Sweet Sophias Senior Living
State licensed8818 Sophia Avenue, North Hills, CA 91343
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Dignity Care Home #1
North Hills, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 27, 2026, 18 citations since 2022
About Dignity Care Home #1
Dignity Care Home #1 brings personalized assisted living to North Hills, California, where experienced staff support daily activities while residents maintain their independence. We focus on comfort, safety, and meaningful connections—helping families navigate this important transition with confidence and care.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#197608489, Licensed
Location
North Hills, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
8821 Valjean Avenue, North Hills, California 91343
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Dignity Care Home #1. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Dignity Care Home #1 on August 27, 2026.
Since July 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections and 1 complaint visit.
Inspectors issued 7 Type A citations and 11 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 1 complaint, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Aug 27, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
7
Type B citations
11
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 0 | 7 | 11 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Aug 27, 2026, Jul 2, 2025, Jul 10, 2024, Feb 27, 2024, Jul 26, 2022.
Complaints
- August 27, 20266 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 197608489
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- July 26, 2013
- Licensee
- Dignity Care, Inc.
- Administrator
- Ronald M. Viray
Location
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8821 Valjean AvenueNorth Hills, CA 91343
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Dignity Care Home #1 had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Dignity Care Home #1 7 Type A citations and 11 Type B citations since July 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Dignity Care Home #1 last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 27, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Dignity Care Home #1?+
The state investigated 1 complaint since July 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 6 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.