an exercise and fitness area. Small pets are welcome. The Independent Living Plus program offers a care tier for residents with lighter support needs.

With a wide amenity in Sylmar, the community fits Los Angeles County older adults who seek assisted living or memory care in a larger community.

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128-bed community

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

7 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 64 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

89%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

114 / 128

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceJanuary 30, 2019

CountyLos Angeles

Golden Assisted Living is legally operated by Golden Living In Sylmar Inc, and administrated by Monique Lopez.

Owner NameGolden Living In Sylmar Inc

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety Features24-Hour staffing and emergency response.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Pets Allowed

HousekeepingYes

Emergency Response

Cable Tv Basic

Utilities

Three Chef-Prepared Meals Daily

Activity Room

Weekly Housekeeping

Laundry Service

Theater Space

Community Rooms

Exercise And Fitness Area

Salon

Small Pets Welcome

Scheduled Transportation

Concierge Services

Healthy Snacks

Special Dining

Extra Laundry Services

Extra Cleaning Services

Greenhouse

Individual Therapies

4 Different Levels Of Medical Care

Specific ProgramsIndependent Living Plus, Activities & Calendar

Food DescriptionThree chef-prepared, restaurant-style, nutritious meals provided daily.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 8 citations 76 complaints 83 total visits 76 complaint visits 5 official inspections

Inspection Score

8 points below 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

Latest Inspection May 14, 2026

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.	8	10	This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	1.6	2	This facility has 20% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.6 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 20% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.1	3.3	This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% 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.	83	16	This facility has 419% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (83 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 419% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	76	13	This facility has 485% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (76 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 485% worse Rank #1383 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1383rd 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. Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	2	7	This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
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

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	76	14	This facility has 443% more total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (76 vs. CA avg 14).↑ 443% worse
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	15.2	2.8	This facility has 443% more complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (15.2 vs. CA avg 2.8).↑ 443% worse

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.


Reata Glen	AL IL MC NH	Mission Viejo	840 Facility 840 CA AVG 103 Rank #2 / 1657	No	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 57 Rank #2044 / 2092	96 Facility 96 CA AVG 81 Rank #1 / 1401	4	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	12 Facility 12 CA AVG 13 Rank #569 / 1487	80.6% Facility 80.6% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #584 / 1368	B-	Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc	-
Golden Assisted Living	AL IL MC RC	Sylmar	128 Facility 128 CA AVG 103 Rank #506 / 1657	No	64 Facility 64 CA AVG 57 Rank #923 / 2092	73 Facility 73 CA AVG 81 Rank #1022 / 1401	5	76 Facility 76 CA AVG 13 Rank #1383 / 1397	-	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #805 / 1487	89.1% Facility 89.1% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #303 / 1368	-	Golden Living In Sylmar Inc	-
GlenBrook Health Center	AL MC NH	Carlsbad	95 Facility 95 CA AVG 103 Rank #813 / 1657	No	57 Facility 57 CA AVG 57 Rank #1157 / 2092	95 Facility 95 CA AVG 81 Rank #108 / 1401	4	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #324 / 1397	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1164	22 Facility 22 CA AVG 13 Rank #313 / 1487	64.2% Facility 64.2% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #1020 / 1368	-	Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC	-
Ivy Park at La Palma	AL MC	La Palma	80 Facility 80 CA AVG 103 Rank #916 / 1657	Yes	61 Facility 61 CA AVG 57 Rank #1013 / 2092	93 Facility 93 CA AVG 81 Rank #242 / 1401	1	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 13 Rank #1 / 1397	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #413 / 1164	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #1391 / 1487	87.5% Facility 87.5% CA AVG 74.8% Rank #331 / 1368	-	Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC	-
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

What neighborhood is Golden Assisted Living in?

Golden Assisted Living is in the Sylmar neighborhood of SYLMAR.

Who is the owner of Golden Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Golden Assisted Living is Golden Living In Sylmar Inc.

Is Golden Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Golden Assisted Living has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Golden Assisted Living?

Golden Assisted Living's occupancy is 89%.

Who is the administrator of Golden Assisted Living?

Monique Lopez is the administrator of Golden Assisted Living.

How many beds does Golden Assisted Living have?

Golden Assisted Living has 128 beds.

Has Golden Assisted Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Golden Assisted Living has had 8 recently reported deficiencies.

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