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Amalfi Living

Small home·Licensed for 6·Torrance, California

Licensed since 2024Licence #198320443Medi-Cal ALW
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 13, 2026
  • Starting rate$5,000 a monthListed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Ways to payMedi-Cal ALW acceptedDHCS participant list · September 23, 2026
  • Last state visitFebruary 5, 2026CDSS inspection record

Amalfi Living is a small care home in Torrance — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2024.

Built from CDSS public records · September 13, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Amalfi Living

Is Amalfi Living licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

How many residents is Amalfi Living licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Has Amalfi Living been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. Those records count 4 state visits over the same years.

Is Amalfi Living still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Amalfi Living cost?

$5,000 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 38 other homes of a similar licensed size in Torrance that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,500 to $6,000 a month, and the middle figure is $5,500 (n = 38 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.

A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.

The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.

A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.

Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out. What Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver covers in a care home.

Does Amalfi Living take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.

Who holds the license?

The license is held by Amalfi Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Torrance Memorial Medical Center is 0.8 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Amalfi Living keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.

Amalfi Living license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “AMALFI LIVING, INC.”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #198320443. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • Licensed to Amalfi Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 4 state inspection visits since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026. The same records count 4 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2024, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is February 5, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 13, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

State licensing record · September 13, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR SIX (6) NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH ONE (1) MAY BE BEDRIDDEN IN ROOM 4. WAIVER/GRANTED FOR HOSPICE CARE FOR SIX (6).

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 13, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 13, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$5,000a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See listing

Likely monthly total

$5,000a month

Likely $5,000–$5,600

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · where the price comes from
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$5,000this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $5,000–$5,600
$5,000
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,000–$9,100
$7,000
How people payOn the Medi-Cal waiver list · private pay, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
  • Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home appears on the DHCS participation list, September 23, 2026. Confirm eligibility and current participation with the program. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board. For a resident on SSI/SSP, California’s 2026 standard sends $1,444.07 a month to the home for room and board.
  • SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
  • VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
  • Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
  • The care level

    Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.

  • What is billed separately

    Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.

  • Move-in costs

    A one-time community fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.

  • Increases

    California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living shared bedroom, seen September 9, 2026.

23 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,200–$6,500.

  • Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
  • Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
  • Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
  • Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
  • We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
  • It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Show the 23 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 23518 Evalyn Ave, Torrance, CA 90505Address from the public record · September 13, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2024, the state has filed 4 documents for this home, and its records count 4 visits since 2024. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated February 5, 2026.

On file since
2024
State visits
4
Most recent visit
February 5, 2026

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints0typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer 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 licence since 2024.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated202611020252202024110

The last 36 months — 4 of 4 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document
Feb 5, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 2/5/2026, Licensing Program Analysts (LPA) Alfonso Iniguez conducted an unannounced annual required visit using the CARE Inspection Tool. LPA met with Joanalyn Temporaza/House Manager. LPA explained the purpose of today’s visit. Facility is licensed for (6) ambulatory only residents ages 60 and above of which one (1) may be bedridden in room #4. Approved hospice waive for (6) residents. The home is a single-story home consisting of: (4) resident bedrooms, (2) full bathroom, a living room, kitchen with dining area, a garage (attached with a laundry area, an additional refrigerator and pantry items), a backyard with a shed, an outdoor shaded patio area and additional sitting area outside. LPA Iniguez toured the physical plant with an administrator. There were no bodies of water or obstructions on the premises. A total of (4) rooms were inspected. Beds and bedding supplies were in good condition, adequate lighting was provided, and storage for the resident’s personal belongings was observed. Bathrooms were found to be within Title 22 regulations and were operational. LPA inspected the carbon monoxide detectors combo were in operable condition. Evaluation Report Continues LIC 809-C LPA Iniguez observed the facility to be clean, sanitary, and appropriately furnished at the time of the visit. Storage areas for personal hygiene were observed. Sharps objects and cleaning agents were locked and not accessible to residents. The kitchen was inspected and there is sufficient perishable and non-perishable food available at the property. All fire extinguishers were charged and were operable. A review of (3) resident records and (3) staff records were conducted. LPA Cross and Iniguez checked (3) Medication Administration Records (MAR) and no discrepancies were found. The first AID kit was checked. The last facility disaster drill was: 2/1/2026. LPA observed the facility's infection control practices. A copy of the liability insurance was given to LPA during this visit. Facility annual fees are current. Deficiency cited under California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8. See details below: -House garage has been used as living quarters. Immediate civil penalty of $500.00 rendered. Type A citation. -Water temperature measured 132F. Type A citation. Note: *Citations not cleared by the due date will be a $100 fine assessed for each citation until it is cleared. Civil penalties will continue to accrue until Proof of Corrections (POC) is cleared. * An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of the Facility Evaluation Report was provided to Joanalyn Temporaza/House Manager.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 5, 2026
20252 state visits · 2 documents
Nov 14, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

