1201 Walnut Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Overall Review of Long Beach Post Acute
Pros
The experience at the facility is excellent.- The staff are great and helpful.
- The nursing and activities staff are outstanding.
- The activities staff reignite residents’ artistic skills and engagement.
- The facility is very clean and well maintained.
- Residents are treated with respect and dignity by attentive staff.
- The nurses are very helpful and friendly.
- The facility offers abundant group activities and extra care from the staff.
- The staff make residents feel like family.
Cons
The admin staff is somewhat removed.- Every single CNA is said to have a thankless job.
Review
Long Beach Post Acute is best suited for seniors who need strong, hands-on nursing support and who thrive in a lively, community-focused environment. It appeals to families seeking reliable post-acute rehabilitation that can transition smoothly into ongoing care, paired with a robust activity program and easy access to routine services such as on-site dental, optical, and hearing-aid support. The consistent thread in the feedback is a culture of care: compassionate nurses and CNAs, attentive staff across shifts, and an atmosphere where residents feel seen, respected, and treated with dignity. For families prioritizing cleanliness, order, and a cheerful, engaged daily rhythm, this community delivers.
Those who may want to consider alternatives are those who place a premium on administrative transparency and proactive communication at all times, or who require highly specialized memory-care programming and oversight. A few reviewers observed that the administrative side can feel somewhat distant, which can complicate updates or issue-resolution for families seeking frequent, edge-of-service visibility. Plan to weigh whether direct, highly visible administrative engagement is essential; if not, the overall care experience tends to compensate. Also, families seeking a quieter, less activity-driven environment or a setting focused almost entirely on long-term memory care should explore options with a different program mix.
The strongest upside rests with the frontline care team. Nursing staff, LVNs, and CNAs are repeatedly praised for their kindness, responsiveness, and teamwork, with specific gratitude directed at individuals who consistently go above and beyond. The Activities Department earns frequent accolades for reigniting residents’ interests and sustaining participation, from art projects to organized group events and entertainment that foster a sense of belonging. Cleanliness and daily operational smoothness further reinforce confidence that residents can be cared for without friction, allowing families to relax about basic daily needs and safety.
Beyond the care floor, the program design supports a comprehensive experience. Families note that residents benefit from a broad menu of services, dentistry, eye care, hearing aids, while enjoying movie time and regular personal care routines, including multiple daily showers when appropriate. The dining experience is described as reliable, and the facility’s atmosphere encourages social interaction within designated, comfortable spaces. The visiting environment is respectful and orderly, with staff guiding interactions in ways that preserve dignity and autonomy. All of these elements combine to create a practical value proposition for those who want meaningful daily engagement alongside solid medical oversight.
While no facility is perfect, the overall balance at Long Beach Post Acute tilts strongly toward value, given the demonstrated care quality and consistent resident satisfaction. The few critiques related to administrative visibility should be weighed against the palpable strengths at the bedside and in everyday programming. For families evaluating options, the decision hinges on priority: a facility with standout frontline care, a compelling activity calendar, and a clean, well-run campus will likely outweigh concerns about administrative distance. Those who need a more hands-on administrative partner or a more specialized memory-care framework may wish to review competing communities before deciding.
In practical terms, the recommendation is clear for families with loved ones who will flourish in a hands-on, socially vibrant setting where staff are praised for compassion and competence. Schedule a visit with a checklist focused on nursing skills, responsiveness of aides, and the cadence of daily activities, then press for a candid conversation about communication expectations and how concerns are escalated. If rehab-to-long-term support is the plan, and the resident benefits from regular engagement and accessible ancillary services, Long Beach Post Acute warrants strong consideration. If the resident requires tightly integrated medical oversight beyond typical post-acute care, or a quieter, less structured routine, alternative communities should be pursued to avoid mismatches that could hamper satisfaction and peace of mind.
78 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
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
Long Beach (Daugherty) (3 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
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