F 0790
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure one of three sampled residents
(Resident 1) was seen by an oral surgeon (Dental specialist that performs surgery on mouth jaw and
face).This deficient practice had the potential for Resident 1 to have gum disease, tooth loss and an overall
poor quality of life.Findings:During a review of Resident 1's admission Record (Face sheet) dated 11/20/
2025, the face sheet indicated that Resident 1was admitted on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with the
diagnosis including Bechet's disease (autoimmune disease-causing inflammation of blood vessels),
depression ( a mood disorder affecting how a person thinks, feels and acts) and dementia (a progressive
state of decline in mental abilities).During a review of Resident 1's History & Physical (H&P) dated
1/17/2025, the H&P indicated, Resident 1 was alert and oriented.During a review of Resident 1's Minimum
Data Set (MDS - a federally mandated resident assessment tool), dated 10/17/2025, the MDS indicated
Resident 1's cognition was intact. The MDS also indicated Resident 1needs substantial/maximal assistance
(helper who does most of the work) with activities of daily living (ADL's- activities such as bathing, dressing,
and toileting a person performs daily).During a review of Resident 1's Dental Progress Note dated
7/1/2025, the Dental Progress Note indicated Resident 1's treatment recommendations, were to follow-up
with an oral surgeon for referral for scaling and root planing (SRP-deep cleaning procedure for gum
disease).During a concurrent observation and interview on 11/20/2025 at 8:30 a.m. with Resident 1 in
Resident 1's room. Resident 1's teeth showed signs of decay (rot from bacteria). Resident 1 stated he
would like to see a dentist.During an interview on 11/20/2025 at 11:43 a.m. with the Social Services
Director (SSD), the SSD stated she was made aware by Resident 1's sister that Resident 1 needed to see
an oral surgeon. The SSD stated Resident 1 did have a recommendation to see an oral surgeon on
7/1/2025. The SSD stated the dentist recommendation should have been done right away. The SSD stated
the facility failed Resident 1.During an interview on 11/20/2025 at 3:49 p.m. with the Administrator (ADM),
The ADM stated she expects the staff to follow up on the dentist's recommendations within 72 hours after
receiving the recommendation. The ADM stated there was a delay in care for Resident 1.During a review of
the facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P) titled Appointments the P&P indicated that this policy and
procedure document outlines the support a facility provides to residents in accessing specialty healthcare
services to enhance their health and wellbeing. The P&P indicated the facility will help residents contact
specialty providers as needed, based on health recommendations. The P&P indicated the facility will assist
in scheduling appointments and arranging necessary transportation for residents to ensure they can attend
their appointments.
Residents Affected - Few
Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that other
safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER
REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
TITLE
(X6) DATE
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Facility ID:
If continuation sheet
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Event ID:
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Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/20/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0806
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies,
intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on
observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure food preferences were honored for one
of three sampled residents, (Resident1).This deficient practice violated Resident 1's rights and had the
potential for malnutrition and weight loss.Findings:During a review of Resident 1's admission Record (Face
sheet) dated 11/20/25, the face sheet indicated that Resident 1was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and
readmitted on [DATE]with the diagnosis including Bechet's disease (autoimmune disease-causing
inflammation of blood vessels), depression ( a mood disorder affecting how a person thinks, feels and acts)
and dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities).During a review of Resident 1's History &
Physical (H&P) dated 1/17/2025, the H&P indicated, Resident 1 alert and oriented.During a review of
Resident 1's Minimum Data Set (MDS - a federally mandated resident assessment tool), dated 10/17/2025,
the MDS indicated Resident 1's cognition was intact. The MDS also indicated Resident 1needs
substantial/maximal assistance (helper does most of the work) with activities of daily living (ADL's- activities
such as bathing, dressing, and toileting a person performs daily).During a review of Resident 1's Dietary
assessment dated [DATE] the Dietary Assessment indicated that Resident 1's food dislikes were cranberry
juice, alfredo sauce, broccoli, bell peppers, eggs, fish, tuna, greens, macaroni and cheese, mashed
potatoes, hot cereal, peas, salad dressing and spinach.During a review of Resident 1's Dietary Meal Ticket
dated 11/20/2025, the meal ticket indicated Resident 1 had no food dislikes.During a telephone interview
on 11/20/2025 at 9:46 a.m. with Resident 1's representative, Resident 1's representative stated Resident 1
is a very picky eater and if he does not like the food, he will not eat it.During an observation on 11/20/2025
at 12:19 p.m. in the dining room, Resident 1's food tray was observed having cranberry juice, chicken
stroganoff, and broccoli.During a concurrent interview and record review on 11/20/2025 at 2:31 p.m. with
the Dietary Supervisor (DS), Resident 1's Dietary assessment dated [DATE] was reviewed. The DS stated
once the resident's food dislikes are entered into the computer, the system then selects the food the
residents can eat. The DS stated he had entered Resident 1's food dislikes wrong into the computer system
and that's why Resident 1 had received cranberry juice, chicken stroganoff and broccoli on his lunch tray on
11/20/2025. The DS stated Resident 1 should not have received those foods because they were all foods
Resident 1 disliked. The DS stated the facility does not put the resident's food dislikes on their meal tickets
and that he felt the residents' food dislikes should be put on their meal ticket, so the staff will know what the
resident does not like to eat. The DS stated when residents are not served food, they like to eat there is a
potential for the residents to have weight loss.During an interview on 11/20/2025 at 3:29 p.m. with the
Director of Nursing (DON), the DON stated that she agreed the resident's food dislikes should be put on the
resident's meal ticket because the residents will be served foods they don't like to eat, if staff are not aware.
The DON stated it is the residents right to be served foods they like to eat. The DON stated they did not
honor Resident 1's food preferences.During an interview on 11/20/2025 at 3:45 p.m. with the Administrator
(ADM), the ADM stated the resident's food preferences must be honored and it is the residents' right to be
served the foods they like to eat. The ADM stated that not having the residents' food dislikes on their meal
ticket, there is a possibility that the residents would be served foods they don't like to eat.During a review of
the facility's Policy and Procedure (P&P), titled Resident Food Preferences, the P&P indicated, the Dietary
Manager will complete a Dietary Profile for residents to reflect current food preferences and nutritional
needs upon admission, readmission, quarterly, annually or as needed.The P&P indicated the Dietary
Department will
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
055032
If continuation sheet
Page 2 of 3
Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
055032
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
11/20/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
The Earlwood
20820 Earl Street
Torrance, CA 90503
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0806
provide residents with meals consistent with their preferences, as indicated on their tray card and if the
preferred item is not available, a suitable substitute should be provided.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Few
FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
055032
If continuation sheet
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