Overall Review of Tracy's Boarding Care - Hiawatha
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Cleanliness is repeatedly emphasized
Residents and families repeatedly describe the home as very clean.
Many reviewers highlight the facility as immaculate, spotless, and hygienic. Several also connect that cleanliness with a more comfortable day-to-day atmosphere, including bright, calm common areas and rooms. A number of comments also mention the home being fresh, well maintained, and organized.
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Nursing experience guides care
Care is guided by nursing expertise residents and families notice.
Multiple reviews point to the owner and care team’s nursing background and medical competence. Reviewers describe strong medical knowledge, help coordinating more advanced needs, and nursing experience that made hospice setup feel manageable. Some families also say the owners are certified nurses and that the lead caregiver’s expertise supported their loved one’s condition.
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Staff communication and reassurance
Families describe frequent updates and prompt communication.
Reviewers often mention that Vilbert and the staff keep them informed, including during critical transitions like hospice. Several families describe getting updates on health status and being promptly contacted when there are changes. In addition to care, reviewers connect communication with peace of mind for loved ones and caregivers.
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Meals are treated as personal care
Meals receive hands-on attention that matches individual needs.
Food is a consistent detail in multiple reviews, with commenters describing home-style meals prepared daily. Some families say staff cater to specific food preferences and make adjustments when eating is difficult. One reviewer also describes pureed food, drinks, and snacks chosen to encourage intake and comfort.
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A calm, safe environment stands out
Many reviewers say their loved ones felt safe here.
Several reviews describe the setting as calm, serene, peaceful, and safe. Families also say their loved ones felt secure soon after arrival, including people living with dementia. Reviewers frequently connect that environment with reduced worry and reassurance during end-of-life care.
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Everyday daily support details
Care includes hands-on assistance with daily routines.
A couple of reviews describe personalized daily support beyond just supervision, including help so residents are comfortable and supported. Reviewers also mention attention to medication routines and staying organized so families feel confident in day-to-day care.
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Nearby conveniences within a few miles
Nearby shopping and services are within a short drive.
The area around the community includes common errands and dining options nearby, which can help with quick stops for families and visitors. Nearby options include pharmacies, cafes, and restaurants at roughly the distances shown.
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Features
Housing
6 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (10 miles away)
Los Angeles International (23 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Rite Aid (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Rite Aid (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Restaurants
Del Taco (0.6 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (1 miles)
Sugar Suite (2 miles)
Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill (2.7 miles)
Yard House (2.7 miles)
McDonald's (2.8 miles)
McDonald's (2.8 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.8 miles)
Starbucks (1 miles)
Porto's Bakery & Cafe (3 miles)
Starbucks (3.6 miles)
Starbucks (3.8 miles)
Winnetka Bowl (5.6 miles)
Starbucks (7 miles)
Hospitals
Rinaldi Convalescent Hospital (1.9 miles)
Veterans Administration (2.1 miles)
Tebi, Sina Dr - Providence Holy Cross Medical Center Diabetes Education (3.4 miles)
Kaiser Permanente Emergency (5.6 miles)
Olive View Ucla Medical Center (5.9 miles)
Places of Worship
Immanuel Bible Church (3.2 miles)
Parks
O'Melveny Park (3.2 miles)
Holleigh Bernson Memorial Park (3.9 miles)
Lake Balboa Park (5.1 miles)
Parthenia Park (5.3 miles)
Encino Bike Path (5.4 miles)
Chatsworth Park North (5.6 miles)
Playground (6.9 miles)
Theaters
AMC Porter Ranch 9 (3.4 miles)
Regal Sherman Oaks Galleria (7.7 miles)
Transportation
Van Nuys FlyAway Bus Terminal to LAX (3.9 miles)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) (4.2 miles)
Physicians
Mid-Valley Comprehensive Health Center (5.2 miles)
Southern California Orthopedic Institute (5.4 miles)
UCLA Health Woodland Hills (7.2 miles)
Evan Bachner Evan J Bachner MD (7.7 miles)
Center For Orthopaedic Specialists (7.7 miles)
Providence Medical Institute West Hills OB-GYN (7.7 miles)
Liberty Pacific Advanced Imaging | West Hills (7.7 miles)
Tracy's Boarding Care - Hiawatha is located at 17441 Hiawatha Street, Granada Hills, CA 91344 in Los Angeles County, California
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