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North Lake Villas
Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Residential Care · Altadena, CA
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North Lake Villas

Assisted Living, Hospice Care, Memory Care & Residential Care · Altadena, CA
2851 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of North Lake Villas

Have fun in your later years at North Lake Villas, an idyllic community in Altadena, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their needs around the clock. The community also promotes a nurturing and stress-free environment, so those with memory-related needs can thrive despite their conditions.

To improve residents’ cognition, a fun-filled calendar of stimulating events and engaging activities is conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and well-balanced dining options. The community also provides hospice care for residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can age with dignity with the community’s exceptional services and state-of-the-art amenities.

Bed community size
30-bed community Rank #1267 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1267th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
23 years in operation Rank #289 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #951 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 951st out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
73%
Rank #865 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 865th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
22 / 30
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 30, 2002
CountyLos Angeles
AccreditationsAlzheimer’s Association, San Gabriel Valley Elder Abuse Coalition, The Alzheimer’s Task Force, Fiduciary Round Table of San Gabriel Valley, Altadena Chamber of Commerce, MAPS of San Gabriel Valley, End of Life Coalition of San Gabriel Valley

Ownership & Operating Entity

North Lake Villas is legally operated by North Lake Villas, Inc., and administered by Nourit Braun.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSecured & Alarmed exits

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Nourit Braun, Administrator

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsAssistance with all Activities of Daily Living, Memory Care Programs, Alzheimer’s memory in the making sessions

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Inspection History

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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 1 citation 8 total visits 4 complaint visits 4 official inspections 3 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info 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.

12 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #242 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 242nd 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. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 93 out of 100. Letter grade A. 12 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (69% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (70% below)
Latest Inspection April 21, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 110 This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.22 This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 90% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 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 Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 816 This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #529 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 529th 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. 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 310 This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on August 18, 2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with health, safety, and infection control standards.
  • A November 9, 2022 complaint investigation substantiated a deficiency for making a resident wait in a cold basement, violating personal rights and comfort accommodations.
  • Complaint investigations in 2022 found no evidence to substantiate allegations of unmet resident needs, eviction threats, or failure to provide admission agreements.
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Managed by Nourit Braun

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Lake Villas

Is North Lake Villas in a walkable area?

North Lake Villas has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at North Lake Villas?

North Lake Villas's occupancy is 73%.

Who is the administrator of North Lake Villas?

Nourit Braun is the administrator of North Lake Villas.

How many beds does North Lake Villas have?

North Lake Villas has 30 beds.

Has North Lake Villas had any recent citations?

North Lake Villas has had 1 recently reported citation.

Are there photos of North Lake Villas?

Yes — there are 69 photos of North Lake Villas in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of North Lake Villas?

North Lake Villas is located at 2851 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001.

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