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The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3
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About this facility
Operating details and county context
Operating details
- Capacity
- 6 residents
- Phone
- (747) 264-1116
- Address
- 6726 Gaviota Ave
- Licensed since
Los Angeles County context
1,820*CCLD
Total facilities
4.7*CCLD
Avg citations
9.4*CCLD
Avg visits
4.1*CCLD
Avg complaint visits
*CCLD: California Community Care Licensing Division. Updated weekly. Last refresh .
Citations
17 citations on record
Every regulation cited on a CCLD inspection of this facility, sourced from the public record. Each row links to the visit’s inspector narrative.
What does Type A vs Type B mean?
Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.
Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.
2025
- 87412(a)Type B
Based on [(observation) (interview) (record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in two out of five personnel files were not available for review, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2024
- 87608(a)(5)(A)Type B
Based on observation and record review)], the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as one out of six residents bed had full bed rails without a doctor's order, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1569.618(c)(3)Type B
Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in four staff out of four staff did not have CPR training, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 87303(a)Type B
Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in one room it was detected a strong smell of urine, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 1569.625(b)(2)Type B
Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as four out of staff didnot have on file the 20 hours of annual training, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 87465(h)(5)Type A
Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in thwo out of three medications were not dispensed correctly, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
- 87309(a)Type A
Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as cleaning solutions were observed unlcked in a cabinet under the sink, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
2023
- 87465(h)(5)Type B
87465(h)(5) Incidental Medical and Dental Care - Each resident's medication shall be stored in its originally received container. No medications shall be transferred between containers.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on observations and interview, LPA the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as (6) residents had medications pre-poured and out of their original containers for more than 24 hours which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.
- 87411(a)Type B
87411(a) Personnel Requirements Facility personnel shall at all times be sufficient in numbers, and competent to provide the services necessary to meet resident needs... of adequate services.This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interviews and record review, the licensee did not comply with the regulation cited above in that staffing was not sufficient in numbers to provide needed services to R1 who required 2 person assist which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to residents in care.
- 87507(a)Type B
Admission Agreement: (a)The licensee shall complete an individual written admission agreement, as defined in Section 87101(a), with each resident or the resident's representative, if any. This requirement was not met as evidenced by: The facility failed to complete an Admission Agreement for Resident #1.
2022
- 87608(A)Type B
Postural Supports:(A)A bed rail that extends from the head half the length of the bed and used only for assistance with mobility shall be allowed.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation by Investigator Santana, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. Half bed rails are engaged on R1’s bed at night, which posed a potiential health and safety risk to residents in care.
- 87355(e)Type A
Criminal Record Clearance:(e)All individuals subject to a criminal record review pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1569.17(b) shall prior to working, residing or volunteering in a licensed facility: (1)Obtain a California clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by the Department or (f) Violation of Section 87355(e) shall result in an immediate assessment of civil penalties of one hundred dollars ($100) per violation per day for a maximum of five (5) days by the department.This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
- 87463(a)Type B
Reappraisals:(a)The pre-admission appraisal shall be updated, in writing as frequently as necessary to note significant changes and to keep the appraisal accurate. The reappraisals shall document changes in the resident's physical, medical, mental, and social condition... This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above. R1 Needs and Services Plan dated 06/01/2021 did not contain accurate, current information, which posed a potential health and safety risk to residents in care.
2021
- 87464(f)(4)Type B
87464 Basic Services(f) Basic services shall at a minimum include: (4) Personal assistance and care as needed by the resident...dressing...bathing and assistance with taking prescribed medications, as specified in Section 87608...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not ensure R1's skin remained clean and dry, and incontinece needs were met, which poses a potential health risk to residents in care.
- 87464(f)(2)Type B
87464 Basic Services(f) Basic services shall at a minimum include:(2) Safe and healthful living accommodations and services, as specified in Section 87307, Personal Accommodations and Services.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review, the licensee did not ensure R1's sheets were regularly changed, which poses a potential health risk to residents in care.
- 87468.1(a)(1)Type A
87468.1 Personal Rights of Residents in All Facilities (a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights: (1) To be accorded dignity in their personal relationships with staff, residents, and other persons.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interviews, facility staff have raised their voice with R1 and do not respond timely to R1's requests for assistance, which poses an immediate personal rights risk to residents in care.
- 87464(f)(4)Type A
87464 Basic Services (f) Basic services shall at a minimum include: (4) Personal assistance and care as needed by the resident and as indicated in the pre-admission appraisal, with those activities of daily living such as dressing, eating, bathing...in Section 87608, Postural Supports.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interviews, R1's hair had not been washed or brushed regularly, which poses an immediate health and personal rights risk to residents in care.
Inspection record
17 visits on record since 2021. Most recent on 2025-09-02.
5 routine inspections, 10 complaint visits. 6 complaints on record, 5 of 6 substantiated.
- Inspection1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Inspection2 Type A · 4 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint1 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Other1 Type A · 2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- ComplaintNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint2 Type BRead inspector’s narrative
- Complaint2 Type ARead inspector’s narrative
- InspectionNo citationsRead inspector’s narrative
17 citations across the record on file
Nearby
Other licensed assisted living facilities in Lake Balboa
FAQ
Common questions about this facility
Is The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 licensed in California?
Yes, The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 is currently licensed in California. It has been licensed since 2019.
How many citations does The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 have?
The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 has 17 citations on record: 5 Type A (more serious) and 12 Type B citations. It has received 17 visits (5 inspections, 10 complaint visits, 2 other visits).
When was The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 last inspected?
The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 was last inspected on September 2, 2025 (about 9 months ago). California inspects licensed assisted living facilities (RCFEs) on a periodic basis or following a complaint.
What type of assisted living facility is The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3?
The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE), which is a licensed assisted living facility serving older adults with a licensed capacity of 6 residents. It is located in Lake Balboa, Los Angeles County, California.
How does The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 compare to other assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County?
The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 has 17 citations. The county average is 4.7 citations per facility. There are 1,820 assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County.
Does The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 have any serious violations?
The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 has 5 Type A citations on record. Type A citations indicate conditions that pose an immediate health or safety risk to residents. Review the inspection timeline above for details on each citation.
Has The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 had any complaint inspections?
The Cottages of Lake Balboa 3 has received 10 complaint-triggered inspections. 5 resulted in substantiated findings. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern to CCLD.
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