When are the visiting hours?
We always welcome visitors and we recommend visiting between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. If you have a special circumstance, please speak with the charge nurse on duty so alternate visiting hours may be arranged.

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Is there a limit to the number of people who can visit at one time?
Although we do not have a formal policy stating visitation guidelines, we suggest using the common areas of the facility to meet with your loved one. If it is not possible to visit in one of the common areas, we suggest a limit of one to three people in a resident room at one time.

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Is there any private space available to use?
You may reserve  the family room for any special event (birthday, holidays, meals) in advance with Social Services or Activities staff.

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Can I bring my children to visit?
We encourage children to visit, however, we ask you to alert the charge nurse to anyone visiting the facility under the age 12.

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Can I bring a family pet to the facility?
We would love for your family pet to come visit. Please remember to clean up after them and take the proper safety measures at all times. All pets should also be kept on a leash.

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How often will a physician or health professional visit?
Physicians see residents within 72 hours of admission and the minimum requirement thereafter is every thirty days. However, residents here for rehabilitation under medicare can be seen more often when medically justified. Also, some physicians utilize nurse practitioners who make visits on a more frequent basis. When inquiring you may ask us for a list of physicians that see residents at our facility.

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Can I take my loved one home for a visit?
Patients may have a leave of absence only with MD authorization, which can be arranged through nursing staff.  The resident or responsible party upon arrival and departure must sign the LOA (leave of absence) book, located at the nursing stations.

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Can my loved one receive mail?
Definitely. Mail is delivered to patients personally on a daily basis except for weekends and holidays.
LOMITA CARE CENTER 
Attn:                    Room No.      
1955 W. LOMITA BLVD.
LOMITA,  CA  90717            

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Is smoking permitted in the facility?
For the safety and welfare of all patients and staff, Lomita Care Center is a non-smoking facility.  Smoking is only permitted in a designated area outside the building.  Resident who wish to smoke must be supervised and use a fire proof gown. 

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My loved one has a favorite chair that I’d like to bring to the facility. Can you accommodate this?
We always want our patients to be comfortable; if space permits, small personal items from the resident’s home are always welcome.

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Will I be required to do my loved ones laundry?
Bed linens, hospital gowns and towels are provided and laundered by the facility. If you would prefer to do laundry for your loved one, please inform the charge nurse/social services designee.

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Is there someone who provides haircuts?
We have a beautician available Mondays  from 8 am to 4 pm. Please contact Social Services to set up an appointment. Payment for all services is made in advance or at the Beauty Shop during appointment.

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Where should I park when I come to visit?
Free parking is available on Lomita Blvd. if the parking lot is full.  Please observe all posted city parking signs.  Avoid parking in spaces specifically reserved for the handicapped or physicians.

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Can I bring in my loved ones favorite food?
Consistent with the provision of special diets, always consult with the nursing staff before bringing food to patients. Any food kept in the resident room must be in properly sealed containers.

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What articles of clothing should I bring?
We recommend approximately five changes of clothing and a pair of comfortable rubber-soled shoes. All articles should be washed, clearly labeled with resident’s name in permanent ink and entered into the patients’ personal inventory log in the medical chart. Other personal items should be marked or engraved for identification. We advise that patients do not keep valuable jewelry or large amounts of cash in the facility.

Personal Laundry:  There is no charge for personal laundry, however families may wish to do their loved ones laundry but must bring in a plastic hamper for dirty clothes and ensure laundry is done at least once a week in order to comply with state hygiene regulations.

Clothing and Laundry Tips:  All personal clothing is washed in an industrial washing machine at a temperature of 180-degrees. Make sure your loved ones clothing is appropriate for washing and drying in these hot temperatures. Clothing that requires cold or warm water or special care is subject to damage and fading. All clothing must be labeled. Please label the clothing with the resident, NOT the room number or initials. Mark clearly and in large letters on the inside neckline or waistband. All items must be marked including socks, shoes, and other personal items.

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Will my loved one have telephone access?
Every bed has a dedicated phone jack in the room. The facility will provide a phone for a nominal one time charge, which will have a separate phone number to receive and make calls direct.

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Will my loved ones room have a television?
All of the room already have free cable hookups in them and if you would like to bring in your own television from home, please consult with our maintenance director to ensure proper placement according to county fire codes.

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What kinds of activities are planned for the patients?
Lomita Care Center has a vibrant atmosphere with dynamic, individualized activities that match the capabilities and needs of patients and their guests. We also have an active resident council and volunteer programs. Scheduled activities include: music, fitness activities, church services, outside entertainment, games, gardening, field trips/outings and volunteer involvement. If you would like to arrange something special or have suggestions and ideas for individual or group activities, please inform our activities director. We welcome and encourage involvement from family and friends.

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Can the rules be changed?
Suggestions and recommendations for changes in the facility rules may be submitted in person or in writing to Lomita Care Center  administration.

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How often will the Rehabilitation staff work with my loved one?
Rehab services are normally provided five days a week, Monday thru Friday.  (Sometimes treatments missed during the week will be done on the weekend.)

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Will Medicare Part A cover my stay in the facility?
Patients must have a Medicare card that reads ³Hospital Insurance.² They must also be admitted to the facility with a physician order within 30 days of a three consecutive night hospital stay. Generally, during the first 20 days of care, Medicare will pay 100%. For days 21-100, a $133.50 daily co-insurance rate is required. Medicare does not cover skilled nursing fees over 100 days.

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