Carson Senior Assisted Living sits in Carson, California, and welcomes both men and women aged 55 and older, offering care for up to 230 residents in studio apartments and companion suites that come fully furnished, with helpful touches like bathrooms with support bars. Joe Goldman serves as the Executive Administrator, and Ginger Enriquez manages the Assisted Living program, making sure everything runs smoothly for both assisted living and memory care. The community's unique Arbor Hall provides specialized care for residents living with Alzheimer's and dementia, keeping things secure with structured programs that include cognitive activities. Residents get help with daily needs, from bathing and dressing to medication management and friendly reminders, and there's support for mobility helps, like standby aid for moving from bed to wheelchair. Nurses are on-site twelve to sixteen hours a day, while a caring, awake staff stays available twenty-four hours for urgent help, with an emergency call system always close by.
Carson Senior Assisted Living takes care of meal prep, serving three home-cooked meals each day in comfortable common rooms, and keeps things lively with a big library, a game room, an arts room, fitness spaces, and even a piano in the TV room-all good spots to gather for socializing or activities. There's an emphasis on health and independence, with activities such as fitness classes, movie nights, regular outings, and even scheduled Catholic Mass on Mondays plus transportation for Jewish residents. The staff monitors medications closely, assists with diabetes care by helping monitor blood sugar levels, and always welcomes residents to refill prescriptions and get rides to doctor appointments as needed, showing flexibility and attention to personal needs.
Residents enjoy beautifully landscaped paths and gardens with many colorful flowers, while the outdoor spaces and indoor lounges offer a homey setting with soft couches and places to relax. Pets can come along, and the whole property follows a strict no-smoking policy indoors. There's also a beauty salon, devotional services, and supportive services for housekeeping, laundry, and general maintenance. Hospice and respite care are available for those who need extra support or when families require a break. The staff, known to be pleasant and joyful, works long-term at Carson Senior Assisted Living, with a mission to help people feel at home and maintain dignity as they age. The facility sits close to the Del Amo Shopping Mall and Redondo Beach Pier, with transportation offered for outings, shopping, and appointments. State-licensed under number 198204950, Carson Senior Assisted Living aims to provide a safe, steady, and warm community for seniors, treating each resident with respect and kindness in their daily lives.
People often ask...
Carson Senior Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $1,800 per month.
Carson Senior Assisted Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
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Yes, Carson Senior Assisted Living allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 345 Carson St, Carson, CA, 90745.
Yes, Carson Senior Assisted Living offers respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
State of California Inspection Reports
51
Inspections
10
Type A Citations
14
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
06 Sept 2024
06 Sept 2024
Confirmed that staff failed to properly supervise and store residents' medications, which led to a resident swallowing another resident's prescription and subsequently falling with an injury.
§ 87705(f)(2)
17 Aug 2024
17 Aug 2024
Determined that the resident's bruises, medical needs, and visitation concerns were thoroughly reviewed, with findings indicating no evidence of wrongdoing or neglect related to the allegations.
20 Jun 2024
20 Jun 2024
Determined that the allegation residents’ dentures were not cleaned was unfounded, and that residents’ clothing and personal property were adequately maintained. Also, found insufficient evidence to support claims of staff neglect causing pressure injuries, failure to contact authorized representatives, or not noticing changes in residents’ conditions.
15 May 2024
15 May 2024
Investigated allegations of staff neglecting a resident, withholding medication, and failing to respond promptly to a call button; found no evidence to substantiate these claims based on interviews, observations, and documentation review.
18 Apr 2024
18 Apr 2024
Investigated the allegation of illegal eviction related to a resident, reviewed records, interviewed staff and witnesses, and observed that no evidence supported the claim. Determined that the allegation was unsubstantiated.
05 Apr 2024
05 Apr 2024
Verified that the facility met safety, sanitation, and operational standards during a routine inspection, with no deficiencies noted.
03 Apr 2024
03 Apr 2024
Investigated the allegation that Resident R1 sustained a fracture due to lack of supervision and found no evidence that staff failed to supervise or delayed seeking medical attention; both allegations were unsubstantiated.
23 Feb 2024
23 Feb 2024
Investigated the allegations that staff threatened a resident and failed to safeguard personal belongings, found no evidence supporting these claims, and concluded the allegations were unsubstantiated.
18 Jan 2024
18 Jan 2024
Found that the facility failed to provide adequate heating in some resident rooms due to HVAC system issues, despite receiving repairs and portable heaters, resulting in discomfort for residents.
§ 87303(a)
§ 87468.1(2)
02 Dec 2023
02 Dec 2023
Found that staff observed and monitored resident's health closely, and records showed regular medical checkups; no evidence supported the allegations that staff neglected wellness checks or failed to notice health changes.
