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Foothill Retirement
Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Tujunga, CA
Residents enjoying time together in the garden Cozy common area with seating and piano Common area with seating and decor in a senior living facility Covered patio area with seating and plants

Foothill Retirement

Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Tujunga, CA
6720 St Estaban St, Tujunga, CA 91042 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Foothill Retirement

Located on the picturesque landscapes of Esteban Street, Tujunga, CA, Foothill Retirement is an astounding senior living community that provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Prioritizing seniors’ comfort and wellness, the community features purposely crafted and spacious accommodations. Spend your golden years doing what you love with exceptional care and support from a kind and compassionate team.

Foothill Retirement goes above and beyond to ensure residents have the finest experience, conducting stimulating activities and engaging programs for enjoyment and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals satisfying dietary requirements and preferences. Foothill Retirement is great for seniors looking to live a well-rounded lifestyle with its serene spaces and scenic views.

Facility Direct Line (818) 353-3350
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Bed community size
72-bed community Rank #975 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 975th out of 1644 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
10 years in operation Rank #669 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 669th out of 1497 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: 75 / 100 Rank #562 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 562nd 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #499 / 1492Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 499th 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.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
60 / 72
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusClosed
IssuanceNovember 17, 2015
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Foothill Retirement is legally operated by Foothill Retirement Operator LLC and Paradise Of N Vly, and administered by Maria Cabrera.

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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 2020 · 6 years of data 8 citations 16 total visits 10 complaint visits 5 official inspections 8 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.

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

Rank #973 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 973rd out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 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: 75 out of 100. Letter grade C. 6 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 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Official inspections (25% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (at CA avg)
• Total visits (at CA avg) 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (20% below)
• Citations per inspection (85% below)
• Complaint visits (23% below)
• Other visits (86% below)
• Complaint investigations (20% 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. 810 This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% 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. 43 This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 33% worse Rank #829 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 829th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 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. 44 This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
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. 1616 This facility has total visits in line with the California average (16 vs. CA avg 16).— At avg
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1013 This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #845 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 845th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 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. 17 This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 810 This facility has 20% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 20% better

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

  • The December 13, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with licensing standards including fire safety and infection control.
  • The November 4, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated medication mishandling with failure to administer prescribed medications daily, resulting in citations for personnel training deficiencies.
  • The November 18, 2023 annual inspection cited one deficiency for hot water temperatures exceeding safe limits, posing a health and safety risk to residents.
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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tujunga's city center to Foothill Retirement's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

Foothill Retirement is located in Tujunga, 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.
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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 Foothill Retirement

Who is the owner of Foothill Retirement?

Foothill Retirement is legally operated by Foothill Retirement Operator LLC and Paradise Of N Vly, and administered by Maria Cabrera.

Is Foothill Retirement in a walkable area?

Foothill Retirement has a walk score of 75. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Foothill Retirement?

Foothill Retirement's occupancy is 83%.

How long has Foothill Retirement been in business?

Foothill Retirement has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Foothill Retirement?

No, Foothill Retirement has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Foothill Retirement?

Maria Cabrera is the administrator of Foothill Retirement.

How many beds does Foothill Retirement have?

Foothill Retirement has 72 beds.

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