Kind Companions sits in Glendale, California, on Dorothy Drive, and it's a small place, only six people can live there at a time, which means everybody gets a lot of help if they want it and it's not too noisy or crowded like some places can be. The building's licensed for residential elderly care with a cozy home setting, and folks can pick from private or semi-private rooms, and they're all already furnished so there's no need to worry about moving big things around unless somebody wants to. There's air conditioning in the rooms, cable, internet, housekeeping, and laundry, so the chores are all taken care of and there's no need to fuss over cleaning or changing sheets. There's also help nearby at all hours, with caregivers, nurses, and helpers awake around the clock, and that includes staff who can work with people who need help with things like getting dressed, bathing, taking medicines, getting transferred if they fall or need to move from a chair to a bed, even special diets or feeding if hands are shaky.
The kitchen sends out three home-cooked meals each day, sometimes plated nice for a treat, with special options for folks who need heart-healthy, vegetarian, or diabetic-friendly food, and each meal's checked over by a dietitian to stay safe. Folks can relax in spots like the reading room, or step out in the yard areas and greenhouse, and if someone feels up to it there are wellness and exercise programs, movie nights, games, daily activities, music, art, and even music or pet therapy, which can brighten a cloudy day. The beauty and barber shop, along with a traveling stylist, visits to help keep up with haircuts or grooming, and there's a steam room, jacuzzi, and massage therapy for those who need extra comfort. The staff can also handle medicines, manage insulin injections, work with memory care for folks with dementia or Alzheimer's, and manage incontinence, oxygen, and different therapies like occupational, physical, or speech therapy-all in-house, with help from a licensed RN and Med-Tech.
There's transportation if someone needs to get to a doctor's appointment or wants to go shopping, and they'll set up spiritual services if asked. Emergency systems are in place in every room, and staff do checks, bathroom reminders, and help folks move around safely, including escorts if someone feels unsteady. If a family needs a short break, or if a senior just wants to stay for a while, respite care's an option, giving regular caregivers a break. Service is available in English, and there's always someone awake to step in if help is needed, no matter the time.
Kind Companions sets up daily schedules and makes sure every person's care plan is based on what they like, need, or can afford. The staff listen to families and try to match each senior with services that make sense for their needs, especially if there are special concerns like dementia, diabetes, or physical disabilities, so nobody gets left behind or overlooked. The place offers a quiet, home-like feel, with a café where folks can gather, internet to keep in touch, a garden and walking paths, plus activities and outings to keep life interesting. The staff help with every part of daily living, from getting dressed to toileting, with support every step of the way, and work hard to make sure seniors keep their dignity and as much independence as possible, with careful monitoring and regular check-ins. The price starts at $4,980 a month. The facility's rated 5.5 on Seniorly's rating system and has a state license number 197606778 for 6 residents in Los Angeles County.
