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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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Las Flores Convalescent Hospital
14165 Purche Ave., Gardena, CA 90249 · Los Angeles County
28
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (129 of 144 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Las Flores Convalescent Hospital is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Gardena, CA, with 144 certified beds and an average of about 129 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacific Healthcare Holdings network.
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, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.25 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 31 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $107,406 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓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
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.88 hrs/resident/day)
- •31 deficiencies at last survey
- •$107,406 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Gardena options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 144
- Avg. residents/day
- 129
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Pacific Healthcare Holdings
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555057
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
- 3.88
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.25
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 29.8%
- 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)
- 31
- Federal fines
- 4 ($107,406)
- Total penalties
- 6
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-07
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (88 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-12-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-12-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-07-29Severity 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.
2025-07-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-07-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
2025-07-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
2025-03-07Severity F — 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-05 | Fine | $30,135 |
| 2025-12-05 | Fine | $33,120 |
| 2024-10-17 | Fine | $31,811 |
| 2024-10-17 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-05-08 | Fine | $12,340 |
| 2024-05-08 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
14165 Purche Ave., Gardena, CA
- Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Las Flores Convalescent Hospital
How much does Las Flores Convalescent Hospital cost?
Las Flores Convalescent Hospital does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Gardena, 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 Las Flores Convalescent Hospital's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Las Flores Convalescent Hospital 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Las Flores Convalescent Hospital?
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Las Flores Convalescent Hospital?
Las Flores Convalescent Hospital has 88 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Las Flores Convalescent Hospital have availability?
Typically 90% full (129 of 144 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Las Flores Convalescent Hospital offer?
Las Flores Convalescent Hospital in Gardena, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 144 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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