Northridge Care Center
7836 Reseda Blvd · Reseda, CA · 91335 · 8188817414
97 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Longwood Management Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.91 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.39 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.55 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 31% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (76 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 25, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056412 · certified since January 1, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.