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Ludlow Assisted Living Facility

Small home·Licensed for 6·Granada Hills, California

Licensed since 2025Licence #197610689
  • Care approvals on fileDementia · HospiceState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,650 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $3,800–$5,750
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitApril 4, 2026CDSS inspection record

Ludlow Assisted Living Facility is a small care home in Granada Hills — 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 2025. Wheelchair and non-ambulatory care and bedridden care are not on file.

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 Ludlow Assisted Living Facility

Is Ludlow Assisted Living Facility licensed?

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

How many residents is Ludlow Assisted Living Facility licensed for?

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

Has Ludlow Assisted Living Facility been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Ludlow Assisted Living Facility still open?

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

What does Ludlow Assisted Living Facility cost?

$4,650 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,800–$5,750. 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 13 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 Ludlow Assisted Living Facility 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 Ludlow Assisted Living Facility, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Northridge Hospital Medical Center is 3.6 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Ludlow Assisted Living Facility keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Ludlow Assisted Living Facility license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “LUDLOW ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #197610689. 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 Ludlow Assisted Living Facility, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2025, 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 2025, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is April 4, 2026, 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-ambulatoryNot on file · ask the home
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenNot on file · ask the home

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. APPROVED FIRE CLEARANCE FOR SIX(6) NON-AMB. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR (6).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — 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

$4,650a month to start

Likely $3,800–$5,750

From 13 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,650a month

Likely $3,800–$5,950

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$4,650likely $3,800–$5,750

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 13 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 $3,800–$5,950
$4,650
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,450–$9,050
$6,650
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 13 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.

13 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $3,150–$6,100.

  • 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 13 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 17832 Ludlow Street, Granada Hills, CA 91344Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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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 2025. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated April 4, 2026.

On file since
2024
State visits
4
Most recent visit
April 4, 2026

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 2025.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020252202024110

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Apr 4, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted an Annual Required visit and inspection of the facility. LPA met with staff, Grigor Petrosyan, and explained the reason for the visit. The administrator, Tatevik Balasanyan was advised of the visit over the telephone. Administrator was unable to attend the annual on this date. With the assistance of a Staff 1 (S1), LPA took a tour of the physical plant. The facility is a one story building. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors are dual and interconnected. There is a fire extinguisher located in the kitchen. The charge date is 03/03/2026. The latest earthquake, fire and emergency disaster drill was conducted on 03/25/26. Kitchen: The kitchen appliances and fixtures were functional. LPA found a sufficient amount of perishable and non-perishable food properly stored. Knives were stored in a lock box. Bedrooms: There are six (6) bedrooms designated for the residents. All six rooms is for private use. LPA observed the resident rooms to be properly furnished with appropriate beddings and linens with sufficient lighting. Exit doors in resident rooms were clear of obstruction. Auditory alerts in all rooms were tested and are functional during the inspection. Bathrooms: There are four (4) full bathrooms and two (2) half for a total of six (6) bathrooms. All bathrooms designated for resident use are properly supplied and had the proper fixtures, grab bars and non-skid mats. Hot water temperature was measured between 114 to 116 degrees Fahrenheit. Common Areas: These included the living room and dining area. The living room has sufficient seating of couches, recliner, table and television. There is no fireplace. The dining room table is large enough to accommodate six (6) residents. LPA observed the furniture to be maintained and in good repair. Floors were mopped and clean. Hallways were clear of obstruction. The auditory alarms on all exit doors were on and functional at the time of the visit. Surrounding Grounds: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. All entry and exit doors have a functional auditory alert when the doors open. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture to accommodate the six (6) residents. The backyard has sufficient yard space to hold outdoor activities. There is no swimming pool or any other bodies of water. GARAGE: Facility does not have a garage. Laundry: The laundry area is located in the hallway between the kitchen and client rooms. It was observed with a sliding door. Detergents and cleaning supplies are stored in a locked closet, across from the laundry area. Office/Staff Work Station: Staff workstation is located by the living room where resident and staff files are kept in a locked cabinet there. Resident Files: LPA conducted a file review of resident records to insure compliance of licensing forms. Staff Files: LPA conducted a file review of staff records to insure forms and training are up to date and compliance with licensing forms. Medications: Medications are kept in a locked cabinet, located in the staff office/work station. A complete first aid kit and manual is also kept in the medication cabinet. Pursuant to Title 22 Division 6 of the CA Code of Regulations, there were no deficiencies observed during the visit. Exit Interview Conducted and a Copy of the Report Issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 4, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 17, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Other

