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21521 S. Vermont Avenue · Torrance, CA 90502 · 127 certified beds
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Harbor Post Acute Care Center is a nursing home in Torrance, California. Its reported capacity is 127 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Charis Trust DTD 12/22/16. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 57 citations, the newest dated 2 April 2026. No fine or payment denial is on record against it. Staffing reports put it at 3.93 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
40
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
41
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
41
Records from November 2021 to April 2026.
September 19, 2024 · D
Citation F0610Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-19 under CMS tag F0610 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 19, 2024 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-19 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 3, 2024 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-03 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0640Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0640 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0745Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0745 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · F
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0881Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · E
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-09 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
June 28, 2024 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-28 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-02. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 20, 2024 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-20 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
December 8, 2023 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-08 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 3.93 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.13 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Charis Trust DTD 12/22/16
Chain ID 136 · 6 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
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Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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