On 11/14/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Wendy Gibbs, conducted an unannounced Case Management – Incident visit to the facility listed above. LPA met with Licensee, Tina Cinco, and the purpose of today’s visit was explained. LPA was granted entry into the facility. On 11/09/2025, the Regional Office received an Unusual Incident/Injury Report (SIR) regarding an incident that occurred between Residents R1 and R2 on 11/09/2025. The report stated when Staff S2 entered the resident’s room, R1 was observed with blood on their face and pillow. Staff S2 immediately called 911 and paramedic arrived, treated R1 and suggested to call the police department. No incident was observed between Residents R1 and R2. R2's family decided to move them out of the facility. During today’s visit, LPA conducted a Health and Safety Check on all residents, interviewed Staff S1 and S2, interviewed Residents R1, R3-R6, and reviewed R2’s Physician’s Report and Appraisal/Needs and Service Plan. During interviews with Residents R1, R3-R6, were asked if they felt safe living in this facility, three (3) out of five (5) stated they feel safe living at the facility. Two (2) residents were unable to answer due to conditions. LPA was able to interview Resident R4’s responsible party (W1), who stated yes, they feel their family is safe living in the facility. During today’s visit, LPA did not observe or cite any deficiencies. LPA did not observe any immediate Health or Safety Concerns. An exit interview was conducted with Licensee, Tina Cinco, and a copy of this report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 14, 2025
Mar 10, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/10/2025 at 08:40 am, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Zina Brown conducted an unannounced visit to the above facility. The purpose of today’s visit was to conduct the one year inspection. LPA met with Tina Cinco, Licensee and the purpose of the visit was discussed. Facility is licensed to age range 60 and over to serve six (6) non- ambulatory residents of which one (1) may be bedridden in Room 4 with a waiver/granted for hospice care for six(6) on 01.11.2024 by the department. Three (3) residents are diagnosed with dementia, two (2) residents are receiving home health, and two (2) hospice care services. The facility does not handle any of the residents’ money. The facility annual fees have been paid in full. The liability insurance is with James River Insurance (policy # 0091573-5) with each occurrence is $1,000,000 and general aggregate is $3,000,000 which is valid from 05/07/2024 - 05/07/2025. The home is a single story home consisting of: (4) resident bedrooms, (2) full bathroom, a living room, kitchen with dining area, a garage (attached with a laundry area, an additional refrigerator and pantry items), a backyard with a shed, an outdoor shaded patio area and additional sitting area outside. Between the hours of 9:28am - 9:45am, LPA toured the resident bedrooms had the required furniture, bed linens and closet/drawer space to accommodate each resident comfortably. Resident bathrooms were checked. Toilets and water faucets worked properly, grab bars were secure, shower was free of mold/mildew and a non-skid mat was in place, water temperature measured at 120.4 (in bathroom #1), 118.0F (in bathroom #2) and 120.6 (in the kitchen). Resident bath towels, toiletries and personal hygiene supplies were adequately stocked. Common areas were clean and clear of hazards; doorways were free of obstructions. LPA conducted a records review of (6) client records, (6) staff records, (6)Medication Administrator Records and reviewed the facility disaster plan. All client & Staff records were complete. The facility disaster plan was conducted on 02/01/2025 and in compliance with Title 22 at the time of visit. Report continues on LIC 809-C Kitchen was checked and observed to be within Title 22 regulations. Perishable and non-perishable food supply was checked. All cleaning solutions, hazardous items, and medications were securely locked and inaccessible to residents. Smoke detectors were working properly, and fire extinguisher was fully charged. Carbon monoxide detector was operational. First Aid kit was available. Outside grounds were toured and no bodies of water were observed. Walkways around the home were clear of hazards. There are no security bars or weapons on the premises. Deficiencies cited under California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 8); LPA observed the following deficiencies: On 03/10/2025, between the hours of 09:28 am - 09:45 am while LPA was conducting a tour of the physical plant, and observed Resident #3 located in Room #3. Upon, LPA reviewing the facility records (facility sketch, fire safety inspection request), between the hours of 10:10 am - 11:24am, LPA observe the facility license states bedridden resident must be located in Room #4. An exit interview was conducted Tina Cinco (Licensee), and a copy of Report and Appeal Rights provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 10, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Feb 22, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Prelicensing

