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Sunrise at Palos Verdes in Torrance, CA

Sunrise at Palos Verdes is an assisted living and memory care community in Torrance, CA.

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Sunrise at Palos Verdes in Torrance, CA

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  • Interior

    A well-lit conference room with several rows of patterned chairs facing a television.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, dresser, and a large window letting in natural light.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with two striped chairs, a small table, and a bookshelf.
  • Building

    A welcoming residential building with landscaped gardens and a prominent sign in the foreground.
  • Architecture

    A modern residential building with palm trees in front.
  • Bedroom

    A neatly arranged bedroom with a single bed, dresser, and chair near a window.
  • Trees

    A scenic garden pathway lined with lush greenery, trees, and a wooden birdhouse, offering a serene outdoor space.
  • Windows

    A cozy indoor patio featuring wicker furniture and large windows providing natural light.
  • Dining

    An elegant dining room with a set table and plush chairs.
  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen corner with a small dining table, chairs, and a sink setup.
  • Garden

    A cozy patio with comfortable seating under a pergola, surrounded by greenery and shaded by an umbrella.
  • Artwork

    A cozy interior space featuring a patterned chair, side table with a lamp, framed artwork on the wall, and a staircase in the background.
  • Seating Area

    A cozy lounge interior with seating and a bar area.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room with a sofa, fireplace, and stylish decor.

25535 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90505

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4.3 from 56 reviews
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Sunrise at Palos Verdes Costs & Pricing

Sunrise at Palos Verdes offers a range of accommodation options that reflect a higher price point compared to the broader averages in Los Angeles County and California. The cost for a semi-private room at Sunrise is $5,130 per month, significantly surpassing the county average of $3,349 and the state average of $3,333. For those seeking more privacy, studio apartments are priced at $8,000 - a notable increase from the county's average of $4,172 and the state's average of $4,145. One-bedroom units come with a monthly fee of $9,300, again well above both local ($4,603) and state ($4,340) averages. Lastly, for families or couples needing more space, two-bedroom accommodations are available for $11,670 per month, contrasting sharply with Los Angeles County's average of $6,164 and California's statewide figure of $5,270. These disparities highlight Sunrise at Palos Verdes as a premium option in senior living that emphasizes quality care and an enriching environment.

Floor plansSunrise at Palos VerdesLos Angeles CountyCalifornia
Semi-Private$5,130$3,349$3,333
Studio$8,000$4,172$4,145
1 Bedroom$9,300$4,603$4,340
2 Bedrooms$11,670$6,164$5,270

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Overall Review of Sunrise at Palos Verdes

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Memory care is a focus

Memory care and dementia support are a clear part of what families look for here.

Several reviewers describe dedicated memory-care programming, including a unit framed around reminiscence. Families also mention that staff adjusted care needs as conditions changed, and that this was a key reason they chose the community. One reviewer still felt the memory-care emphasis wasn’t strong enough for their needs, so fit can depend on the specific stage of care.

common 31 reviews mention this

Staff quality drives experiences

Many residents and families praise staff for being caring, attentive, and responsive.

Across reviews, people describe staff as kind, genuinely caring, and quick to help with day-to-day needs and preferences. Multiple families also mention communication and follow-through when changes are needed, including checking in more frequently after medical events. A smaller set of reviews contrast this with complaints about staff behavior, staffing levels, or how questions were handled, which is important to consider when evaluating fit.

common 7 reviews mention this

Dining and meals are hit-or-miss

Dining is often described positively, though some reviewers report problems in the dining hall.

A number of residents and families say the meals are well balanced and that the dining room offers variety, including all-day snack options and in-room dining when requested. Some reviews specifically highlight good food. Others describe difficulties with being able to order or eat in the dining hall, including being served differently than other residents.

  • An elegant dining room with a set table and plush chairs.
  • A cozy dining room with elegantly set tables and artistic decor on the walls.
  • An elegant dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring a formal table setting with white tablecloths.
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Activities keep residents involved

Planned activities and daily programming are a frequent reason families feel comfortable.

