Villa Sorrento is a residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) in Torrance, Los Angeles County, California — state license #191600749, licensed for 145 residents, listed as licensed in the CDSS record we retrieved August 2, 2026. It appears on the DHCS Assisted Living Waiver participant list checked August 9, 2026, so Medi-Cal may help pay for care services here. California has 15 dated inspection and complaint documents on file for this home going back to 2021, the most recent dated May 8, 2025 — published below in full, verbatim and unscored.

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Residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) · Large community, 145 residents · Torrance, CA · Los Angeles County
LicensedWheelchairHospiceBedriddenMemory care not on file
No openings reportedBeds change hands in days ·
License #191600749, held since 1989 · read from the California state record on August 2, 2026 ·See on State Site →
23450 Madison · Torrance, Los Angeles County
Phone
(310) 539-6826
from the state licensing roster · August 2, 2026
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Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved for 84 residents
Dementia / memory careNot on file — ask the home
Hospice careApproved for 15 residents
Bedridden careApproved for 10 residents

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What the state record says, word for word
AGE RANGE 60 AND ABOVE, APPROVED FOR 84 NONAMBULATORY OF WHICH 10 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. NONAMBULATORY APPROVED ON 2ND FLOOR, ROOMS 210-224 AND 236-247. BEDRIDDEN ON 1ST FLOOR ONLY, ROOMS 107,108,109,111,113,115, 117,119,120,121,123,125,127,129,131,133,134. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 15.State service designation935 - ELDERLYthe CDSS license record, verbatim · checked August 2, 2026

Since 2021, the state has visited this home 16 times and filed 15 documents. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated May 8, 2025.

Most recent state visit
May 8, 2025
Occupancy at the January 29, 2025 visit
109 of 145 beds

The state's published file for this home includes 10 documents with transcribed findings, dated September 21, 2021 to January 29, 2025. 10 of the 10 carry the state's recorded outcome word: “Unsubstantiated” (10). 10 include the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word.

Summary composed by computer from the 10 documents below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedinvestigated, but couldn’t be confirmed either way — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe state concluded it was false or couldn’t have happenedType A citationthe most serious: an immediate health-or-safety risk, usually fixed on the spot or on a short deadlineType B citationless serious, with a deadline to fix
The last 36 months — 11 of 15 documentsFull record on the state’s site →
20252 state visits · 2 documents
May 8, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.

Jan 29, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Facility is overcharging resident for rent.

On 01/29/2025, the department conducted an unannounced compliant visit to the facility listed above. The department met with Executive Director, Carla Chan and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. During the initial visit on 12/31/2024 the department toured the facility, interviewed Staff S1-S3, interviewed Residents Responsible Party W1-W2, and received documents pertinent to the investigation. The following documents were received and reviewed, Staff Roster, Resident Roster, list of Assisted Living Waiver Residents, Billing Spread Sheet, Resident Admission Agreement, Resident Billing Statement, Resident Assisted Living Waiver Informing Notice, Resident Certification of Admission to Social Security Administrator, and Addendum to Resident Admission Agreement for rent increase. During a subsequent visit on 01/16/2025 the department toured the facility, interviewed Residents R3-R6, and received additional documents. The following documents were received and reviewed, Resident Emerthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 29, 2025 · control 11-AS-20241227121421
20247 state visits · 7 documents
Dec 16, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.

Dec 10, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff does not ensure client's room is free of clutter

On 12/10/24, Licensing Program Analyst, (LPA) Felisa Shirley conducted an unannounced visit to this facility. LPA was met by Administrative Assistant, Trish Morales and explained the purpose of the visit is to investigate and deliver findings for the allegations mentioned above. LPA was granted access to the facility. The investigation consisted of the following: On 12/10/24, LPA Shirley spoke to facility Executive Director, Carla Chan and reviewed facility records. LPA requested copies of staff and resident rosters, copies of ALW program documents, Cleaning schedule, Special Incident Reports involving injuries from clutter in the rooms and special incident reports involving R-1. LPA also interviewed staff 1 thru staff 10(S1 thru S10) and residents 1 thru resident 10(R-1 thru R-10). LPA received copies of residents, Admissions Agreement, Emergency Contacts, Physician’s report, and preplacement appraisal. The investigation revealed the following: Con't on 9099-C Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Dec 10, 2024 · control 11-AS-20241203111041
Aug 17, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: The facility did not safeguard resident's personal property. The facility does not to give medication according to the physician's directions. The facility does not provide comfortable living accommodations for the resident.

