Little Sisters Of The Poor in San Pedro operates as a skilled nursing facility. Residents have access to 24-hour licensed nursing staff who monitor vital signs, manage medications, provide wound care, and coordinate with physicians for ongoing treatment plans. On-site rehabilitative therapies—physical, occupational, and speech—are available for residents recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. The community can also arrange laboratory work, imaging, and pharmacy services through local providers, helping residents avoid unnecessary hospital trips.
Beyond direct medical services, the facility offers routine assistance with bathing, dressing, transferring, and continence care. Caregivers monitor changes in health status and communicate observations to families and physicians. Short-term respite stays are accepted when space allows, and the staff can support hospice providers for residents with end-of-life needs. An on-call medical director reviews care protocols, and the community maintains an emergency preparedness plan with regular drills.
Accommodation options include a mix of private and shared rooms, each furnished with an adjustable hospital-grade bed, bedside table, and wardrobe. Some rooms feature in-room bathrooms with roll-in showers, while others share a nearby accessible bathroom. Emergency call systems and basic cable are installed in many rooms, and housekeeping, personal laundry, and linen service are provided. Not all accommodations have all the features mentioned, so families are encouraged to review specific room layouts during a tour.
Residents receive three daily meals prepared on site in a commercial kitchen overseen by a registered dietitian. Menus are designed to meet nutritional guidelines and accommodate common therapeutic diets such as low-sodium, diabetic, and pureed textures. Meals are generally served in a communal dining room to promote social interaction, but tray service to rooms is available for those who are ill or have limited mobility. Between-meal snacks and hydration stations are offered throughout the day, and staff monitor intake for residents with specialized nutritional needs.