01 Dec 2023
01 Dec 2023
Investigated the allegation that staff neglected a resident, leading to an infection, and found no evidence to support that the resident was exposed or contracted the infection while in care; also reviewed the incident of a resident falling, and concluded there was insufficient evidence to verify staff negligence.
20 Nov 2023
20 Nov 2023
Investigated the allegation that the facility had pests, specifically cockroaches, and found no evidence of a pest infestation after inspections and interviews.
29 Sept 2023
29 Sept 2023
Determined that there was no evidence to support the allegation that staff did not seek medical attention for resident injury or that staff withheld resident’s cash resources, and found no issues with resident hygiene or laundry needs.
08 Sept 2023
08 Sept 2023
Investigated the allegation that a resident sustained multiple pressure injuries while in care and found no evidence to support neglect or lack of supervision.
18 Aug 2023
18 Aug 2023
Confirmed that the resident died from cardiopulmonary arrest after being found unresponsive, with no evidence of neglect or foul play by staff.
28 Jun 2023
28 Jun 2023
Found no evidence to support that the resident who wandered away was improperly supervised, that residents' cash or medications were mishandled, or that the facility was left unclean or residents forced to eat on dirty tables.
15 Jun 2023
15 Jun 2023
Found that staff ensured resident bathrooms were cleaned daily, that the facility was maintained free from malodors, and that there was evidence of pest control measures addressing cockroach presence; however, the allegation that staff did not ensure the facility was free from cockroaches and that the facility was in disrepair, including issues with room #203, was confirmed.
§ 87303(a)(1)
§ 87303(a)
13 May 2023
13 May 2023
Identified deficiencies in smoke detector outside the activity room and inoperative stove burners during an inspection, with compliance required to address these issues.
§ 87303(a)
§ 87555(29)
25 Apr 2023
25 Apr 2023
Reviewed a resident’s death following a fall and hospitalization, with details under investigation and interviews with staff and a roommate conducted. Collected relevant medical and personal documents related to the resident’s care.
20 Apr 2023
20 Apr 2023
Determined that the resident died from a drug overdose after leaving the facility on their own, with law enforcement finding no evidence of foul play or facility negligence, leading to the closing of the investigation.
17 Mar 2023
17 Mar 2023
Investigated an incident where two residents had a physical altercation over a diaper, finding that staff responded appropriately and there was no evidence of neglect or inadequate supervision.
28 Nov 2022
28 Nov 2022
Investigated whether the facility failed to provide resident #1’s service records as requested, and found insufficient evidence to support that the records were not provided or deliberately withheld.
28 Nov 2022
28 Nov 2022
Determined that staff provided all prescribed medications to the resident as scheduled, and there was no evidence to support the allegation that medications were not administered as prescribed.
04 Nov 2022
04 Nov 2022
Investigated whether a resident's multiple unwitnessed falls resulted in injuries and found that inadequate supervision and lack of proper care contributed to the incidents; also examined visitation policies and determined there was insufficient evidence to confirm the resident was prevented from receiving visitors during COVID restrictions.
§ 87608(5)
§ 87468.2(a)(8)
§ 87211(a)(b)
§ 87705(5)(a)
§ 87405(b)(1)
§ 87466
§ 87468.1(a)(2)
06 Sept 2022
06 Sept 2022
Investigated the death of a resident who was last seen leaving the facility on 08/26/22 and was found deceased at a park in Pomona; details about the cause and circumstances remain unknown due to ongoing investigation.
20 Jul 2022
20 Jul 2022
Investigated the allegation that a resident sustained an unexplained injury and staff failed to assist in obtaining medical care; found evidence indicating the resident received medical attention, and staff responded appropriately, leading to the conclusion that the allegations are unsubstantiated.
02 Jun 2022
02 Jun 2022
Investigated the allegation that the ceiling in the memory care dining room was in disrepair, and found sufficient evidence to support that the ceiling was indeed damaged, with visible missing plaster and exposed wiring.
§ 80087(a)
18 Apr 2022
18 Apr 2022
Found that the facility maintained proper infection control practices, including screening, sanitizing stations, and PPE supplies, but identified a plumbing issue with hot water in one room. Verified that safety protocols and fire drills were adequately conducted and documented.
§ 87303(e)(1)
§ 87303(e)
§ 87303(e)(2)
04 Apr 2022
04 Apr 2022
Investigated allegations that a resident sustained injuries while in care and that staff failed to provide adequate transportation, with findings indicating the resident’s injuries resulted from insufficient observation and response, while there was no evidence to support transportation issues.
