Harbor Post Acute Care Center
21521 S. Vermont Avenue · Torrance, CA · 90502 · 3103200961
127 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Charis Trust Dtd 12/22/16
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 74 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 2 times under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.50 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.77 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 26% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (57 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 29, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 11, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2025
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F August 15, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 15, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected March 14, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected October 2, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 2, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D September 3, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 6, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 9, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected August 30, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056192 · certified since October 6, 1975. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.