Westlake Convalescent Hospital

    316 S Westlake Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90057
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing
    3.0ยท20 reviews

    Attentive staff improved care outcomes

    My dad works there as a security guard, and I've seen firsthand how attentive the gate staff and entire team are. Nurses and therapists are kind and communicative-weekly updates, virus monitoring, improved meals and therapy helped remove a feeding tube and boost strength-overall a warm, high-quality environment I'm very happy with, with just a few minor things that could be tightened.

    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
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    2.95ยท(20)

    Overall rating

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

      2.5
    • Staff

      2.3
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate nursing staff
    • Effective physical and occupational therapy programs
    • Documented clinical improvement and device discontinuation
    • Improved meal quality and regular meal service
    • Proactive family communication with weekly updates
    • Active infection and virus monitoring protocols
    • Supportive non-nursing staff and interdisciplinary teamwork
    • Strong staff work ethic and resident-centered culture

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and CNA shortages
    • Delayed call-response and bedside assistance
    • Incontinence-care delays and inconsistent repositioning practices
    • Variability in care quality between day and night shifts
    • Gaps in sanitation and cleanliness in resident areas
    • Weak personal-property and laundry controls
    • Limited interior security presence and access-control gaps
    • Inconsistent clinical escalation practices and frequent hospital transfers
    • Management and administrative oversight deficiencies
    • Allegations of serious clinical misconduct and regulatory scrutiny

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a mixed picture of care quality at this facility. Several accounts describe effective clinical services: engaged nurses, active therapy and rehabilitation programs, and documented resident improvement in strength and function, including discontinuation of assistive devices. Families who experienced regular communication noted weekly updates and visible coordination between clinical and non-clinical staff. Infection surveillance and virus monitoring were also mentioned as active practices.

    At the same time, there are consistent operational concerns that prospective residents and families should evaluate. Staffing levels and the availability of CNAs are described as inconsistent, which reviewers linked to delays responding to call systems and to variable timeliness of personal-care tasks. Multiple comments pointed to delays in incontinence care and inconsistent repositioning practices, as well as variability in the quality of care between day and night shifts. Some reviewers also identified gaps in wound- and skin-condition management.

    Dining and therapy were areas of relative strength for many reviewers: meal quality was described as improved, and rehabilitation services were credited with helping residents regain strength and function. Non-nursing staff and interdisciplinary teamwork were also highlighted positively, with observers noting a strong work ethic among many employees and an overall environment that some found supportive.

    Facility and security concerns were raised in several summaries. Cleanliness and sanitation in resident areas were described as inconsistent, and there were accounts of lost clothing and personal items that point to weaknesses in property and laundry controls. Security presence appears limited inside the building in some descriptions, with formal security activity focused more on external areas.

    Management and oversight emerge as a recurring theme. Reviewers cited communication breakdowns, perceived secrecy by some staff, and uneven supervisory follow-through. There are mentions of frequent emergency transfers to hospitals and concerns about clinical escalation protocols; a subset of summaries referenced allegations of serious clinical misconduct and indicated that external records or scrutiny exist. Additionally, reviewers described notable differences in care experience depending on shift and staff on duty, suggesting gaps in training, staffing consistency, or supervision.

    Taken together, the pattern suggests that while the facility can deliver effective rehabilitation and has staff members who provide compassionate care and strong family communication, there are operational weaknesses that affect reliability and safety for some residents. Families considering this facility should ask specific, observable questions during a tour: current staffing ratios by shift, average call-button response times, skin- and wound-care protocols, laundry and property-tracking procedures, internal security arrangements, frequency and reasons for hospital transfers, and how management addresses incidents and family complaints. Observing care during both daytime and evening visits and reviewing any available regulatory records may help clarify whether the facilityโ€™s strengths align with a prospective residentโ€™s needs.

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    Medicare Ratings

    5ยท/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Westlake Convalescent Hospital is located at 316 S Westlake Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90057.

    About Westlake Convalescent Hospital

    Westlake Convalescent Hospital is a medium-sized, for-profit skilled nursing facility in Los Angeles that offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. The facility is designed to accommodate 114 residents and is corporately owned, participating in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. Known for its comprehensive approach to senior care, Westlake Convalescent Hospital provides individualized medical assistance and daily living support for adults who require ongoing supervision, therapy, and clinical oversight.

    Residents at Westlake Convalescent Hospital benefit from a structured environment where the focus is on maintaining and improving their ability to function independently whenever possible. The nursing staff is available around the clock, with an average of six and a half hours of nurse staffing provided for each resident per day, ensuring that both medical and non-medical needs are met. This strong staffing protocol carries through weekends as well, reflecting a commitment to consistent care. A high percentage of residents maintain self-care abilities, and the facility reports a very low rate of falls resulting in major injuries. Preventive health measures are prioritized, with all residents receiving annual flu vaccinations.

    The facility also specializes in rehabilitation for patients transitioning from hospital stays following events such as strokes, heart attacks, infections, or accidental injuries. Short-term recovery programs are tailored to help individuals regain strength and confidence so they can return home whenever possible. At the same time, the hospital is structured to support those who need ongoing long-term care, providing assistance with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and bathroom needs, as well as medication management and therapy.

    To maintain a nurturing and safe environment, Westlake Convalescent Hospital implements regular infection prevention and control measures and adheres to food service standards designed to meet the specific nutritional and physical needs of its residents. Residentsโ€™ personal and medical records are managed with strict confidentiality to protect privacy. Each residentโ€™s dignity, autonomy, and preferences are recognized and respected in care planning and daily interactions.

    While ensuring clinical excellence, Westlake Convalescent Hospital also emphasizes the importance of a homelike atmosphere, with efforts to keep living areas clean, comfortable, and welcoming. The facility operates under state and national health, safety, and fire protection standards, undergoing routine inspections and making necessary improvements to maintain a high standard of care. Rehabilitation therapies, nursing care competencies, and the avoidance of accident hazards are continually monitored to safeguard resident well-being.

    Westlake Convalescent Hospital provides a full spectrum of supportive and restorative services within a compassionate and attentive setting. By combining skilled nursing care with a focus on personal dignity and holistic wellness, the hospital aims to help every resident achieve their best possible quality of life whether they are recovering from an illness or injury or require long-term health management.

    People often ask...

    Westlake Convalescent Hospital offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    The full address for this community is 316 S Westlake Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90057.

    No, Westlake Convalescent Hospital 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.

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