Azalea House

    1952 Maiden Ln, Altadena, CA 91001
    • Assisted Living

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    Reviews

    5.00·(7)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.9
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.7
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive staff
    • RN-owned clinical oversight
    • Welcoming, family-like atmosphere
    • Clean, well-maintained interior
    • Attractive design with garden and walking paths
    • On-site physical-therapy and exercise space
    • Home-cooked meals
    • Engaging activities and social programming
    • Peaceful, residential setting
    • Responsive owner/management communication
    • Emphasis on resident well-being and health progress
    • Provides family peace of mind

    Cons

    • Limited capacity for high-acuity medical care
    • Small residential scale limiting specialized services
    • Limited publicly available information on pricing and staffing ratios

    Summary of reviews

    Across the summaries provided, Azalea House presents as a small, home-style board-and-care with strong emphasis on personal attention and a residential atmosphere. Care quality is described as attentive and health-focused: an RN owner is noted for clinical oversight, staff are characterized as compassionate and responsive, and families report observable health and well-being improvements for residents. The facility’s model and staffing appear oriented toward individualized, low- to moderate-acuity needs rather than complex medical interventions.

    Staff and management receive consistent positive mention. Reviewers highlight respectful, engaged caregiving and quick, clear communication from ownership and leadership. The tone used to describe interactions is familial and reassuring, and staff involvement in resident activity and daily routines is emphasized as a driver of improved mood and reduced family stress. Management responsiveness is frequently cited as a source of confidence for families.

    Dining and activities are presented as strengths of the home-like environment. Home-cooked meals and a variety of available activities are noted alongside specific amenities such as a physical-therapy/exercise space, which supports ongoing mobility and wellness. Programming appears geared toward engagement and quality-of-life, with both indoor social opportunities and outdoor features like walking paths and a garden contributing to a peaceful daily routine.

    The physical environment is consistently described as attractive, clean, and well maintained. Multiple references to immaculate condition and thoughtful design suggest attention to sanitation and aesthetics appropriate for a small residential setting. The combination of bright, home-like interiors and accessible outdoor spaces reinforces the residential, non-institutional character highlighted by reviewers.

    Notable patterns and operational considerations: the home-style, board-and-care model delivers a high-touch, family-oriented experience but also implies limitations typical of smaller residential providers. Inferred constraints include reduced capacity for high-acuity medical needs and fewer on-site specialized services compared with larger skilled nursing facilities. Additionally, publicly available detail on pricing, care contracts, and exact staffing ratios is limited in the summaries, which prospective families may wish to clarify during a visit. Overall, the aggregated feedback portrays Azalea House as a well-maintained, warmly staffed option for residents needing supportive, community-focused care at a lower-acuity level; families considering placement should confirm clinical capabilities and administrative terms to ensure alignment with specific medical and logistical needs.

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    Location

    Azalea House is located at 1952 Maiden Ln, Altadena, CA, 91001.

    People often ask...

    Azalea House offers assisted living.

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    The full address for this community is 1952 Maiden Ln, Altadena, CA 91001.

    No, Azalea House does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number197610706
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeAZALEA HOUSE LLC
    EffectiveMay 13th, 2025
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    Inspection Reports

    8

    Reports

    2

    Type A Citations

    3

    Type B Citations

    2

    Complaints

    1

    Years

    07 Jun 2026Inspection
    Identified two deficiencies: staff member worked without approved criminal background clearance and a resident's medical assessment was unsigned by a licensed professional.
    • Type ACCR 87355(e)(3)c)Criminal Record Clearance
    • Type BCCR 87458(a)Medical Assessment
    07 Jun 2026Complaint
    Investigated the allegations and found no evidence of violations.
    12 Jan 2026Inspection
    Identified that an employee claimed to be administrator without a valid administrator certificate and no proof available in staff records.
    • Type B87207
    12 Jan 2026Complaint
    Investigated the allegation regarding administrator qualifications. Found no deficiencies.
    07 Nov 2025Inspection
    Identified that medication, sharps, and toxic chemicals were not securely stored and were accessible, creating a potential safety risk to residents.
    • Type A87465(h)(2)
    • Type B87309(a)
    05 Nov 2025Inspection
    Observed that medication, sharps, and toxic chemicals were stored unlocked and accessible to residents.
    02 May 2025Inspection
    Observed that the building met regulatory standards during a pre-licensing visit, with safety features, sleeping rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and common areas; fire clearance supported a six-resident capacity.
    23 Jan 2025Inspection
    Identified COMP II interview and documentation verification for initial licensing, with zero residents in care at the time, and review of licensing areas including operation, staffing, and emergency preparedness.

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