Small home · Licensed for 6 · Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest Senior Living
8635 Amestoy Avenue, Sherwood Forest, CA 91325Licensed since 2021
Overview
No openings reported
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
State approvals not on file: wheelchair, dementia, hospice and bedridden approvals.
State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
LICENSEE UPDATED FACILITY SKETCH IS FIVE BEDROOMS WITH TWO BATHROOMS. THE GARAGE WAS REMOVED. THERE IS A NOW A JADU AND AN ADU WITH DIFFERENT ADDRESSES AND A STORAGE ADDED.
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
Care services
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Assisted living
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated September 26, 2022.
Help with bathing or showering
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Physical therapy delivered on site
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Therapies availablePhysical Therapy
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Toileting assistance
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Help with dressing and grooming
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Works with residents’ own health care providers
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
24-hour supervision claimed
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Licensed or certified staff
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
As needs change
Medicines
Level of medication service: assistance with self administration
sherwoodforestliving.com · May 28, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Sherwood Forest Senior Living: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, staying through hospice and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,350a month to start
Likely $3,550–$5,400
From 19 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,350likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,350likely $3,550–$5,400
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,550–$5,600
- $4,350
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,200–$8,800
- $6,850
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes19 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,000 to $10,000
19 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,500–$6,600.
- Breath of Sunshine PlusNorthridge · 0.8 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Paradise in the ValleyNorthridge · 1.2 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Alaga HomesNorthridge · 1.6 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Healthy Life Service FacilityNorth Hills · 1.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of SunshineNorth Hills · 2.7 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity of Granada HillsGranada Hills · 2.8 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Mom and Dads RetreatVan Nuys · 3.0 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- California State Health GroupNorth Hills · 3.1 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Lily of the ValleyNorthridge · 3.1 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Grant Serenity Homes of SF ValleyVan Nuys · 3.1 mi · Small home$7,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Alalik Care HomeGranada Hills · 3.4 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Agape Senior ResidenceChatsworth · 3.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Balboa Senior LivingGranada Hills · 3.8 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Liebelove CareWoodland Hills · 4.3 mi · Small home$5,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Aurora Home for SeniorsGranada Hills · 4.3 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living · seen September 9, 2026
- A Caring Touch Board and CareChatsworth · 4.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Elegance Care ResortTarzana · 4.3 mi · Small home$10,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Blue Skies RanchTarzana · 4.4 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Breath of Sunshine HarmonyArleta · 4.5 mi · Small home$3,500Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.
Rooms & the spaces they will use (6)Private rooms · Laundry · Shared / companion rooms
Private rooms
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
LaundryDone by staff
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Shared / companion rooms
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated September 26, 2022.
AmenitiesLandline telephone (available for patients' use) · Cable television and programming
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Cable or satellite TV
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food (6)Who does the cooking · Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen · Residents choose between options at each meal
Who does the cookingRotating care staff
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Residents choose between options at each meal
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Assistance with eating
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Meals provided
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Dining atmosphereResidents are encouraged to eat together around the dining table and enjoy conversation.
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day (6)The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes it · Activity types offered · Activities tailored to the individual
The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes itDaily activities are offered.
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Activity types offeredDaily activities · Gaming · Celebrations for special occasions · Birthday celebrations · Anniversary celebrations · Major holiday celebrations · and 14 more
Daily activities · Gaming · Celebrations for special occasions · Birthday celebrations · Anniversary celebrations · Major holiday celebrations · Board games · Puzzles · Arts and crafts · Interactive mind-stimulating games · Music · Art · Mild exercise · Bingo · Movies · Interactive games · Mind stimulating games · Music and art therapy · Bingo nights · Movie nights — reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Activities tailored to the individual
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Exercise or fitness programMild exercise
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Resident-run activities
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Activities coordinator on staff
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved (6)Staff help with video calls · Transport to medical appointments · Tour scheduling link
Staff help with video calls
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Transport to medical appointments
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
- Open on the website
Tour scheduling link
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Neighborhood or area namedNorthridge
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
Transport for shopping and errands
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 28, 2026.
