2801 Huston Place, Lancaster, CA 93536
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Antelope Valley Manor Costs & Pricing
Antelope Valley Manor offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to both Los Angeles County and the broader California market. For a semi-private room, the monthly cost is $2,000, significantly lower than the county average of $3,349 and the state average of $3,333. Similarly, those seeking a private room will find Antelope Valley Manor's rate of $2,800 to be quite favorable in contrast to Los Angeles County's average of $4,197 and California's statewide average of $3,939. This positioning not only makes Antelope Valley Manor an attractive option for potential residents but also highlights its commitment to providing quality care at accessible prices in a region where costs can often be prohibitive.
| Floor plans | Antelope Valley Manor | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Private | $2,000 | $3,349 | $3,333 |
| Private | $2,800 | $4,197 | $3,939 |
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Overall Review of Antelope Valley Manor
Pros
The place is nice and has great staff.- The facility is very bright and welcoming, projecting a calming atmosphere.
- The caregivers are happy with their work, and that transfers to the residents.
- It’s a home, not a house.
- Lovely neighborhood and home with beautiful landscaping front and back.
- It offers nice, bright rooms for residents.
Cons
The facility is disgusting, with bed bug and roach infestations.- Cleanliness is severely lacking, and the entire place smells like urine.
- Residents are allowed to smoke inside the building, degrading the living environment.
- The facility is the worst and is not clean, with bugs.
- There is not enough staff; workers are overworked.
- Bed bugs and roaches infest the facility and persist despite attempts to treat.
- The owner is accused of prioritizing money and collecting everyone’s Social Security checks.
- The place houses criminals and drug addicts, with massive infestations.
Review
Antelope Valley Manor in Lancaster is best suited for families that prioritize a warm, home-like environment with caregivers who appear engaged and personable, and where daily life can feel organized and approachable. The community tends to deliver a bright, welcoming vibe and a sense that residents are treated with dignity by staff who seem to enjoy their work. It is a fit for those who value interpersonal warmth, outings, and a calm, residential atmosphere, even if perfection in cleanliness and maintenance cannot be guaranteed. This is not the right choice for families demanding absolute pest-free living, pristine sanitation at all times, or flawless operations across all shifts.
Those who may want to consider alternatives are primarily families who require stringent cleanliness and pest control as nonnegotiables. If a facility must be completely free of bed bugs, roaches, leaks, and odors, or if continuous, proactive maintenance and consistently reliable call bells are essential, other communities with stronger track records in these areas should be explored. Likewise, families needing rigorous staffing levels and unambiguous safety responsiveness, without reports of overwork among caregivers or owner-level tensions, may find more suitable options elsewhere.
The strongest positives here center on staff warmth and a home-like atmosphere. Reviews repeatedly highlight a bright, inviting environment and caregivers who seem happy in their roles, with that morale translating into attentive, resident-centered care. The sense of a real home is reinforced by practical details: multiple caregivers on duty for a small group, opportunities for outings, and timely meals that reflect daily routines. When the team is functioning well, residents benefit from dependable daily structure, prompt meal service, and a feeling that someone is looking after them, which can meaningfully improve quality of life.
However, the cons in the balance are substantial and frequently described as foundational problems. Persistent pest infestations, bed bugs and roaches, coupled with cleanliness issues and odors undermine basic comfort and dignity. Reports of leaks and unreliable air systems during heat, along with nonworking call bells, create safety and responsiveness concerns that clouds the perceived care. Some reviewers describe friction with management and inconsistent staffing pressures, which can translate into slower responses to calls and a sense that operations are more about appearances or CMS compliance than consistent, day-to-day reliability. These factors pose real risks to resident well-being.
The decision hinges on how much weight is given to the pros versus the cons. The favorable elements, staff engagement, a homey setting, and cost-conscious care, can offset some day-to-day friction if pest control and maintenance are aggressively addressed, and if call bells and safety systems become consistently reliable. Yet the negatives are not trivial: ongoing pests and sanitation issues directly threaten comfort and health, and reports of staffing pressures or management tensions raise red flags about long-term consistency. Families must assess whether commitments to pest control, housekeeping, and transparent management are being prioritized and sustained before choosing.
To move forward confidently, conduct a rigorous on-site evaluation focused on five pillars: housekeeping and pest management history, current cleanliness standards, maintenance responsiveness and leak repair history, reliability of call bells and resident safety protocols, and staff-to-resident ratios on each shift. Request the latest CMS survey findings, ask for a clear remediation plan if deficiencies exist, and verify private-room availability and total monthly cost beyond base rates. If compelling improvements are demonstrated and the staff environment remains positive, Antelope Valley Manor can be a viable option for a warm, cost-effective, home-like setting. If not, families should continue the search for a community with stronger, verifiable consistency in cleanliness, safety, and day-to-day operations.
6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Dogs allowed
Activities on-site
Bath tubs
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
24-hour supervision
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
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