Total health inspections
29
California average 12.5
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Kennedy Care Center
Nursing Home
Kennedy Care Center
Nursing Home
Overview of Kennedy Care Center
Enjoy a worry-free retirement at Kennedy Care Center, an exceptional community in Los Angeles, CA, offering nursing care and rehabilitation. The community strives to meet residents’ health care needs, providing top-notch care around the clock. Residents enjoy a hassle-free living with a kind and highly trained team helping with their chores and maintenance.
A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delightful and well-balanced dining options are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. This Medicare-certified community is a good option for those needing top-notch care, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.
Andrew Hyder serves as the Administrator at Kennedy Care Center, leading the community with a focus on providing experienced and compassionate care to residents. He is dedicated to helping families navigate important decisions regarding health and care.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
97
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
87.1%
Residents per day (avg)
84
Occupancy rate
87.1%
Residents per day (avg)
84
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
3 months
Private pay
62% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$17.1M
Profit
$1.8M
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$17,133,588.00
Profit
$1,818,970.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$15.3M
Walk Score: 96 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
55977
Awards:
4-Star Quality Measures Medicare Rating
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
About Us, What We Do, Meet the Team, New Patient FAQs, Photos, Careers, Contact Us, Map and Directions, Send a Greeting, Online Bill Pay, Directions
Operating Hours
Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Shared Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
On-site Medical Care and Health Services
Types of Care at Kennedy Care Center
Nursing Home
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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-20%
-14%
-38%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Los Angeles (Culver - West)
91
No
A+
88
CULVER WEST HEALTH CENTER LLC
52.7%
$11,542,688.00
$5,428,917.00
47%
76.00
3.6224
1
59
1
-20%-14%-38%Shared Rooms
Kennedy Care Center
-44%
-21%
+3%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Los Angeles (Melrose)
97
No
A+
96
RAHBAN, ALFRED
87.1%
$17,129,329.00
$7,153,078.00
41.8%
84.00
3.3284
1
103
1
-44%-21%+3%Shared Rooms
Avalon Villa Care Center
+53%
+1%
+6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
131
No
-
60
-
90.1%
$16,410,129.00
$7,535,673.00
45.9%
117.70
4.2794
2
110
3
+53%+1%+6%Shared Rooms
Sharon Care Center
-5%
-11%
+3%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Los Angeles (Central LA)
86
No
-
95
SUMMIT CARE LLC
87.2%
$14,491,603.00
$5,665,173.00
39.1%
77.80
3.7417
1
111
5
-5%-11%+3%Shared Rooms
Alta Vista Gardens
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
CA 90046
70
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Shared Rooms
Culver West Health Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Los Angeles (Culver - West)
Bed Count:
91
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CULVER WEST HEALTH CENTER LLC
CCN:
55350
Occupancy:
52.7%
Home Revenue:
$11,542,688.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,428,917.00
Payroll %:
47%
Avg Residents/Day:
76.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6224
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
59
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-20%
-20%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-14%
-14%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-38%
-38%
Bed Options:
Shared Rooms
Kennedy Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Los Angeles (Melrose)
Bed Count:
97
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
RAHBAN, ALFRED
CCN:
55977
Occupancy:
87.1%
Home Revenue:
$17,129,329.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,153,078.00
Payroll %:
41.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
84.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.3284
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
103
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-44%
-44%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Bed Options:
Shared Rooms
Avalon Villa Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
Bed Count:
131
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
56023
Occupancy:
90.1%
Home Revenue:
$16,410,129.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,535,673.00
Payroll %:
45.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
117.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2794
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
110
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+53%
+53%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Bed Options:
Shared Rooms
Sharon Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Los Angeles (Central LA)
Bed Count:
86
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SUMMIT CARE LLC
CCN:
55755
Occupancy:
87.2%
Home Revenue:
$14,491,603.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,665,173.00
Payroll %:
39.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
77.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7417
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
111
Severe Citations:
5
RN share vs State Avg:
-5%
-5%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%
Bed Options:
Shared Rooms
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
252
Total Staff
121
Employees
131
Contractors
38,765
Total Hours (Quarter)
57
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 8.5 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 90 | 7.5 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 102 | 7.7 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
210 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
32 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
1 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
3.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
5.6%
of total hours from contractors
2,170 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 55
Licensed Practical Nurse: 66
Registered Nurse: 10
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 55 | 102 | 19,448 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 66 | 90 | 7,646 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,948 | 78 | 86% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1,453 | 81 | 89% | 6.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 2 | 10 | 12 | 1,397 | 90 | 99% | 8.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,237 | 76 | 84% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,098 | 80 | 88% | 6.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,024 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,001 | 84 | 92% | 6.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 65 | 71% | 7.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 401 | 64 | 70% | 6.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 70 | 17 | 19% | 4.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 27 | 8 | 9% | 3.3 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
103
Citations per inspection
3.55
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
48 of 103 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 55 of 103 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
1
1
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 1
0 critical citations
1 serious citation
99 moderate citations
3 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Sep 12, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 12, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Sep 12, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Sep 12, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
84
Total Residents
Medicare
24
(28.6%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
60
(71.4%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.6
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.6
30% better than California averageCalifornia average: 6.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
6.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
6.4
43% better than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
10.0%
10% better than California averageCalifornia average: 11.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
5.8%
52% better than California averageCalifornia average: 12.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
3.5%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
3.5%
69% better than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.4%
79% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.4%
52% better than California averageCalifornia average: 5.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.6%
9% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 4.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
52.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
52.3%
682% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 6.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
7.2%
28% better than California averageCalifornia average: 10.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.7%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 98.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 98.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.07
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.07
8% better than California averageCalifornia average: 2.25
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.36
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.36
14% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.59
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.5%
5% better than California averageCalifornia average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
54% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.3%
7% better than California averageCalifornia average: 93.2%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
22.7%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 23.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
11.2%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 11.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
46.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
46.8%
13% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
42.2%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
42.2%
16% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$59K
8% higher than California averageCalifornia average: $55K
Number of fines
1
58% fewer fines than California averageCalifornia average: 2.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
102% more payment denials than California averageCalifornia average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$59K
California average
$55K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 20, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 20, 2025
$59K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Mar 20, 2025
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Mar 20, 2025
35 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Kennedy Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
87.1%
↑ 4.6pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1,818,970
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$8,411,632
↑ ~$5.5M vs 2022
Profit Margin
10.6%
↓ 3.1pp vs 2022
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