Occupancy rate
83%
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Villa Christa
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Torrance, CA
Villa Christa
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Torrance, CA
Villa Christa is the central location of the Tiara Christa Villas group of communities. Experience the warmth and comfort of Villa Christa, a Residential Care Facility for The Elderly located in the heart of Torrance, CA. With a capacity for six residents, they provide personalized care and support, including hospice care if needed. Their dedicated staff brings years of experience in elderly care, assisting with daily activities and ensuring medication management according to prescribed schedules.
This community prioritizes the well-being of its residents by offering customized diets to accommodate various needs and serving three freshly prepared meals daily, along with snacks and ample hydration to promote optimal health. Explore the convenience of this central location, close to parks, restaurants, and hospitals, while enjoying a nurturing environment at Villa Christa.
Types of Care at Villa Christa
Assisted Living
Memory Care
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
22 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 73 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
5 / 6
Average residents per home in California
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceJune 17, 2003
CountyLos Angeles
Villa Christa is legally operated by Tiarachrista, Inc., and administrated by Arlene Feliciano.
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 2021 · 5 years of data
2 citations
8 total visits
3 complaint visits
5 official inspections
1 complaint investigation
Inspection Scorecard
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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above) 9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per year (80% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)
• Official inspections (25% above) 9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (50% below)
• Citations per year (80% below)
• Citations per inspection (91% below)
• Total visits (50% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)
Latest Inspection
May 30, 2025
Annual Inspection
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 0.4 | 2 | This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 80% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.3 | 3.3 | This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 8 | 16 | This facility has 50% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 50% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 3 | 13 | This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 1 | 10 | This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with only one deficiency cited in June 14, 2024, for a resident with dementia lacking a current medical and appraisal assessment. The most recent inspection on May 30, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with infection control, safety, medication management, and facility maintenance. A substantiated complaint investigation on June 20, 2023, flagged a failure to provide a required refund for pre-admission fees due to incomplete admissions agreement policies.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
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16.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Torrance's city center to Villa Christa's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.94 miles to nearest hospital (Harbor-UCLA Medical Center)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Christa
What neighborhood is Villa Christa in?
Villa Christa is in the Bridgedale neighborhood of Torrance.
Who is the owner of Villa Christa?
The legal owner and operator of Villa Christa is Tiarachrista, Inc..
Is Villa Christa in a walkable area?
Villa Christa has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the occupancy rate at Villa Christa?
Villa Christa's occupancy is 83%.
Who is the administrator of Villa Christa?
Arlene Feliciano is the administrator of Villa Christa.
How many beds does Villa Christa have?
Villa Christa has 6 beds.
Has Villa Christa had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Villa Christa has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
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