11701 Studebaker Road
Norwalk, CA 90650
75 beds • Est. 2016 (10 years) • Accepts Medi-Cal (ALW) • Get directions
Southland Living has recorded 7 state citations (1 serious, 6 minor) and 5 verified complaints since 2021 across 35 inspections, with the most recent inspection in February 2026. The most serious substantiated finding, from August 2021, involved a staff member handling residents in a rough manner during care; the facility conducted an internal investigation, suspended the employee, and the staff member resigned before the investigation concluded. In July 2022, an inspector observed dead cockroaches throughout the dining room and inside at least 1 resident room, including the bathroom and bathtub, despite a monthly pest control contract with Orkin. A May 2022 complaint investigation also found debris, inoperable equipment, and discarded materials stored on the facility grounds. All verified complaints and substantiated findings are concentrated in 2021 and 2022, with no substantiated findings identified in subsequent years through the most recent inspection.
Southland Living is a 75-bed facility in Norwalk that combines skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and assisted living under one roof. The assisted living wing offers private studios and suites, chef-prepared meals, a personal emergency response system, and 24-hour caregiver and medication technician coverage.
The facility participates in the Assisted Living Waiver program, accepting Medi-Cal for eligible residents.
Skilled nursing and rehab on-site
Having skilled nursing and rehabilitation services in the same building as assisted living means residents can receive short-term rehab after a hospital stay without transferring to a separate facility. That continuity matters during recovery.
Accepts Medi-Cal through the ALW program
Participates in the Assisted Living Waiver, which can significantly offset costs for eligible residents. If affordability is a primary concern, this is worth exploring early in your search.
24-hour medication technician coverage
The website specifically mentions dedicated medication technicians — not just general caregivers handling meds on the side. This is a meaningful distinction for residents with complex medication regimens.
Chapel and chaplaincy services
On-site religious services and chaplaincy support are available. For residents where faith and spiritual life are important, this eliminates the need for outside transportation to attend services.
Dual identity may create confusion
Southland operates as both a skilled nursing facility and an assisted living community. The cultures of these two care types are very different. Visit to confirm that the assisted living wing feels residential, not clinical.
10 years licensed — mid-range track record
Licensed since 2016, this is neither brand-new nor deeply established. Ask about staff retention and how the assisted living program has evolved since opening.
Norwalk is a value-oriented market
Located in southeast LA County, Norwalk offers more affordable senior living than Westside or Pasadena communities, but with fewer nearby cultural amenities. Consider proximity to family when evaluating the location.
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11701 Studebaker Road, Norwalk, CA 90650
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