Brent Wood Villa
State licensed17004 Atkinson Avenue, Torrance, CA 90504
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Atkinson Care Home
Torrance, CaliforniaState inspected Nov 20, 2025, 3 citations since 2021
About Atkinson Care Home
Atkinson Care Home provides personalized assisted living for seniors in Torrance, California who want to maintain their independence with professional support nearby. Our compassionate team helps residents with daily activities while respecting their preferences and routines.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#198204012, Licensed
Location
Torrance, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
17035 Atkinson Avenue, Torrance, California 90504
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Atkinson Care Home. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Atkinson Care Home on November 20, 2025.
Since November 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 2 complaint visits and 1 other visit.
Inspectors issued 3 Type B citations. A Type B citation means a potential risk if not corrected.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 2 complaints, and found 2 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Nov 20, 2025
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
3
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Other visits | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Nov 20, 2025, Dec 3, 2024, Oct 21, 2023, Nov 29, 2022, Nov 23, 2021.
Complaints
- June 13, 20221 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- June 13, 20221 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 198204012
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- November 19, 2003
- Licensee
- Teresita Castaneda & Muqeet D. Dadabhoy
- Administrator
- Muqeet D. Dadabhoy
Location
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17035 Atkinson AvenueTorrance, CA 90504
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Atkinson Care Home had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Atkinson Care Home 0 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations since November 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Atkinson Care Home last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on November 20, 2025. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Atkinson Care Home?+
The state investigated 2 complaints since November 2021. Of the allegations, 2 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 0 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.