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Scholl Canyon Estates Gracious Retirement Living in Glendale, CA

Scholl Canyon Estates Gracious Retirement Living is an independent living community in Glendale, CA.

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Scholl Canyon Estates Gracious Retirement Living in Glendale, CA

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly arranged bed, soft lighting, and an open closet.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with patterned furniture and artwork on the walls.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room setup with a Scrabble game in progress on the table and a television in the background.

  • Architecture

    A vibrant rainbow arcs over a modern apartment building under a clear blue sky.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy studio apartment with an open layout combining the living and sleeping areas.

  • Lighting

    A cozy barbershop interior with stylish chairs and mirrors.

1551 East Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA 91206

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 27 reviews
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Overall Review of Scholl Canyon Estates Gracious Retirement Living

differentiator 5 reviews mention this

Care coordination and medication support

Residents describe hands-on support with care planning and medication help.

Several reviewers mention that the team (and a separate on-site caretaking provider) helped accommodate individual needs as care needs changed. A number of residents also describe ongoing oversight such as nurse visits for medication management and help getting to and from doctor appointments. Hospice-related support is also mentioned in residents’ experiences, including end-of-life care.

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff are attentive and personable

Across reviews, residents and families describe staff who are kind, responsive, and easy to work with.

Many reviewers emphasize friendly, caring staff who take time to understand residents and respond to needs. Multiple comments credit management for being knowledgeable and supportive, including being attentive during difficult family situations. Even in critical reviews, residents reference staff directly, which reinforces that staff behavior is a major driver of opinions.

common 7 reviews mention this

Food gets mixed feedback

Dining receives both strong praise and some sharp complaints.

Some reviewers say meals are enjoyable, including comments that food is really good and served with a restaurant-style feel. Others report a decline in food quality, with one review describing meals as horrible and saying they were given very little. A recurring thread is that dining quality is not consistent across residents’ experiences.

common 4 reviews mention this

Activities and social calendar matter

Residents point to an active schedule with events and outings.

Reviewers describe a variety of activities, including community events and trips, and they highlight resident involvement. One long-term resident experience specifically calls out a fun activity calendar and a range of indoor spaces for leisure. Overall, residents tend to frame the daily routine as engaging beyond just having a place to live.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Serious concerns about theft

A small number of reviews raise serious concerns about missing personal items.

Two reviews describe theft involving resident belongings, including clothing and personal mementos, and say the items were not recovered. These comments also include dissatisfaction with how management handled the situation. While most reviews are positive about staff and care, these reports stand out as the most severe negative theme.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Cost can be a dealbreaker

Cost is mentioned as a challenge by some families.

One reviewer says they left because rent was high, describing it as a difficult tradeoff despite liking the community. Another critical review also frames the situation as affordable but not meeting expectations. Together, these comments suggest pricing may not work for every budget.

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Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (8 miles away) Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (8 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (18 miles away) Los Angeles International (18 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (24 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (24 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • Glendale Adventist Medical Center (0.1 miles)
  • Medical 2 unit (0.2 miles)
  • Huntington Memorial Hospital Nicu (4.7 miles)
  • Providence St Joseph Medical Center (5.6 miles)
  • Usc-Norris Cancer Hospital (6.5 miles)
  • LAC+USC Inpatient Tower (6.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger (0.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)
  • Porto's Bakery & Cafe (1.4 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (1.5 miles)
  • Din Tai Fung (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.7 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (3.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Proof Bakery (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Charlie's Coffee House (4.5 miles)
  • Lamill Coffee Boutique (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.3 miles)
  • Starbucks Reserve (5.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC The Americana at Brand 18 (1.6 miles)
  • AMC Burbank 16 (5 miles)
  • Universal Cinema AMC at CityWalk Hollywood (7 miles)

Parks

  • Glassell Park Recreation Center (2.5 miles)
  • Cleland Ave Bicentennial Park (2.9 miles)
  • Brookside Park (3.8 miles)
  • Hahamongna Watershed Park (4.1 miles)
  • Arroyo Seco Park (4.5 miles)
  • Elysian Park (4.8 miles)
  • Garfield Park (5.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Union Station (6.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • San Marino Community Church Nursery School (7 miles)

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