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Summerhouse at Ladera Heights sits gracefully in the nation’s film and TV industry on Damask Avenue in Los Angeles. Nestled in a wooded acreage, the facility offers a serene and peaceful setting for memory care. They foster a strong sense of community, creating a place that feels like a cozy cocoon, brimming with character and charm.
Summerhouse offers a range of amenities and services to ensure that residents are happy and well-cared for. They have housekeeping and laundry services to keep the living quarters clean and fresh. The concierge service on-site is available to assist residents with any needs they may have as well, making life easier and more convenient. Moreover, they are a pet-friendly facility, with outside patio gardens that are open and airy, providing a peaceful oasis for residents and their furry friends.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Summer House at Ladera Heights is legally operated by Loo Venture Group, Llc., and administrated by Sherryl Rafols.
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.
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.
12 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
Rank #1119 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1119th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Inspection score: 69 out of 100. Letter grade D+. 12 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)
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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 28 | 10 | This facility has 180% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 180% worse |
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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.
| 9 | 3 | This facility has 200% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 200% worse Rank #1033 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1033rd out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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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.
| 19 | 4 | This facility has 375% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (19 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 375% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 5.6 | 2 | This facility has 180% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (5.6 vs. CA avg 2).↑ 180% worse |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1.9 | 3.3 | This facility has 42% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (1.9 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 42% 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.
| 15 | 16 | This facility has 6% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 6% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 4 | 13 | This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better Rank #529 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 529th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. |
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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.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 14% 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.
| 3 | 10 | This facility has 70% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 70% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
11.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Los Angeles's city center to Summer House at Ladera Heights's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.6 miles to nearest hospital (Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center)
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Summer House at Ladera Heights is located in Los Angeles, California.
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| Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood |
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.
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. | Los Angeles (Westwood) | 240
Facility
240
CA AVG
103
Rank
#100 / 1657 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1345 / 2092 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
Rank
#513 / 1401 | 5 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
13
Rank
#762 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 18
Facility
18
CA AVG
13
Rank
#428 / 1487 |
73.3%
Facility
73.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#763 / 1368 | - | Belmont Village Westwood Tnnt; Belmont Village LP | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Watermark at Westwood Village |
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.
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. | Los Angeles (Westwood) | 237
Facility
237
CA AVG
103
Rank
#104 / 1657 | Yes |
95
Facility
95
CA AVG
57
Rank
#66 / 2092 | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1142 / 1401 | 4 | 20
Facility
20
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1129 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#988 / 1487 |
71.7%
Facility
71.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#807 / 1368 | - | Westwood Sr. Hsg LLC; Atsc II LLC | - |
| Ivy Park at Culver City |
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).
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. | Los Angeles (Culver - West) | 150
Facility
150
CA AVG
103
Rank
#343 / 1657 | Yes |
88
Facility
88
CA AVG
57
Rank
#218 / 2092 | 66
Facility
66
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1218 / 1401 | 3 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1242 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1100 / 1487 |
52.7%
Facility
52.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1197 / 1368 | B+ | Well Ivy 6Tenant,LLC;Oakmont Management Group, LLC | - |
| The Plaza At Westwood Senior Living |
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.
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. | Los Angeles (West Los Angeles) | 136
Facility
136
CA AVG
103
Rank
#453 / 1657 | Yes |
89
Facility
89
CA AVG
57
Rank
#195 / 2092 | 80
Facility
80
CA AVG
81
Rank
#853 / 1401 | 3 | 36
Facility
36
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1300 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#988 / 1487 |
46.3%
Facility
46.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1287 / 1368 | - | Sta Management Inc. | - |
| Summer House at Ladera Heights |
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. | Los Angeles | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1656 / 1657 | No |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#417 / 2092 | 69
Facility
69
CA AVG
81
Rank
#1119 / 1401 | 5 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1033 / 1164 | 14
Facility
14
CA AVG
13
Rank
#511 / 1487 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1 / 1368 | - | Loo Venture Group, LLC. | - |
The legal owner and operator of Summer House at Ladera Heights is Loo Venture Group, Llc..
Summer House at Ladera Heights has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Summer House at Ladera Heights's occupancy is 100%.
Sherryl Rafols is the administrator of Summer House at Ladera Heights.
Summer House at Ladera Heights has 4 beds.
Summer House at Ladera Heights has had 28 recently reported deficiencies.
Yes — there is 1 photo of Summer House at Ladera Heights in the photo gallery on this page.
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