nursing home in Torrance, CA
Sunnyside Nursing Center
22617 S. Vermont Ave, Torrance, CA 90502 · (310) 320-4130
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sunnyside Nursing Center at a glance
Sunnyside Nursing Center is a 299-bed non-profit nursing home in Torrance, California (Los Angeles County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 10, 2026) found 30 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
Federal regulators fined it 6 times in the past three years, totaling $233,630.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.2% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 299
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 31, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Los Angeles County
- CMS Certification Number
- 056488
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.94 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.40 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.83 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.33 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.2% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 63% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 30 | 16 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 15 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 334.5 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 6 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $233,630 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 8 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 299 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 247 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 82.6% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.8% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.4% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.6% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.6% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 7% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 10.1% | 10.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.7% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 91 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 9 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 6, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 18, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 18, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 18, 2026 |
| June 3, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 18, 2026 |
| May 5, 2026 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2026 |
| May 5, 2026 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2026 |
| May 5, 2026 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| April 10, 2026 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 Complaint | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0773 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| December 5, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 30, 2025 |
| November 20, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 12, 2025 |
| October 22, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| September 10, 2025 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| July 24, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 29, 2025 |
| July 9, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2025 |
| June 20, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| June 20, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 Complaint | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 12, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| May 9, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| March 11, 2025 Complaint | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| March 11, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2025 |
| February 27, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Complaint | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 5, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 14, 2025 |
| January 7, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2025 |
| January 7, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 6, 2025 |
| November 6, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2024 |
| October 29, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 20, 2024 |
| September 4, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Complaint | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| July 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 23, 2024 |
| June 25, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 19, 2024 |
| May 8, 2024 Complaint | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 6, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Fire safety | Construct fire resistant interior walls. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0331 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate foot care. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| February 9, 2024 Standard | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected March 9, 2024 |
| December 18, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2024 |
| December 18, 2023 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 15, 2024 |
| November 22, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2023 |
| November 21, 2023 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2023 |
| October 10, 2023 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected November 10, 2023 |
| September 25, 2023 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 21, 2023 |
| September 22, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 21, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 8 federal penalties in the past three years, including $233,630 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 17, 2026 | Fine | $19,610 |
| September 10, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
| June 6, 2025 | Payment Denial | 9 days from July 22, 2025 |
| June 6, 2025 | Fine | $61,770 |
| May 9, 2025 | Fine | $25,571 |
| February 15, 2025 | Payment Denial | 18 days from March 18, 2025 |
| February 15, 2025 | Fine | $72,173 |
| October 29, 2024 | Fine | $37,161 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAMILY HEALTH & HOUSING FOUNDATION Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2001 |
| FAMILY HEALTH & HOUSING FOUNDATION Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| ABAGAT, CHRISTIAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2024 |
| ADALLA, LIBERTY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2024 |
| BAVILSKI, KEREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/18/2021 |
| BOYCE, SURENA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2012 |
| BRODSKY, MAXIM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2021 |
| BUCHMAN, AVI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| BUCHMAN, CARY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| BUCHMAN, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| BUCHMAN, MINDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2017 |
| CLEMONS, GINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| CONDE, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/03/2024 |
| DE CASTRO, MILDRED Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/29/2024 |
| EL SAYAD, NABIL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2010 |
| ESTRADA, EDGARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/22/2024 |
| FAMILY HEALTH & HOUSING FOUNDATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| GAN-EL, DAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2007 |
| HOFFMAN, ASHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/10/2018 |
| LEWIS, JACKLIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2017 |
| LINGHU, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/06/2021 |
| LYONS, BEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/30/2020 |
| MARK, ARI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2012 |
| MILLER, KATHLEEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/26/2021 |
| NELSON, CARL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| PLATT, JOSHUA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2012 |
| QUALITY HEALTH SERVICES CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/28/2025 |
| REHAB ALLIANCE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2025 |
| REYES, AUDRIANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/2023 |
| RICO, JOHNNY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/24/2013 |
| WILLIAMS, DRENAKA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2023 |
| WILLIAMS, ELIZABETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2014 |
| BAVILSKI, KEREN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/18/2021 |
| HOFFMAN, ASHER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2019 |
| MARK, ARI Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2012 |
| PLATT, JOSHUA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2012 |
| BAVILSKI, KEREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/18/2021 |
| MARK, ARI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2012 |
| PLATT, JOSHUA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2012 |
| BUCHMAN, LINDA Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sunnyside Nursing Center's rating?
Sunnyside Nursing Center has 1 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Sunnyside Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 30 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sunnyside Nursing Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Sunnyside Nursing Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sunnyside Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Sunnyside Nursing Center is at 22617 S. Vermont Ave, Torrance, CA 90502. Phone: (310) 320-4130.
About this data
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