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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Fireside Health Care Center
947 3RD Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403 · Los Angeles County
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (60 of 66 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Santa Monica
Fireside Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Santa Monica, CA, with 66 certified beds and an average of about 60 residents per day. It operates as part of the Nahs network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.30 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.38 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $97,670 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.30 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
- •$97,670 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Santa Monica for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 66
- Avg. residents/day
- 60
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Nahs
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555039
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
- 4.30
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.38
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 39%
- 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)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 1 ($97,670)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-23
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (61 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2026-01-23Severity D — 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 D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-07 | Fine | $97,670 |
| 2024-08-07 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
947 3RD Street, Santa Monica, CA
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Fireside Health Care Center cost?
Fireside Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Santa Monica, 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 Fireside Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Fireside Health Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Fireside Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.30 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Fireside Health Care Center?
Fireside Health Care Center has 61 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 Fireside Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (60 of 66 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Fireside Health Care Center offer?
Fireside Health Care Center in Santa Monica, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 66 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Los Angeles.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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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.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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