2851 N. Lake Ave
Altadena, CA 91001
30 beds • Est. 2002 (23 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
A strong track record. 1 older citation is on file but nothing in the last 2 years, though 1 substantiated complaint. Last inspected in January 2026.
North Lake Villas is a 30-bed assisted living and memory care community on Lake Avenue in Altadena, family-owned and operated by the Braun family for 23 years. Founded by Nourit Braun, who grew up in the eldercare business, the community specializes in caring for residents with Alzheimer's, dementia, and post-hospitalization needs.
The facility participates in the Assisted Living Waiver program and is actively involved with the Alzheimer's Association and multiple San Gabriel Valley elder care organizations.
Excellent safety record
The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.8 out of 10 (Excellent), based on state inspection data. Across 8 inspections, this community has maintained an outstanding compliance record — especially notable for a facility that serves complex dementia care needs.
Family-operated by a second-generation eldercare professional
Nourit Braun literally grew up in senior care — her father ran an eldercare home and she watched him work from childhood. This isn't corporate management; it's a family whose professional identity is rooted in caring for elders. Her son Adam has now joined as the third generation.
Deep Alzheimer's and dementia expertise
North Lake Villas specializes in memory care with connections to the Alzheimer's Association, the Alzheimer's Task Force, and the End of Life Coalition of San Gabriel Valley. The administrator is a trained Alzheimer's speaker. This isn't a facility that added memory care as an afterthought.
Accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program
Participates in the Assisted Living Waiver, which can significantly reduce costs for eligible residents. Combined with the specialized memory care focus, this makes North Lake Villas a rare option for families navigating both dementia care and affordability.
30 beds is mid-sized — not intimate, not large
At 30 beds, this is larger than a family home but smaller than a corporate community. You'll get more attention than at a 100-bed facility, but it's not the 6-bed home experience either.
Website is dated and hard to navigate
The North Lake Villas website has an older design and can be difficult to navigate. Don't let the website quality reflect on the care — the powerful family testimonials and community involvement tell a different story. Visit in person.
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2851 N. Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
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$4,350/mo
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