The Gardens at Park Balboa

The Gardens at Park Balboa is an Assisted Living Home in California

The Gardens at Park… is an Assisted Living Home in California

The Gardens at Park Balboa

7046 Kester Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405 View Map

The Gardens at Park Balboa is an Assisted Living Home in California

The Gardens at Park… is an Assisted Living Home in California

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Overview of The Gardens at Park Balboa

A unique senior living community settled on the serene grounds of Kester Avenue, Van Nuys, CA, The Gardens at Park Balboa offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and adult day programs. Live in comfort and elegance within the beautifully designed and spacious accommodations in diverse floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments. The community exceeds expectations in lending extra hands for seniors to receive top-tier care and assistance tailored to their ever-changing needs and desires.

The Gardens at Park Balboa encourage residents to maintain an active and socially engaged lifestyle for leisure and wellness. Live an active and well-engaged lifestyle with incredible amenities and luxurious spaces. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The Gardens at Park Balboa are ideal for seniors aiming to live independently while receiving the utmost guidance from the community.

Home Information The Gardens at Park Balboa
Bed community size
120-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
18+ years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 71 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
86%
Occupied Beds
103 of 120
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.

California average: 71%

License Status
LICENSED
Facility Type
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
License Date
September 20, 1999

Additional licensing details

County: LOS ANGELES

Ownership & operating entity

The Gardens at Park Balboa is legally operated by PARK BALBOA, LP, GARRETT LOUBE, MANAGING PARTNER.

Nonprofit ownership: No

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Types of Care at The Gardens at Park Balboa

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for ALFs) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

24 visits/inspections

25 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

5 routine inspections

4 other visits

California average: 14 visits/inspections

17 citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

California average: 9 citations

Inspection Report Summary for The Gardens at Park Balboa

The California Department of Social Services conducted a series of unannounced visits to GARDENS AT PARK BALBOA (Facility #197602434) over a two‑year period. Across four separate reports, the facility demonstrated generally satisfactory compliance with resident hygiene and billing procedures, while a single substantiated finding highlighted a deficiency in medication‑administration training. The repeated assessments provide a clear picture of the facility’s operational strengths and a focused area requiring remediation.

During the April 2021 visit, an evaluator discovered that one of four staff members who assisted with medication administration lacked current certification and documentation of required training. This shortfall was deemed a substantiated violation of California Health and Safety Code section 1569.69. The administrator committed to submitting complete training records and to ensuring that all staff receive the requisite education within four weeks, with a corrective action deadline of April 20 2021. Failure to correct this deficiency could trigger civil penalties, underscoring the importance of timely compliance.

All other complaints investigated during these visits—concerns about residents’ personal hygiene and allegations of overcharging—were found to be unsubstantiated. Observations and record reviews indicated that residents were satisfied with shower schedules, that staff maintained appropriate grooming routines, and that billing statements reflected accurate charges without evidence of improper or additional fees. The consistency of these findings across multiple inspections suggests reliable adherence to standards for resident care and financial transparency, with the medication‑training issue remaining the sole area of regulatory concern.

Places of interest near The Gardens at Park Balboa

Address 54.5 miles from city center

Address 7046 Kester Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91405

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Comparison Chart

Compare Assisted Living around Los Angeles County
The Gardens at Park Balboa
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

RC

Respite Care

Van Nuys
120
No
71
PARK BALBOA, LP, GARRETT LOUBE, MANAGING PARTNER
85.8%
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
A Kind Heart Senior Care
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Granada Hills
-
No
37
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
AAA Quality
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Panorama City
-
No
40
-
-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Dream Care Home
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Norwalk
6 Residents
No
87
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-
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Golden Harvest Care Homes
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Hawthorne
6
No
76
GOLDEN HARVEST CARE HOMES, LLC
100.0%
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Guides for Better Senior Living

From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
  • Services: 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)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
  • General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
CA ALW
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
CA CARES
  • 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
California IHSS

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
CA MSSP

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
CA PTP

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, 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 Specifics:
    Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
CA ALW

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
CA CARES

California CARES Program

Requirements:
  • 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 Specifics:
    High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
CA LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics:
    High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).

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