Illustration — no photo of this home on file yet

Family Comfort Residential Care

Small home·Licensed for 6·Northridge, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #197610515
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,750 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,900–$5,850
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitJuly 10, 2025CDSS inspection record

Family Comfort Residential Care is a small care home in Northridge — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2024.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Family Comfort Residential Care

Is Family Comfort Residential Care licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Family Comfort Residential Care licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Family Comfort Residential Care been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Family Comfort Residential Care still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Family Comfort Residential Care cost?

$4,750 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,900–$5,850. 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 14 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 228 other homes of a similar licensed size across Los Angeles County that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,000 to $6,300 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 228 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 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 Family Comfort Residential Care take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 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 Family Comfort Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Family Comfort Residential Care keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 5 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Family Comfort Residential Care license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “FAMILY COMFORT RESIDENTIAL CARE, INC”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197610515. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Family Comfort Residential Care, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is July 10, 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 4 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 5 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. 2 AMBULATORY & 4 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDROOM #1 APPROVED FOR 1 BEDRIDDEN AND 1 NON-AMBULATORY. BEDROOM #2 APPROVED FOR NON-AMBULATORY. BEDROOM #3 APPROVED FOR AMBULATORY ONLY. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR 5.

935 - ELDERLY · 983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA · 985 - RCFE / HOSPICE

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 5 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,750a month to start

Likely $3,900–$5,850

From 14 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,750a month

Likely $3,900–$6,050

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,750likely $3,900–$5,850

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 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 (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $3,900–$6,050
$4,750
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,550–$9,150
$6,750
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • 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 September 23, 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.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 community 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.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 14 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.

14 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,450–$5,700.

  • 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.
Show the 14 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 8350 Gladbeck Ave, Northridge, CA 91324Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

Opening the neighborhood map…

The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2024, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated July 10, 2025.

On file since
2024
State visits
4
Most recent visit
July 10, 2025

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2024.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20252202024220

