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Golden Hills Retirement Ctr Inc

10159 Hillhaven Ave

Tujunga, CA 91042

60 beds • Est. 2018 (7 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.9 Good

A clean record — no citations or complaints across 29 state inspections. Last inspected in January 2026.

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Why we like it

Golden Hills Retirement Center is a 60-bed residential care facility in Tujunga, at the base of the Verdugo Mountains in the northeast San Fernando Valley. The community provides 24-hour awake staff, customized personal care plans, medication management, home-cooked seasonal meals, and a daily activity program that includes flower arranging, painting, gardening, crosswords, and board games.

Multiple family reviews praise the attentive caregiving and home-like atmosphere.

  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.9 out of 10 (Excellent), based on state inspection data. Zero Type A or Type B citations across 29 visits with no substantiated allegations. Maintaining this record over 7 years of operation is impressive.

  • 24-hour awake staff, explicitly stated

    The facility advertises 24-hour awake staff, not just on-call overnight. This is a specific and important distinction — it means someone is actively monitoring residents around the clock, not waking up from a nap when there's an issue.

  • Transparent communication with families

    The care philosophy includes promptly notifying families and physicians of any updates, with an emphasis on transparent care. Reviews from families confirm this communication style is genuine, not just a talking point.

  • Seasonal dining with real cooking

    Meals feature fresh, locally sourced seasonal ingredients. In a 60-bed setting, you're not getting institutional food service — this is closer to home-style cooking scaled up thoughtfully.

  • Tujunga is a tucked-away neighborhood

    Located at the far northeast edge of the San Fernando Valley against the mountains, Tujunga requires a drive from most parts of LA. The scenic setting comes with geographic isolation.

  • Website references a San Ramon location

    The facility's website describes a home in San Ramon (Bay Area), not Tujunga. This suggests the operator may run multiple locations. Verify that you're evaluating the specific Tujunga facility, and ask about how closely the owner manages each site.

  • 33 total allegations despite zero substantiated

    While none of the 33 complaints were substantiated, the volume is worth understanding. Ask management about the nature of complaints filed and how their resolution process works.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$6,458/mo
Studio$6,996/mo

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Where you'll live

10159 Hillhaven Ave, Tujunga, CA 91042

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Medication Management
Dining
Housekeeping
Laundry
Private Bathroom
Activities Program
Garden

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
197609631
Capacity
60 beds
Size
Large Community (50+ beds)
Licensed Since
August 14, 2018 (7 years)
Licensee
Golden Hills Retirement Center Inc
Administrator
Guevara, Itzel
ALW Participant
No
Phone
(818) 352-1559
Address
10159 Hillhaven Ave, Tujunga, CA 91042

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


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