Casa De Madera
State licensed324 Wapello Street, Altadena, CA 91001
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
North Lake Villas
Altadena, CaliforniaState inspected Apr 21, 2026, 1 citation since 2022
About North Lake Villas
North Lake Villas provides compassionate assisted living for seniors in Altadena, California who want support with daily activities while maintaining independence. Our caring team helps residents thrive through personalized assistance and community engagement.
Community at a glance
Capacity
30 residents
State license
#197603823, Licensed
Location
Altadena, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
2851 N. Lake Ave, Altadena, California 91001
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects North Lake Villas. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited North Lake Villas on April 21, 2026.
Since November 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections and 3 complaint visits.
Inspectors issued 1 Type B citation. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.
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 2 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.
Last visit
Apr 21, 2026
Routine inspections
3
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
1
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Other visits | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jan 28, 2026, Aug 18, 2024, Jan 14, 2023.
Complaints
- April 21, 20262 unsubstantiated
- November 9, 20221 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- 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
- 197603823
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 30 residents
- Licensed since
- August 30, 2002
- Licensee
- North Lake Villas, Inc.
- Administrator
- Nourit Braun
Location
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2851 N. Lake AveAltadena, CA 91001
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has North Lake Villas had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued North Lake Villas 0 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation since November 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 North Lake Villas last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on April 21, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about North Lake Villas?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since November 2022. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 4 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.