- Open on the website
Contact form
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated September 26, 2022.
About the home (1)Brand or trade name
Brand or trade nameSherwood Forest Senior Living
Reported on sherwoodforestliving.com · source dated May 29, 2026.
Where it is
8635 Amestoy Avenue, Sherwood Forest, CA 91325Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- Northridge Hospital Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list1.6 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #197610017 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 5 of 8 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Jan 13, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 01/13/26 at 8:15AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gina Saucedo, arrived to conduct an unannounced, annual inspection at the facility. Upon arrival, LPA Saucedo met with Gohar Akashyan, the administrator. LPA asked for the census, resident, and staff files. A physical tour was conducted at 8:30AM and observed the following: The Kitchen area was toured, and LPA observed there to be sufficient seven (7) day supply of non-perishable foods and perishable food for all residents. The kitchen area was clean at the time of the tour. There is a telephone line on the counter in the kitchen on your left-hand side. There is extra, food in the kitchen pantries. The knives are at the top of the kitchen counter on your right-side locked and inaccessible to the residents. The chemicals are under the sink locked and inaccessible to the residents. The medications are locked and inaccessible to the residents in the pantry area on the other side of the facility. Outside/Backyard: The outside/backyard has furniture for the residents with proper seating. There is another shed on the left-side where there is extra items for the residents. The facility does have a signal system and cameras in common areas. The facility does not have a pool/body of water. The outside/backyard can be accessed from the kitchen area. There is no garage. LIC 809C-continued The fire extinguisher is located against the wall on your left-hand side of the entrance of the facility. It is fully charged. The expiration date is 02/2026. There is another fire extinguisher located down the hallway in between the resident rooms with the same expiration date of 02/2026. Bedrooms: There are five (5) bedrooms and two (2) full bathrooms. Four (4) bedrooms are single, occupied and (1) bedroom is shared. There is no staff room. All bedrooms and bathrooms were toured and were properly furnished and have appropriate bedding, linens, toiletry, and lightning. The bathrooms have proper toiletry, grab bars and non-skid mats. The bathroom temperatures of the water are within regulations reading at 108.6 degree Fahrenheit. The dining/living room area has enough seating for the residents and the staff. There is a fireplace that is covered and inaccessible to the residents. There are two (2) dining room areas with a television. The first aid kit is on the counter area of one (1) of the dining halls. The house temperature is at 70-degree Fahrenheit. There are several smoke detectors/carbon monoxides in the dining/living area that are operable. There is one (1) washer and dryer. Administrative: The Insurance plan is dated as of 01/17/26. At the entrance of the facility against the left-side of the facility there is a billboard with signs: Yes, Ombudsman, Disaster Plan, Resident Rule, Theft and Loss, Designee, House Rules, Mitigation Plan and Hospice waiver. The fire drill was last performed on 12/05/2025. Files: Four (4) resident files were reviewed and three (3) staff files. An exit interview was conducted, no citation(s) were issued, and a copy of this report was given to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 13, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Jul 22, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
On 07/22/25, at 7:55AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gina Saucedo arrived at the facility to conduct an unannounced case management due to changes to facility sketch. The final approval was conducted by the Department of Building and Safety on 12/23/24. The facility now has five (5) rooms instead of the original sketch of three (3) bedrooms. Five (5) bedrooms are for residents’ use. There is no staff bedroom. There are two (2) bathrooms. A storage was also built which is behind the facility. The garage was removed and a JADU-Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit built. On the other side of the facility is an ADU-Accessory Dwelling Unit. Both JADU and ADU have different addresses. The Fire Inspection’s final approval was conducted on 06/30/25 with an updated LIC 850. A new LIC 200 was sent to the Community Care Licensing Department on 02/04/25 and the Pre-Inspection/Consultation Request of 1146.00 was paid on 02/2025. All the documents have been paid and all documents have been updated for the above facility. A copy of all the documents have been provided to the Licensee/Administrator, an exit interview was conducted, no citation(s) were issued, and a copy of this report was given to the licensee/Administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 22, 2025
