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SOLHEIM SENIOR COMMUNITY

2236 MERTON AVE., LOS ANGELES, CA 90041
Score: 64 / 100

With a score of 64 out of 100, Solheim Senior Community earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of California nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Los Angeles location.

Solheim Senior Community provides above-average staffing with 4.53 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 38 deficiencies at Solheim Senior Community. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 15 / 25 pts
3 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.53 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.45 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.34 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.73 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.12 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.27 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

38
Total Deficiencies
Dec 17, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 38 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Dec 17, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity E
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Dec 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity E
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Dec 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity E
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    Dec 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 7.9% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 5.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 14.1% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 1.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.6% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 9.0% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 13.5% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 64 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Other
Certified Beds
76
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 17, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
15