Better Living and Care III
Better Living and Care III Vibrant Home is a warm and welcoming memory care community on N Harper Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Since 1997, they have set the bar high in exceptional care and support to seniors who are living with memory impairments. Their private and semi-private suites are designed for comfort and accessibility, ensuring that residents can move around with ease. The experienced staff at Better Living and Care III Vibrant Home understands that transitioning to a new home can be challenging, which is why they work tirelessly to make the adjustment as seamless as possible for their residents.
The community’s location provides access to a range of attractions, medical facilities, and stores, allowing residents to stay connected to the community. Their indoor and outdoor common areas provide a vibrant and social environment for residents to relax and socialize. Additionally, their on-site beautician is available to provide salon services to help residents look and feel their best everyday.
Inspection Report Summary for Better Living and Care III
Between September 2021 and October 2025 the California Department of Social Services conducted five unannounced annual inspections of Better Living & Care III (Facility #197607802). The small, single‑story home, licensed for six adults with developmental disabilities, has maintained a census of two to three residents across the visits and has consistently met the regulatory requirements of Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. In each visit the Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) documented that the facility’s physical condition, emergency systems, medication storage, and resident records were current and compliant, resulting in no citations or deficiencies on any of the reports.
The facility’s layout—a combination of bedrooms, shared bathrooms, a kitchen, dining area, and outdoor patio—remains in good repair. Safety features such as smoke and carbon‑monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, first‑aid kits, and secure storage for hazardous materials and medications were verified as fully functional. Infection‑control protocols, including temperature checks, visitor logging, sanitizing stations, and adequate PPE supplies, were observed. Hot‑water temperatures consistently met the required thresholds, and all bathrooms and kitchen fixtures were clean and well‑maintained. The facility’s emergency preparedness was confirmed through the presence of a two‑day perishable food supply, a seven‑day non‑perishable stock, and an emergency water source.
Notable patterns across the inspections include the unannounced nature of the visits, the consistent involvement of Administrator Lucien Ezros and staff such as Violetta Khalilova and Jeffrey Ezros, and the ongoing requirement to update license and insurance documentation. In 2023 the LPA noted that staff and residents were not wearing face coverings, prompting a reminder to monitor CDC guidance. The facility’s hospice waiver was acknowledged, and its policy of not handling residents’ funds remained unchanged. Overall, the reports illustrate a consistently compliant operation with only minor procedural reminders issued, underscoring a stable, safe environment for its residents.
Facility Overview
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Facility ID
Unique ID assigned by the California Department of Social Services for this licensed facility.
197607802 -
Facility Type
Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal.
LICENSED
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state.
September 23, 2009
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility.
BETTER LIVING & CARE HOMES INC.
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County
The California county where the facility is located.
LOS ANGELES
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Regional Office
The regional CDSS office that oversees inspections for this facility (based on internal state code).
11
Inspection & Compliance
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All Visits
Sum of inspections, complaint visits, and other administrative visits.
4 visits
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Inspections
Formal inspections conducted by the state’s licensing division.
4 inspections
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Other Visits
Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections.
0 visits
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Complaint Visits
Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state.
0 complaints
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Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections
0 citations
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Official Report
Opens the facility’s official licensing and inspection record on the California DSS Transparency Portal.
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Type of Care Available
Where will you be?
8.3 miles from city center
624 N Harper Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (213)-204-4725Calculate Travel Distance to Better Living and Care III
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Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- CA Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits: Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
- CA Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- General: Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; need-based.
- CA Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
Requirements:
General:Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA Specifics:County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
- Income Limits (2025):~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits:Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
- CA Specifics:Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits:~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics:Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; need-based.
- CA Specifics:High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics:High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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Beds shows the number of beds currently filled in each community agianst the total number of beds. Higher occupied beds usually indicates strong demand and reputation, while lower occupancy may suggest more availability for new residents.
Community |
Occupancy |
Beds |
Home Revenue |
Owner |
CCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALCOTT REHABILITATION HOSPITAL | 90.2% | 121 | $21,883,063.00 | 56293 | |
| ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL | 94.5% | 210 | $27,831,162.00 | VODICSKA, STEVEN | 56237 |
| ALEXANDRIA CARE CENTER | 88.1% | 177 | $28,208,099.00 | MAGNOLIA HEALTH MANAGEMENT I LLC | 56113 |
| ALVARADO CARE CENTER | 95.0% | 72 | $10,663,673.00 | SMILOW, MICHAEL | 56157 |
| AVALON VILLA HEALTH CARE | 91.4% | 131 | $16,177,666.00 | 56023 | |
| BERKLEY WEST HEALTHCARE CENTER | 111.9% | 54 | $6,626,646.00 | PAXMAN, MARCUS | 55136 |
| BONNIE BRAE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL | 69.7% | 59 | $5,449,245.00 | BONNIE BRAE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL INC. | 55538 |
| BRIER OAK ON SUNSET | 80.9% | 159 | $20,652,307.00 | 56056 | |
| BURLINGTON CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL | 92.7% | 124 | $16,858,652.00 | DISTEFANO, DAN | 56326 |
| CALIFORNIA CARE CENTER | 98.2% | 66 | $6,637,847.00 | 55461 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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