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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Brighton Care Center
1836 N. Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 · Los Angeles County
Our medically trained staff looks out for your loved ones. Brighton Care Center provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and compassionate support.
40
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (86 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).
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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Pasadena
Brighton Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pasadena, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 86 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.22 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.22 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •22 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Pasadena options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 86
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555338
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
- 4.22
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.49
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 57.1%
- 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)
- 22
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (73 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Concierge services
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1836 N. Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, 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 Brighton Care Center
How much does Brighton Care Center cost?
Brighton Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pasadena, 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 Brighton Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Brighton Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Brighton Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.22 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Brighton Care Center?
Brighton Care Center has 73 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Brighton Care Center have availability?
Typically 87% full (86 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Brighton Care Center offer?
Brighton Care Center in Pasadena, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Your next steps — this week
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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