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted a Case Management (CM) visit to the facility to follow up on Resident 1 (R1). LPA met with the assistant administrator, Grigor Petrosyan, and advised him of the visit. On 10/16/25, the Department received information that the facility admitted Resident 1 (R1), who is temporary bedridden. The facility has a fire clearance for six (6) non-ambulatory only. Today's CM visit consisted of a physical plant inspection and an assessment of R1. The facility is a one story building with six (6) bedrooms. All bedrooms are for private use. Each bedroom has it's own exit, with doorways that measure at approximately 48 inches. Hallways leading to the resident rooms measure between 48-54 inches. There are sprinklers installed all throughout the inside of the physical plant. During an assessment of R1, LPA observed R1 to be able to reposition in bed with some assistance. R1 does require assistance to get out of bed. According to the administrator, R1's status at the facility is temporary only. LPA requested for the licensee to submit the following in order to comply LIC 200 and facility sketch to request for a bedridden fire-clearance. (This is obtained during today's visit) An exception request to retain R1, which will include the following information Exception request letter from facility to Department 2. LIC 602 – Physicians Certification 3. LIC 625 - Appraisal Needs and Services Plan 4. Physician Orders 5. Medical Records (Orders from the Hospital, Discharge Summary, Home Health orders) 6. Facility plan of care for the health condition exception is being requested for…. 7. Staff training component to include topics and materials Exception request due to the Licensing Agency by Monday, October 20, 2025. Assistant Administrator advised and a copy of this report issued.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 17, 2025
Mar 4, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Michael Cava conducted a Pre-Licensing Inspection with the applicant representatives Tatevik Balansanyan and Grigor Petrosyan. An Application to operate a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) was received by Community Care Licensing (CCL) on August 20, 2024. The facility is a one story building. A fire clearance was approved on December 5, 2024, for six (6) non-ambulatory residents, for a total capacity of six. All bedrooms have a fire clearance for bedridden. The applicant is also requesting a hospice waiver to retain six (6) residents. The smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector are dual, hard wired and inter-connected. The fire extinguisher is located by the kitchen. It was purchased on 12/05/24. A tour of the physical plant was initiated at approximately 10:00am and the following was observed: KITCHEN: The kitchen area is equipped with a refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave and sink. There is an adequate supply of nonperishable food items. No perishable items at this time as there are zero clients. Applicant was advised to purchase perishable items once facility admits clients. There is sufficient dining ware to accommodate a maximum capacity of six (6). Knives will be kept in a locked box and stored in one of the kitchen cabinets. BEDROOMS: There are six (6) bedrooms designated for client use. All bedrooms are private. Per STD 850, all bedrooms have a bedridden fire clearance. The applicant furnished the resident bedrooms with a bed, night stand, chair, bedding and linen. The bedrooms have sufficient lighting and closet space. BATHROOMS: The facility has six (6) bathrooms. Four (4) full and two (2) are half. Bedooms #1 and #6 has its own full bathroom. The other two full bathrooms are in the hallway. In addition, there are two half bathrooms designated for guest and staff. The bathrooms designated for resident use were observed to have the proper fixtures, grab bars, and non-skid mats. The hot water delivered in the bathrooms measured at 114 degrees. COMMON AREAS: These included the living room and dining room. The living room is furnished with two couches, two chairs, a center table and television, The dining room table was large enough to sit up to six (6) individuals. There is no fireplace. Front entrance has a table for sign-in. All exit doors in the bedrooms and common areas were checked to insure the door alert is functional. There were no visible immediate hazards. GARAGE: Facility does not have a garage. LAUNDRY AREA: The laundry area is located in the hallway between the kitchen and client rooms. It was observed with a sliding door. Detergents and cleaning supplies are stored in a locked closet, across from the laundry area. MEDICATIONS: The medications will be kept in a locked cabinet, located in the staff office/work station. A complete first aid kit and manual is also kept in the medication cabinet. OFFICE/STAFF WORKSTATION: Staff workstation is located by the living room. Client and personnel files will be maintained in a locked cabinet there. SURROUNDING GROUNDS: The driveway, passageways and entrance to the home was clear of obstruction. All entry and exit doors have a functional auditory alert when the doors open. The backyard of the facility has outdoor furniture to accommodate the six (6) residents. The facility backyard has sufficient yard space. There is no swimming pool or any other bodies of water. In addition to the Pre-Licensing inspection, a Component III power point presentation was 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, Mar 4, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Dec 19, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Office

Facility Type: RCFE Application Type: Initial Capacity: 6 Census (if any clients in care): 0 COMP II Participants: Tatevik Balasanyan (Board Member/Administrator) Interview Method: Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams On December 19, 2024, 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, Dec 19, 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

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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. Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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