North Hills, California
Breath of Sunshine
Assisted Living · Residential Care
8627 Norwich Avenue, North Hills, CA 91343
Breath of Sunshine is a residential care home in North Hills, California offering assisted living care.
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- August 2023
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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State record available
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 1
AI summary
Breath of Sunshine has no Type A findings across its 3 years of licensed operation, with only administrative-level Type B citations on record and one substantiated complaint allegation.
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- Track record — Over its licensed period, the community has drawn 2 Type B citations (administrative findings such as paperwork, posting, or minor procedure gaps) and no Type A findings, the most severe class tied to resident safety or care.
- Complaints — One of the two complaint investigations resulted in a substantiated allegation, about half of those investigated; families should understand what that finding involved and how it was resolved.
- Operating tenure — With 3 years of licensure and 5 dated inspection or complaint visits on record, there is a reasonable but still developing history to evaluate; a small 6-bed capacity also means fewer findings are typical simply due to scale.
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #197610456
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 2
- Complaint investigation visits
- 2
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 0
- Type B citations · administrative
- 2
- Substantiated allegations
- 1
Available reports · 6
Complaint investigation
Nov 25, 2025
Facility evaluation
Aug 12, 2025
Facility evaluation
May 27, 2025
Facility evaluation
Aug 20, 2024
Facility evaluation
Aug 9, 2023
1–5 of 6 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$3,500 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $3,500 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $5,000 / mo
Financial Assistance
What is the ALW?
The Assisted Living Waiver is a Medi-Cal program that pays for assisted living care in place of a nursing home. Residents must be on Medi-Cal (no share of cost) and meet a nursing-facility level of care; only communities enrolled with the state can accept it.
Listed as a participating provider by the California Department of Health Care Services (Jan 2026 list).
Care & support
Daily Care Services
11 services
- Medication management
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Mobility assistance
- 24-hour nursing
- Physical therapy on-site
- Wheelchair accessible
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Safety rails (bathroom)
- Non-ambulatory care
Specialized Care
3 services
- Respite / Short-term care
- Parkinson's program
- Hospice agency partnership
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
14 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Housekeeping Included
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- In-Unit Washer/Dryer
- Movie theater / Media room
- Guest suites
- Activity room
- Fireplace / Common fireplace
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
Outdoor Spaces
4 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- BBQ / Grill area
Dining Options
6 features
- Outdoor / Patio dining
- Accommodates special diets
- Choice menu
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- International cuisine
- Professional chef
Transportation
1 feature- Scheduled transportation
Community Services
4 features
- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
- Maintenance services
- Postal / Mail services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.5Average RatingAveraged from 8 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Families overwhelmingly describe Breath of Sunshine as warm, clean, and attentive, though one sharply negative review urges thorough due diligence before enrolling.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe staff as loving and attentive, going out of their way to keep residents clean, groomed, and comfortable, including compassionate support during end-of-life care.
- Dining — Families highlight fresh, home-cooked daily meals and shared dining table traditions that make mealtimes feel like family gatherings.
- Atmosphere & grounds — The home and patio are consistently praised as exceptionally clean, shiny, and beautifully maintained, with fruit trees and fresh flowers frequently mentioned.
- Communication — Families appreciate frequent updates, including texts and photos, that kept them informed and reassured when they couldn't visit in person.
- Activities — Reviewers note daily activities, celebrated holidays and birthdays, and cozy communal spaces like a living room with recliners for residents to relax together.
- Financial transparency — One reviewer felt the $4,500 monthly cost was not worth the value received and urged families to scrutinize pricing and licensing records carefully before committing.
- Staff & care — That same review raises concerns about caregiver training and staffing levels, so families should ask directly about caregiver credentials, staff-to-resident ratios, and any past state citations.
- Value & pricing — Given the mixed feedback on cost versus care quality, families should clarify exactly what services and staffing are included at the current price point.
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