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HomeCaliforniaDel Amo Gardens Care Center

Del Amo Gardens Care Center

22419 Kent Avenue, Torrance, CA 905053103784233WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.4on Google(48 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
94
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,018

How Del Amo Gardens Care Center Compares in California

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
CA average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
CA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
CA average
3.3/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.42 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.49 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
32.1%
CA average
36.7%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the California average of 3.2/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the California average of 2.8/5.
Reported RN time is 0.49 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.67.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
19
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 23, 2024
Most recent cycle
8
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 23, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 11 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
California median
Private Room
$13,870/mo
California median
Los Angeles County 65+
1,415,856
14.2% of county
County Population
9,936,690
Los Angeles County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Del Amo Gardens Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Torrance, California with 94 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
94
Avg Residents/Day
74.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 29, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Los Angeles
Last Inspection
Jan 23, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
8
Weighted Score
61.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (45)

F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Jan 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Jan 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jan 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0688Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Survey: Jan 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Jan 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jan 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jul 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0867Potential for Harm

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0726Potential for Harm

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0803Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0688Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Nov 23, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Actual Harm

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

Survey: May 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0802Potential for Harm

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 15 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$8,018
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineMay 7, 2024
$8,018
Payment DenialMay 7, 2024
1 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.90 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.03 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.49 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.42 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.89 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.05 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
32.1%
RN Turnover
16.7%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (8)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
YOEL WEISS EXEMPT TRUST UNDER THE YOEL WEISS FAMILY 2008 GRANTOR TRUST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/AAug 20, 2008
JACOBS, HARRY5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AOct 1, 2002
WEISS, JOEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AAug 20, 2008
WEISS, STEVEN5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/AOct 1, 2002
WAUKE, BRENTW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 19, 2012
WAUKE, BRENTCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ANov 19, 2012
WEISS, BARRYCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJan 16, 2004
WAUKE, BRENTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ANov 19, 2012

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Del Amo Gardens Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All California facilities
Del Amo Gardens Care Center
Torrance, CACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,018
Torrance Care Center West, INC
Torrance, CA4,752 ftAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $45,047
Providence Little Co of Mary Transitional Care Ctr
Torrance, CA1.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
The Earlwood
Torrance, CA1.1 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $30,531
Driftwood Healthcare Center
Torrance, CA1.1 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $22,601
Beachside Post Acute
Torrance, CA1.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Bay Crest Care Center
Torrance, CA1.4 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $124,336
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Del Amo Gardens Care Center
Torrance, CA · Current facility
—4/54/54/5$8,018
Torrance Care Center West, INC
Torrance, CA
4,752 ft2/51/54/5$45,047
Providence Little Co of Mary Transitional Care Ctr
Torrance, CA
1.0 mi5/54/55/5None recorded
The Earlwood
Torrance, CA
1.1 mi1/51/53/5$30,531
Driftwood Healthcare Center
Torrance, CA
1.1 mi2/52/52/5$22,601
Beachside Post Acute
Torrance, CA
1.2 mi5/54/54/5None recorded
Bay Crest Care Center
Torrance, CA
1.4 mi1/51/52/5$124,336

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Del Amo Gardens Care Center?▾
Del Amo Gardens Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Del Amo Gardens Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in California is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $13,870/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Del Amo Gardens Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Del Amo Gardens Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Del Amo Gardens Care Center had 8 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 23, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $8,018.
What are the staffing levels at Del Amo Gardens Care Center?▾
Del Amo Gardens Care Center provides 4.42 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours, 1.03 LPN hours, and 2.90 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 32.1%.
How many beds does Del Amo Gardens Care Center have?▾
Del Amo Gardens Care Center has 94 certified beds with an average of 74.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 80% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Del Amo Gardens Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in California, including 6 in Torrance. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Del Amo Gardens Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Del Amo Gardens Care Center has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 48 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.