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Villa Sorrento – Torrance
Exterior view of Villa Sorrento assisted living facility Exterior sign of Villa Sorrento Assisted Living Cozy private resident room with furniture and decor A gazebo in a landscaped garden with blooming flowers

Villa Sorrento – Torrance

23450 Madison St, Torrance, CA 90505 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Villa Sorrento – Torrance

Serving the neighborhood of Torrance, CA, Villa Sorrento – Torrance is a premiere senior living community, offering assisted living services to seniors who could benefit from extra care and support while maintaining their independence. Residents here are offered a choice of spacious floor plans with extensive outside views, generous outside balcony and patio space, individual kitchenettes and roomy walk-in closets for added convenience. The community provides each resident with a customized care plan, which may include assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and other conveniences residents’ may need.

A full-time activity director is available to provide residents with a dynamic array of planned activities, events, and programs to provide them the opportunities they need to stay active and engaged. Nutritious and delicious meals are offered three times a day, along with nourishing snacks for residents’ daily sustenance. Convenient services, such as housekeeping and laundry are also offered to give residents a carefree lifestyle.

Facility Direct Line (310) 539-6826
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Bed community size
145-bed community Rank #388 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 388th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
37 years in operation Rank #55 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 66 / 100 Rank #855 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 855th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
75%
Rank #822 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 822nd out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
109 / 145
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMay 2, 1989
CountyLos Angeles

Ownership & Operating Entity

Villa Sorrento – Torrance is legally operated by Madison Retirement Facility, Inc., and administered by Carla Chan.

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data 1 citation 17 total visits 10 complaint visits 5 official inspections 10 complaint investigations
Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.

8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #461 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 461st out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. Inspection score: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (6% above)
• Official inspections (25% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Complaint investigations (at CA avg) 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (88% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Complaint visits (23% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
Latest Inspection May 8, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 110 This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2020. 0.21.7 This facility has 88% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 1.7).↓ 88% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1716 This facility has 6% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 6% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 1013 This facility has 23% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 23% better Rank #850 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 850th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 1010 This facility has complaint investigations in line with the California average (10 vs. CA avg 10).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on May 8, 2025 found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with infection control, medication administration, and physical plant standards.
  • Multiple complaint investigations from 2023 through early 2025 were unsubstantiated, including allegations about overcharging residents, cluttered rooms, and improper medication administration.
  • A March 5, 2021 complaint investigation substantiated a roach infestation, citing failure to maintain cleanliness and safety, but no similar findings have recurred since then.
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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Torrance's city center to Villa Sorrento – Torrance's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.27 miles to nearest hospital (Torrance Memorial Medical Center)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Villa Sorrento – Torrance
AL
Torrance (Walteria)
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 103
Rank #388 / 1657
No
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 57
Rank #855 / 2092
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1401
5
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #850 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
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37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #55 / 1487
75.2%
Facility 75.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
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AL
MC
Torrance
126
Facility 126
CA AVG 103
Rank #520 / 1657
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 57
Rank #768 / 2092
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 81
Rank #853 / 1401
4
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #995 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1100 / 1487
61.9%
Facility 61.9%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1072 / 1368
Oakmont Snr Lvg Of Torrance Opco;Oakmont Mgt GrpStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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AL
MC
Redondo Beach (South Redondo)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
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No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
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85
Facility 85
CA AVG 81
Rank #688 / 1401
5
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #953 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
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77.5%
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CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #649 / 1368
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Ivy Park at Palos Verdes
AL
MC
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115
Facility 115
CA AVG 103
Rank #616 / 1657
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 57
Rank #1050 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
1
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1391 / 1487
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
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AL
IL
Torrance (Del Amo Crossing)
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 103
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Yes
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 57
Rank #2070 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
1
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1391 / 1487
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CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1195 / 1368
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Villa Sorrento – Torrance is located in Torrance, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Sorrento – Torrance

What neighborhood is Villa Sorrento – Torrance in?

Villa Sorrento – Torrance is in the Walteria neighborhood of Torrance.

Who is the owner of Villa Sorrento – Torrance?

The legal owner and operator of Villa Sorrento – Torrance is Madison Retirement Facility, Inc..

Is Villa Sorrento – Torrance in a walkable area?

Villa Sorrento – Torrance has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Villa Sorrento – Torrance?

Villa Sorrento – Torrance's occupancy is 75%.

Who is the administrator of Villa Sorrento – Torrance?

Carla Chan is the administrator of Villa Sorrento – Torrance.

How many beds does Villa Sorrento – Torrance have?

Villa Sorrento – Torrance has 145 beds.

Has Villa Sorrento – Torrance had any recent citations?

Villa Sorrento – Torrance has had 1 recently reported citation.

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