The Care Center on Hazeltine sits right in the middle of Van Nuys and provides skilled nursing care for seniors in a place that's pretty straightforward and clinical, which some people actually prefer since they know what to expect and feel comfortable with the no-frills approach, and it has 58 certified beds with rooms to fit people who want either short-term or long-term stays. You'll see that their staff is made up of registered nurses, LPNs, CNAs, physical and occupational therapy aides, respiratory therapy techs, and other licensed folks, and besides the hands-on care, there's a full team of doctors, nurse practitioners, dietitians, social workers, pharmacists, and others moving about the place, plus people helping with bathing, cleaning, laundry, and even washing sheets, since daily housekeeping and personal laundry are standard here. The facility covers a big range of therapy and rehab from physical, occupational, cardiac, and orthopedic to speech and respiratory therapy, and if someone needs feeding assistance or nutrition support, a registered dietician is available to sort out regular or special diets to keep everyone eating well.
Government inspections show The Care Center on Hazeltine hasn't had any severe deficiencies recently, though it's important to understand there was an abuse flag during the last twelve months and in general the place lands around a B grade, with the most recent being a B-minus, and there's been fines and a payment suspension-$71,820 if you want the exact figure-and quite a few deficiencies, 40 over the years, with 11 coming up in November 2024 including infection control problems, so it's not perfect, but that kind of detail matters when folks want the full story. Staff turnover for nurses runs at 33.9%, and nurse hours for each resident sit at 4.21 per day, so shifts move along, and new faces come and go though many say the staff stick to being friendly, joyful, helpful, and kind, and the management, led by Jose Lynch since 2019, try to keep things supportive and focused on what's best for the people living there.
Residents have access to medical transportation, recreational therapy, hospice, post-acute and respite care, home-making services, and even home care and companionship if they live independently in the community but need a bit of help now and then, and there's solid memory care for those with dementia or Alzheimer's, using an environment that aims to reduce confusion and prevent residents from wandering off. If medical needs pop up, on-site services include physician visits, dental, podiatry, audiology, vision care, laboratory tests, X-rays, and mental health care, with wound care, prosthetic training, IV antibiotics, and diabetes management as part of the clinical lineup. They've got a beauty and barber shop to help folks feel fresh, patio areas for sunlight, Wi-Fi across the building for anyone who wants to stay connected, a private dining area for family or special occasions, and always fresh, chef-prepared meals planned by a dietician, aiming for nutrition as well as taste.
Activities fill the schedule, from bingo, memory games, music, karaoke, and dancing, to popcorn and movie nights, field trips, trivia contests, birthday parties, and even monthly calendars so residents know what's coming up, and there are social events, outings, and visiting entertainers for anyone who wants to join in. Volunteers, friends, and family are welcome and encouraged to visit, and there are active resident and family councils, meaning residents and their families can weigh in on how things are run, and there's always support with emotional well-being and social service help. The center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, so for payment it's flexible, and discharge planning for hospital recovery or rehabilitation is a regular part of the routine.
The Care Center on Hazeltine is owned mostly by Abby Gl LLC, with a bit over 6% by Ellie LLC, and both the ownership and structure are for-profit, so it's a business running with the idea of giving straightforward, supportive care. All said, The Care Center on Hazeltine is about providing a safe, predictable, and caring place where folks can get the health services, therapy, and social connections they need, plus help with daily routines in a no-nonsense environment where honesty and community matter.
