Santa Fe Home Care

Pricing

Prices shown are estimates and subject to change. Contact your senior living advisor for current pricing.

Amenities

Healthcare services

Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Medication management

Healthcare staffing

24-hour supervision

Meals and dining

Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Special dietary restrictions

Room

Cable
Fully furnished
Housekeeping and linen services
Telephone
Wifi

Transportation

Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Community services

Move-in coordination

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities

Reviews

2.57·(7)

Overall rating

5
4
3
2
1

Care
3.2
Staff
3.8
Meals
2.5
Amenities
3.0
Value
4.5

Pros

Home-like atmosphere
Friendly and responsive staff
Attentive, individualized care
Professional staff demeanor
Planned senior-friendly activities
Weekly religious services
Outdoor space with large backyard and fruit trees
Spacious bedrooms
Family-visit accessibility
Affordable and reasonable pricing
Quiet, convenient location

Cons

Inadequate staff training and credential verification
Inconsistent personal-care and assistance routines
Food-safety lapses and inconsistent meal quality
Inconsistent sanitation and odor control in some areas
Gaps in infection-control and illness-management practices
Pest-control concerns
Variable environmental maintenance and safety practices
Inaccurate or unclear service communication
Limited administrative accessibility and transparency
Inconsistent activity programming

Summary of reviews

The reviews present a mixed picture of Santa Fe Home Care, with several clear strengths alongside multiple operational concerns. Positive accounts emphasize a small, home-like environment, accessible outdoor space and bedrooms, reasonable cost, and staff described as friendly and responsive. Activity programming is cited in some accounts as structured and senior-friendly (sing-alongs, planned activities, weekly church), and family-visit policies are described as accommodating. These elements may appeal to families seeking a lower-cost, residential-style option in a quiet neighborhood.

Care and staffing descriptions diverge. Many accounts describe staff as attentive, caring, and professional, providing individualized attention. At the same time, other descriptions point to delays in assistance with activities of daily living, inconsistent bathing and hygiene routines, and concerns about staff qualifications and credential verification. Taken together, these suggest variability in day-to-day care consistency and potential gaps in formal staff training or oversight that prospective families should clarify.

Dining and activity offerings also show contrast. Some reviewers praise dining and social programming, while others describe significant problems with meal quality and food handling. Operationally, this indicates inconsistent food-safety controls and uneven meal preparation standards. Activity programming appears to be available in some instances but inconsistent in others; prospective residents should verify the current activity calendar and staffing that supports those programs.

Facility condition and management raise additional operational issues. Positive remarks note a clean, odor-free interior and a pleasant outdoor area, but other accounts identify sanitation concerns, odor-control inconsistencies, pest-control concerns, and variable environmental maintenance. Safety-practice gaps for residents with mobility needs and limited administrative accessibility are also reported, along with unclear or inaccurate communication about services offered. These items point to variability in facility maintenance and managerial oversight rather than a single uniform level of operation.

Overall pattern and recommendations: the feedback is polarized — some families describe a caring, affordable, home-like setting with active programming, while others report operational weaknesses that affect safety and quality of care. Prospective residents and families should obtain up-to-date documentation on staff credentials and training, inquire about meal preparation and food-safety protocols, review infection-control measures, inspect living areas and outdoor spaces in person, and ask about administrative responsiveness and licensing/inspection history. Verifying current staffing levels, activity schedules, and maintenance practices will help determine whether the facility’s strengths align with an individual resident’s needs.

