I placed a loved one here and was impressed by the clean, bright, apartment-like rooms, pleasant grounds, good meals, transportation to appointments, and warm, compassionate caregivers who created a family-like atmosphere with many activities and strong hospice support. The nursing, kitchen, housekeeping and night staff were attentive and made my relative happy. Unfortunately management and leadership declined - staffing cuts, poor communication, and episodes of indifference/neglect (especially in memory care and med response) seriously concerned me. Overall: wonderful when well-staffed and led, but verify current administration, staffing levels and safety before you commit.
Huntington Retirement Hotel sits in Torrance, California, and supports up to 155 residents in a community with many options like independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The rooms, available as studios, one-bedrooms, or even adjoining two-bedroom spaces for couples, can come furnished or unfurnished, and all have kitchenettes with a refrigerator plus patio access, and folks get to choose privacy or spend time with neighbors nearby because the place has indoor and outdoor common areas, gardens, and a library stocked with books for everyone. The community provides three meals a day in a cozy dining room or larger communal spaces, with guest meals available, and has a coffee shop, game room, and cable TV in some areas. Staff includes nurses, caregivers, front desk, and kitchen workers, all friendly and supportive, and they're around 24 hours a day to help with things like bathing, dressing, moving from a bed to a wheelchair, reminders for medication, and help with doctor's appointments, blood sugar checks, or other daily health needs, though they can't give insulin shots themselves.
"The Garden" is a secured memory care unit set up for residents with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, providing special care, therapies, and activities to keep everyone safe and engaged, and seniors who prefer to stay active can join exercise and wellness programs, use fitness facilities, and join in on outings or music nights planned by the staff. The building itself is well kept, recently remodeled with modern touches, provides full building maintenance and utilities except for phone and cable, and keeps a clean and safe environment with regular housekeeping, linen changes, and bed making. Residents get access to an on-site salon, barbershop, and salon services, plus transportation for doctor visits or shopping, and there are always social programs and recreation activities like movie nights and resident-run events. The staff speaks English, takes pride in care, and covers different care needs, with nurses on staff part-time, and all have special training to care for those needing more support, like stand-by help for movement or help with memory issues.
Payment is flexible, as the Huntington Retirement Hotel takes private pay, insurance, social security, checks, credit cards, and veterans can get help through VA Aid Assistance programs, plus there's guidance for figuring out finances, and all fees are explained up front, whether folks stay short term or long term. The community has a high rating from residents and their families, and everyone has access to devotional services off-site for spiritual needs, and the age requirement is at least 55 years old. Every feature, from private rooms with kitchen appliances to shared gardens and a secure memory care setting, aims to make life simpler and more comfortable for seniors, including those needing help with health or daily tasks or those who just want a friendly, safe place to retire with some extra peace of mind.
People often ask...
Huntington Retirement offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,650 per month.
Huntington Retirement offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
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Yes, Huntington Retirement allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.
The full address for this community is 20920 Earl St, Torrance, CA, 90503.
Yes, Huntington Retirement 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
36
Inspections
1
Type A Citations
0
Type B Citations
6
Years of reports
07 May 2025
07 May 2025
Investigated the allegation that staff do not provide adequate food service, including rotten or stale food, and found that residents and staff denied the claim, while kitchen observations, fresh produce deliveries, and dietary records indicated good quality, well-balanced meals.
28 Feb 2025
28 Feb 2025
Found that the three allegations—diets not provided as prescribed by doctors' orders, menus not matching meals, and poor quality food—lacked sufficient evidence to prove; meals were provided according to prescribed diets, menus were followed, and food quality was good.
14 Feb 2025
14 Feb 2025
Found no deficiencies after an unannounced annual visit; safety systems, resident rooms, and infection-control practices were in place, and medication records and staff files were complete. Found licenses and liability insurance current, with the administrator's certification valid.
29 Aug 2024
29 Aug 2024
Found a lack of sufficient evidence to prove the nine specific allegations: resident injury from a dilapidated bed frame; fungal infection; failure to order prescribed medication; staff inappropriately handled residents; staff screamed at residents; staff inappropriately disciplined a resident; not showering the resident; not changing the resident’s clothing; and a hole in the shower wall.
29 Aug 2024
29 Aug 2024
Reviewed allegations regarding resident injury, infections, medication management, resident treatment, and facility maintenance; found insufficient evidence to substantiate claims.
11 Jul 2024
11 Jul 2024
Found that the allegations that staff threatened eviction, refused visitors, refused activities, and withheld medications due to nonpayment were unsubstantiated.
11 Jul 2024
11 Jul 2024
Investigated allegations that staff threatened eviction, restricted visitors, denied participation in activities, and withheld medication due to non-payment; determined insufficient evidence to support these claims.
22 Mar 2024
22 Mar 2024
Found no deficiencies in safety, documentation, or resident care; however, the administrator's certification had expired prior to the visit.
22 Mar 2024
22 Mar 2024
Inspection found no deficiencies at the facility and all requirements were met.
13 Mar 2024
13 Mar 2024
Found no evidence to corroborate the allegation that staff yelled at the resident. Interviewing residents and staff and reviewing records did not support the claim.
