Pricing ranges from
    $4,849 – 5,818/month

    Elite Care Homes

    5602 Whitewood Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712
    • Assisted Living

    Caring staff clean airy facility

    I'm very pleased with this facility. The staff are top-notch-caring, respectful, gentle (many Spanish-speaking) and very attentive; residents are taken to the patio/park and not left in beds. The home is clean, airy and well-lit, wheelchair-accessible with ramps, private and shared rooms (L-shaped layout, individual doors) and the owners are friendly with amazing food. Overall excellent, with only a couple minor quibbles keeping it from perfect.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.73·(15)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      4.7

    Pros

    • Friendly, caring and respectful staff
    • Attentive and gentle caregivers
    • Clean, airy and well-lit facility
    • Wheelchair accessible with ramps
    • Private and shared room options
    • Residents actively taken to patio and park
    • Family visits are supported
    • Owners are friendly and approachable
    • Spanish-speaking staff available
    • Thoughtful room layout (L-shaped, individual room doors)
    • Multiple bathrooms (three)
    • High-quality, praised dining/food

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment The collected review summaries for Elite Care Homes are overwhelmingly positive. Reviewers consistently emphasize the quality of staff and the cleanliness and comfort of the physical environment. Multiple comments that explicitly recommend the facility and call the staff "top-notch" or "exactly what I am looking for" indicate high overall satisfaction among reviewers. There are no explicit negative comments in the summaries provided.

    Care quality and daily life Care quality is a dominant theme: reviewers describe caregivers as attentive, gentle, caring and respectful. Specific behavioral details—such as residents not being left in beds and being taken outdoors to the patio and park—suggest active, person-centered day-to-day care and attention to residents' mobility and social needs. The presence of family visits is noted positively, implying staff support for family involvement and regular social contact. Taken together, these comments indicate a facility where resident dignity and active engagement are priorities.

    Staff and management Staff and ownership receive repeated praise. Reviewers call the staff friendly and caring, and they specifically mention that the owners are nice, which points to a positive culture at multiple levels of the organization. The availability of Spanish-speaking staff is noted, which is an important practical benefit for Spanish-speaking residents and families. Frequent descriptors—"wonderful staff," "top-notch staff," "kind"—suggest strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a compassionate approach from caregivers and management alike.

    Facilities and accommodations Physical facility attributes are highlighted in multiple reviews: the home is described as clean, airy, and well-lit. Accessibility features such as ramps and wheelchair access are explicitly mentioned, which is relevant for residents with mobility needs. The facility layout is described as L-shaped with individual room doors, and reviewers reference both private and shared room options as well as three bathrooms—details that help portray the home's scale and design. Overall, the facility appears to be maintained to a high standard and arranged to support resident privacy and accessibility.

    Dining, activities and social life Dining receives positive attention with reviewers calling the food "amazing." Although detailed descriptions of meal programs are not provided, this recurring praise indicates satisfaction with the quality of meals. Activities are implied by comments about residents being taken to the patio and park; those notes indicate opportunities for outdoor time and social interaction rather than prolonged bed confinement. The combination of good food and outdoor/social opportunities points to a focus on quality of life.

    Notable patterns, gaps, and limitations The reviews show a consistent pattern of positive commentary across staff behavior, facility cleanliness, accessibility, and dining. However, no negative themes or specific concerns appear in the sample provided. At the same time, some commonly important topics are not addressed in these summaries: there are no explicit mentions of medical or nursing care levels (e.g., skilled nursing, medication management), staffing ratios or turnover, emergency procedures, clinical outcomes, pricing and contract terms, or formal activity schedules. Because those aspects are not discussed in the supplied summaries, this analysis cannot assess them.

    Conclusion Based on the available review summaries, Elite Care Homes presents as a clean, accessible, and well-managed residential care setting with compassionate, attentive staff and praised meals. The home appears family-friendly and linguistically accommodating (Spanish-speaking staff), and reviewers frequently recommend it. Prospective residents and families should view these comments as strong positive indicators but may wish to follow up with the facility about clinical services, staffing levels, emergency protocols, pricing and other operational details that were not reported in these summaries.

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    Location

    Map showing location of Elite Care Homes

    Elite Care Homes is located at 5602 Whitewood Ave, Lakewood, CA, 90712.

    About Elite Care Homes

    Amos Home Care is a senior living and assisted living facility located in Lakewood, California, specializing in providing supportive care for its residents in a home-like, comfortable setting. Designed to cater to seniors who require assistance with daily activities while preserving their independence, Amos Home Care offers a warm, nurturing environment that ensures each resident feels valued and cared for. The residence is intimate, accommodating a maximum of six assisted living units, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere where individualized attention is a priority.

    The care home is thoughtfully arranged to support the unique needs of older adults, with accessibility and safety in mind. Residents at Amos Home Care benefit from a variety of amenities and services tailored to enhance their daily living. These may include assistance with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, as well as medication management, meal preparation with attention to dietary needs, and housekeeping. The engaging and supportive staff are attentive to residents' preferences and routines, creating personalized care plans that promote well-being and dignity.

    The setting within Lakewood provides a peaceful neighborhood ambiance, encouraging a sense of security and belonging. Socialization and meaningful activities are encouraged to keep residents active and connected, while still respecting personal space and privacy. With its small capacity, Amos Home Care is able to offer more individualized interaction, allowing residents and caregivers to build trusting relationships over time.

