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Ana Residential Care

1046 East Lancaster Boulvard

Lancaster, CA 93535

6 beds • Est. 1999 (26 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.6 Good

A strong track record. 3 older citations are on file but nothing in the last 2 years, though 1 substantiated complaint. Last inspected in July 2025.

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Why we like it

Ana Residential Care operates as A Helping Hand Home Care, a 6-bed residential care home in Lancaster serving families across the Antelope Valley and greater Los Angeles County. The home offers assisted daily living support, medication management, specialized dementia care, 24-hour supervision, and short-term respite stays.

The facility features private and shared rooms, home-cooked meals tailored to resident preferences, wheelchair-accessible spaces, and outdoor areas designed for social connection.

  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.6 out of 10 (Excellent), based on state inspection data. Across 10 inspections and 26 years of operation, the home has maintained an outstanding compliance record.

  • 26 years of serving the Antelope Valley

    Licensed since 1999, this is one of the longest-running small care homes in Lancaster. A quarter century of continuous operation in the same community means deep local relationships, established routines, and proven reliability.

  • Transparent pricing philosophy

    The website explicitly promises transparent pricing with no hidden fees. This is refreshing in an industry notorious for vague quotes and surprise surcharges. Ask for the complete fee schedule in writing before committing.

  • Wheelchair accessibility and mobility equipment

    ADA-compliant spaces with sling lifts and Hoyer lifts available for residents who have trouble getting in and out of bed or chairs. Many small homes can't accommodate residents with significant mobility limitations — this one can.

  • Lancaster is far from central Los Angeles

    Located in the high desert of the Antelope Valley, Lancaster is over an hour from most of LA. If family members live closer to the coast or central LA, the commute for regular visits will be substantial.

  • Website lists a different license number

    The A Helping Hand Home Care website references license number 197610447, which may be a newer location. When you visit, confirm you're touring the specific facility at the address associated with this listing.

  • Hot, dry desert climate

    Lancaster summers regularly exceed 100°F. If your loved one is sensitive to heat or enjoys outdoor time, the climate limits comfortable outdoor activity to early mornings and evenings for much of the year.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$5,818/mo

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Where you'll live

1046 East Lancaster Boulvard, Lancaster, CA 93535

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Medication Management
Memory Care Program
Respite Care
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Transportation
Activities Program

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
197602356
Capacity
6 beds
Size
Small Home (1–6 beds)
Licensed Since
July 12, 1999 (26 years)
Licensee
Smith, Wanda
Administrator
Smith, Wanda
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(661) 949-0151
Address
1046 East Lancaster Boulvard, Lancaster, CA 93535

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


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