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Solheim Senior Community

2236 Merton Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90041 · Los Angeles County

Solheim Senior Community is a faith-based senior care community in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles, offering Residential Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Rehabilitation services.

3.0CMS overall rating(323) 257-7518Visit website ↗
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available.

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 Los Angeles

Solheim Senior Community is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Los Angeles, CA, with 76 certified beds and an average of about 60 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.46 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.61 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • 15 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Los Angeles, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
76
Avg. residents/day
60
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
555432

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$11,400–$17,130/mo (median $13,790)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$3,230–$7,730/mo (median $7,540)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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.61
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.46
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
38.9%
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)
15
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-12-18
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (38 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

2025-12-18Severity 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.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-12-18Severity 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

  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Memory care
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events

Location

2236 Merton Ave., Los Angeles, CA

  • Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Solheim Senior Community

How much does Solheim Senior Community cost?

Solheim Senior Community 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 Solheim Senior Community's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Solheim Senior Community 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Solheim Senior Community?

Staff provide about 4.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Solheim Senior Community?

Solheim Senior Community has 38 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Solheim Senior Community have availability?

Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Solheim Senior Community offer?

Solheim Senior Community in Los Angeles, CA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 76 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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