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Beachside Post Acute

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise excellent physical therapy department. Still worth an in-person visit.

22520 Maple Avenue, Torrance, CA 90505110 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 38 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for physical rehabilitation due to its highly-rated therapy department and clean environment. However, families must be vigilant regarding medication administration and should closely monitor night-shift care, as some reviewers have reported significant lapses in safety and professionalism during those hours.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

38 reviews on Google
Families considering Beachside Post Acute will find a facility highly praised for its exceptional physical therapy department and cleanliness. However, there are serious reports of medication errors, staffing shortages on night shifts, and instances of poor patient dignity and safety.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff7.0Clean9.0Activities5.0Meds1.0MemoryN/AComms4.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Excellent physical therapy department
  • Clean and well-maintained facilities
  • Compassionate nursing and CNA staff
  • Professional management and administration

Concerns

  • Medication management errors and delays
  • Staffing shortages and unprofessional behavior on night shifts (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Patient safety and roommate conflicts (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2342.52021(2)4.02022(3)4.02023(8)4.82024(24)3.02025(4)4.02026(1)

Distribution · 42 analyzed

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31
4
4
3
1
2
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1
6
14 reviews posted between Jun 20, 2024Jun 21, 2024 · 13 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

100%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about your physical therapy department; how does the team work with residents to help them regain their independence?
  • 2With the high praise for your nursing and CNA staff, how do you ensure that same level of compassionate care is consistent during the overnight shifts?
  • 3What specific protocols are in place to ensure medication is administered accurately and on time every single day?
  • 4How does the administration handle any potential conflicts between roommates to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe in their room?
  • 5Can you tell us about the daily activities and social events available to help residents stay engaged with the community?
  • 6In the event of a sudden medical change or emergency during the night, what is the immediate process for notifying the family and providing care?

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Key Review Excerpts

Physical therapy department is the best!

Rehab patient · 2024☆☆☆☆

The rooms are well-maintained and provide ample space, making it feel less like a clinical setting and more like a home.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★★

The nurses are very competent and the C.N.A’s are AMAZING and very attentive to the needs of the residents.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★★
Source: 38 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.64hrs
86%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.41hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
32%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
21%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

14

measures

Worse Than Avg

1

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.9%
Better than Avg
Here
1.9%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Los angeles
9.7%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.6%
Better than Avg
Here
6.6%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Los angeles
10.8%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.6%
Better than Avg
Here
5.6%
US
15.5%
CA
11.7%
Los angeles
11.4%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.6%
Better than Avg
Here
6.6%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Los angeles
9.5%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Los angeles
99.1%
🩹

Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
11.1%
US
4.9%
CA
4.5%
Los angeles
5.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.9%
Better than Avg
Here
98.9%
US
79.8%
CA
93.2%
Los angeles
92.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Los angeles
94.5%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.8%
Better than Avg
Here
0.8%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Los angeles
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

7deficiencies
Well below state avg (15.4)
6 complaint-triggered
$50,573 in fines

This facility shows concerning patterns with 19 complaint-triggered deficiencies indicating families have filed reports about care issues. The most recurring problems involve safety hazards and accident prevention, infection control, and resident rights violations including failure to notify families of incidents. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the persistence of similar issues across multiple surveys from 2023 through 2024 suggests ongoing systemic challenges with basic care standards and safety protocols.

Dec 19, 2025Routine
10
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0688Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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.

0908Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0291Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

May 19, 2025Complaint
1
0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

Nov 1, 2024Routine
17
0802Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0842Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0521Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

0688Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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.

0790Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

0223Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0351Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Jun 7, 2024Complaint
2
0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

0610Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Feb 1, 2024Complaint
1
0557Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Nov 30, 2023Routine
11
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0580Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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.

0803Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0881Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Beachside Post Acute

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth

Chain Size

16 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.4/5 · Rank 5 of 16

Ownership & Management

Owners

Lehmann, Kenneth

Owner

32%

Gastwirth, Menachem

Owner (parent company)

28%

Key personnel

Gewirtz, ChonochManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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