Jan 28, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 01/28/25 at 9:35AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gina Saucedo, arrived to conduct an unannounced, annual inspection at the facility. Upon arrival, LPA Saucedo met with caregiver Luisine Piliposyan and disclosed the purpose of the visit. Gohar Akashyan, the administrator was present at the time. LPA asked for the census, resident, and staff files. A physical tour was conducted at 10:45AM and observed the following: The Kitchen area was toured, and LPA observed there to be sufficient seven (7) day supply of non-perishable foods and perishable food for all residents. The kitchen area was clean at the time of the tour. There is a telephone line on the counter in the kitchen on your left-hand side. There is extra, food in the kitchen pantries. The knives are at the top of the kitchen counter on your right-side locked and inaccessible to the residents. The chemicals are under the sink locked and inaccessible to the residents. The medications are locked and inaccessible to the residents in the pantry area on the other side of the facility. Outside/Backyard: The outside/backyard has furniture for the residents with proper seating. There is a staff office where files are kept. It is locked and inaccessible to the residents. There is another shed on the left-side where there is extra items for the residents. The facility does have a signal system. The facility does not have a pool/body of water. The outside/backyard can be accessed from the kitchen area. LIC 809C-continued The fire extinguisher is located against the wall on your left-hand side of the entrance of the facility. It is fully charged. The expiration date is 02/2025. There is another fire extinguisher located down the hallway in between the resident rooms. There is also a fire extinguisher located at the entrance of the kitchen on your right-hand side. Bedrooms: There are five (5) bedrooms and two (2) full bathrooms. Four (4) bedrooms are single, occupied and (1) bedroom is shared. There is no staff room. All bedrooms and bathrooms were toured and were properly furnished and have appropriate bedding, linens, toiletry, and lightning. The bathrooms have proper toiletry, grab bars and non-skid mats. The bathroom temperatures of the water are within regulations reading at 110–112-degree Fahrenheit. The dining/living room area has enough seating for the residents and the staff. There is a fireplace that is covered and inaccessible to the residents. There are two (2) dining room areas with a television. The first aid kit is on the counter area of one (1) of the dining halls. The house temperature is at 75-degree Fahrenheit. There are several smoke detectors/carbon monoxides in the dining/living area that are operable. Administrative: There is no annual fee that is due right now. The Insurance plan is dated as of 01/17/25. At the entrance of the facility against the left-side of the facility there is a billboard with signs: Yes, Ombudsman, Disaster Plan, Resident Rule, Theft and Loss, Designee, House Rules, Mitigation Plan and Hospice waiver. The fire drill was last performed on 12/2024. Let it be noted, there has been changes to the original facility sketch and sent to Community Care Licensing Department. There is a Junior ADU-Accessory Dwelling Unit with a different address which has been approved by the Building Permit and LPA was able to do a physical tour. The Junior ADU has one (1) bedroom and one (1) bathroom. The facility now has five (5) bedrooms approved by the building permit. The building permit was approved and finalized in 12/2024. The Pre-Inspection Consultation Request Request has been submitted for payment. An exit interview was conducted, no citation(s) were issued, and a copy of this report was given to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 28, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
May 2, 2024Facility evaluation reportOfficeReport on file
Type of visit: Office
An Informal Conference was conducted today at the Woodland Hills-South Adult and Senior Care Regional Office. This Informal Conference was held to discuss recent deficiencies and provide guidance to ensure future compliance. Prior to the meeting, Licensee was given the chance to review the facility file. Present at today's meeting were the following: Artur Agabekyan,Licensee Gohar Akashyan, Administrator Lusine Pilipasyan, Employee Troy Agard, Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Gina Saucedo, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) The informal conference process was explained to the Licensee. The Licensee was also informed that this Informal Conference is a part of the administrative action process. Further citations may result in a Non-Compliance Conference, which could lead to a referral to the Department's Legal Division for possible license revocation or other administrative actions. BRIEF HISTORY: The facility has been in operation since 03/03/2020. LIC 809C-continued Today's conference was to address the following issues: 1) An updated fire clearance is needed. 