On 08/17/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet, conducted an unannounced visit to deliver findings for the allegations listed above. LPA Dabuet met with the facility's managerJovan Caday and explained the purpose of today’s visit. Investigation consisted of the following: During a visit on 02/02/24, LPA Wendy Gibbs, conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to the facility. LPA met with Executive Director, Carla Chan, and the purpose of the visit was explained. During the visit, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S3). During a visit on a 12/21/23, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S1 and S2) and Residents (R2-R10) and reviewed and received copies of pertinent documents pertaining to the investigations. The documents reviewed and received include a Staff Roster (LIC500), Resident Roster, Weekly Dining Menu, Physician’s Report, Needs and Service Plan, Centrally Stored Medications, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Appraisal, Identification athe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 17, 2024 · control 11-AS-20231214112553
Jun 19, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff violated residents' personal rights by installing locks on the outside of their doors

On 6/19/2024 LPA Alfonso Iniguez conducted an unannounced complaint visit. LPA Iniguez met with Carla Chan /Administrator. LPA explained the purpose of this visit. Investigation Consisted of: LPA conducted the following interviews: Interview with Administrator (A#1), Interviews with Residents (R#1-R#9), Interviews with Facility Staff (S#1-S#5) and Interview with Witness 1 (W#1). LPA gathered the following documentation: Copies of Resident Roster and Staff Roster Copies of (R#1 and R#2) LIC 602 A and Copies if the Emergency and identification form, Copy of SRI dated 6/19/2024, and Complete tour of the facility where LPA checked room # 125 and #264. Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099-C Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 19, 2024 · control 11-AS-20240619101219
May 17, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.

Mar 28, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff did not seek medical attention for resident in a timely manner.

On 03/28/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an initial complaint visit at this facility. LPA met with Administrator Carla Chan. LPA explained the purpose of the visit was to investigate the allegation mentioned above. The investigation consisted of the following: Interviews with administrator #1 (A1), staff #1 -# (S1-S3), residents #1-#10 (R1-R10), and witnesses #1-#5 (W1-W5). Review of the staff and resident rosters, Resident #1 (R1)Admission Agreement, Resident Assessment, Physician's Report, Unusual Incident Reports LIC 624, Identification and Emergency Information LIC 601, and other pertinent documents associated with the complaint. A plant inspection was conducted. (Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099) Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 28, 2024 · control 11-AS-20240322135212
Feb 2, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: The facility does not provide comfortable room temperatures. The facility staff does not have the ability to communicate with residents The facility does not make menu available for review by the residents.

On 02/02/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Wendy Gibbs, conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to the facility listed above. LPA met with Executive Director, Carla Chan, and the purpose of today's visit was explained. During today's visit, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S3-S8) and received and reviwed housekeeping laundry schedule, additional resident MARs, and AC Unit rooms. On a 12/21/23, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S1 and S2) and Residents (R2-R10) and reviewed and received copies of pertinent documents pertaining to the investigations. The documents reviewed and received include a Staff Roster (LIC500), Resident Roster, Weekly Dining Menu, Physician’s Report, Needs and Service Plan, Centrally Stored Medications, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Appraisal, Identification and Emergency Information, and Admission Agreement. Continued on LIC9099-C Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 2, 2024 · control 11-AS-20231214112553
20232 state visits · 2 documents
Oct 21, 2023Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Report on file with the state — no findings text was published for this visit. The complete document is on the state’s site.

Aug 17, 2023Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated

Allegation investigated: Staff does not provide a safe and healthful environment for resident while in care.