Reviewers commonly mention engaging activities, with examples including games, holiday celebrations, live entertainment, and community outings. Several also note that even during periods with restrictions, staff worked to keep residents connected and active through distanced options. At the same time, one reviewer wanted a more energetic, social pace with more outdoor options, suggesting activity preferences vary by person and stage.

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Staffing and safety concerns appear

Some reviewers raise concerns about staffing adequacy and resident safety.

A few negative reviews describe feeling that staffing was not sufficient for residents’ needs, including situations where care levels were promised but not delivered. These accounts also connect the staffing concerns to safety, including falls and the resulting acceleration of a serious condition. While many other reviews emphasize supportive care, these safety and staffing complaints are consistent themes that stand out.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Pricing runs high for some

Cost is a recurring drawback, with multiple reviewers calling the community overpriced.

Several reviewers say the monthly cost felt too high, including one comment tying the pricing to staffing concerns. Others mention being beyond their budget and choosing an alternative despite liking the facility. One reviewer also called out that respite was expensive.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 115 resident community capacity 115 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family private dining rooms Family private dining rooms
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Located close to restaurants Located close to restaurants
  • Located close to shopping centers Located close to shopping centers
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Organic food and ingredients Organic food and ingredients
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Religious/meditation center Religious/meditation center
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Los Angeles International (11 miles away) Los Angeles International (11 miles away)
  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (11 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (11 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Respite program Respite program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Torrance, California offers a variety of amenities that may be appealing for senior living. With several parks nearby such as De Portola Park and Charles H. Wilson Park, residents can enjoy outdoor activities and leisurely strolls. The area also boasts a selection of pharmacies including Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy, ensuring convenient access to healthcare services. In terms of dining options, there are popular restaurants like In-N-Out Burger and Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar within close proximity. Additionally, there are reputable physicians such as those at Palos Verdes Dermatology Rolling Hills Estates for medical needs. For spiritual fulfillment, residents have the option to attend places of worship like Peninsula Community Church or St Catherine Laboure Church. Transportation is easily accessible with Metro stations and car rental services available for convenience. Overall, this neighborhood in Torrance provides a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking a comfortable and convenient place to call home.

Parks

  • De Portola Park (0.4 miles)
  • Sur La Brea Park (2.4 miles)
  • Charles H. Wilson Park (2.7 miles)
  • Sunnyglen Park (4.1 miles)
  • Noble Park (5.6 miles)
  • Polliwog Park (6.8 miles)
  • Shoreline Aquatic Park (9.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.4 miles)
  • Lees Sandwiches - Gard (6.1 miles)
  • Donut King 2 (7.3 miles)
  • Corner Bakery Cafe (7.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Rolling Hills 2 (1.2 miles)
  • AMC Del Amo 18 (2.7 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN South Bay Galleria 16 (5.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger (1.4 miles)
  • King's Hawaiian Bakery (2.1 miles)
  • Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (2.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.2 miles)
  • Tendon Tempura Carlos Junior Restaurant (3.4 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (3.8 miles)
  • Redondo Beach Pier (3.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Paulson Theresa A Palos Verdes Dermatology Rolling Hills Estates (2 miles)
  • Lighthouse Pediatrics (3 miles)
  • Monica B Espiritu M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (3.2 miles)
  • Harbor Ucla Medical Center - David Durkovich Do (4 miles)
  • UCLA Health Manhattan Beach Pediatrics (6.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Peninsula Community Church (2.4 miles)
  • St Catherine Laboure Church (5.8 miles)

Transportation

  • Metro - Willow Street Station (9.2 miles)
  • Aviation/LAX Metro Station (9.5 miles)
  • Metro Rail - Hawthorne/Lennox (9.6 miles)
  • Port Of Long Beach (10.2 miles)
  • Fox Rent A Car (10.5 miles)
  • LAX-it (10.6 miles)
  • Terminal 8 (10.6 miles)

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