Bell Convalescent Hospital in Bell, CA

Bell Convalescent Hospital is a nursing home community in Bell, CA.

Information last verified: May 21, 2026

4900 East Florence Avenue, Bell, CA 90201

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 29 reviews

5 stars

22

4 stars

0

3 stars

3

2 stars

0

1 stars

4

Bell Convalescent Hospital Costs & Pricing

Bell Convalescent Hospital offers competitive pricing for its one-bedroom accommodations, with a monthly cost of $3,400. This rate is notably lower than the average costs in Los Angeles County, which stands at $4,603, and the broader state average of $4,340. By providing such an economical option, Bell Convalescent Hospital positions itself as an appealing choice for individuals seeking quality care without the elevated financial burden often associated with similar facilities in the region.

Floor plans	Bell Convalescent Hospital	Los Angeles County	California
1 Bedroom	$3,400	$4,603	$4,340

Overall Review of Bell Convalescent Hospital

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness

Residents and families describe staff who are kind and attentive to individual needs.

Across the reviews, people repeatedly point to staff kindness, attentiveness, and professionalism as a main reason they recommend Bell. Several families also describe nurses and caregivers treating residents with respect and dignity, including during more stressful stays. A few negative reviews raise concerns about staff conduct and how patients were handled, including neglect and unprofessional behavior, which is the main counterpoint.

common 2 reviews mention this

Food feels restaurant-like

The dining is often described as restaurant-style and very tasty.

Two reviews specifically praise the food, comparing it to a restaurant and describing it as delicious. This lines up with the community offering restaurant-style dining and a dining room, which matches what residents mention about meals.

common 5 reviews mention this

In-house rehab supports mobility

Residents describe physical therapy help that improves mobility and confidence.

Multiple reviewers credit the rehab program with helping them walk again, work on stairs, or move toward a transition home. Families also mention therapy support during stays, including for hip fracture recovery, and describe the rehab team as taking effective action. In reviews that are critical, that focus on care quality is what’s called into question, but the rehab support appears clearly in the more positive accounts.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Concerns about basic care

Some reviewers report serious issues with patient care and communication.

A small set of negative reviews describe problems such as patients not being fed for a full day, concerns about hygiene, and unprofessional conduct. One reviewer also reports a fall that left their loved one in a wheelchair afterward, and another raises concerns about office personnel requiring follow-up. These comments are counter to the larger number of positive staff-and-care accounts, but they are the recurring warning theme in the reviews.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

99 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Long Beach (Daugherty) (11 miles away)
Los Angeles International (13 miles away)
Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena (19 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Parks

Temple Park (2.2 miles)
Rivera Park (4.8 miles)
George E. Elder Memorial Park (5.8 miles)
Barnes Memorial Park (6.9 miles)
Granada Park (7.2 miles)
Elysian Park (8.5 miles)
Echo Park at the Lotus Festival (8.7 miles)

Hospitals

Del Rio Convalescent Center (2.7 miles)
Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (3 miles)
PIH Health Hospital (3.7 miles)
Kaiser Permanente Hospital (4.5 miles)
Martin Luther King Jr / Drew Medical Center (4.6 miles)
Prado Center (5.2 miles)
Beverly Hospital (5.6 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
Walgreens (4.7 miles)
Rite Aid (5.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (6.4 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (5.2 miles)
Verve Coffee Roasters (5.8 miles)
Starbucks (6.8 miles)
Panera Bread (8.4 miles)
Starbucks Reserve (8.9 miles)
Donut King 2 (9 miles)
Bopomofo Cafe (9.4 miles)

Restaurants

Jack In The Box (5.6 miles)
Girl & The Goat LA (5.8 miles)
Bavel (5.8 miles)
EightyTwo (6.2 miles)
Precinct (6.8 miles)
Perch (6.9 miles)
The Original Philippe (7.1 miles)

Physicians

Paramount Physicians (5.9 miles)

Transportation

Union Station (6.8 miles)

Theaters

Alamo Drafthouse Downtown (7.1 miles)
Regal LA Live & 4DX (7.3 miles)
AMC Norwalk 2 (7.3 miles)
Harkins Theatres Cerritos 16 (8.9 miles)

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