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Solheim Senior Community

Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.

2236 Merton Ave., Eagle Rock · Los Angeles, CA 9004176 bedsLicensed & Active
3/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 31 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Solheim is an excellent choice for families seeking a beautiful, clean environment with highly skilled, compassionate caregivers. While the overall reputation is stellar, we recommend verifying the current culture of the administrative and nursing leadership during your tour to ensure the professionalism you expect.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

31 reviews on Google
Solheim Senior Community is highly regarded for its compassionate, attentive nursing staff and its beautiful, clean facilities featuring gardens and outdoor patios. While many families praise the seamless transition between care levels, one recent reviewer raised serious concerns regarding the professionalism and attitude of certain administrative and nursing staff.

Quality Themes

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Food5.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory9.0Comms8.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Clean and beautiful well-maintained facilities
  • Diverse range of on-site care levels
  • Engaging activities and amenities

Concerns

  • Unprofessional behavior from specific nursing and administrative staff

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

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Distribution · 65 analyzed

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10 reviews posted between Aug 24, 2025Aug 27, 2025 · 10 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about how beautiful and well-maintained the facility is; could you show us some of the common areas where residents relax?
  • 2The nursing staff receives so much praise for being compassionate; how do you ensure that same level of attentive care is consistent across all shifts?
  • 3With the different levels of care available here, how do you manage transitions if a resident's medical needs begin to increase?
  • 4What is the protocol for handling medical emergencies or unexpected health changes during the overnight hours?
  • 5We'd love to hear more about the daily schedule—what kind of engaging activities or amenities are available to keep residents social and active?
  • 6How does the administration work with the nursing team to ensure professional communication and a positive environment for both staff and families?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

My wife spent 3 weeks here in the skilled nursing facility after the repair of her broken arm. Her care was loving, attentive & personal.

Skilled nursing patient's family · 2025★★★★★

The staff genuinely cares, every question we have is addressed immediately, the facility is clean and beautiful, there are several outdoor patios with gardens and fountains, and the activities are incredibly diverse and interesting.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

The nursing staff, the support staff, indeed everyone we have encountered in the memory care center and the Solheim community as a whole has been outstanding.

Memory care family member · 2022★★★★★
Source: 31 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.46hrs
62%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.61hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
39%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
33%
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
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

4

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.6%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Los angeles
9.5%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
CA
7.0%
Los angeles
8.7%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility10.2%
Better than Avg
Here
10.2%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Los angeles
10.8%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility16.8%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
16.8%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Los angeles
9.7%
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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 who fell and were seriously hurt

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.6%
Worse than Avg
Here
7.6%
US
3.2%
CA
1.6%
Los angeles
1.3%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
79.8%
CA
93.2%
Los angeles
92.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.4%
Better than Avg
Here
99.4%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Los angeles
94.5%
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
6.5%
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

15deficiencies
Near state avg (15.4)
3 complaint-triggered

Solheim Senior Community has recurring quality and safety concerns across multiple surveys, including care planning issues, medication management problems, and infection control deficiencies that persist across years. Families have filed complaints leading to findings about accident prevention and pressure ulcer care. While all issues have correction dates, the pattern of repeated deficiencies in core care areas suggests ongoing operational challenges families should investigate during visits.

Dec 18, 2025Routine
15
0550Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0677Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0686Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0804Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0814Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0881Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

0919Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

0223Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Nov 14, 2025Complaint
2
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

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.

Oct 11, 2024Routine
15
0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0759Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

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.

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

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.

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.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Oct 5, 2023Routine
15
0686Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0759Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0351Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

0552Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

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.

0655Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

0676Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0341Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

Jun 15, 2023Complaint
1
0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Solheim Senior Community

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Owners

Auer, Susan

Owner (parent company)

Key personnel

Bos, BrendaOfficer / DirectorEgge, PaulOfficer / DirectorGerringer, RobertOfficer / DirectorKallman, KennethOfficer / DirectorKeedy, ClOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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