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Sunnyside Nursing Center in Torrance, CA

Sunnyside Nursing Center is a nursing home community in Torrance, CA.

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Sunnyside Nursing Center in Torrance, CA

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22617 So. Vermont Avenue, Torrance, CA 90502

To contact a resident: (310) 320-4130

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

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Overall Review of Sunnyside Nursing Center

common 46 reviews mention this

Care team is a mixed bag

Residents and families describe both very attentive staff and times when needs were missed.

Many reviews praise staff as friendly, professional, and responsive, with specific mentions of nursing, CNAs, therapists, and social services support. A number of other reviews, however, report problems reaching nurses, unanswered call lights for long periods, or care that felt neglectful—such as delays with assistance or basic needs. Several accounts also describe communication as hard when families were out of town or when getting in touch with the nursing station took repeated tries.

differentiator 31 reviews mention this

Rehab and physical therapy stand out

Physical therapy is repeatedly described as excellent and a key part of recovery.

Across multiple stays, residents and families highlight physical therapy as a standout—supportive, skilled, and helpful for regaining movement and strength. Even in reviews that criticize other parts of the facility, physical therapy is often described as caring and punctual, with patients and families noticing improvements. There are also mentions of occupational and rehab involvement alongside PT, reinforcing that therapy is a central focus of many stays.

common 29 reviews mention this

Cleanliness shows up often

Clean rooms and a clean facility are frequently mentioned by visitors and residents.

Several reviews describe the facility as clean and well-maintained, including clean rooms and bathrooms. In addition to general cleanliness praise, some reviewers note pleasant environments during visits and improved comfort during stays. A smaller set of reviews contradicts that impression with complaints about conditions and maintenance, but the cleanliness theme appears often overall.

caveat 26 reviews mention this

Food gets inconsistent feedback

Dining quality is a recurring point of disagreement, from decent to very unappetizing.

Some reviewers say meals are decent or even nutritious, and a few mention enjoying the food during their stay. Others describe meals as bland, minimal, or horrible, with reports of poor nutrition and limited alternatives when dietary needs weren’t met. There are also complaints about meal service issues, including trays or assistance at mealtime.

caveat 24 reviews mention this

Call lights and communication frustrations

Families mention trouble contacting staff and delays with call lights.

A recurring theme is difficulty reaching staff—especially via call lights or the nursing station—leading to long waits for responses. Some reviews describe automation or phone systems that made it hard for families to get updates, particularly when they were out of state. Others connect communication delays with unmet needs like assistance requests, medication timing concerns, or problems coordinating care and follow-up information.

How we summarize

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

Features

Housing

  • 299 resident community capacity 299 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

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

Transportation

  • Long Beach (Daugherty) (8 miles away) Long Beach (Daugherty) (8 miles away)
  • Los Angeles International (11 miles away) Los Angeles International (11 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

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

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Torrance, California, offers a convenient and accessible location with a variety of amenities nearby. There are several pharmacies within close proximity, ensuring easy access to medication and healthcare services. Additionally, there are reputable physicians in the area such as Harbor UCLA Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente for your medical needs. The neighborhood also boasts several parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation. For dining options, you can find a mix of fast food chains like In-N-Out Burger and more upscale choices like Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar. If you enjoy entertainment, there are movie theaters like AMC Rolling Hills 2 within a short drive. Overall, this area provides a blend of convenience, leisure activities, and essential services for comfortable senior living.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.8 miles)
  • Aids Healthcare Foundation (2.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Harbor Ucla Medical Center - David Durkovich Do (0.7 miles)
  • Monica B Espiritu M.D. | Kaiser Permanente (2.1 miles)
  • Lighthouse Pediatrics (3.7 miles)
  • Paulson Theresa A Palos Verdes Dermatology Rolling Hills Estates (5.7 miles)
  • UCLA Health Manhattan Beach Pediatrics (7.5 miles)
  • Paramount Physicians (8.7 miles)

Parks

  • Sur La Brea Park (1.5 miles)
  • Charles H. Wilson Park (1.9 miles)
  • De Portola Park (3.5 miles)
  • Sunnyglen Park (5.2 miles)
  • Shoreline Aquatic Park (6.9 miles)
  • Noble Park (7 miles)
  • Rainbow Lagoon Park (7.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Tendon Tempura Carlos Junior Restaurant (1.6 miles)
  • Monkish Brewing (2.1 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (2.5 miles)
  • King's Hawaiian Bakery (2.5 miles)
  • Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (3.4 miles)
  • In-N-Out Burger (4.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (4.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Rolling Hills 2 (2.9 miles)
  • AMC Del Amo 18 (3.4 miles)
  • AMC DINE-IN South Bay Galleria 16 (5.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee (3.1 miles)
  • Lees Sandwiches - Gard (3.7 miles)
  • Donut King 2 (5.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.3 miles)
  • Corner Bakery Cafe (8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Catherine Laboure Church (4.9 miles)
  • Peninsula Community Church (6.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Metro - Willow Street Station (5.9 miles)
  • Komar Aviation Group (7.6 miles)
  • Port Of Long Beach (8.3 miles)
  • Long Beach Airport (LGB) (8.4 miles)
  • Metro Rail - Hawthorne/Lennox (8.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Martin Luther King Jr / Drew Medical Center (7.7 miles)

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