6233 Variel Ave
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
436 beds • Est. 2022 (3 years) • Get directions
24 state citations (10 serious, 14 minor) and 9 verified complaints since 2022 across 47 inspections. The most serious recent finding, from October 2025, involved a memory care resident throwing an object at another resident in the dining room causing a head injury that required hospital admission; the resident had no prior history of aggression and received new medication following the incident. Also in 2025, a memory care resident left the secured unit unsupervised on 2 occasions, reaching the first-floor lobby before staff located them; the resident was unharmed both times. A separate 2025 finding confirmed a staff member gave a resident half the prescribed dose of an antidepressant over several days; that staff member was removed from medication technician duties. Earlier verified findings include a 2023 incident in which a staff member administered a nasal spray to a resident's eye instead of the prescribed eye drops, resulting in an emergency hospital visit, and a 2022 incident in which a resident sustained bruising after being transferred by the forearms rather than the proper technique, with no subsequent staff investigation or retraining documented.
The Variel is one of LA's newest large-scale senior living communities, opened in 2022 in Woodland Hills' Warner Center neighborhood. It positions itself as next-generation senior living — contemporary design, a rental model with no large buy-in, and three levels of care from independent living through memory care.
The location puts residents within easy reach of Westfield Topanga, Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills, and neighborhood dining.
Contemporary design that actually feels current
Built in 2022, this is one of the newest large communities in LA. Modern architecture, upscale interiors, and a Southern California aesthetic — a stark contrast to the dated look of many senior living facilities.
Rent month-to-month, no massive buy-in
The Variel uses a rental model, meaning no large entrance fee. You pay monthly rent. This gives families flexibility and avoids the financial risk of a buy-in community.
Two-tiered memory care for different stages
The Mezzanine program is designed for early-stage memory loss (including couples where only one partner has symptoms). The Tessera program is for more advanced needs. Most places offer one-size-fits-all memory care.
Age in place from independence through memory care
Independent living, assisted living, and memory care are all available under one roof. Residents can transition between care levels without the upheaval of moving to a new community.
Below-average safety record
The FYI Safety Score™ is 2.3 out of 10 (Poor), based on state inspection data. This reflects a higher-than-typical number of citations or complaints. Ask management directly about their inspection history and what steps they've taken to address issues.
Brand new means unproven
Licensed in 2022, only 3 years of operation. You're betting on a community that hasn't had decades to work out the kinks. Ask about staff turnover and resident satisfaction trends.
This is a premium community
The Variel positions itself at the high end of the market across all care levels. Budget-conscious families should check the pricing section carefully and understand the full cost picture before scheduling a visit.
436 beds is a large operation
At this size, the community operates more like a large hotel or resort campus. It won't feel intimate or home-like. If your loved one prefers a smaller, quieter setting, this may not be the right fit.
Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.
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6233 Variel Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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$7,500/mo
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