VILLAGE CARE

12245 CALIFA STREET, Valley Village CA 91607

Facility 197607518 · RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY (740)

6 bedsLatest official report Jul 8, 2026Licensed

Additional info
Licensee
VILLAGE CARE, INC.
Administrator
ALIN S PAPAZIAN
Contact
ALIN S PAPAZIAN
License first date
Jul 14, 2008
License effective date
Jul 14, 2008
District office
WOODLAND HILLS N.ASC · (818) 596-4334
Regional office
29
Clients served
935 - ELDERLY

Summary

The available records show 5 Type A and 10 Type B deficiencies for this facility.

Most recent inspection
Jul 8, 2026
Most recent deficiency
Jun 30, 2025

1 later report, on Jul 8, 2026, recorded no deficiencies, though the records do not say whether they were follow-ups.

What Type A and Type B mean
Type A
Violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
Type B
Violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.

Both classifications are published by California CDSS and are shown as published. SeniorLivingFacts does not rename them or add a severity level of its own.

At a glance

Counts cover the five-year public record. Typical figures are the median for the 1,564 Los Angeles County facilities licensed for 6 or fewer beds.

In the available public five-year record, CCLD published 5 reports for this facility: 5 inspections, 0 complaint investigations, and 0 licensing or administrative records.

Those records contain 5 Type A and 10 Type B deficiencies.

0 deficiencies have explicit official correction or clearance evidence in the loaded records.

Official inspections
5

More than the typical 4

1 in the last 12 months

Recorded deficiencies
15

Well above the typical 1

0 in the last 12 months

Type A deficiencies
5

Most this size have none

0 in the last 12 months

Type B deficiencies
10

Most this size have none

0 in the last 12 months

Substantiated complaints
0

Most this size also have none

0 in the last 12 months

Repeated topics
3

Last 36 months

Repeated topics

Topics cited in more than one report during the last 36 months. A repeat may show a pattern worth asking about. Each date opens its report below.

Official report history

All preserved reports from the most recent to the oldest, sortable by report type.

Inspection
Food serviceType A
Official classification
Type A
Official code
87555(b)(29)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(b) The following food service requirements shall apply: (29) All equipment, fixed or mobile, and dishes, shall be kept clean and maintained in good repair and free of breaks, open seams, cracks or chips. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that the kitchen sink had mold in the grout as well as the surrounding counterspace which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 06/30/2025 Plan of Correction The Administrator will have a plumber remove the mold and regrout the sink and surrounding areas and send proof to CCLD by POC due date.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Facility condition and maintenanceType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87303(a)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(a) The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times. Maintenance shall include provision of maintenance services and procedures for the safety and well-being of residents, employees and visitors. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 restroom sinks were leaking which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/14/2025 Plan of Correction The Administrator will have a plumber evaluate and make repairs to the left restroom sink located in Bedroom #3. The Administrator will send CCLD a video of the water running and the water pipes under the cabinet by POC due date.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Staffing, personnel, and trainingType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87412(a)(13)(B)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information: (13) For employees that are required to be fingerprinted pursuant to Section 87355, Criminal Record Clearance: (B) Documentation of either a criminal record clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by Section 87355(e). 1. For Certified Administrators, a copy their current and valid Administrative Certification meets this requirement. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, interview, and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in the Licensee did not maintain a current Administrative Certificate which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/14/2025 Plan of Correction The Licensee will begin their Administrative Certificate reapplication process and send CCLD proof of the signed up courses by the POC due date.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Inspection
Dementia careType A
Official classification
Type A
Official code
87705(l)(2)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(l) The following initial and continuing requirements shall be met for the licensee to lock exterior doors or perimeter fence gates: (2) The licensee shall ensure that the fire clearance includes approval of locked exterior doors or locked perimeter fence gates. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the exterior emergency exit gate was observed to be locked which poses an immediate health and safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/25/2024 Plan of Correction Licensee will ensure exterior exit gates remain unlocked and will submit a statement of understanding confirming they have reviewed and understand CCR 87705(I)(2) to CCL no later than POC due date.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Staffing, personnel, and trainingType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87412(c)(2)(D)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(c) Licensees shall maintain in the personnel records verification of required staff training and orientation. (2) Documentation of staff training shall include: (D) Number of training hours per subject. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as employee training logs did not have the numbers of hours attended for each subject which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/31/2024 Plan of Correction Licensee will submit updated training documentation reflecting the correct number of training hours for each subject to CCL no later than POC due date

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Food serviceType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87555(b)(8)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(b) The following food service requirements shall apply: (8) All food shall be of good quality. Commercial foods shall be approved by appropriate federal, state and local authorities. Food in damaged containers shall not be accepted, used or retained. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as expired foods were observed in the kitchen refrigerator, in the vegetable basket, and in the emergency food supply which poses a potential health risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/31/2024 Plan of Correction Licensee will conduct an inspection of all food items located at the facility and will remove any expired items. Licensee will submit proof that items have been removed and will submit a statement of understanding that they have reviewed and understand CCR 87555(b)(8) to CCL no later than POC due date.

