8627 Norwich Ave
North Hills, CA 91343
6 beds • Est. 2023 (2 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
2 citations in the last 2 years across 7 inspections. 1 substantiated complaint on file. Last inspected in November 2025.
View full state recordBreath of Sunshine is a 6-bed assisted living home in North Hills, part of a small network of three residential care homes in the San Fernando Valley including locations in Northridge and Arleta. The home offers medication management, daily activities, daily registered nurse visits, physical therapy, and MD services.
Multilingual caregivers speak English, Spanish, Armenian, and Russian, with a 3:1 resident-to-caregiver ratio. The home accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program.
Daily registered nurse visits
A registered nurse visits every day — not just on-call, but physically present. For a 6-bed home, this level of medical oversight is exceptional and provides real peace of mind for families with health-complex loved ones.
3:1 resident-to-caregiver ratio
Three residents per caregiver is an outstanding ratio that means genuine personal attention. In larger facilities, ratios of 8:1 or higher are common. This is a meaningful differentiator.
Four languages spoken by caregivers
Staff speaks English, Spanish, Armenian, and Russian. For families in the diverse San Fernando Valley, finding a home where caregivers can communicate with your loved one in their native language is a significant comfort.
On-site physical therapy and MD services
Physical therapy and physician services come to the home. Residents don't need to be transported to outside appointments for routine medical care — a major convenience that reduces disruption and stress.
Very new — only 2 years of operation
Licensed in August 2023, this is one of the newest homes in the area. Ask about how the home has developed its routines and what changes have been made since opening.
Sparse online information
The website is minimal — a single page with basic information and photos. You won't learn much online. Call directly and schedule an in-person visit to evaluate the home properly.
Small operator with three locations
Breath of Sunshine runs three homes in the Valley. While this shows growth, it's still a small operation without the resources of a larger organization. Ask about backup staffing and emergency protocols.
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8627 Norwich Ave, North Hills, CA 91343
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