Sunrise Of Hermosa Beach

1837 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

Assisted LivingMemory Care

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About Sunrise Of Hermosa Beach

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Sunrise Of Hermosa Beach in Hermosa Beach, California provides assisted living and memory care for a community...

License #

198602887

Status

Licensed

Licensed Capacity

142 beds

Licensed Since

Apr 2018

AI Summary

Sunrise Of Hermosa Beach has 1 Type A finding and 6 Type B findings across 8.3 years of operation, with the Type A finding and all 5 substantiated allegations concentrated in the past three years rather than spread evenly over its history.

Track record — Over 8.3 years, the community has accumulated 1 Type A finding (the state's most severe class, tied to resident safety or care) and 6 Type B findings (administrative issues like paperwork or posting gaps), which is a modest but not negligible record for a 142-bed community.
Recent 3 years — Nearly all activity is recent: the sole Type A finding and 4 of the 6 Type B findings occurred within the past three years, alongside a cluster of complaint investigations in late 2025 and early 2026, indicating the current period deserves closer attention rather than the full 8-year span.
Complaints — Complaint investigations (10) outnumber routine inspections (5) over the licensed period, and 5 of the 10 investigated allegations were substantiated (about 50%), a notably high substantiation rate worth discussing directly.
Operating tenure — More than 8 years of licensed operation gives a reasonable base of inspection cycles to judge the record by, and the recent uptick in findings and complaints stands out against that longer baseline rather than being explained away by limited history.

Ask the community

1.Can you walk through what was cited in the Type A finding and what corrective steps were taken and verified by the state?
2.Of the 5 substantiated allegations, which categories did they fall into, and what changes were made in response?
3.Given the cluster of complaint investigations in late 2025 and early 2026, what is driving the recent increase and how is it being addressed going forward?

Inspections

Total inspections5

Most recentMay 2026

Type A citations (most severe class)1

Type B citations (administrative)6

Complaints

Investigations completed10

Allegations substantiated5

Type A citations (most severe class)1

Type B citations (administrative)6

Date	Type	Report
May 5, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
May 1, 2026	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jan 15, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Dec 19, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Nov 20, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
May 21, 2025	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Apr 18, 2024	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Nov 2, 2023	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Apr 12, 2023	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Mar 22, 2023	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Sep 11, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Apr 19, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Nov 2, 2021	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Aug 6, 2021	Complaint Investigation	PDF

View full record on CDSS website

Pricing

Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.

Studios$9,150/mo

Shared Rooms$11,248/mo

Private Rooms$13,406/mo

Activities & Events

Reviews

Online Reputation

4.2Average Rating

Averaged from 108 reviews published on other websites

Staff warmth, attentive care, and a vibrant activities calendar stand out, but families should ask about dining consistency, billing accuracy, and staffing during meal times.

What reviewers praise

Staff & care — Across many years of reviews, families and residents consistently describe the staff as warm, attentive, patient, and genuinely invested in residents' well-being, especially with dementia and memory care needs.
Activities — Reviewers repeatedly highlight a lively activities calendar, including music, outings to the beach, and programs like the Reminiscence memory program, that keep residents engaged.
Atmosphere & grounds — The community is frequently praised for its beautiful, resort-like setting, ocean views, and spotless, well-maintained grounds.
Communication — Several families note that staff and directors provide thoughtful updates and are accessible, especially valuable for relatives living far away.

Worth asking about

Dining — Multiple reviews describe inconsistent dining experiences, including overcooked or dry food, unavailable menu items, and slow meal service tied to staffing shortages, so families should ask how dining operations have been improved.
Financial transparency — Some residents report significant difficulty resolving billing errors and refunds through the offsite corporate accounting department, so it's worth clarifying how billing disputes are now handled.
Staff & care — A few reviews mention staff feeling overwhelmed or understaffed at times, particularly during meal service, so families should ask about current staffing ratios and turnover.
Value & pricing — Reviewers consistently note the community is expensive, so families should confirm how costs scale with higher levels of care and medication management fees.

The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.

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Care Services

Medication management

24-hour supervision

Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance

Diabetes / insulin management

Incontinence care

Non-ambulatory care

Bathing & dressing assistance

Wheelchair accessible

Mobility assistance

Hospice agency partnership

Respite / Short-term care

Dementia care

Cognitive learning center

Dementia-certified staff

What This Community Offers

Furnished units

Emergency call system

Private bathroom

Cable TV

Kitchenette

Air conditioning

Wi-Fi / Internet

Fitness center / Gym

Spa services

Game room / Billiards

Movie theater / Media room

Activity room

Art studio / Craft room

Library / Reading room

Housekeeping Included

Laundry service / Dry cleaning

Pet Friendly

Beauty salon / Barber

Fireplace / Common fireplace

Piano / Music room

Café / Bistro

Walking paths

Garden / Courtyard

Outdoor common space

BBQ / Grill area

Patio seating areas

Raised garden beds

Room service

All-day / Flexible meal times

Accommodates special diets

Altered-texture food options

Restaurant-style dining

Professional chef

Vegetarian/Vegan Options

Private Dining Room

International cuisine

Scheduled transportation

Personal Vehicle Parking

Family support services

Guest meals available

Move-in coordination

Concierge services

Grocery shopping & errands

Meet the Team

Languages Spoken

EnglishSpanishTagalog (Filipino)FrenchJapaneseItalianMandarinFarsi (Persian)GermanPortuguese

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About Sunrise Of Hermosa Beach

State Licensing & Compliance

Pricing

Activities & Events

Reviews

Online Reputation

Care Services

Daily Care Services

Specialized Care

Memory Care

What This Community Offers

Amenities

Outdoor Spaces

Dining Options

Transportation

Family & Visitors

Community Services

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