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Varenita of Westlake

95 Dusenberg Drive

Westlake, CA 91362

115 beds • Est. 2022 (3 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.9 Poor

Varenita of Westlake has recorded 15 state citations (8 serious, 7 minor) and 3 verified complaints since 2022 across 21 inspections. Documented incidents include a late 2025 case in which a staff member made unauthorized purchases on a resident's Amazon account, including $600 in gift cards and personal items shipped to the staff member's home address; the employee was terminated following an internal investigation, and the facility reported the matter to the county sheriff and the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Investigators also found in 2024 that a resident transferred to memory care went without a call pendant for up to 3 weeks, and that staff denied visitors access based on a claimed restraining order that staff had not verified. Annual inspections in 2023 and 2025 each noted that fire extinguisher servicing was overdue at the time of the visit. In August 2025, a staff member was terminated after being documented telling a resident to "shut up."


Why we like it

Varenita of Westlake is a 115-bed senior living community in Westlake. The facility offers assisted living, memory care.

  • Memory care specialty

    Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Dining program

    Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.

  • Regulatory citation history

    Has received 8 Type A citations (serious — these indicate immediate risk to health, safety, or personal rights). Ask what corrective actions have been taken.

  • Substantiated complaints on file

    3 of 21 complaint allegations have been substantiated by state investigators. Review the facility's public inspection reports for details.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$8,546/mo

Memory Care

Shared Room$7,003/mo
Private Room$7,003/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

95 Dusenberg Drive, Westlake, CA 91362

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Medication Management
Memory Care Program
Dining
Housekeeping
Beauty Salon

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Varenita of Westlake?
Varenita of Westlake has a FYI Safety Score of 5.9 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 15 state citations and 3 verified complaints have been documented since 2023 across 21 inspections.
How much does Varenita of Westlake cost?
Varenita of Westlake starts at $7,003 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Varenita of Westlake offer memory care?
Yes, Varenita of Westlake offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Assisted Living, Memory Care.
Does Varenita of Westlake accept Medi-Cal?
Varenita of Westlake is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Varenita of Westlake last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Varenita of Westlake was on 2026-02-11. The facility has received 21 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Varenita of Westlake have?
Varenita of Westlake has 15 state citations and 3 verified complaints since 2023 across 21 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 5.9 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Varenita of Westlake been in operation?
Varenita of Westlake has been licensed for 3 years in Westlake, California, with a licensed capacity of 115 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
565850150
Size
115 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
September 15, 2022 (3 years)
Licensee
Westlake Senior Living Center Llc; Sunrise Et Al
Administrator
Howell,Zachary
Phone
(805) 413-3300
Address
95 Dusenberg Drive, Westlake, CA 91362

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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