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The Variel of Woodland Hills
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Woodland Hills, CA
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The Variel of Woodland Hills

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Woodland Hills, CA
6233 Variel Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Variel of Woodland Hills

Live your golden years within the esteemed senior living community of The Variel of Woodland Hills on Variel Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features aesthetically pleasing and snug residences in various one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring seniors experience a relaxed and secure environment. A competent and highly qualified team goes above and beyond to provide the care and support that best matches seniors’ needs and aspirations.

Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community conducts a wide array of engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Indulge in well-balanced meals with fellow residents to meet dietary requirements and tastes. Enjoy a glorious retirement at The Variel of Woodland Hills with its luxurious spaces and incredible amenities.

Facility Direct Line (818) 809-2244
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Bed community size
436-bed community Rank #24 / 1648Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 1648 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
5 years in operation Rank #994 / 1494Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 994th out of 1494 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #1048 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1048th out of 2087 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
Rank #439 / 1496Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 439th out of 1496 homes in California for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1496. 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
374 / 436
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJuly 1, 2022
CountyLos Angeles
License Number195850240

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Variel of Woodland Hills is legally operated by Sblp Warner Center Opco, LLC and Momentum Senior Living, and administered by Lourdes Bustamante.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Allison Marty, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jun 2026)

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsWarner Center, Senior Living News
Operating HoursAvailable 24/7

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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 2022 · 4 years of data 24 citations 47 total visits 27 complaint visits 3 official inspections 18 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.

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

Rank #1300 / 1399 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1300th out of 1399 homes in California for Inspection Score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1399 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: 59 out of 100. Letter grade F. 22 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 2022 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 8 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total citations (140% above)
• Serious citations (Type A) (233% above)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (250% above)
• Citations per year (140% above)
• Total visits (194% above)
• Complaint visits (108% above)
• Other visits (143% above)
• Complaint investigations (80% above) 2 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Official inspections (25% below)
Latest Inspection February 19, 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. 2410 This facility has 140% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 140% worse
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. 103 This facility has 233% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 233% worse Rank #1054 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1054th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 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. 144 This facility has 250% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 250% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2022. 62.5 This facility has 140% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 2.5).↑ 140% worse
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.53.3 This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% 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. 4716 This facility has 194% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (47 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 194% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 2713 This facility has 108% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (27 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 108% worse Rank #1225 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1225th 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. 177 This facility has 143% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 143% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 34 This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1810 This facility has 80% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 80% worse

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 February 19, 2026, substantiated only a technical violation for damaging a resident’s duvet cover with no deficiencies cited.
  • The facility had multiple substantiated abuse-related deficiencies from 2023 to 2025, including staff pinching and humiliating residents, posing immediate personal rights and safety risks.
  • A 2025 annual inspection cited a deficiency for four of seven care staff missing valid first aid certification, indicating ongoing staff qualification compliance issues.
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Building Type: Mid-rise

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Variel of Woodland Hills is located in Woodland Hills, 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 The Variel of Woodland Hills

Who is the owner of The Variel of Woodland Hills?

The Variel of Woodland Hills is legally operated by Sblp Warner Center Opco, LLC and Momentum Senior Living, and administered by Lourdes Bustamante.

Is The Variel of Woodland Hills in a walkable area?

The Variel of Woodland Hills has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at The Variel of Woodland Hills?

The Variel of Woodland Hills's occupancy is 86%.

Who is the administrator of The Variel of Woodland Hills?

Lourdes Bustamante is the administrator of The Variel of Woodland Hills.

How many beds does The Variel of Woodland Hills have?

The Variel of Woodland Hills has 436 beds.

Has The Variel of Woodland Hills had any citations?

The Variel of Woodland Hills has had 24 reported citations since 2022 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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