Torrance Memorial Med Ctr SNF/Dp
Scout 100Torrance, CA · 40 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Torrance's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,400–$17,130/mo
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Alvarado Care Center
1154 S.alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90006 · Los Angeles County
At Alvarado Care Center, we place a great emphasis on providing a superior quality of care you can feel. You’ll immediately notice the beautifully remodeled patient rooms as well as our state-of-the-art rehab room.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (68 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Alvarado Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Los Angeles, CA, with 72 certified beds and an average of about 68 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 29 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $90,600 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.98 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •29 deficiencies at last survey
- •$90,600 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Los Angeles options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 72
- Avg. residents/day
- 68
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 056157
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,400–$17,130/mo (median $13,790) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Los Angeles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.98
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.44
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 24.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 29
- Federal fines
- 2 ($90,600)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-23
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (63 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2026-04-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-04-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-22 | Fine | $49,200 |
| 2025-08-22 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-06-26 | Fine | $41,400 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
1154 S.alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Alvarado Care Center
How much does Alvarado Care Center cost?
Alvarado Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Los Angeles, CA area typically runs $11,400–$17,130 per month (median $13,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Alvarado Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Alvarado Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Alvarado Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.98 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 24.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Alvarado Care Center?
Alvarado Care Center has 63 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Alvarado Care Center have availability?
Typically 95% full (68 of 72 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Alvarado Care Center offer?
Alvarado Care Center in Los Angeles, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 72 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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