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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Foothill Heights Care Center
1515 North Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 · Los Angeles County
Foothills Heights Care Center is a licensed nursing and rehabilitation facility in Pasadena, California, providing skilled nursing care, post-acute care, short-term rehabilitation, convalescent care, respite care, assisted living services, adult day care, and adult night care. The center supports individuals recoverin…
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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 86% full (42 of 49 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Pasadena
Foothill Heights Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pasadena, CA, with 49 certified beds and an average of about 42 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.13 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.31 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 14 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $9,390 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.13 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •14 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Pasadena, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 49
- Avg. residents/day
- 42
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555894
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
- 4.13
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.31
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 53.8%
- 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)
- 14
- Federal fines
- 2 ($9,390)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (50 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-26Severity 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.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-07-23Severity 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.
2025-07-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-05-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-05-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
2025-04-17Severity 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.
2025-04-17Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-08 | Fine | $3,039 |
| 2023-12-18 | Fine | $6,351 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
Location
1515 North 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 Foothill Heights Care Center
How much does Foothill Heights Care Center cost?
Foothill Heights 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 Foothill Heights Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Foothill Heights Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Foothill Heights Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.13 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Foothill Heights Care Center?
Foothill Heights Care Center has 50 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Foothill Heights Care Center have availability?
Typically 86% full (42 of 49 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Foothill Heights Care Center offer?
Foothill Heights Care Center in Pasadena, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 49 beds.
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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