2) The facility is at risk of losing their fire clearance due to unpermitted modification (renovations). 3) During a facility inspection, a back yard storage shed was observed to be used as an office space. Any space utilizing utilities (light, gas, water) needs to be permitted by Building and Grounds. 4) During a facility inspection, a fire door magnet kill switch was observed. Per the fire inspector, this needs to be removed as it was not done properly and nor was it permitted. Improper electrical wiring can result in a fire. 5) Additional smoke detectors in the area that were added were not permitted. Per the Fire inspector the entire facility electrical wiring needs to be checked and permitted. Per the fire inspector, the order that is on file with building and safety needs to be corrected. It indicates the original plan was to add two (2) bedrooms however three (3) bedrooms were added instead. The original plans were given corrections, were subject for approval and permit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 2, 2024
Mar 11, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 03/11/24 at 8:40AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Gina Saucedo, arrived to conduct an unannounced, annual inspection at the facility. Upon arrival, LPA Saucedo met with caregiver Svetlana Petrosayn and disclosed the purpose of the visit. Akashyan Gohar, the administrator was called and arrived about ten (10) minutes later. LPA asked for the census, resident, and staff rosters. A physical tour was conducted at 8:55 AM and observed the following: The Kitchen area was toured, and LPA observed there to be sufficient seven (7) day supply of non-perishable foods and perishable food for all residents. The kitchen area was clean at the time of the tour. There is a telephone line on the counter in the kitchen on your left-hand side. There is extra, food in the kitchen pantries. The knives are at the top of the kitchen counter on your right-side locked and inaccessible to the residents. The chemicals are under the sink locked and inaccessible to the residents. The medications are locked and inaccessible to the residents in the pantry area on the other side of the facility. Outside/Backyard: The outside/backyard has furniture for the residents with proper seating. There is small shed that has been converted to a staff office where files are now kept. It is locked and inaccessible to the residents. There is another shed on the left-side where there is extra items for the residents. The facility does have a signal system. The facility does not have a pool/body of water. The outside/backyard can be accessed from the kitchen area. LIC 809C-continued The fire extinguisher is located against the wall on your left-hand side of the entrance of the facility. It is fully charged. The expiration date is 02/2025. There is another fire extinguisher located down the hallway in between the resident rooms. There is also a fire extinguisher located at the entrance of the kitchen on your right-hand side. Bedrooms: There are five (5) bedrooms and two (2) full bathrooms. Four (4) bedrooms are single, occupied and (1) shared. There is no staff room. All bedrooms and bathrooms were toured and were properly furnished and have appropriate bedding, linens, toiletry, and lightning. The bathrooms have proper toiletry, grab bars and non-skid mats. The bathroom temperatures of the water are within regulations reading at 110–112-degree Fahrenheit. The dining/living room area has enough seating for the residents and the staff. There is a fireplace that is covered and inaccessible to the residents. There are two (2) dining room areas with a television. The first aid kit is on the counter area of one (1) of the dining halls. The house temperature is at 72-degree Fahrenheit. There are several smoke detectors/carbon monoxides in the dining/living area that are operable. Administrative: There is no annual fee that is due right now. The Insurance plan is dated as of 01/2025. At the entrance of the facility against the left-side of the facility there is a billboard with signs: Yes, Ombudsman, Disaster Plan, Resident Rule, Theft and Loss, Designee, House Rules, Mitigation Plan and Hospice waiver. Let it be noted, there has been changes to the original facility sketch. There was no access to the garage that was originally in the facility sketch. It is now converted to a Junior ADU and has a white gate surrounded. The original facility sketch had a clearance for three (3) bedrooms now the facility shows five (5) bedrooms. A hallway door was also removed. There is currently no fire clearance or building permits. An exit interview was conducted, citations were issued, and a copy of this report was given to the administrator.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 11, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 3 documents
20231 state visit · 1 document
