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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Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr
10426 Bogardus Ave, Whittier, CA 90603 · Los Angeles County
48
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 97% full (155 of 160 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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 Whittier
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Whittier, CA, with 160 certified beds and an average of about 155 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.35 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.37 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 28 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.35 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •28 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Whittier options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 160
- Avg. residents/day
- 155
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055430
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
- 4.35
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.37
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 35.7%
- 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)
- 28
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (74 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2026-02-26Severity 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.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
2026-02-26Severity 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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
10426 Bogardus Ave, Whittier, 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 Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr
How much does Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr cost?
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Whittier, 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 Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr?
Staff provide about 4.35 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr?
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr has 74 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr have availability?
Typically 97% full (155 of 160 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr offer?
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr in Whittier, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 160 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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