On 08/17/23 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an initial complaint visit at this facility. LPA met with assistant administrator Trish Morales. LPA explained the purpose of the visit is to investigate the allegation mentioned above. Investigation consisted of the following: Interviews with staff #1 -#4 (S1-S4) and residents #1-#10 (R1-R10), a review of resident #1 (R1's) Admission Agreement, Appraisal/Needs and Service Plan, Physician's Report, Incident reports and other pertinent documents associated with the complaint. A review of staff and resident roster and plant inspecton of the entire faciltiy along with room #247. Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099 Unsubstantiatedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 17, 2023 · control 11-AS-20230811162618
Beside homes the same size
Type A citations0typical 1
Type B citations0typical 1
Substantiated complaints0typical 2
Total complaints9typical 7
State visits on file16typical 19
“Typical” is the statewide median across the 1,244 licensed larger communities (16+ beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this license since 1989.
Year-by-year trend
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated20252202024770202344020222202021110
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$5,000$7,500 /mo
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$3,500 · statewide low$9,000 · statewide high
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Ways families pay here
Private pay — ask what the base rate includes and what’s billed separately.SSI/SSP — California’s board-and-care payment standard is $1,626.07/mo (2026): $1,444.07 to the home, $182 stays with the resident.Medi-Cal ALW — this home is on the DHCS waiver list (checked August 9, 2026). Details →

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Is Villa Sorrento licensed?

Yes — Villa Sorrento is a licensed residential care home for the elderly (RCFE) in Torrance (Los Angeles County): California license #191600749, shown as licensed in the CDSS state record checked August 2, 2026, licensed for 145 residents. State records list 15 inspection and complaint documents since 2021; the most recent, a facility evaluation report dated May 8, 2025, appears in the inspection record on this page.

Can Villa Sorrento care for dementia, hospice, bedridden, or non-ambulatory residents?

From the CDSS license record, checked August 2, 2026.

The CDSS license record checked August 2, 2026 lists Villa Sorrento with clearances for wheelchair / non-ambulatory, hospice care, and bedridden; it does not list dementia / memory care. A clearance that is not on file is not a “no” — it may simply be unrecorded, so if your family needs one of these, ask the home directly and confirm its current scope on a tour.

Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryDementia / memory careHospice careBedridden

From the California state record. Some approvals are bed- or room-specific — always confirm current scope with the facility.

What the state record says, word for word
Verbatim, from the CDSS license recordAGE RANGE 60 AND ABOVE, APPROVED FOR 84 NONAMBULATORY OF WHICH 10 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. NONAMBULATORY APPROVED ON 2ND FLOOR, ROOMS 210-224 AND 236-247. BEDRIDDEN ON 1ST FLOOR ONLY, ROOMS 107,108,109,111,113,115, 117,119,120,121,123,125,127,129,131,133,134. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 15.

How much does Villa Sorrento cost?

California's public licensing record does not include Villa Sorrento's monthly price, so we never show or estimate one for a specific home. As county-level context only, assisted living in Los Angeles County typically runs $5,000–$7,500/mo and small board-and-care homes $4,000–$6,500/mo (market research compiled June 2026 — ranges, not quotes; California's 2026 SSI/SSP board-and-care payment standard is $1,626.07/month, of which $1,444.07 is the room-and-board portion paid to the home). Ask the home for its own rate sheet and what the base rate includes — or use the cost section at the top of this page.

Does Villa Sorrento accept Medi-Cal or the Assisted Living Waiver?

Yes — Medi-Cal can help pay for care at Villa Sorrento through California's Assisted Living Waiver (ALW): the home appears on the Department of Health Care Services participant list checked August 9, 2026. The waiver pays for assisted-living care services — not room and board — for eligible Medi-Cal members, and each home takes a limited number of waiver residents, so ask the home about a current ALW opening.

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How full it was at the last state visit

109 of 145 beds occupied (75%) when the state visited on January 29, 2025. Availability changes constantly — confirm a current opening with the home.

What do state inspections show for Villa Sorrento?

Verbatim from CDSS complaint-investigation reports — the state's own words, never summarized by us. Record checked August 2, 2026.

The CDSS state record checked August 2, 2026 lists 16 state visits and 15 dated documents since 2021 for Villa Sorrento; 10 complaint-investigation narratives are transcribed verbatim below. The most recent, dated January 29, 2025, records an allegation the state marked “Unsubstantiated. Open any entry to read the state's full finding, word for word.

Most licensed homes receive some findings over 36 months; what matters is what was found and whether it was corrected. Counts here are shown compared with homes of similar size, and the state's own words appear in full below.

