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Maclay Healthcare Center in Sylmar, CA

Maclay Healthcare Center is a nursing home community in Sylmar, CA.

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Maclay Healthcare Center in Sylmar, CA

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  • Interior

    A spacious and well-lit hospital room featuring two beds, modern furnishings, and decorative elements.

  • Outdoors

    A healthcare center with a sign and a large tree in front, photographed on a clear day.

  • Building

    A modern architectural building set against a clear blue sky, surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Architecture

    A mid-century modern house with large glass windows and a green roof.

  • Trees

    Outdoor seating area at a motel with chairs and tables on a paved surface.

  • Dining

    A spacious and well-lit dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, perfect for social gatherings.

  • Landscaping

    A well-lit outdoor space featuring a pergola, furniture, and landscaped trees, casting distinct shadows on the ground.

  • Seating Area

    An outdoor patio area with round tables, chairs, and surrounding buildings on a sunny day.

  • Outdoor

    A serene view of a building surrounded by greenery and well-maintained pathways.

  • Television

    A cozy hospital room featuring a patient bed adorned with a yellow blanket, a small table with a decorative basket and stuffed animal, and a TV in the background.

  • Lobby

    A spacious and inviting lobby area with contemporary furnishings and ample natural light.

  • Natural Light

    A bright and inviting lounge area featuring comfortable seating and modern decor.

  • Wall Art

    A bright and inspiring room with motivational wall art and organized shelves, featuring a blue floor.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A spacious fitness studio equipped with various exercise equipment, perfect for physical therapy and rehabilitation.

12831 Maclay Street, Sylmar, CA 91342

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3.9 from 71 reviews
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Overall Review of Maclay Healthcare Center

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Medication and diet support stands out

Residents describe careful medication handling and diet support, though a few report serious mistakes.

Some reviewers specifically mention how medications were managed and on time, and how the facility supported complex dietary needs. One family member described the community monitoring their loved one closely while coordinating many medications and accommodating special food textures. A different reviewer reported problems with medication delivery and a mismatch between the prescribed diet and what was provided.

common 9 reviews mention this

Clean, spacious rooms are a common win

Cleanliness and room comfort come up repeatedly in visitor accounts.

Multiple reviewers describe the building as clean, with spacious, comfortable rooms and an overall well-kept feel. Several mention that residents had pleasant surroundings, including views and outdoor areas. A few comments also note the facility’s cleanliness during visits and tours.

common 4 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents and visitors describe regular activities and time outside.

Reviewers mention a steady schedule of activities and staff involvement, including dedicated activity programming. Some describe residents enjoying daily activities and the community taking people outside when weather is nice. One reviewer also highlights a staff member working in activities as caring and compassionate.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Staff communication can be hard

Communication by phone and urgent response times are recurring concerns in reviews.

A number of reviewers report trouble reaching staff, describing long holds, unresponsiveness, or delayed attention. One reviewer also raised concerns about emergency response after using the call button. While some comments praise individual nurses, these reviews suggest communication gaps can be especially stressful for families.

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Features

Housing

  • 141 resident community capacity 141 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Security gate Security gate
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • 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)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

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

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English
  • Spanish Spanish

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (5.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Olive View Ucla Medical Center (2.7 miles)
  • Tebi, Sina Dr - Providence Holy Cross Medical Center Diabetes Education (3.2 miles)
  • Rinaldi Convalescent Hospital (4.9 miles)
  • Veterans Administration (5.8 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Emergency (6.1 miles)
  • Wespark Non-Profit Cancer Support Center (9 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (4 miles)
  • McDonald's (5 miles)
  • Sugar Suite (5.2 miles)
  • Wendy's (6.2 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (6.4 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (6.7 miles)
  • The Habit Burger Grill (6.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Immanuel Bible Church (5.2 miles)

Parks

  • O'Melveny Park (5.6 miles)
  • Playground (6.5 miles)
  • Oak Spring Park (8.5 miles)
  • Holleigh Bernson Memorial Park (9.1 miles)
  • Lake Balboa Park (9.7 miles)
  • Valencia Glen Park (9.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (6.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.6 miles)
  • Honu Coffee (8.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Mid-Valley Comprehensive Health Center (7.1 miles)
  • Prima Pediatrics (7.2 miles)
  • Facey Medical Group (7.9 miles)
  • The Allergy and Asthma Institute of The Valley (8.2 miles)
  • Southern California Orthopedic Institute (8.2 miles)
  • Triangle Medical Group (9.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Van Nuys FlyAway Bus Terminal to LAX (7.8 miles)
  • Baggage Claim (8.3 miles)
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) (8.3 miles)
  • Burbank Airport Ride Share Pick Up (8.3 miles)
  • Terminal A (8.3 miles)
  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) (8.5 miles)
  • North Hollywood Metro Station (9.7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Porter Ranch 9 (9.2 miles)

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