On 2/22/24 Licensing Program Analysts (LPA’s)Darneisha Cross and Alfonso Iniguez conducted a pre-licensing evaluation for an RCFE facility type. Today’s pre-licensing evaluation was conducted with authorized licensee: Tina Cinco. The licensee has applied for a license to serve (6) elderly residents ages 59 and older. The fire clearance is approved for (5) non-ambulatory and (1) bedridden. Bedroom #4 is approved for bedridden. A tour of the Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, (4) Bedrooms, (2) Bathrooms, Garage, Storage for all supplies, Back Yard with shade. The following was observed during this visit: MEDICATIONS There is a locked centralized storage area for Resident medications. PHYSICAL PLANT Facility is clean, sanitary, and in good repair. Protective devices are in place. Indoor and outdoor passageways, stairways, open porches, and other areas of potential hazard are free of obstructions. All window screens are clean and in good repair. Facility temperature is between 68°F. degrees and 73°F. degrees. Open porches, and areas of potential hazard are well-lit. Smoke alarms operate properly. Carbon monoxide detectors operate properly. Report continues LIC 809C. BEDROOMS There is a bed for each client with a mattress, mattress pad, bedsprings, and pillow(s) which are clean and in good repair. Mattresses and pillows are flame-retardant. There is dresser and closet space for each client that includes at least two (2) drawers or eight (8) cubic feet of dresser space per client. There is a chair and lamp for each client and at least one (1) nightstand per two (2) clients. BATHROOMS There is at least one (2) toilet and washbasin per six (6) clients, family, and personnel. There is at least one (2) shower or bathtub per ten (10) clients, family, and personnel. Hot water temperature is 113° Fahrenheit. Bathroom is located near client bedrooms. There are nightlights in the hallways outside non-private bathrooms. SUPPLIES There are client personal hygiene supplies to include soap, toothpaste, toilet paper, and comb. There is a sufficient supply of clean linens to permit weekly changing or more of client top sheets, bottom sheets, bedspreads, blankets, pillowcases, mattress covers, bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths. FOOD SERVICE Dining room is near kitchen. Refrigerator(s) and freezer(s) are clean and large enough for the storage of at least two (2) days of perishable foods. Freezer is 0° Fahrenheit. Refrigerator is a maximum of 45° Fahrenheit. A seven (7) day supply of non-perishable food is present. There are enough tableware, tables, dishes, and utensils. There is enough equipment for the storage, preparation, and service of food. All equipment, dishes, and utensils are clean and well maintained. All kitchen, food storage, and preparation areas are clean. Report continues LIC 809C. RECORDS There is confidential storage of personnel records at the facility. There is confidential storage of client records at the facility. ADMINISTRATION The emergency exiting plan and emergency phone numbers are posted. Client Personal Rights are posted. Posting both sides of the Personal Rights form LIC 613 meets this requirement. Facility Visiting Policy is posted. Licensing Complaint Poster is posted. There is space available for resident council meetings and resident council postings. ACTIVITIES There is an outdoor activity space with a shaded area and furnished for outdoor use. There is at least one common room available to clients for visitors. Report continues LIC 809C. MISCELLANEOUS There are first-aid supplies to include sterile first-aid dressings, bandages, adhesive tapes, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, antiseptic solution, and a current first-aid manual. There is space and equipment for laundry. There is a space for clean linen storage and a separate space for soiled linen. There is an operating telephone available to clients. Emergency lighting and supplies to include flashlights with batteries. A copy of the liability insurance was provided during this visit.Licensee will transfer land line from old facility once they moved here. During this pre-licensing inspection, LPA did not find corrections are needed. LPA conducted the Component III Orientation with the Licensee and copy of this report was provided. A copy of the facility evaluation report will be available to the Central Applications Unit (CAU) for review. If the applicant has questions regarding the status of the application, they have been instructed to communicate with their assigned CAU Analyst. Exit interview conducted with Tina Cinco/Licensee.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Feb 22, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗

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  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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