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About Santa Fe Home Care

Santa Fe Home Care sits on a quiet street in Torrance, CA, offering a warm, home-like atmosphere with only six licensed beds, which means folks get more attention and things are a little calmer than in bigger places, and the staff there provides a range of care types for seniors, including personal care, companionship, memory care, respite care, and even diabetic programs, so people dealing with Alzheimer's or chronic illness can find support here. The facility follows RCFE guidelines, and residents can pick from different room options, like studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, semi-private, or private rooms, and each is made with comfort in mind, offering room service and meals with dietary choices like kosher, vegan, or low sodium meals, and everyone's needs for food get full attention, so even special diets are covered. Staff help with medication, bathing, dressing, mobility, and all those daily things that can get harder as we age, and caregivers are trained, CPR-certified, and matched to each resident for a good fit, and night awake staff can stay overnight if needed for extra safety, although this comes at an extra fee. There's a property manager onsite, plus nurses or therapists are on-call if someone's needs change, which can bring families some peace of mind. The home's newly renovated, and all activities take place in a friendly, calm setting, with plenty to keep folks engaged like live theater or dance, wellness classes, trivia, and fitness programs, which help lift spirits and keep minds and bodies as active as possible. The whole idea is to keep residents' dignity and independence front and center, so care gets tailored to every person's habits, needs, and preferences, while still offering simple comforts and a broad menu of daily routines. Santa Fe Home Care's known for a compassionate, respectful community that's focused on older adults, people needing a little extra help, and those wanting the feel of home instead of a large, busy senior complex, and the care is non-acute, making it usually less expensive than many nursing homes, so families find it easier to manage. The house and the programs are designed to let people enjoy each day safely, comfortably, and with kindness, and that's about as honest a description as you'll find for a small senior residence like this one.

People often ask...

Santa Fe Home Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,426 per month.

Santa Fe Home Care offers assisted living, memory care, and board and care.

There are 8 photos of Santa Fe Home Care on Mirador.

The full address for this community is 2340 Santa Fe Ave, Torrance, CA 90501.

No, Santa Fe Home Care does not offer 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.

Safety & Compliance

In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

License number	198205144
Status	Closed
Facility type	Residential Care Elderly
Capacity	6 residents
Licensee	SANTA FE HOME CARE, INC.
Effective	August 31st, 2006

