Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lomita, California
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lomita (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
119
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$102,835 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lomita, California is limited, with only 2 facilities available and 1 recommended. Families should be aware that while Lomita Post-Acute Care Center has decent ratings, there's an avoid tier facility facing significant fines totaling $102,835.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 LOMITA POST-ACUTE CARE CENTER (70) — The Lomita Post-Acute Care Center shines with a CMS 4-star rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100, it offers a pleasant environment for its 71 residents. The absence of fines showcases its dedication to maintaining high standards in patient care.
The other 1 Lomita facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $102K.
Recommended
The Lomita Post-Acute Care Center shines with a CMS 4-star rating, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100, it offers a pleasant environment for its 71 residents. The absence of fines showcases its dedication to maintaining high standards in patient care.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lomita Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $102,835
Questions Lomita Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Lomita's city average is 3.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Lomita facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lomita avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lomita facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Lomita, CA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Lomita (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lomita "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Lomita?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.