§ 87465(g)
§ 87466
23 Mar 2022
23 Mar 2022
Determined there was no evidence to support the allegations that staff failed to communicate with the responsible party about resident health changes or neglected assisting with personal hygiene.
16 Mar 2022
16 Mar 2022
Investigated whether staff failed to prevent a resident altercation on 03/09/22; found no evidence to support that the incident occurred or was unaddressed.
14 Dec 2021
14 Dec 2021
Reviewed all aspects of resident care and services, and found no evidence to support allegations that the facility was dirty, bedsheets were not changed, food services were inadequate, bathing or diapering needs were unmet, call buttons were unresponsive, staffing was insufficient, residents did not receive physical therapy, or residents were forced to stay in bed.
10 Nov 2021
10 Nov 2021
Found that a resident eloped from the facility after breaking window locks, and staff failed to provide adequate supervision during the incident, which occurred during a shift change and was witnessed by other residents and staff.
§ 87705(b)(2)
§ 87466
22 Sept 2021
22 Sept 2021
Determined that there was no evidence to support the allegation that staff yelled at resident, did not assist with hygiene, or physically hit residents, and found the facility to be clean and well-maintained with no signs of pests.
23 Jul 2021
23 Jul 2021
Reviewed multiple allegations and found that the resident did not suffer a fall, staff properly assisted with insulin, and residents were fed appropriately, with no evidence to support violations of these issues.
23 Jul 2021
23 Jul 2021
Reviewed records indicating that a resident was initially reported as unable to administer their own injections and testing, but later documentation showed they was actually performing these tasks independently. Conducted an exit interview with the administrator and discussed necessary corrections.
§ 87705(c)(5)
16 Jul 2021
16 Jul 2021
Found no evidence to support the allegation that a resident's needs were not being met or that she was left in soiled clothing for an extended period.
13 Jul 2021
13 Jul 2021
Found no evidence to support the allegation that a resident was left on the ground for an extended period after falling or that her care needs were not being met.
01 Jul 2021
01 Jul 2021
Reviewed residents’ and staff interviews, records, and observations, and determined that the mattress needing replacement, medication delivery, and fall incident allegations lack sufficient evidence to support them.
30 Jun 2021
30 Jun 2021
Investigated the allegation that the flooring was in disrepair and frayed, which potentially caused a fall; observed that the carpet fibers in a specific area were frayed and separated, confirming the safety hazard.
§ 87303(a)
11 Jun 2021
11 Jun 2021
Investigated the allegation that staff were not meeting resident’s hygiene needs; found that staff provided bathing assistance twice weekly, and the resident’s claims of not being showered for 16 days lacked supporting evidence.
08 Apr 2021
08 Apr 2021
Investigated the allegation that the facility did not have grab bars and hot water in resident’s bathroom, found no evidence supporting these claims, and confirmed the resident’s needs were adequately met.
06 Feb 2021
06 Feb 2021
Reviewed evidence and interviews indicating that there was no proof of mismanagement of the resident's medications by the facility, as medications were confirmed to be managed according to the resident's physician’s instructions.
15 Oct 2020
15 Oct 2020
Investigated the allegation that staff did not meet resident's needs and did not allow visitors, and found no evidence to support these claims after reviewing records and interviewing staff, residents, and witnesses.
29 Sept 2020
29 Sept 2020
Investigated the allegation that staff falsified resident records, safeguarded personal property, and restricted private phone calls, and found insufficient evidence to support these claims.
24 Jul 2020
24 Jul 2020
Investigated whether the resident was admitted with proper authorization, received medications as prescribed, was transported to appointments, was adequately supervised to prevent eloping, and whether the facility was in disrepair or caused injury; found insufficient evidence to support any of these allegations.
09 Jul 2020
09 Jul 2020
Investigated the allegation that staff threatened and verbally abused a resident, but found no evidence to support these claims based on interviews, records, and observations.
21 May 2020
21 May 2020
Investigated allegations that staff physically abused a resident and engaged in a verbal and physical altercation; found no evidence supporting these claims after reviewing records, interviewing involved parties, and inspecting the facility.
19 Dec 2019
19 Dec 2019
Investigated the allegation that a resident's wound had maggots and found no evidence to support that the wound was infested, with medical records and interviews indicating proper care and the absence of insects during the resident’s stay.
12 Nov 2019
12 Nov 2019
Reviewed signatures on amended evaluation reports related to a previous complaint investigation, with no deficiencies observed and no citations issued.
23 Oct 2019
23 Oct 2019
Investigated whether a resident’s wound had maggots and if lack of supervision caused a fall, and found no evidence to support either allegation.
