Cherry Blossoms Eldercare
State licensed1416 Fern Ave, Torrance, CA 90503
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Golden Care Living III
Torrance, CaliforniaState inspected Aug 31, 2026, 24 citations since 2022
About Golden Care Living III
Golden Care Living III provides compassionate assisted living for seniors in Torrance, California, where experienced staff support daily activities and personal care needs. Our community emphasizes dignity, independence, and meaningful connections among residents who value quality care close to home.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#198320024, Licensed
Location
Torrance, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
1308 Hickory Ave, Torrance, California 90503
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Golden Care Living III. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Golden Care Living III on August 31, 2026.
Since February 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 11 complaint visits and 9 other visits.
Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 23 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
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 9 complaints, and found 6 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Aug 31, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
1
Type B citations
23
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 11 | 0 | 6 |
| Other visits | 9 | 1 | 17 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jul 11, 2025, Aug 9, 2024, Sep 1, 2023, Dec 7, 2022.
Complaints
- July 2, 20251 unsubstantiated
- May 7, 20251 unsubstantiated
- April 18, 20251 unsubstantiated
- April 3, 20252 unsubstantiated
- October 30, 20241 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- October 30, 20242 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
- July 2, 20242 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
- January 6, 20241 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- February 1, 20221 unsubstantiated
- 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
- 198320024
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- August 15, 2019
- Licensee
- Golden Care Living, Inc.
- Administrator
- Gradney, Angelique
Location
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1308 Hickory AveTorrance, CA 90503
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Golden Care Living III had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Golden Care Living III 1 Type A citation and 23 Type B citations since February 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Golden Care Living III last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on August 31, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Golden Care Living III?+
The state investigated 9 complaints since February 2022. Of the allegations, 6 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 8 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.