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20252 state visits · 2 documents
Jul 10, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mariana Agban conducted an unannounced continuation of the annual inspection. LPA met with Ovsanna Khayalyan and disclosed the reason for the visit. LPA reviewed Medication and Medication Records for proper documentation. LPA also reviewed 4 residents' files. LPA observed that Resident#3(R3) has full bedrails without hospice or physician orders. The administrator was advised that extend the entire length of the bed is prohibited except for residents who are currently receiving hospice care. The administrator removed R3's full bed rails. Exit Interview Conducted, citation issued and a Copy of the Report delivered.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 10, 2025
Jun 23, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mariana Agban conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with staff Armine Manukyan, and explained the reason for the visit. Administrator, Elen Kirakosyan could not attend the annual for the day due to an emergency. Licensee Ovsanna Khayalyan came in her place. At approximately 1:15 pm, with the assistance of staff, LPA took a tour of the physical plant. Required postings were observed in the entry area. The smoke alarms are interconnected and battery-operated. There is a carbon monoxide detector that functions properly installed in the hallway between the resident rooms. The fire extinguisher is located in the kitchen. The purchase date is June 06, 2025. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food at the facility, properly stored. Knives were stored in a locked drawer in the kitchen. Properly labeled medications were locked in one of the kitchen cabinets. Bedrooms: There were three (3) bedrooms designated for residents' use. All three (3) bedrooms are designated for share use. Bedrooms, in use by residents, were properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens, with sufficient lighting. BATHROOMS: The facility has one (1) main bathroom that also has an access door to Room#3 and one (1) in bedroom #1 for the residents in that room to utilize. The hot water delivered in the bathroom sink was measured at 109.4 and 111.8°F. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Seating such as couches where in good repair and sat the capacity of the facility. There is a non-operational fireplace with a screen in the living room. No fireplace tools or fixtures present. Surrounding Grounds: Entry/exits were free of obstruction. There was furniture appropriate for outdoor use. The outdoor area was free of hazards. (Continue on 809C) Laundry Area: The washer and dryer appear to be in good condition. The laundry room is locked. Laundry cabinets were also locked, and thus laundry detergents are inaccessible to residents. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of one (1) out of 5 residents to ensure compliance with licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA also conducted a file review of three (3) staff members to ensure forms and training are up to date and in compliance with licensing forms. Due to time constraints, LPA was unable to complete the annual inspection during today's visit. The licensee was informed that a follow-up visit would be conducted. Today, the facility complies with Title 22 regulations. No immediate health and safety risks were observed. Exit interview conducted. Copy of report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 23, 2025
20242 state visits · 2 documents
Jun 6, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Mariana Agban conducted a Pre-Licensing Inspection with facility Administrator Elen Kirakosyan and Lincensee Zhanna Narinyan and Ovsanna Khayalyan. An application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on October 16,2023. A fire clearance was approved on Jan 30, 2024 for a maximum capacity of three (3) non-ambulatory, two (2) ambulatory and one(1) Bedridden. Hospice waiver has been approved for five (5) hospice residents. A tour of the physical plant was initiated at 9:55 am and the following was observed: The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector are hard wired and inter-connected. KITCHEN: The facility has a Kitchen area that is equipped with a refrigerator, microwave oven and sink. There were adequate supplies of perishable and nonperishable food and dining ware to accommodate a maximum capacity of six (6) residents. BEDROOMS: There are three (3) bedrooms designated for residents use. All three bedrooms are designated to be shared rooms. All bedrooms are furnished with beds, dressers and required bedding and linen. The bedrooms have sufficient closet space. Each bedroom had wearable lanyard emergency/ caregiver call button.BATHROOMS: The facility has one (1) main bathroom that also has access door with Room#3 and one (1) in the bedroom #1 for the residents in that room to utilize. The hot water delivered in the bathroom sink was measured at 107.4 and 109.8 F. COMMON AREAS: These included the living room and dining room, which were equipped with furniture, a television, sofa and chair. There is a fireplace with a screen and a glass slide. It is non-operational. No fireplace tools or fixtures present. The dining area has a dining table to accommodate six (6). There were no visible immediate hazards. LPA observed fire extinguisher located in the dining /kitchen area with date of purchase of 1/19/2024. The common areas were properly furnished. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Laundry Area: The washer/dryer appear to be in good condition. The laundry room will kept locked. Laundry cabinets was locked and thus laundry detergents are inaccessible to residents. MEDICATION: The medication will be kept in a locked in the kitchen cabinet. (Continue 809C) SURROUNDING GROUNDS: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. There is a car port large enough to park two cars. The backyard of the facility has a patio and backyard furniture to accommodate the six (6) residents. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space. There is no swimming pool or bodies of water. The side gate was checked to insure it was clear of obstruction. LPA observed and inspected the attached garage. No hazards observed. Garage is used for storage only. Staff and resident files: Staff and resident files will be kept and maintained in a locked cabinet in the living room. In addition to the Pre-Licensing inspection, a Component III power point presentation was also held. Pursuant to Title 22, Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, the facility's physical environment appears to be compliant and ready for licensure. CAB will be advised and a copy of this report provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 6, 2024
May 24, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 COMP II Participants: Zhanna Narinyan, CEO; Elen Kirakosyan, Administrator Interview Method: Telephone interview On 5/24/24, applicant/administrator participated in COMP II. Identification of the applicant and administrator was verified through interview questions based on photo ID and other identifying personal information. During COMP II, applicant and administrator confirmed that they have read and understand community care facility licensing laws included in the Health and Safety Codes and the California Code of Regulations Title 22. Signed LIC 809 with copy of photo ID have been obtained. During COMP II, CAB analyst confirmed Applicant/Administrator’s understanding of following areas: 1. Facility operation: License type, client/resident populations, and program 2. Admission Policies 3. Staffing requirements & Training 4. Restrictive/Prohibited Health Conditions 5. General provisions 6. Emergency Preparedness 7. Complaints & Reporting 8. Pre-licensing readinessthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 24, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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 and the questions below stand in their place.

Life here

Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.

The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.

Before you call

Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

Other homes nearby

The nearest licensed homes in Los Angeles County, closest first. Every listed home appears on the same terms.

Explore Los Angeles County