Pricing ranges from
    $4,782 – 5,738/month

    Tita Guest House

    8437 Vanalden Avenue, Northridge, CA, 91324
    4.7 · 23 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Compassionate attentive care despite surroundings

    I'm very satisfied-staff were warm, attentive and quick to help, knew how to handle mood swings and even staged calming activities to keep Mom comfortable. They provided dependable personal care (toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming), 24/7 monitoring for wandering, timely meds and doctor appointments (convenient van), and personalized, diabetes-friendly meals that eased my worry. Onsite activities and a social atmosphere improved Mom's mood and gave her peaceful last days; communication and billing were organized and stress-reducing. Only downside: the building and some rooms are older, small and a bit dingy, but the quality of care far exceeded my expectations and I would use them again.

    Pricing

    $4,782+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $5,738+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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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

    4.74 · 23 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      3.8
    • Value

      4.4

    Pros

    • Friendly, hospitable and attentive staff
    • Well-trained caregivers experienced with dementia and mood swings
    • 24/7 monitoring and strong end-of-life care
    • Reliable appointment coordination and medication management
    • Onsite access van for transportation to appointments
    • Handicapped-accessible amenities and services inside the facility
    • Assistance with ADLs (toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming)
    • Cozy rooms and a social environment that reduces loneliness
    • Engaging onsite activities and entertainment (reading, movies)
    • Meals personalized and aligned with medical/diabetes needs
    • Organized, efficient administration and smooth billing
    • Budget-friendly and reasonable pricing
    • Clear communication and emotional support for families
    • Facility described as well-maintained despite older building

    Cons

    • Transport vehicle is not wheelchair-accessible; transferring residents to car difficult
    • Wandering risk and some safety concerns for residents with dementia
    • Rooms described as small, dingy, or not very homey
    • Common areas (living room) can be crowded and cramped
    • Older building with some areas not up to modern standards
    • Limited space leading to occasional crowding

    Summary review

    Overall impression: The reviews present a strongly positive overall sentiment toward Tita Guest House, with repeatedly emphatic praise for the staff, quality of day-to-day care, and the facility’s ability to support families during end-of-life situations. Caregivers and administrative staff are described as hospitable, immediately responsive, emotionally supportive, and skilled—especially in handling residents with dementia, mood swings, and complex needs. Many reviewers emphasize that their loved ones were better occupied, calmer, and in some cases improved during or after a stay. The combination of attentive staff, consistent monitoring, and focused end-of-life care is a recurring and distinguishing theme.

    Staff and caregiving: Reviews consistently highlight exceptional bedside care and interpersonal warmth. Caregivers are described as prompt, alert, thoughtful, and effective at managing challenging behaviors (including staged engagement to calm residents). Several accounts mention 24/7 monitoring, timely medication administration, assistance with activities of daily living (toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, changing linens), and close coordination of doctor visits. Families report clear and proactive communication from specific staff members, regular updates, and emotional support during difficult times. Multiple reviewers specifically praised the facility for staying with residents until the end and for creating a peaceful, dignified environment during last days.

    Medical support and logistics: The facility receives positive comments for its medication management, appointment scheduling and coordination, and adherence to doctors’ dietary recommendations. Reviewers note the staff’s ability to get residents to appointments on time and to communicate about prescriptions and changes in health. An onsite access van is frequently cited as a convenience for appointments and outings; overall, the facility’s systems reduce caregiver stress and are characterized as organized and efficient.

    Facilities and accessibility: Internally, the facility is reported to be handicapped-accessible and equipped with amenities that support mobility-impaired residents. Common areas include large open spaces for walking and social interaction. Rooms are described as cozy and small; some reviewers call the rooms comfortable and intimate, while others say they are cramped, dingy, or not particularly homey. The building is repeatedly described as older but generally well-maintained. Several reviewers said the facility is accommodating and reliable, while noting that the older infrastructure occasionally shows its age.

    Transportation and safety concerns: A notable pattern of concern centers on transportation and safety. While the access van is useful, reviewers repeatedly state that the van or car used for outings is not wheelchair-accessible, creating difficulty transferring residents from wheelchairs to vehicles. Safety concerns include wandering risk for residents with dementia and occasional crowding that may contribute to monitoring challenges. These issues emerge as the principal negatives amid otherwise positive accounts of care.

    Dining, activities and social environment: Meals receive favorable mentions for being aligned with medical advice (including diabetes-friendly and personalized meal planning), which reduces family worry about nutrition. Onsite activities, reading and movie amenities, and a social environment that helps combat loneliness are repeatedly cited benefits. Reviewers attribute improved mood and engagement to these programs and commonly note that activities help occupy residents and reduce agitation.

    Management, cost and family experience: Administratively, the facility is characterized as organized, efficient, and straightforward with billing. Pricing is consistently described as reasonable and budget-friendly, making the facility an attractive value given the level of care and support. Families appreciate the emotional reassurance the staff provides and the reduction of stress through dependable service. Several reviewers explicitly say they would use the service again or highly recommend Tita Guest House.

    Summary assessment and recommendations: In summary, Tita Guest House is strongly recommended by reviewers for its compassionate, skilled staff, comprehensive daily care, reliable medical coordination, and family-focused communication—especially notable in its end-of-life support. The main areas to address are transportation accessibility (provide a wheelchair-accessible vehicle or safer transfer solutions), attention to common-area crowding, and updating or refreshing some rooms and parts of the older building to make spaces feel more home-like. Overall, for families prioritizing attentive, dementia-capable caregiving and steady medical coordination at a reasonable price, Tita Guest House consistently meets and often exceeds expectations, with the caveat of some physical space and transport limitations that prospective residents should consider.

    Location

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    About Tita Guest House

    Tita Guest House is a residential care home located in the Northridge area of Los Angeles. It is positioned conveniently close to a major hospital, allowing for peace of mind in case of medical needs. The care home provides an environment that emphasizes security, comfort, and well-being for its residents. As a micro-community home care setting, Tita Guest House fosters a close-knit atmosphere where individualized attention and support are at the core of its approach.

    Residents at Tita Guest House benefit from a range of assisted living services designed to enhance daily living and ensure holistic support. The staff, both skilled and non-skilled, is known for offering compassionate care tailored to residents’ needs. Skilled staff members focus on health monitoring, while untrained staff provide non-medical assistance such as meal preparation, laundry services, regular checkups, and medication reminders. These services are delivered with the intention of promoting independence while also giving residents the assurance they need to enjoy their day-to-day lives.

    The living accommodations at Tita Guest House include semi-private rooms as well as one-bedroom options, catering to different preferences and levels of desired privacy. In addition to personalized care, the home offers a variety of amenities that promote a comfortable lifestyle and a sense of belonging among residents. Services can be extended to include help with bathing and transportation, helping residents maintain their routines and connections in the surrounding community.

    Tita Guest House is dedicated to creating an environment where nutritious meals are provided as an integral part of daily life, with careful attention paid to the balance of vitamins and minerals. The home also makes it a priority to initiate regular checkups on residents’ well-being, ensuring that their health and happiness are consistently monitored. The focus on compassionate, affordable support makes Tita Guest House a thoughtful choice for seniors seeking a blend of independence, safety, and community in a residential care home environment.

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