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Specializing in assisted living for seniors, Olive Branch Assisted Living provides a unique blend of individualized care and attention alongside a strong sense of community. Their mission is to empower residents to live life to the fullest with dignity, independence, and social connection.
Olive Branch Assisted Living’s unique feature is their focus on resident engagement. They believe social interaction is vital to well-being with assisted living facilities, so they offer a diverse activity program designed to stimulate mental acuity and foster connections. Residents are encouraged to participate in these enriching programs, shaping their own daily routines. Additionally, resident council meetings provide a forum for residents to share their voices and help shape the community. As important as individualized care and attention is to “quality of life”, we at Olive Branch recognize that individuals cannot thrive without feeling like they are a part of a vibrant and active community.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Olive Branch Assisted Living is legally operated by North Hills Retirement Hotel, Inc., and administrated by Charles Arrieta.
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.
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.
Citations
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 10 | This facility has 60% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 0.8 | 2 | This facility has 60% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.8 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 60% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.2 | 3.3 | This facility has 94% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 94% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 24 | 16 | This facility has 50% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (24 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 50% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 16 | 13 | This facility has 23% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (16 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 23% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 14 | 10 | This facility has 40% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 40% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies cited in the last two annual inspections on May 20, 2025, and January 13, 2024. A single deficiency was substantiated on February 14, 2024, for a broken elevator left unrepaired over ten days, posing safety risks. Multiple complaint investigations since 2023 found all other allegations unsubstantiated, including claims of mistreatment, unlawful eviction, and poor care practices.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
3.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Northridge's city center to Olive Branch Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.8 miles to nearest hospital (Valley Presbyterian Hospital)
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Olive Branch Assisted Living is located in Northridge, California.
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| Olive Branch Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Northridge | 146 | No | 79 | 5 | 16 | 1 | 17 | 57.5% | North Hills Retirement Hotel, Inc. | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Gardens at Northridge |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Northridge | 135 | Yes | 62 | 3 | 18 | - | 3 | 63.7% | Pacifica Devonshire LLC' Devonshire Mgr LLC | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Paradise in the Valley |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Lake Balboa (Northridge) | 6 | No | 67 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 8 | 66.7% | A Paradise In The Valley Inc | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Sherwood Forest (Northridge) |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Northridge | 6 | Yes | 23 | 2 | - | - | 2 | 50.0% | Sweet Home Senior Living Inc | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
Olive Branch Assisted Living is in the Northridge neighborhood of Northridge.
The legal owner and operator of Olive Branch Assisted Living is North Hills Retirement Hotel, Inc..
Olive Branch Assisted Living has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Olive Branch Assisted Living's occupancy is 58%.
Charles Arrieta is the administrator of Olive Branch Assisted Living.
Olive Branch Assisted Living has 146 beds.
Olive Branch Assisted Living has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.
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