Apr 26, 2023Facility evaluation reportCase Management - DeficienciesDeficiency pages: Type B
Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Abeye Duguma and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Naira Margaryan conducted unannounced case management to the facility to follow up with recent request of fire clearance regarding the designation of the residents’ rooms due to recent changes made to the physical plant. LPA and LPM met the Administrator and explained the purpose of this visit. Shortly after the fire inspector, Linsey Pellegrini arrived to the facility to conduct an inspection based on the fire clearance request submitted by the Licensee. On 04/17/2023, Woodland Hills South Adult and Senior Care Regional office received a request of new fire clearance and copies of LIC 200 and two (02) facility sketches (previous and proposed). Upon Departmental review of submitted documents, the following issues were noted. As per original sketch submitted to CCL, there were three (03) shared residents’ bedrooms for total of six (06) residents. All three (03) bedrooms used for the residents were approved for non-ambulatory fire clearance and one of the rooms can be used for bedridden resident. A new sketch submitted with the fire clearance request is showing two (02) shared room and three (03) private room. The total capacity of the facility is still six (06). Licensee is requesting five (05) non-ambulatory and one (01) bedridden fire clearance. (CONT. on LIC 809-C) The original sketch is showing attached garage and proposed sketch is not showing the existing garage. At the time of this visit it was observed that the garage is converted to permitted Junior Accessory Unit (ADU). Based on review of both sketches, it was concluded that the Licensee altered the bedroom #3 to two (02) private rooms and one (01) of the room that used to be a storage is currently identified as another bedroom. At the time of this visit at (8:30 AM) LPA Duguma and LPM Margaryan conducted a full inspection of physical plant and observed the following. The Administrator was advised the following. · Alteration to existing building without proper notification to the Community Care Licensing Department, is a violation of Section 87305 California Code of Regulation Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8 · To protect residents’ personal rights, The Licensee did not furnish the department with written notification, explaining the steps that you should have taken during construction, to ensure that residents continued to be accorded safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations… During the inspection, Linsey Pellegrini inspected rooms and stated the following; facility needs permit for room #3 and the conversion of the additional rooms. The licensee needs to provide electrical permit for alarm switches in three (03) rooms. Based on inspection, observation and record review, the following deficiencies were cited and recorded on LIC809D. No other immediate health and safety hazard is noted during this visit. Exit interview is conducted, and a copy of report was issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 26, 2023
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR 87305(a)(b) · Plan of correction due date: May 10, 2023
87305 (a) Prior to construction or alterations, all facilities shall obtain a building permit. (b) The licensing agency may require the facility to acquire a local building inspection where the agency determines that a suspected hazard to health and safety exists. This requirement is not met as evidenced by; Based on record review and observations, the Licensee did not ensure to obtain building permit prior to alteration of existing building. One of the bedrooms was converted to two (02) bedrooms and a change of used from storage to bedroom. This poses a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 26, 2023
Plan of correction: The Licensee will submit a written statement explaining the steps that they are going to take to complete the project.
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type B · Section cited: CCR87468.1(a)(2) · Plan of correction due date: May 3, 2023
87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities.(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have..the following personal rights: (2) To be accorded safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations, furnishings, and equipment. This requirement is not met as evidenced by; Based on record review and observations, Licensee did not inform the department how they are going to ensure that during construction residents continued to be accorded safe, healthful, and comfortable accommodations...This poses a potential personal rights violation to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 26, 2023
Plan of correction: The Licensee will review regulation and submit a written letter certifying that, moving forward, they will ensure to follow and adhere to CCR Title 22 87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities; The written letter must be sent to the LPA by the POC due date.
