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Overall Review of Assisting Hands - Torrance
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Staff is patient and compassionate
Residents describe the provider as patient, kind, and genuinely concerned.
Many reviews focus on a calm, unhurried approach when fitting or adjusting hearing aids. Residents and family members mention bedside manner, compassion, and being treated without pressure. Several people also describe going the extra step, such as additional visits to dial in fit and answers to lots of questions.
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Thorough testing and careful adjustments
Residents describe detailed hearing testing and careful follow-up adjustments.
Reviews repeatedly mention thorough evaluations and a detailed process, including verifying prior results, using a computer program for older devices, and trying different aids and settings. People also describe follow-up visits for adjustments and clear explanations throughout the process. For complex cases, reviewers say the provider handled unique issues and even helped connect them with a specialist.
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Pricing feels fair for exams
Several reviewers say the pricing is fair and the exam costs are reasonable.
A couple of reviews call out exam or overall pricing as reasonable and fair. One reviewer also contrasts the experience with a prior chain provider, saying the process felt less rushed while still staying within a fair cost range.
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Nearby pharmacies and pediatric care
There are multiple nearby pharmacies and medical options.
The listing area includes several pharmacy options within a short drive. There are also nearby pediatric and hospital/medical-center choices listed, which can make it easier to handle routine health needs alongside appointments.
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Transportation
Los Angeles International (7 miles away)
Long Beach (Daugherty) (11 miles away)
Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (23 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Torrance, California offers a variety of amenities and conveniences that may be appealing for senior living. There are several restaurants nearby, including Chick-Fil-A and In-N-Out Burger, as well as pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens for easy access to medication. Additionally, there are places of worship like St Catherine Laboure Church for spiritual support. For entertainment, there are theaters like AMC DINE-IN South Bay Galleria 16 and parks such as Charles H. Wilson Park for leisurely activities. In terms of healthcare, there are physicians offices like Lighthouse Pediatrics and Harbor UCLA Medical Center within a few miles. Transportation options include the Metro Rail and car rental services for easy mobility around the area. Overall, this part of Torrance provides a convenient and accessible environment for seniors looking to settle in a vibrant community with various amenities at their fingertips.
Restaurants
Chick-Fil-A (0.8 miles)
Monkish Brewing (2 miles)
McDonald's (2.2 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (2.2 miles)
Tendon Tempura Carlos Junior Restaurant (2.7 miles)
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (2.9 miles)
McDonald's (3.3 miles)
Places of Worship
St Catherine Laboure Church (1 miles)
Cafes
Lees Sandwiches - Gard (1.3 miles)
Donut King 2 (1.9 miles)
Starbucks (3.9 miles)
Corner Bakery Cafe (4.4 miles)
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee (5.6 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Rite Aid (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
Aids Healthcare Foundation (2.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
Theaters
AMC DINE-IN South Bay Galleria 16 (1.7 miles)
AMC Del Amo 18 (2.9 miles)
AMC Rolling Hills 2 (5.5 miles)
Physicians
Lighthouse Pediatrics (2.7 miles)
Harbor Ucla Medical Center - David Durkovich Do (3.4 miles)
UCLA Health Manhattan Beach Pediatrics (4.1 miles)
Monica B Espiritu M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (5.9 miles)
Parks
Charles H. Wilson Park (3.1 miles)
Sunnyglen Park (3.2 miles)
Polliwog Park (3.6 miles)
Sur La Brea Park (4.3 miles)
Noble Park (4.4 miles)
De Portola Park (5.5 miles)
Transportation
Metro Rail - Hawthorne/Lennox (4.6 miles)
Aviation/LAX Metro Station (5 miles)
Fox Rent A Car (5.9 miles)
Budget Rent A Car (6.3 miles)
LAX-it (6.4 miles)
Terminal 8 (6.4 miles)
National Car Rental (6.5 miles)
Hospitals
Martin Luther King Jr / Drew Medical Center (6.1 miles)
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