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Inspection Reports

24

Reports

11

Type A Citations

38

Type B Citations

12

Complaints

5

Years

05 Sept 2025Inspection		05 Sept 2025Inspection Observed general compliance with safety standards and care documentation; staff and resident records were reviewed.
30 Jul 2025Inspection		30 Jul 2025Inspection Observed no deficiencies during an unannounced case management visit; reviewed three staff records.
24 Jun 2025Inspection		24 Jun 2025Inspection Identified that five non-ambulatory residents were present without an approved fire clearance, creating an immediate safety risk.
19 Jun 2025Inspection		19 Jun 2025Inspection Identified non-ambulatory residents occupying rooms designated for ambulatory residents and cited multiple deficiencies involving capacity and ambulatory status, prohibited health conditions, administrator qualifications, and criminal record clearance. Type A87204(b) Type B87615(a)(1) Type B87405(d)(2) Type B87355(e)(3) Type B87209
04 Jun 2025Complaint		04 Jun 2025Complaint Investigated two complaints: missing itemized receipts for care services and whether a proper assessment was completed. The missing receipts issue was supported by records; the assessment issue had insufficient evidence. Type B87208(a)(3)
07 Mar 2025Complaint		07 Mar 2025Complaint Investigated seven allegations about resident care, safety, personal belongings, food service, rent notices, threats, and wheelchair maintenance; found no preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations occurred.
26 Sept 2024Inspection		26 Sept 2024Inspection Observed no overnight staff after 8 pm to meet resident needs, leaving a non-ambulatory resident without required nighttime assistance. Type B87411(a)
02 Aug 2024Inspection		02 Aug 2024Inspection Observed residents not matched to approved room designations (nonambulatory in ambulatory rooms and ambulatory in nonambulatory rooms) and vermin found in the kitchen and dining area. Type B87204(b) Type B87555(b)(27)
19 Jun 2024Complaint		19 Jun 2024Complaint Investigated an illegal eviction involving a resident being moved to another care setting without proper approval. Evidence showed no timely notice to the licensing agency and missing eviction documentation. Type B87224(b) Type B87405(1)(2)
19 Jun 2024Complaint		19 Jun 2024Complaint Investigated a complaint that a resident exited the home unsupervised; interviews showed residents may leave with supervision since it is not locked, and a neighbor reported a dirty diaper left in yards. No deficiencies cited.
08 Jun 2024Complaint		08 Jun 2024Complaint Investigated allegations that staff neglected a resident, resulting in pressure injuries, dehydration, malnutrition, and being left soiled.
17 Apr 2024Complaint		17 Apr 2024Complaint Investigated a complaint about staff meeting a resident's dietary needs; found no evidence to prove the allegation.
06 Mar 2024Complaint		06 Mar 2024Complaint Investigated the allegation that staff did not arrange transportation for residents' medical appointments. The investigation found that transportation was not arranged for at least two documented appointment dates. Type B87208(8)
16 Feb 2024Complaint		16 Feb 2024Complaint Investigated seven allegations about bed sores from neglect, staff hitting, safeguarding belongings, inadequate food service, rent increase notices, threatening behavior, and wheelchair maintenance; evidence did not establish violations.
07 Feb 2024Complaint		07 Feb 2024Complaint Investigated the allegation that staff did not safeguard residents' personal belongings; evidence showed a resident's personal items were placed into a trash can without permission. Type B87217(b)
24 Jan 2024Complaint		24 Jan 2024Complaint Investigated two complaints: inadequate meal portions and mismanagement of medications. Found credible issues with medication records and administration; the meal concern was not supported. Type A87465(e)
10 Jan 2024Complaint		10 Jan 2024Complaint Investigated a complaint that staff did not ensure residents' health care needs were met; identified inaccurate medication records and unrecorded medications. Type A87465(d)(3) Type B87465(e)
27 Dec 2023Inspection		27 Dec 2023Inspection Identified that the designee administrator lacked the qualifications required by regulation during an unannounced visit. This posed a potential risk to residents' health and safety. Type B87405(d)(1) Type B87405(d)(2) Type B87405(d)(3) Type B87405(d)(4) Type B87405(d)(5) Type B87405(d)(6) Type B87405(d)(7)
27 Dec 2023Inspection		27 Dec 2023Inspection Observed numerous regulatory deficiencies at the facility, including unsafe storage of cleaning chemicals, incomplete health screenings and TB tests for staff, a lack of a fire clearance for bedridden residents, and various maintenance, hygiene, and record-keeping problems. Type A87309(a) Type B87411(f) Type B87202(a)(2) Type B1569.605 Type B87303(a) Type B87303(e)(6) Type B87305(a) Type B87307(a)(3)(D) Type B87412(a) Type B87468(d) Type B1569.319(a) Type B87219(a)(1) Type B87219(i) Type B87555(b)(27) Type B87465(h)(5) Type B1569.695(a)
21 Dec 2023Inspection		21 Dec 2023Inspection Observed that four residents resided in a one-story home with seven bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and mixed mobility needs; licensing fees were current.
11 Jul 2022Complaint		11 Jul 2022Complaint Investigated a complaint that a resident had multiple pressure injuries and found neglect and supervision lapses contributed to the injuries. Type A87615(a)(1) Type A87466 Type A87405(a)(d)(1)(2)
11 Jul 2022Inspection		11 Jul 2022Inspection Found multiple regulatory deficiencies related to safety, operation, staff background checks, and resident room assignments. Type A87204(b) Type A87355(e)(1)(2) Type A87405(d)(2) Type A87203 Type B87303(a) Type B87208(a) Type B87412(g)(1)
08 Jul 2022Inspection		08 Jul 2022Inspection Identified several safety and record-keeping deficiencies during an unannounced annual visit. Infection control practices appeared in place, but several issues were noted for follow-up.
04 Aug 2021Inspection		04 Aug 2021Inspection Observed infection control practices and safety measures were in place; no deficiencies were cited.

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