    Amos Home Care also places importance on communication with families, ensuring that loved ones are kept informed and involved in the care process. The staff are dedicated to maintaining a high standard of comfort and support, understanding that each resident’s needs can change over time. As a result, they strive to adapt their services promptly, helping residents age in place within a familiar and caring environment.

    For seniors and their families exploring options for assisted living in the Lakewood area, Amos Home Care stands out for its commitment to creating a supportive, homelike setting where quality of life is nurtured every day.

    People often ask...

    Elite Care Homes offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,849 per month.

    Elite Care Homes offers assisted living and board and care.

    There are 20 photos of Elite Care Homes on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 5602 Whitewood Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712.

    No, Elite Care Homes 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 number198603457
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity6 residents
    LicenseeD'GRAND BOARD AND CARE CORPORATION
    EffectiveAugust 13th, 2021
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    Inspection Reports

    18

    Reports

    21

    Type A Citations

    30

    Type B Citations

    1

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    19 Dec 2025Inspection
    Identified failure to report a resident's hospitalization to licensing and lack of a dementia care plan in the plan of operation. Also noted that a staff member did not have a required criminal background clearance.
    • Type A87355(e)(2)
    • Type B87211(a)(1)(D)
    • Type B87208(a)
    19 Dec 2025Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that resident needs were not being met. Interviews and records indicated staff cared for residents and no immediate health or safety threats were observed.
    07 Sept 2025Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to missing prescribed medications for two residents and the absence of quarterly emergency drills.
    • Type B87465(c)(2)
    • Type B1569.695(c)
    07 Sept 2025Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to care of bedridden residents requiring a valid fire clearance and to personnel records, with correction deadlines past due.
    • Type A87606(c)
    • Type B87412(f)
    28 Aug 2025Inspection
    Identified several safety and record-keeping deficiencies at the home, including an unsecured knife, bedrails lacking physician orders for several residents, absence of bedridden fire clearance, and missing staff training and administrator records.
    • Type A87309(a)
    • Type A87606(c)
    • Type A87608(a)(3)
    • Type B87412(f)
    • Type B1569.625(b)(1)
    12 Sept 2024Inspection
    Identified that personnel records for all staff were not maintained on-site as required.
    • Type B87412(g)
    27 Aug 2024Inspection
    Observed operations within the approved license for residents, with adequate food supplies, functional safety devices, and proper medication storage.
    05 Sept 2023Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies in medical documentation, medication management, and resident records, including missing physician signatures, incomplete assessments, and unsecured medications.
    • Type A87465(a)(4)
    • Type A87465(h)(2)
    • Type B87465(f)(1)(2)(3)
    • Type B87459(a)
    • Type B87208(a)(7)(A)
    • Type B87608(a)(3)
    • Type B87465(c)(1)
    • Type B87457(c)
    • Type B87458(a)
    • Type B87608(a)(5)(B)
    • Type B87468(c)(2)(A)
    • Type B87412(a)
    • Type B87458(b)(1)
    • Type B1569.605
    01 Sept 2022Inspection
    Observed adequate food supplies, secure medication storage, functioning safety devices, and adherence to infection control measures; no deficiencies were observed.
    27 Jul 2021Inspection
    Identified a missing physician written order for half bed rails used as postural supports for a resident.
    • Type A87608(a)(3)
    27 Jul 2021Inspection
    Followed up on prior concerns by reviewing bedding in bedrooms, backyard cleanliness, and resident documentation. A doctor's order for bed rails was provided, and the fire clearance remained unchanged.
    01 Jul 2021Inspection
    Identified a safety concern due to a resident using half-bed rails without a physician's written order. This was observed and documented during a follow-up review of resident records.
    • Type A87608(a)(3)
    01 Jul 2021Inspection
    Observed several safety concerns and missing resident documentation during an unannounced case management visit.
    07 Jun 2021Inspection
    Identified several serious deficiencies related to fire clearance, maintenance and operation, and medication handling. Some were cleared, and one issue remained unresolved.
    • Type A87200(a)(2)
    • Type A87303(e)(2)
    • Type A87465(e)
    • Type A87465(h)(2)
    26 May 2021Inspection
    Identified multiple safety and documentation issues, including a nonworking exit door auditory device, medications and cleaning chemicals not locked, and an incomplete first aid kit. Noted discrepancies between resident counts and official records.
    26 May 2021Inspection
    Found health and safety deficiencies, including hot water over the allowed range, an unlocked medication cabinet with PRN meds lacking physician orders, and missing annual medical assessments and appraisals for several residents.
    • Type A87202(a)
    • Type A87303(e)(2)
    • Type A87465(e)
    • Type A87465(h)(2)
    • Type B87465(i)
    • Type B87705(c)(5)
    • Type B87705(c)(6)
    • Type B87458(b)(6)
    • Type B87457
    • Type B87463
    10 May 2021Inspection
    Identified that the applicant and administrator completed COMP II and demonstrated understanding of license requirements.
    11 Dec 2019Inspection
    Confirmed violation of personal rights during the inspection.
    • Type A87202
    • Type A87303
    • Type A78465
    • Type A87465
    • Type B87465
    • Type B87705
    • Type B87705
    • Type B87458

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