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State licensedAssisted Living
Saint Leo's Helping Hands
Panorama City, CaliforniaState inspected Apr 22, 2026, 4 citations since 2025
About Saint Leo's Helping Hands
Saint Leo's Helping Hands brings personalized assisted living to Panorama City, California, where experienced caregivers support daily activities while residents maintain independence. Our compassionate approach focuses on dignity, comfort, and meaningful connections in a safe, welcoming environment.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#195850601, Licensed
Location
Panorama City, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
8510 Saloma Avenue, Panorama City, California 91402
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Saint Leo's Helping Hands. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Saint Leo's Helping Hands on April 22, 2026.
Since March 2025, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 1 routine inspection, 2 complaint visits and 2 other visits.
Inspectors issued 3 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation. 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 2 complaints, and found 4 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Apr 22, 2026
Routine inspections
1
Type A citations
3
Type B citations
1
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Other visits | 2 | 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 Apr 22, 2026.
Complaints
- January 29, 20264 allegations substantiated, 4 citations
- January 29, 20261 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
- 195850601
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Closed, Change of Ownership
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- April 28, 2025
- Licensee
- Saint Leo's Helping Hands
- Administrator
- Margarita Sahakyan
Location
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8510 Saloma AvenuePanorama City, CA 91402
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Saint Leo's Helping Hands had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Saint Leo's Helping Hands 3 Type A citations and 1 Type B citation since March 2025. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Saint Leo's Helping Hands last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on April 22, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Saint Leo's Helping Hands?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since March 2025. Of the allegations, 4 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 1 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.