20222 state visits · 2 documents
Mar 25, 2022Complaint investigation reportSubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Resident has multiple stage III and IV pressure injuries.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted a subsequent visit to facility to deliver the findings for the above allegation. The 10 day visit was initiated by LPAs Yelena Avetisyan and Wendell Smith. Complaint was then referred to Investigations Branch (IB) investigator Dennis Seng. IB’s investigation consisted of facility file review, obtaining and reviewing medical records, interviewing facility staff, witnesses, and clients. IB’s investigation revealed as follows: R1 suffered multiple pressure injuries to the body due to neglect and lack of supervision. R1 was admitted in May 2021 with a history of pressure injuries. Medical records and interviews with wound specialists confirm that R1 had stage three and stage four pressure injuries to the coccyx and sacrum that were not healing or improving. Licensee placed the responsibility of scheduling R1’s wound care Substantiated treatment solely to their family, causing R1’s condition to worsened. Licensee failed to assist R1’s family with finding alternative placement options when they were aware of the condition worsening. Based on interviews conducted and record review, there is enough evidence to corroborate the allegation of R1 sustaining multiple pressure injuries due to neglect. Therefore, the allegation is Substantiated. Citation issued on the 9099D and an immediate civil penalty of $500 warranted.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 25, 2022 · control 31-AS-20210507185145
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87465(a)(1) · Plan of correction due date: Mar 25, 2022
Incidental Medical and Dental Care: (a) A plan for incidental medical and dental care shall be developed by each facility. The plan shall encourage routine medical and dental care and provide for assistance in obtaining such care, by compliance with the following: (1) The licensee shall arrange, or assist in arranging, for medical and dental care appropriate to the condition and needs of the resident: This requirement has not been met as evidenced by: Medical records and interveiws with wound care specialist confirming R1 had stage 3 and 4 pressure wounds were not improving. Licensee placed the responsibility of scheduling R1's wound care treatment solely to their family, causing R1's condition to worsened. Licensee failed to assist R1's familiy with finding alternative placement options when they were aware of their conditions worsening.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 25, 2022
Plan of correction: An immediate civil penalty of $500 assessed. As POC, licensee will obtain training to address this section of the regulation. Proof of the training is due to CCL no later than 04/08/22. Administrator will be appealing the decision.
Jan 18, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Patrick Shanahan, Arrived at the facility and was greeted by facility staff. LPA had his temperature taken at the front door and was not allowed entry until all covid measures were completed. LPA conducted an Infection Control Annual Visit. The home has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The facility appeared clean and sanitary. All smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were functioning properly and the fire extinguisher appeared functional. There are no pools or other bodies of water present at the home. The facility is following their approved mitigation plan and no deficiencies were observed. Exit interview conducted and report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 18, 2022
4 of 6 beds were occupied at the March 25, 2022 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.
License holder
Sherwood Forest Senior Living, licensed since 2021.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2021, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 8
- Total complaints
- 1
- Substantiated allegations
- 1
- Type A citations
- 1
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2021, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 1 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 1 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 1 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Sherwood Forest Senior Living
Is Sherwood Forest Senior Living licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Sherwood Forest Senior Living licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Sherwood Forest Senior Living been cited?
1 Type A and 0 Type B citation since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 8 state visits over the same years.
Is Sherwood Forest Senior Living still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Sherwood Forest Senior Living cost?
$4,350 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,550–$5,400. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 19 small homes within 5 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 232 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,151 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 232 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Sherwood Forest Senior Living take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Sherwood Forest Senior Living, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Northridge Hospital Medical Center is 1.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Sherwood Forest Senior Living keep a resident on hospice?
Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”
Sherwood Forest Senior Living license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SHERWOOD FOREST SENIOR LIVING”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #197610017. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Sherwood Forest Senior Living, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2021, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 8 state inspection visits since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 1 Type A and 0 Type B citation on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 8 state visits in that period.
- 1 complaint and 1 substantiated allegation on file since 2021, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is January 13, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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