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South Bay Memory Care

19318 Flavian Ave

Torrance, CA 90503

6 beds • Est. 2019 (6 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.7 Excellent

A strong track record. 2 older citations are on file but nothing in the last 2 years and no substantiated complaints. Last inspected in November 2025.


Why we like it

South Bay Memory Care is a 6-bed residential care facility in Torrance, licensed since late 2019. Despite the name suggesting memory care specialization, details about specific memory care programming are limited.

The small size ensures a high staff-to-resident ratio and a quiet, residential setting in the South Bay area.

  • Excellent safety record

    The FYI Safety Score™ is 9.7 out of 10 (Excellent), based on state inspection data. No substantiated complaints and minimal citations over the review period — a strong indicator of consistent, reliable care.

  • Intimate 6-bed setting

    With only 6 residents, this is a true board-and-care home. Staff can provide highly personalized attention, learn each resident's preferences, and respond quickly to changing needs — the kind of care that gets lost in larger facilities.

  • Six years of stable operation

    Licensed since November 2019, this facility has operated through the pandemic and beyond. Six years of continuous operation with an excellent safety record suggests competent, stable management.

  • Limited information about care programs

    Despite the name including 'Memory Care,' specific details about memory care programming, staff training, or specialized approaches aren't readily available. Ask directly about dementia-specific training, structured activities, and what differentiates their memory care from general assisted living.

  • Small means fewer social opportunities

    Six residents means a very small peer group. If your loved one is social and enjoys variety in their daily interactions, the limited number of fellow residents could feel isolating. Visit during activity time to see how engaged residents are.


Pricing

Assisted Living

1 Bedroom$5,125/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

19318 Flavian Ave, Torrance, CA 90503

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Medication Management
Memory Care Program

Frequently asked questions

How safe is South Bay Memory Care?
South Bay Memory Care has a FYI Safety Score of 9.7 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 2 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 5 inspections.
How much does South Bay Memory Care cost?
South Bay Memory Care starts at $5,125 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does South Bay Memory Care offer memory care?
South Bay Memory Care does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does South Bay Memory Care accept Medi-Cal?
South Bay Memory Care is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was South Bay Memory Care last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to South Bay Memory Care was on 2025-11-14. The facility has received 5 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does South Bay Memory Care have?
South Bay Memory Care has 2 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2021 across 5 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.7 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has South Bay Memory Care been in operation?
South Bay Memory Care has been licensed for 6 years in Torrance, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
198320031
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
November 22, 2019 (6 years)
Licensee
South Bay Memory Care Inc
Administrator
Spiglanin, Lauren
Phone
(310) 383-1877
Address
19318 Flavian Ave, Torrance, CA 90503

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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