High Valley Lodge sits at 7912 Topley Ln, Sunland, CA, and the place feels peaceful and friendly right off the bat, with folks saying the front yard is cute and the neighborhood's nice and quiet, and if you walk inside you'll see wide, comfortable hallways and lots of big windows letting in sunlight from those outside patios, where residents often garden and enjoy the shade from thick trees and palm plants, plus there are places to sit or join in community-sponsored activities or just watch birds. The facility is family-owned and has been run since 1989, aiming to have a home-like setting for people needing different levels of help, from independent living for seniors wanting some freedom and no housework, to assisted living for help with daily things like bathing or dressing, and even more hands-on care through their skilled nursing facility for folks recovering from illness, surgery, or needing long-term medical support because they're very frail or have chronic conditions. If someone's got memory problems like Alzheimer's or similar dementias, the memory care wing's set up so staff can guide residents safely, help avoid confusion, and reduce wandering, offering activities and routines that promote comfort and mental wellness.
Nursing care is available around the clock, with staff that includes a Director of Nursing and Registered Nurses who check on residents regularly, manage medications, handle pain management, and provide specialized treatments like occupational, physical, or speech therapy for those working to regain strength or independence after being in the hospital, and there's an emergency call system in every room so help can come fast if needed-residents also get help eating, transferring in and out of bed, and managing other health issues like diabetes, bowel and bladder training, or even psychiatric care through on-call consultants. They've got good inspection grades, and families can join resident and family councils to help guide the community's life, which folks say feels joyful thanks to a caring staff and plenty of activities-things like fitness classes, singing, games, and resident-led groups happen daily, keeping everyone connected. Gardens and patios outside let folks water plants or sit together, and the outdoor space is well cared for, providing sun or shade as needed with lots of room for taking walks.
For daily living, High Valley Lodge has amenities like restaurant-style meals made with good ingredients, a beauty salon, cable or satellite TV, Wi-Fi, furnished apartments with kitchenettes, and a library for those who want to read or look at magazines, and light housekeeping keeps things clean. They provide home health and home care services too, so if someone wants to stay in their own home but needs help, trained aides can come by and give companionship and support, and if things get more complicated, hospice care and social service support helps with extra needs like planning discharges, getting to doctor or dental visits, or sorting through theft prevention or medication questions. The place takes in around 50 residents, keeping things smaller for a close-knit feel, and their whole approach is focused on personalized care, knowing every resident by name, and trying to bring a little more comfort to each day, whether someone needs more medical help, memory support, or simply wants a place that feels like home while staying active and social.