13 Mar 2024
13 Mar 2024
Investigated an allegation that staff yelled at a resident, but found no evidence to support the claim. Interviews and reviews indicated no mistreatment or inappropriate behavior from staff.
07 Mar 2024
07 Mar 2024
Identified four specific allegations: a resident sustained a fracture while in care; the resident sustained unexplained injuries; staff did not follow the resident’s toileting plan; and staff left the resident’s rooms unsanitary. Found no evidence to support these allegations.
07 Mar 2024
07 Mar 2024
Reviewed allegations of unsanitary conditions, sustained injuries, and failure to follow a resident's toileting plan, with insufficient evidence found to prove claims. Identified that there was no preponderance of evidence to confirm any alleged violations occurred.
12 Dec 2023
12 Dec 2023
Identified two allegations: staff spoke inappropriately to a resident and leaving a resident in a soiled diaper for an extended period. Found insufficient evidence to prove either.
12 Dec 2023
12 Dec 2023
Reviewed the complaint regarding inappropriate staff behavior and leaving residents in soiled diapers, but found insufficient evidence to support the allegations.
15 Nov 2023
15 Nov 2023
Found that the allegation that staff yelled at a resident is unsubstantiated. Found unsubstantiated for the allegations that staff did not meet hygiene needs, did not clean residents’ rooms, did not provide adequate food service, and did not allow cameras in residents’ rooms.
15 Nov 2023
15 Nov 2023
Investigated complaints of staff yelling at residents, not meeting hygiene needs, inadequate food service, improper room cleaning, and camera restrictions; found insufficient evidence to substantiate these allegations.
23 Oct 2023
23 Oct 2023
Investigated the allegation that a resident was overcharged; Found the allegation unsubstantiated after interviews with management, residents, and staff and review of billing records.
23 Oct 2023
23 Oct 2023
Reviewed allegation of overcharging a resident, but insufficient evidence found to support the claim.
01 Oct 2023
01 Oct 2023
Found the home clean and well maintained, with safe living spaces, functional lighting, grab bars, non-skid showers, and hot water temperatures within the allowed range. Noted strong infection control, staff wearing masks, a 30-day PPE supply, secure storage for medications and hazardous materials, operable safety detectors, and an emergency plan posted at the entrance.
01 Oct 2023
01 Oct 2023
Confirmed compliance with licensing regulations and safety standards during inspection.
13 Sept 2023
13 Sept 2023
Investigated the allegation that staff neglect caused a pressure injury to a resident and determined there was insufficient evidence to prove the allegation.
13 Sept 2023
13 Sept 2023
Reviewed complaint alleging that staff neglect led to a resident developing a pressure injury; determined insufficient evidence to support the claim.
15 Feb 2023
15 Feb 2023
Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that a resident was mistreated by staff; most interviewed residents and staff reported respectful care, though one resident claimed discrimination based on payment rate. Noted deficiencies were cited and an exit interview was conducted.
15 Feb 2023
15 Feb 2023
Found no evidence to support the allegation of mistreatment by staff at the facility.
14 Sept 2022
14 Sept 2022
Identified safety hazards from ongoing work in the entrance area, including a ladder extending to the second floor, scraped wallpaper and paint, and debris at floor edges. Loose electrical cords with no protective safeguards were found, creating risk to residents.
14 Sept 2022
14 Sept 2022
Identified deficiencies in safety protocols during an inspection at the facility.
30 Mar 2022
30 Mar 2022
Found infection-control practices in place with screenings, sanitizing stations, and PPE stocked, and all mandated posters posted. Noted safe hot-water temperatures, secure medication storage, a clean kitchen with proper food storage, and functioning smoke/CO detectors and fire-safety equipment.
30 Mar 2022
30 Mar 2022
Confirmed compliance with infection control measures, safety protocols, emergency preparedness, and resident care standards during annual inspection.
28 Feb 2022
28 Feb 2022
Found that a staff member violated a client's personal rights, and an immediate exclusion from the premises was issued. Administrator acknowledged understanding of the exclusion order and that the excluded person was not allowed on site.
28 Feb 2022
28 Feb 2022
Confirmed violation of personal rights and issued an Immediate Exclusion order for staff involved.
02 Nov 2021
02 Nov 2021
Investigated the allegation that the resident was refused back from the hospital. Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation; the resident returned with a hi-lo bed and a Gerichair delivered the same day, and staff and family indicated acceptance.
02 Nov 2021
02 Nov 2021
Investigated an allegation of the facility refusing to accept a resident back from the hospital; found insufficient evidence to support the claim, with equipment needs covered by insurance upon the resident's return.
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13 Feb 2020
13 Feb 2020
Reviewed a complaint alleging that staff caused injury to a resident and found no sufficient evidence to support this claim, rendering the allegation unsubstantiated.
05 Feb 2020
05 Feb 2020
Reviewed complaint allegations regarding illegal eviction, medication administration, and adherence to an admission agreement; determined allegations lacked sufficient evidence for violations to be confirmed.
10 Dec 2019
10 Dec 2019
Investigated allegations of verbal abuse, bullying, and theft; found no substantial evidence to support claims, although validity acknowledged without proof.
