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Sunset Park Healthcare

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

2250 29th Street, Sunset Park · Santa Monica, CA 9040544 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
5.0/5

based on 15 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (30 vs median 13.0)

Below average in CA · Critically understaffed (RN) · Above recommended total nurse staffing · No penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice if you prioritize a clean, modern environment and a compassionate nursing team that treats residents like family. Be aware that the facility is described as small, which may impact the range of available amenities.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

15 reviews on Google
Families considering Sunset Park Healthcare can expect a clean, modern facility with a highly praised nursing and administrative staff. While reviewers consistently highlight the kindness and professionalism of the caregivers, one reviewer noted the facility is relatively small.

Quality Themes

FoodN/AStaff10.0Clean10.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Kind and approachable nursing staff
  • Clean and modern facility
  • Professional and helpful administration
  • Strong teamwork among departments

Concerns

  • Small facility size

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02024(13)5.02025(2)5.02026(2)

Distribution · 17 analyzed

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4
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3
0
2
0
1
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13 reviews posted between Sep 16, 2024Sep 17, 2024 · 13 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

80%response rate
Generic

The owner relies almost exclusively on a single, repetitive template for all responses. Personalization only occurs when the reviewer's name is explicitly mentioned in the text.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It's wonderful to see how much the administration engages with the community through their responses; how does that same level of communication work between the staff and families regarding daily updates?
  • 2With the facility being a more intimate, 44-resident setting, how do you ensure that every resident gets personalized attention during meal times and activities?
  • 3We noticed the nursing staff is highly regarded for being so kind; how do you maintain that high level of care and teamwork during busy shift changes?
  • 4Can you walk us through the specific protocols in place for managing medical emergencies or sudden changes in a resident's health during the night?
  • 5What kind of daily activities or social outings are planned to help residents stay engaged and connected with one another in this cozy environment?
  • 6We are looking closely at the recent health inspection reports; what specific steps is the facility taking right now to address the noted deficiencies and improve overall care standards?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The nurses and Cnas have been wonderful, not to mention the care. They were always very helpful and understood my mother’s needs.

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

Nurse Dananai was amazing and provided the best care possible here at this facility. The facility is clean and is very modern looking.

Patient/Family member · 2024★★★★★

Great workers, amazing ambiance, treats patients as their own family. Very professional

Patient/Family member · 2024★★★★★
Source: 15 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.28hrs
37%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.44hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
32%
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
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

5

measures

Long-Stay Residents
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility45.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
45.3%
US
15.5%
CA
11.7%
Los angeles
11.4%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.4%
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.

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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.7%
Better than Avg
Here
6.7%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Los angeles
9.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
13.0%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Los angeles
9.7%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.6%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
13.6%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Los angeles
10.8%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.3%
Better than Avg
Here
99.3%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Los angeles
99.1%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility15.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
15.8%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Los angeles
1.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
89.1%
US
79.8%
CA
93.2%
Los angeles
92.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.6%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
89.6%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Los angeles
94.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

28deficiencies
Well above state avg (15.4)
18 complaint-triggered

Sunset Park Healthcare shows a concerning pattern with 19 complaint-triggered deficiencies, indicating families have filed reports about care issues. The most recurring problems involve resident rights violations, medication management errors, and dietary/nutrition failures. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the facility continues experiencing repeat issues across multiple areas including care planning, infection control, and safety hazards, suggesting ongoing operational challenges that families should carefully evaluate.

Mar 24, 2026Complaint
1
0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Feb 27, 2026Complaint
1
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.

Oct 3, 2025Complaint
1
0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Jun 17, 2025Complaint
2
0563Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.

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.

May 25, 2025Routine
27
0656Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0685Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

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.

0790Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0803Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

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.

0908Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0912Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

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.

0585Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

0604Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0607Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

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.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

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.

0804Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

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.

0809Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.

0919Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

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

0921Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

0211Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0511Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

0911Minimal · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.

May 7, 2025Complaint
1
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.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Sunset Park Healthcare

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth

Chain Size

16 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.4/5 · Rank 12 of 16

Ownership & Management

Owners

Am Holdco, LLC

Owner · Organization

10%

Lehmann, Kenneth

Owner

25%

Moas, Aaron

Owner

14%

Oscherowitz, Avishai

Owner

5%

Gastwirth, Menachem

Owner (parent company)

5%

Abe and Rachel Bak Family Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Bak, Rachel

Owner (parent company)

Key personnel

Gastwirth, MenachemManaging Control - Governing BodyBak, AbrahamOfficer / DirectorBak, AbrahamManagerFilart, MarcelManagerGastwirth, MenachemManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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