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Lake Balboa Care Center
16955 Vanowen Street, Van Nuys, CA 91406
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Lake Balboa Care Center Description
Lake Balboa Care Center is a community that offers nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 7.1 miles outside the town of San Fernando, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 9.1 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 16 communities. See more information on reviews.
The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.
To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Nursing Home
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Many reviews highlight the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff at Lake Balboa Care Center. Visitors and family members have noted the facility's cleanliness and the caring, professional demeanor of the staff. The rooms are described as nice and cheerful, contributing to a positive environment for the residents.
Several reviewers have expressed satisfaction with the care their loved ones received, mentioning the staff's kindness, responsiveness, and professionalism. The care center is praised for its communication with families, ensuring they are informed about their loved one's condition and care plan. The facility's ability to provide a comfortable and safe environment for rehabilitation and long-term care is frequently mentioned.
However, there are some mixed reviews regarding the quality of care and management. One review detailed a negative experience with inadequate care and communication, suggesting that the facility failed to meet their loved one's healthcare needs. Another review criticized the facility for improper training and poor staff responsiveness.
On the positive side, many reviews commend the facility for its excellent care, with specific mentions of the hardworking and caring staff. The meals provided to patients are also highlighted as good, and the facility itself is described as well-kept and beautiful, with an emphasis on creating a pleasant environment for its residents.
Despite a few negative experiences, the majority of reviews recommend Lake Balboa Care Center for its cleanliness, caring staff, and the quality of care provided. The facility is also noted for its effective communication with families and its ability to create a comfortable and supportive environment for recovery and rehabilitation.
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Health
Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 4
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: May 1, 1972
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 50
Total current residents: 52
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 9
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $650
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-11-20 | 2021-12-10 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2021-11-20 | 2021-12-10 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2021-11-20 | 2021-12-10 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2021-11-20 | 2021-12-10 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2020-02-27 | 2020-04-10 | E | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2020-02-27 | 2020-04-10 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2020-02-27 | 2020-04-10 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2020-02-27 | 2020-04-10 | E | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2020-02-27 | 2020-04-10 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2020-02-27 | 2020-04-10 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish emergency prep training and testing. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish staff and initial training requirements. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. |
| 2019-02-20 | 2019-03-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-25 | 2023-06-09 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2021-11-21 | 2021-12-20 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2021-11-21 | 2021-12-20 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. |
| 2021-11-21 | 2021-12-20 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| 2021-11-21 | 2021-12-20 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2021-11-21 | 2021-12-20 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2021-11-21 | 2021-12-20 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-11-21 | nan | B | Environmental Deficiencies | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. |
| 2022-07-22 | 2022-07-25 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-07-17 | 2022-07-26 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. |
| 2022-05-06 | 2022-06-10 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. |
| 2022-05-06 | 2022-06-10 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2022-02-28 | 2022-03-18 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-02-21 | 2020-03-10 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2020-02-21 | 2020-03-10 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. |
| 2020-02-21 | 2020-03-10 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2020-02-21 | 2020-03-10 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2020-02-21 | 2020-03-10 | B | Environmental Deficiencies | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. |
| 2019-02-15 | 2019-03-12 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. |
| 2019-02-15 | 2019-03-12 | B | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Post nurse staffing information every day. |
| 2019-02-15 | 2019-03-12 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2019-02-15 | 2019-03-12 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2019-02-15 | 2019-03-12 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2019-02-15 | 2019-03-12 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. |
| 2019-02-15 | 2019-03-12 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| 2019-02-15 | nan | B | Environmental Deficiencies | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-08-02 | $650 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is San Fernando which is 7.1 miles away and has a population of 24,931 (small town).
- The average income is $63,634, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 82
- Low Temperature: 57
- Average Temperature: 69.6
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 49 days of rain and 315 days of sun
- Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.56 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 18.0, Moderate Days 131.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 21.0, Unhealthy Days 12.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Food 4 Less
0.6 miles awayRalph's
0.9 miles awayVallarta
1.1 miles awayJons
1.5 miles awayTrader Joe's
1.8 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
LAX Flyaway - DISCONTINUED JAN 2019
1.3 miles awayCE 422 LADOT
2.4 miles away750 Bus to LA Jobs
2.6 miles awayBanks
Chase
1.0 miles awayWells Fargo
2.2 miles awayCalifornia Credit Union
3.0 miles awayCitibank
3.0 miles awayHanmi Bank
3.2 miles awayHospitals
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
2.1 miles awayProvidence Tarzana Medical Center
2.3 miles awayNorthridge Hospital Medical Center
2.4 miles awayEncino Hospital Medical Center
2.6 miles awayMission Community Hospital
3.2 miles awayPharmacies
Rite Aid
0.9 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.7 miles awayCostco Pharmacy
2.5 miles awayWalgreens
2.9 miles awayClinica Medica
3.1 miles awayDentists
Northridge Dental Works
2.6 miles awayNorth Hills Medical Dental
2.6 miles awayVan Nuys Victory Dental
3.2 miles awayNorth Hills Dental
3.4 miles awayDent-All By Dr. Z
3.4 miles awayParks
Quad
0.4 miles awayLake Balboa
0.5 miles awaySepulveda Basin Recreation Area
0.5 miles awayLouise Park
0.6 miles awayBeilenson Park / Lake Balboa Park
0.6 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Wilshire Boulevard Temple
14.6 miles awayThien Hau Temple
17.6 miles awayLa Iglesia de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles
17.8 miles awayShopping
Norwood Shopping Center
3.0 miles awaySherman Oaks Galleria
3.4 miles awayPanorama Mall
3.6 miles awayWestfield Fashion Square Mall
4.4 miles awayPlaza Di Northridge
4.5 miles awayCulture
Performing Arts
2.4 miles awayYounes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts
3.2 miles awayoutdoor stage
4.3 miles awayPerforming Arts Center
4.4 miles awayMadrid Theater
5.6 miles awayRestaurants
The Lake House
1.0 miles awayCravingFish
1.0 miles awaySpringbok
1.1 miles awayrestaurant/bar/banquet hall
1.7 miles awayWest Valley Cafe
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