10 transcribed reports on file

2025

Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedFacility is overcharging resident for rent.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 01/29/2025, the department conducted an unannounced compliant visit to the facility listed above. The department met with Executive Director, Carla Chan and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. During the initial visit on 12/31/2024 the department toured the facility, interviewed Staff S1-S3, interviewed Residents Responsible Party W1-W2, and received documents pertinent to the investigation. The following documents were received and reviewed, Staff Roster, Resident Roster, list of Assisted Living Waiver Residents, Billing Spread Sheet, Resident Admission Agreement, Resident Billing Statement, Resident Assisted Living Waiver Informing Notice, Resident Certification of Admission to Social Security Administrator, and Addendum to Resident Admission Agreement for rent increase. During a subsequent visit on 01/16/2025 the department toured the facility, interviewed Residents R3-R6, and received additional documents. The following documents were received and reviewed, Resident EmerCDSS inspection report, January 29, 2025 · control 11-AS-20241227121421

2024

Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedStaff does not ensure client's room is free of clutter
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 12/10/24, Licensing Program Analyst, (LPA) Felisa Shirley conducted an unannounced visit to this facility. LPA was met by Administrative Assistant, Trish Morales and explained the purpose of the visit is to investigate and deliver findings for the allegations mentioned above. LPA was granted access to the facility. The investigation consisted of the following: On 12/10/24, LPA Shirley spoke to facility Executive Director, Carla Chan and reviewed facility records. LPA requested copies of staff and resident rosters, copies of ALW program documents, Cleaning schedule, Special Incident Reports involving injuries from clutter in the rooms and special incident reports involving R-1. LPA also interviewed staff 1 thru staff 10(S1 thru S10) and residents 1 thru resident 10(R-1 thru R-10). LPA received copies of residents, Admissions Agreement, Emergency Contacts, Physician’s report, and preplacement appraisal. The investigation revealed the following: Con't on 9099-C UnsubstantiatedCDSS inspection report, December 10, 2024 · control 11-AS-20241203111041
Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedThe facility did not safeguard resident's personal property. The facility does not to give medication according to the physician's directions. The facility does not provide comfortable living accommodations for the resident.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 08/17/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet, conducted an unannounced visit to deliver findings for the allegations listed above. LPA Dabuet met with the facility's managerJovan Caday and explained the purpose of today’s visit. Investigation consisted of the following: During a visit on 02/02/24, LPA Wendy Gibbs, conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to the facility. LPA met with Executive Director, Carla Chan, and the purpose of the visit was explained. During the visit, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S3). During a visit on a 12/21/23, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S1 and S2) and Residents (R2-R10) and reviewed and received copies of pertinent documents pertaining to the investigations. The documents reviewed and received include a Staff Roster (LIC500), Resident Roster, Weekly Dining Menu, Physician’s Report, Needs and Service Plan, Centrally Stored Medications, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Appraisal, Identification aCDSS inspection report, August 17, 2024 · control 11-AS-20231214112553
Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedStaff violated residents' personal rights by installing locks on the outside of their doors
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 6/19/2024 LPA Alfonso Iniguez conducted an unannounced complaint visit. LPA Iniguez met with Carla Chan /Administrator. LPA explained the purpose of this visit. Investigation Consisted of: LPA conducted the following interviews: Interview with Administrator (A#1), Interviews with Residents (R#1-R#9), Interviews with Facility Staff (S#1-S#5) and Interview with Witness 1 (W#1). LPA gathered the following documentation: Copies of Resident Roster and Staff Roster Copies of (R#1 and R#2) LIC 602 A and Copies if the Emergency and identification form, Copy of SRI dated 6/19/2024, and Complete tour of the facility where LPA checked room # 125 and #264. Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099-C UnsubstantiatedCDSS inspection report, June 19, 2024 · control 11-AS-20240619101219
Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedStaff did not seek medical attention for resident in a timely manner.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 03/28/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an initial complaint visit at this facility. LPA met with Administrator Carla Chan. LPA explained the purpose of the visit was to investigate the allegation mentioned above. The investigation consisted of the following: Interviews with administrator #1 (A1), staff #1 -# (S1-S3), residents #1-#10 (R1-R10), and witnesses #1-#5 (W1-W5). Review of the staff and resident rosters, Resident #1 (R1)Admission Agreement, Resident Assessment, Physician's Report, Unusual Incident Reports LIC 624, Identification and Emergency Information LIC 601, and other pertinent documents associated with the complaint. A plant inspection was conducted. (Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099) UnsubstantiatedCDSS inspection report, March 28, 2024 · control 11-AS-20240322135212
Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedThe facility does not provide comfortable room temperatures. The facility staff does not have the ability to communicate with residents The facility does not make menu available for review by the residents.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 02/02/24, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Wendy Gibbs, conducted an unannounced subsequent complaint visit to the facility listed above. LPA met with Executive Director, Carla Chan, and the purpose of today's visit was explained. During today's visit, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S3-S8) and received and reviwed housekeeping laundry schedule, additional resident MARs, and AC Unit rooms. On a 12/21/23, LPA toured the facility, interviewed Staff (S1 and S2) and Residents (R2-R10) and reviewed and received copies of pertinent documents pertaining to the investigations. The documents reviewed and received include a Staff Roster (LIC500), Resident Roster, Weekly Dining Menu, Physician’s Report, Needs and Service Plan, Centrally Stored Medications, Medication Administration Record (MAR), Appraisal, Identification and Emergency Information, and Admission Agreement. Continued on LIC9099-C UnsubstantiatedCDSS inspection report, February 2, 2024 · control 11-AS-20231214112553

