Lotus Care Center is a small, for-profit care facility that offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care for seniors in Los Angeles. With a capacity of 40 beds, it is part of a larger continuing care retirement community and accommodates residents requiring various levels of support. The center participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to individuals with varying financial and health coverage requirements. Residents receive care from trained nursing staff, who provide an average of over four hours of assistance per person each day, including weekends, reflecting a consistent staffing commitment.
The facility is designed to support seniors recovering from hospital stays involving events such as strokes, heart attacks, infections, or accidental injuries. Its short-term rehabilitation program is aimed at helping individuals regain strength and independence, with about a quarter of residents able to return home after their discharge from care. Prevention of injury and infection is a priority, as shown by low rates of falls and a moderate rate of infections requiring hospitalization during short stays. Emergency room visits are monitored, and care is tailored to each resident's specific needs.
For those requiring extended support, the long-term care services at Lotus Care Center focus on maintaining quality of life and independence. Most long-term residents retain the ability to move, eat, use the bathroom, and perform other daily activities without constant assistance. Health and safety practices are in place, including full influenza vaccination for all residents and diligent management of medications and biologicals. The environment aims to be supportive, with proper nutrition protocols, thorough assessments, and regular attention to individual care plans.
Lotus Care Center also undergoes regular state and federal inspections to ensure health, safety, and fire protection standards are consistently met. The living environment is designed to offer comfort and meet size requirements for resident rooms. The center has addressed occasional state-imposed violations related to assessments, medication handling, food preparation, and room size, with prompt response and mitigation for any identified issues. Over recent years, it has maintained ongoing efforts to uphold professional standards in all facets of resident support and facility management.