Corrective action observedRecorded in report dated Jul 24, 2024
Plan of correction recorded
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Dementia careType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87705(h)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(h) Outdoor facility space used for resident recreation and leisure shall be completely enclosed by a fence with self-closing latches and gates, or walls, to protect the safety of residents. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the exterior exit gate was observed to fail to self-latch which poses a potential safety risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/31/2024 Plan of Correction Licensee will contact an appropriate handyman and request a quote for repairs to the gate. Licensee will submit either a quote for repairs to and a planned completion date or proof of repairs made to CCL no later than POC due date.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Facility condition and maintenanceType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87307(a)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(a) Living accommodations and grounds shall be related to the facility's function. The facility shall be large enough to provide comfortable living accommodations and privacy for the residents, staff, and others who may reside in the facility. The following provisions shall apply: This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as resident rooms contained cameras and common room cameras were identified by staff to record audio which poses a potential personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/31/2024 Plan of Correction Licensee has completed adendums to resident admission agreements and will submit an updated plan of operation outlining the use of cameras in common areas. Additionally licensee will submit an exception request to CCL to permit the use of cameras inside resident rooms. Licensee will submit the required documents to CCL no later than POC due date.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Inspection
Hazardous items and storageType A
Official classification
Type A
Official code
87309(a)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(a) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to clients shall be stored where inaccessible to clients. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as Raid, Fabuloso, Gain Laundry Detergent (4 bottles), Clorox was observed unlocked at various parts of the house which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/28/2023 Plan of Correction Administrator will secure items and conduct staff training on 87309(a). Administrator will send materials to CCL.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Medication handling and storageType A
Official classification
Type A
Official code
87465(h)(2)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(h) The following requirements shall apply to medications which are centrally stored: (2) Centrally stored medicines shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employees responsible for the supervision of the centrally stored medication. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as the medication cabinet was unlocked, Hydrogen Peroxide in unlocked restroom, Vaseline, A & D Ointment, Diclofenac Sodium %1 , Neosporin, Calmoseptine, Polysporin, Hydrophilic Wound Dressing, Anti-Fungal Powder in Resident Restroom, Sulful Zinc Oxide Salicylic Acids, diclofenac sodium 1% unlocked garage which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/28/2023 Plan of Correction Administrator will secure items and conduct staff training on 87465(h)(2). Administrator will send materials to CCL

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Dementia careType A
Official classification
Type A
Official code
87705(f)(1)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(f) The following shall be stored inaccessible to residents with dementia: (1) Knives, matches, firearms, tools and other items that could constitute a danger to the resident(s). This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as Garage door was unlocked containing Tool box with hammer, screwdriver, and a Lighter was observed in an unlocked kitchen drawer which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 07/28/2023 Plan of Correction Administrator will secure items and conduct staff training on 87705(f)(1). Administrator will send materials to CCL.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Staffing, personnel, and trainingType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87412(d)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(d) The licensee shall maintain documentation that an administrator has met the certification requirements specified in Section 87406, Administrator Certification Requirements or the recertification requirements in Section 87407, Administrator Recertification Requirements. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation and record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as there is no active administrator present, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 08/18/2023 Plan of Correction Administrator will submit information for recertification or appoint a new Administrator. Send appropriate documents to CCL by 08/18/2023.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Health conditions and treatmentsType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87608(a)(5)(A)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(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: Deficient Practice Statement Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 4 residents did not have bed rail orders, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 08/18/2023 Plan of Correction Administrator will contact the residents doctor to obtain bed rail order if appropriate. Administrator will submit documentation to CCL by 08/18/2023.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Dementia careType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87705(g)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

(g) As required by Section 87468(a)(12), residents with dementia shall be allowed to keep personal grooming and hygiene items in their own possession, unless there is evidence to substantiate that the resident cannot safely manage the items. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as mouthwash, shampoo, conditioner in shower not locked, Nail polish in Resident room, Vaseline in resident room, Body wash in restroom, Shaving gel, A & D Ointment in resident room, Box of shampoo in unlocked garage which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 08/18/2023 Plan of Correction Administrtor will secure items. Administrator will conduct staff training on 87468(a)(12) and submit copies of materials to CCL by 08/18/2023.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Facility condition and maintenanceType B
Official classification
Type B
Official code
87307(a)
Regulation authority
CCR

What the official deficiency says

87307(a) Personal Accommodations and Services (a) Living accommodations and grounds shall be related to the facility's function. The facility shall be large enough to provide comfortable living accommodations and privacy for the residents, staff, and others who may reside in the facility. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement Based on observation, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as during a physical plant, LPA observed RING cameras installed in all resident rooms which poses a potential health, safety and personal rights risk to persons in care.

Official plan of correction

POC Due Date: 08/18/2023 Plan of Correction Administrator will remove all cameras from resident rooms. In addition, cameras in common areas should only be used for video and no audio. Administrator will submit an updated plan of operation if facility were to keep common area cameras. Administrator agreed to review section cited and submit statement of understanding to CCL.

Plan of correction recorded
Correction not verified in available records
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Source and limits

California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. Public facility history is described by the source as a five-year window. Older records and previous-licensee history may require a regional-office request. Type 741 RCFE-CCRCs, nursing homes, and other care settings are excluded from this page.

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