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Sunnyside Nursing Center
22617 S. Vermont Ave, Torrance, CA 90502
Special Focus Facility candidate
Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Sunnyside Nursing Center, in Torrance, California, is certified for 299 beds under non-profit, corporation ownership.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 3 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 91 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (30, 35, 26 by cycle, most recent first), 9 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 30.4 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists 7 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $214K and 2 payment denials.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.9 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 52.2%.
CMS flags that the facility is a Special Focus Facility candidate.
91health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles9 at actual harm or worse
$214Kfines listed by CMS7 penalties in period
4.9nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.2
83%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)247 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Los Angeles Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 91 | 61 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 30.4 | 69.1 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.9 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 52.2% | 34.4% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $214,020 | $12,831 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (369 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 10 Apr 2026, 15 Feb 2025.
Severity mix: J ×3 G ×6 D ×67 E ×10 F ×3 B ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Jun 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jun 2026 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0563 | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jun 2026 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jun 2026 |
| 3 Jun 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Jun 2026 |
| 5 May 2026 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 5 May 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 5 May 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 May 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0809 | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 17 Mar 2026 | F0773 | Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Apr 2026 |
| 5 Dec 2025 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Dec 2025 |
| 20 Nov 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 22 Oct 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Dec 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | J | Complaint investigation | 2 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Oct 2025 |
| 10 Sep 2025 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Oct 2025 |
| 24 Jul 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 24 Jul 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jul 2025 |
| 9 Jul 2025 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Complaint investigation | 31 Jul 2025 |
| 20 Jun 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Complaint investigation | 19 Jul 2025 |
| 20 Jun 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Jul 2025 |
| 6 Jun 2025 | F0825 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Jun 2025 |
| 6 Jun 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Jun 2025 |
| 9 May 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 9 May 2025 |
| 9 May 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 9 May 2025 |
| 11 Mar 2025 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Mar 2025 |
| 11 Mar 2025 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Mar 2025 |
| 27 Feb 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Complaint investigation | 5 Apr 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | E | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 15 Feb 2025 | F0912 | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. | B | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2025 |
| 7 Jan 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 7 Jan 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Feb 2025 |
| 6 Nov 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | Complaint investigation | 27 Nov 2024 |
| 29 Oct 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Nov 2024 |
| 4 Sep 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Oct 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jul 2024 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Jun 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Jul 2024 |
| 8 May 2024 | F0694 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Jun 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | E | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Complaint investigation | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | E | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0687 | Provide appropriate foot care. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2024 | F0912 | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. | B | Standard survey | 9 Mar 2024 |
| 18 Dec 2023 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jan 2024 |
| 18 Dec 2023 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jan 2024 |
| 22 Nov 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 17 Dec 2023 |
| 21 Nov 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Dec 2023 |
| 10 Oct 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Complaint investigation | 10 Nov 2023 |
| 25 Sep 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Oct 2023 |
| 22 Sep 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Complaint investigation | 21 Oct 2023 |
| 22 Sep 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Oct 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Sep 2025 | Fine | $17,345 | |
| 6 Jun 2025 | Payment denial | — | 9 days |
| 6 Jun 2025 | Fine | $61,770 | |
| 9 May 2025 | Fine | $25,571 | |
| 15 Feb 2025 | Payment denial | — | 18 days |
| 15 Feb 2025 | Fine | $72,173 | |
| 29 Oct 2024 | Fine | $37,161 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 52.2%, RNs 63.0%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | California median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 10.6% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 13.6% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 6.8% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 4.4% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: non-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Family Health & Housing Foundation.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Health & Housing Foundation | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 03/01/2001 |
| Family Health & Housing Foundation | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| Family Health & Housing Foundation | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| Quality Health Services Corporation | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| Rehab Alliance | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| Family Health & Housing Foundation | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2001 |
| Quality Health Services Corporation | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/28/2025 |
| Rehab Alliance | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/08/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Los Angeles County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcott Rehabilitation Hospital | Los Angeles | 121 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 42 | 34.7 | $9K | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Alden Terrace Convalescent Hospital | Los Angeles | 210 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 16.7 | — | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Angels Nursing Health Center | Los Angeles | 49 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 75.5 | $72K | 11 Jun 2026 |
| Ararat Post Acute | Glendale | 28 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 30 | 107.1 | $42K | 23 Jan 2026 |
| Atherton Baptist Home | Alhambra | 113 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 28 | 24.8 | — | 16 Jan 2026 |
| Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center | Long Beach | 104 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 25 | 24.0 | — | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Beachside Post Acute | Torrance | 110 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 31 | 28.2 | — | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Beacon Healthcare Center | West Covina | 54 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 59.3 | — | 14 May 2026 |
All 369 facilities in Los Angeles County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Sunnyside Nursing Center been cited for?
91 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 9 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Sunnyside Nursing Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $214K in the period covered, plus 2 payment denials.
How does staffing at Sunnyside Nursing Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.9 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Sunnyside Nursing Center?
Ownership type is non-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Family Health & Housing Foundation, Family Health & Housing Foundation and Quality Health Services Corporation. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Sunnyside Nursing Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 6 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 10 Apr 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.