The British Home in California Ltd
Assisted Living & Independent Living · California, CA

The British Home in California Ltd

Assisted Living & Independent Living · California, CA

Overview of The British Home in California

An independent living and respite care community that British Home In California, Ltd operates is The British Home in California. Built nearly five decades ago and administered by Rosario Munoz, it remains a modest residential option for older adults seeking support and community.

The community houses 41 residents and offers respite care alongside residential services. Various activities and events all year, including the summer highlight and the June Faire, provide opportunities for residents to engage and stay connected. Daily meals are served in Armstrong Hall, which includes a lounge area for residents to gather and relax. On-site amenities support daily living and comfort. Occupants can access a salon, garden and patio spaces, housekeeping and laundry services, and transportation assistance, helping decrease the logistics of managing a household alone. The community stands in a tranquil residential area with a Walk Score of 36. Though most trips require a quick drive, some errands can be finished on foot.

The British Home in California is a good residential option for older adults needing community support. For families considering it, visiting in person is the best way to see the space, meet the staff, understand the daily ambiance, and examine whether this smaller residential community is a modest fit.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 41 Rank #1195 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1195th out of 1,645 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #22 / 1507Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd out of 1,507 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
50 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #1626 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1626th out of 2,057 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeRCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
IssuanceMay 1, 1976
CountyLos Angeles
License Number191501668
RCFE Number191501668
State License TypesLicense #191501668

Ownership & Operating Entity

The British Home in California Ltd is legally operated by British Home In California, Ltd The, and administered by Rosario Munoz.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age70+
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Garden
Patio
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Specific ProgramsCelebrations, Ingathering
Volunteer Program
Touring Hours9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday

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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.

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.

Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% above)
• Citations per inspection (1% above)
2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (50% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (67% 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. 612 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 12).↓ 50% 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. 13 This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better Rank #478 / 1433 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 478th out of 1,433 homes we track in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1433 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 54 This facility has 25% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.70.69 This facility has 1% more citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 0.69).↑ 1% worse

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. 916 This facility has had 44% fewer total inspections than the California average (9 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 44% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 413 This facility has had 69% fewer complaint visits than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 69% fewer Rank #525 / 1387 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 525th out of 1,387 homes we track in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1387 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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 had 100% fewer other visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% 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

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The British Home in California Ltd

Is The British Home in California Ltd in a walkable area?

The British Home in California Ltd has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has The British Home in California Ltd been in business?

The British Home in California Ltd has been operating for approximately 50 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The British Home in California Ltd?

Yes, The British Home in California Ltd allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The British Home in California Ltd?

Rosario Munoz is the administrator of The British Home in California Ltd.

How many beds does The British Home in California Ltd have?

The British Home in California Ltd has 41 beds.

Has The British Home in California Ltd had any citations?

The British Home in California Ltd has had 6 reported citations according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Are there photos of The British Home in California Ltd?

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