2023

Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedStaff does not provide a safe and healthful environment for resident while in care.
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
On 08/17/23 Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ernand Dabuet conducted an initial complaint visit at this facility. LPA met with assistant administrator Trish Morales. LPA explained the purpose of the visit is to investigate the allegation mentioned above. Investigation consisted of the following: Interviews with staff #1 -#4 (S1-S4) and residents #1-#10 (R1-R10), a review of resident #1 (R1's) Admission Agreement, Appraisal/Needs and Service Plan, Physician's Report, Incident reports and other pertinent documents associated with the complaint. A review of staff and resident roster and plant inspecton of the entire faciltiy along with room #247. Evaluation Report continues LIC 9099 UnsubstantiatedCDSS inspection report, August 17, 2023 · control 11-AS-20230811162618
Complaint investigationAllegation reviewed · Unsubstantiated
Allegation the state reviewedStaff speak inappropriately to resident Staff sprayed an unknown chemical into resident's room Staff stole resident's belongings
State's findingUnsubstantiatedThe state investigated but could not confirm the allegation. This is not a finding of wrongdoing.
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Pamela Bunker conducted an unannounced complaint visit on Tuesday, June 06, 2023. Upon arrival at the facility. LPA Bunker called the facility via telephone and conducted a Risk Assessment. Based on the assessment, the facility is cleared of COVID-19 infection. LPA Bunker met with Administrator Carla Chan The investigation consisted of the following: Interviews conducted with staff 1- 3 (S1-S3) and residents 1-11 (R1-R11). LPA Bunker asked questions relevant to the nature of the complaint. During today’s visit, LPA Bunker requested and obtained copies of the following documents staff and residents roster, resident R1’s Admission Agreement, Emergency contacts, most recent physician reports/appraisal and needs and service, and incident reports related to the above allegations. LPA toured the facility with the Administrator Carla. LPA was unable to interview R1 due to not being at the facility. LPA attempted to reach R1 via telephone several times, but therCDSS inspection report, June 6, 2023 · control 11-AS-20230601120242

Transcribed from CDSS complaint-investigation reports · record checked August 2, 2026.

What the state has logged

California has logged 16 state visits for this home as of August 2, 2026. These are the home's own counts, straight from that record — shown beside the statewide median for larger communities (16+ beds), computed across all 1,244 licensed homes of that size, because larger and longer-licensed homes naturally accumulate more visits and reports. They are facts, not a grade — a citation may be minor and since corrected, and an “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing. No substantiated complaints are on file.

Type A citations
0
typical for this size: 1
Type B citations
0
typical for this size: 1
Substantiated complaints
0
typical for this size: 2
Total complaints
9
typical for this size: 7
State visits on file
16
typical for this size: 19
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