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Better Living and Care III
Assisted Living, Nursing Care & Residential Care · Los Angeles, CA
Exterior view of a residential care facility with garden Brightly lit resident room with two beds and decor A shared resident room with two beds and a TV Interior corridor with a couch and decorative flowers

Better Living and Care III

Assisted Living, Nursing Care & Residential Care · Los Angeles, CA
624 N Harper Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90048 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Better Living and Care III

Better Living and Care III is a small residential care community operated by Better Living & Care Homes Inc. Serving occupants for 16 years, the six-bed home offers an intimate setting where residents get personal attention and individualized care in a calm, residential atmosphere. It currently operates at 50 percent occupancy, reflecting space availability for those requiring a smaller-scale living environment.

The neighborhood scores 92 for walkability, placing it among Los Angeles’ most pedestrian-friendly areas. This high walk score means residents and visiting family can reach nearby shops, services, and amenities on foot, lessening dependence on transportation for daily errands.

A strong track record of compliance is confirmed by state inspections. Over the past few years, consecutive inspections have found no deficiencies, with full compliance across infection control, safety equipment, documentation, and resident care standards. This consistency shows a dedication to upholding safe, regulated living conditions.

For families thinking of choosing Better Living and Care III, the small bed count and established presence here offer continuity and a personal touch that captivates those prioritizing individualized care over larger facility services.

Facility Direct Line (323) 424-7052
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
3
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1318 / 1645Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1318th 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.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
16 years in operation Rank #500 / 1505Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 500th out of 1,505 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.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 92 / 100 Rank #137 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 137th 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
50%
Rank #1306 / 1452Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1306th out of 1,452 homes we track in California for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1452. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
3 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceSeptember 23, 2009
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Better Living and Care III is legally operated by Better Living & Care Homes Inc., and administered by Lucien Ezros.

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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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 and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 citations 4 total visits 0 complaint visits 4 official inspections
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.

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

Rank #1 / 1474 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1,474 homes we track in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1474 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. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 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 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% 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. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo citations on file since 2021 — the California average is 10.

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. 416 This facility has had 75% fewer total inspections than the California average (4 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has had 100% fewer complaint visits than the California average (0 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 100% fewer
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. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
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Places of interest near Better Living and Care III

Address 8.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Los Angeles's city center to Better Living and Care III's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.59 miles to nearest hospital (Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Los Angeles

Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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.
Hollenbeck Palms
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Los Angeles (Central La)
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 103
Rank #195 / 1,645
No 62
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #521 / 1,474
14
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #88 / 1,505
 85.4% -Hollenbeck PalmsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Canyon Trails Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Canoga Park
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
Yes
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 59
Rank #509 / 2,057
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 81
Rank #937 / 1,474
39
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,216 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,505
 85.0% A+Canoga Park Sh LLC And Seasons Management LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Walnut Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Walnut
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 59
Rank #641 / 2,057
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #213 / 1,474
11
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,017 / 1,505
 70.8% A+Walnut Acquisition LLC And Walnut Silver Town, IncStudio / 1 Bed
Better Living and Care III
AL
NH
RESC
Los Angeles (Melrose)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 59
Rank #137 / 2,057
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1,474
4-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #500 / 1,505
 50.0% -Better Living & Care Homes Inc-
Ayres Residential Care Home West Los Angeles
AL
MC
RESC
Los Angeles (Rancho Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 59
Rank #450 / 2,057
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1,474
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,505
 100.0% -Michael Gabai1 Bed
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Better Living and Care III is located in Los Angeles, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Better Living and Care III

What neighborhood is Better Living and Care III in?

Better Living and Care III is in the Melrose neighborhood of Los Angeles.

Who is the owner of Better Living and Care III?

Better Living and Care III is legally operated by Better Living & Care Homes Inc., and administered by Lucien Ezros.

Is Better Living and Care III in a walkable area?

Better Living and Care III has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Better Living and Care III?

Better Living and Care III's occupancy is 50%.

How long has Better Living and Care III been in business?

Better Living and Care III has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Better Living and Care III?

No, Better Living and Care III has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Better Living and Care III?

Lucien Ezros is the administrator of Better Living and Care III.

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