Northridge Valley Senior Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Los Angeles, CA

Northridge Valley Senior Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Los Angeles, CA

Overview of Northridge Valley Senior Living

Northridge Valley Senior Living is a 110-bed assisted living and memory care community offering respite care and pet-friendly accommodations at 8700 Lindley Avenue in Northridge, California. Licensed since 2020, the community serves residents in Los Angeles County. It is operated by Pacifica Somerfield LLC and Northridge SL Mgr LLC under administrator Benedict Pak.

Falling below California’s average is the inspection record. Since 2021, Northridge Valley Senior Living totaled 12 citations against a California average of 10, with 19 complaints compared to a state average of 14 and complaint visits at 19 versus a state average of 13. Citations per routine inspection run 0.4 against a 3.3 California average, with citation activity driven primarily by complaint investigations instead of standard inspections. No serious citations are present. The latest inspection was in August 2025. Occupancy is at 66 percent, below the California average of 72.8 percent, indicating current availability across the campus.

Amenities span gardens, concierge services, and a full-service beauty salon. In an elegant dining room, chef-prepared meals are served every day. The activities calendar includes ice cream socials, bingo, art projects, trivia, and happy hour. Northridge Valley Senior Living has received recognition as one of the best assisted living communities in Northridge.

With current availability and a resort-style amenity, the facility suits older adults seeking assisted living or memory care in a larger community in San Fernando Valley, serving residents in Los Angeles County.

Bed community size
110-bed community Rank #641 / 1646Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 641st out of 1646 homes in California for bed count. 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.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
17 years in operation Rank #481 / 1504Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 481st out of 1504 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 71 / 100 Rank #701 / 2058Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 701st out of 2058 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
66%
Rank #1066 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1066th out of 1492 homes in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1492. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
73 / 110
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceAugust 12, 2020
CountyLos Angeles
RCFE Number197610025

Ownership & Operating Entity

Northridge Valley Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Somerfield LLC and Northridge Sl Mgr LLC, and administered by Benedict Pak.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsFinancial Planning
Operating HoursMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 00:00-23:59

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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 These figures come from state-published inspection data. 10 citations 28 total visits 19 complaint visits 5 official inspections 16 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.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

11 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #1125 / 1475 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1125th out of 1475 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1475 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 70 out of 100. Letter grade C-. 11 points below 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% above)
2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Total citations (at CA avg)
• Serious citations (Type A) (at CA avg)
1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (88% below)

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. 1010 This facility has total citations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg
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. 33 This facility has serious citations (type a) in line with the California average (3 vs. CA avg 3).— At avg Rank #899 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 899th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 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) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 74 This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.43.3 This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes. 2816 This facility has had 75% more total inspections than the California average (28 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 75% more
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1913 This facility has had 46% more complaint visits than the California average (19 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 46% more Rank #1107 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1107th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 47 This facility has had 43% fewer other visits than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 43% fewer
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has had 25% more official inspections than the California average (5 vs. CA avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 25% more
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1610 This facility has had 60% more complaint investigations than the California average (16 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% more

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Northridge Valley Senior Living

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Address 8700 Lindley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 91325 — 4.12 miles to nearest hospital (Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Northridge Valley Senior Living is located in Los Angeles, California.
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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Northridge Valley Senior Living

What neighborhood is Northridge Valley Senior Living in?

Northridge Valley Senior Living is in the Northridge neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Who is the owner of Northridge Valley Senior Living?

Northridge Valley Senior Living is legally operated by Pacifica Somerfield LLC and Northridge Sl Mgr LLC, and administered by Benedict Pak.

Is Northridge Valley Senior Living in a walkable area?

Northridge Valley Senior Living has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Northridge Valley Senior Living?

Northridge Valley Senior Living's occupancy is 66%.

How long has Northridge Valley Senior Living been in business?

Northridge Valley Senior Living has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Northridge Valley Senior Living?

Yes, Northridge Valley Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Northridge Valley Senior Living?

Benedict Pak is the administrator of Northridge Valley Senior Living.

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