Lake Balboa Care Center

Nestled in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, Lake Balboa Care Center at 16955 Vanowen Street provides compassionate skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation care for seniors in Van Nuys and the surrounding Los Angeles communities. Managed by The Ensign Group — one of the nation's most respected senior care organizations — the center brings a culture of clinical excellence, dignity, and person-centered care to every resident and family it serves. The facility's location in the Lake Balboa neighborhood is a genuine asset for residents and visiting loved ones alike. Just steps away, the sprawling Anthony C. Beilenson Park and Lake Balboa offer peaceful walking paths, picnic areas, and tranquil lake views — a beautiful escape that family members can enjoy during visits. The Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area, one of the San Fernando Valley's premier green spaces, is equally close, providing a sense of openness and nature rarely found in urban care settings. For medical continuity, families can take comfort knowing that Valley Presbyterian Hospital — a full-service acute care facility — is located just minutes away on Vanowen Street, ensuring seamless transitions between hospital and skilled nursing care. Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center is also within easy reach for specialist follow-up. The surrounding Van Nuys community offers convenient amenities for families visiting their loved ones. Westfield Topanga and the adjacent Topanga Social dining and entertainment hub are a short drive away, offering dozens of restaurant options ranging from casual to upscale. Van Nuys Boulevard provides everyday services, pharmacies, and coffee shops for quick stops before or after visits. The Ensign Group's commitment to clinical outcomes means residents receive individualized therapy programs, skilled wound care, cardiac recovery support, and a full continuum of post-acute services. At Lake Balboa Care Center, recovery and comfort go hand in hand.