12521 Killion Street, Valley Village, CA 91607
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Just Like Home Costs & Pricing
Just Like Home offers a private room option at a monthly cost of $5,000, which is notably higher than the average rates in Los Angeles County and across California. In comparison, the average cost for similar accommodations in Los Angeles County stands at approximately $4,197, while the state average is even lower at around $3,939. This pricing reflects Just Like Home's commitment to providing exceptional services and amenities that may not be available elsewhere. While their rates are above the regional and state averages, many families find that the quality of care and personalized attention justifies this investment in their loved ones' well-being.
| Floor plans | Just Like Home | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private | $5,000 | $4,197 | $3,939 |
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Overall Review of Just Like Home
Pros
They provide a safe and caring home with clean, well-kept rooms.- The staff are wonderful, caring, and attentive.
- The facility feels like home and is spacious and comfortable.
- Hospice and facility staff collaborate to deliver compassionate end-of-life care.
- Alex and Mark offer a safe, caring environment and coordinate medical appointments and daily routines.
- The house is always clean, and residents seem comfortable and well cared for.
- Meals are homemade, tasty, and tailored to dietary needs.
- The caregivers are empathetic, hardworking, and go the extra mile to please families.
- The owners are knowledgeable, hands-on, and protective of residents.
Cons
One resident felt isolated due to language difficulties.- He is hard of hearing, which makes the TV volume too loud for him.
- His diarrhea required dietary modifications that he did not want.
- The communication was sometimes lacking.
- There were no formal activities for residents.
- The living room furniture was too deep and soft for her to get in and out of without assistance.
- Her mother was not a fan of the food.
- Her mother’s preference for organic, grass-fed food would be hard to meet on a restricted budget.
Review
Just Like Home in Valley Village is best suited for families seeking a deeply personal, nurse-led board-and-care setting where care feels like a true extension of family. It shines for residents who need attentive daily oversight, warm, hands-on nursing input, and a home-like environment that minimizes the clinical feel of larger facilities. The owners stay involved in health monitoring, delivering consistent medical coordination, clear communication with doctors, and a steady presence that reassures families someone is always watching over care needs. Private rooms, a clean, comfortable house, and constant staff presence create a secure, homelike rhythm that makes transitions from higher-acuity settings feel more manageable and dignified.
That said, the community may be less compelling for families prioritizing formal programming or a larger, more socially dynamic campus. Several reviews note that while residents socialize well within the house, there are no formal activity schedules. Language challenges or hearing difficulties can also create moments of isolation for some residents, despite efforts to communicate clearly and tailor meals. For individuals who require structured activities, diverse programming, or dietary plans beyond what the home routinely accommodates, alternatives with more organized programming or broader dining options may be preferable.
Core strengths center on the owners and staff: a nurse-owner team that stays actively engaged in health monitoring, plus hands-on daily assistance and a willingness to accompany residents to appointments or hospital visits. The caregiving culture extends to a team of empathetic, dependable caregivers who keep the house clean and orderly, enabling residents to feel safe and valued. Privacy matters are respected with private rooms that residents can personalize, and the home environment supports autonomy, comfort, and a sense of belonging. The ability to customize meals and accommodate dietary requests, often with home-style, homemade dishes, adds meaningful emotional value and can offset the absence of formal dining programming. Hospice or end-of-life care coordination is integrated smoothly, delivering reassurance to families facing serious illness.
Yet the lack of formal programming is a real trade-off. In a smaller house focused on comfort and intimate care, opportunities for structured social activities or diverse daily routines are limited. Communication, while generally strong, can exhibit occasional gaps, underscoring the need for proactive and consistent updates from the owners. The living room furniture, though comfortable, may not suit every mobility need, signaling a preference for practicality over design variety. These are not fatal shortcomings; they simply redefine what “care environment” means here, prioritizing genuine home-style immersion, personal attention, and medical coordination over campus-scale amenities.
For families weighing care quality against cost and convenience, Just Like Home offers a compelling package: intimate oversight, exceptional warmth from owners with nursing backgrounds, reliable medical coordination, and a clean, flexible home environment that respects resident independence. It is especially well-matched for an elder who thrives on consistent personal attention, values a familiar kitchen and homemade meals, and benefits from a caregiver team that will go the extra mile to secure appointments, accompany to visits, and provide steady companionship. If a larger social calendar, more aggressive rehabilitation programming, or a broader staff-to-resident ratio is a top priority, exploring alternatives is prudent.
Decision-makers should plan a focused visit to observe daily routines, meet Alex and Mark, and probe how care plans are communicated and updated. Request meals that reflect dietary preferences, ask for rides to important appointments, and gauge how well current residents socialize and what a typical day looks like. For families facing end-of-life decisions in a setting that feels like a trusted neighbor’s home, this community stands out as a practical, compassionate choice. When comfort, personal attention, and integrated medical support outweigh campus size or formal programming, Just Like Home often proves to be the best-fit option.
6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Handicap accessible
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
Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (3 miles away)
24-hour supervision
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
BBQs or picnics
Birthday parties
Cards / pinochle club
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Stretching classes
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest
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