6951 Lennox Avenue
Van Nuys, CA 91405
195 beds • Est. 2001 (24 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
Courtyard Plaza has recorded 16 state citations (6 serious, 10 minor) and 2 verified complaints since 2021 across 47 inspections. The most recent substantiated findings both stem from late 2025: a November inspection confirmed that hot water in resident bathrooms was inconsistently outside the required 105 to 120 degree Fahrenheit range, with readings as low as 93 degrees in some rooms and as high as 124 degrees in others, and a separate November finding documented that 2 kitchen staff had been working without the required criminal record clearance, with both individuals removed from the facility by the time of a follow-up visit in December 2025. Investigators also examined complaints covering emergency alarm response, evening staffing levels, resident-on-resident incidents in the memory care unit, staff conduct and dignity concerns, and food safety, finding insufficient evidence to substantiate each of those allegations.
Courtyard Plaza is a 195-bed assisted living community in Van Nuys that also operates a dedicated dementia and Alzheimer's care program. The three-story building features large rooms, a restaurant-style dining room, an outdoor courtyard with a rose garden and fountain, and a beauty salon.
Visiting physical and occupational therapists come on site, and an affiliated home health agency with a doctor who visits weekly adds a layer of medical coordination you won't find at most assisted living communities. The YMCA pool next door is a notable bonus for residents who enjoy aquatic activity.
On-site doctor visits and home health agency affiliation
A physician stops by weekly and the facility is affiliated with a home health agency. This level of medical coordination is unusual for assisted living and means fewer trips to outside appointments for routine care.
Dedicated memory care within the community
Courtyard Plaza operates a specific Alzheimer's and dementia care program alongside general assisted living. If cognitive decline is a concern now or in the future, residents may not need to relocate to a different facility.
Active lifestyle programming with real outings
The activities calendar goes beyond the building — farmers markets, museums, BBQs, the Griffith Observatory, and other excursions. They specifically highlight resident participation rates, which suggests this isn't just a bulletin board list.
Accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program
Participates in the Assisted Living Waiver, which can significantly offset costs for eligible residents. Worth exploring if affordability is a factor in your search.
195 beds is a big operation
At this scale, expect a more institutional feel. The three-story building with large common areas operates more like a large residential hotel than a home. If your loved one thrives in smaller, quieter settings, this may not be the right fit.
Van Nuys location is central but not scenic
Van Nuys is a practical, affordable part of the San Fernando Valley with good access to the 101 and 405 freeways. But it's not the most walkable or picturesque neighborhood. Factor in the surroundings when you visit.
Renovations suggest an older property
The website highlights upgrades to the dining room and new carpeting, which suggests the building has some age. Licensed for 24 years, ask about the condition of individual rooms and common areas when you tour.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
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6951 Lennox Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91405
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$8,674/mo
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