Occupancy rate
57%
22% lower than California averageCalifornia average: 73%
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Orchards Health Center
Nursing Home in Orange County
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Orchards Health Center
Nestled in Rancho Mission Viejo, California, The Orchards Health Center is an assisted living community thoughtfully woven together with an unwavering commitment to the highest level of care, boundless compassion, and all the comforts of home. They offer round-the-clock skilled nursing care within a beautiful, nurturing setting. The focus at The Orchards is rooted in understanding who their residents are and what they can achieve.
At The Orchards Health Center, their services cater to individuals whose needs go beyond standard assisted care, encompassing those recovering from orthopedic surgeries or injuries, cardiac procedures/diseases, strokes, pulmonary conditions, and other illnesses. The devoted and memory care-trained staff firmly believes in empowering residents’ lives through life-enriching programs, fostering social engagement, and establishing personalized goals. In their view, healthcare extends beyond mental and physical well-being; it’s intricately woven with quality of life.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
90
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
72%
Residents per day (avg)
39
Occupancy rate
72%
Residents per day (avg)
39
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
81% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
19% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.8M
Operating loss
-$2.8M
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15,804,993.00
Operating loss
$-2,800,633.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$7.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.6M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$18.6M
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
22% lower than California averageOccupied beds
51 / 90
Average residents
87 per day
CountyORANGE
Inspection History
In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
5 visits
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
2 total complaint visits
3 other visits
Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.
California average
13 total complaint visits
7 other visits
2 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
4 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
1 total citation
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
0 serious citations
A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.
California average: 3 serious citations
1 moderate citation
A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.
California average: 4 moderate citations
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
3
California average 12.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Total health citations
39
California average 50.2
Citations per inspection
13
California average 4.65
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
38 of 39 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 39 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
32 moderate citations
7 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Memory Care around Mission Viejo The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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The Orchards Health Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Mission Viejo
127
56.7%
-33%
5.21
+23%
0
39
13.0
0
39
-
6
Spieker, Meghan
$15.6M
$7.0M
44.5%
555922
Villa Valencia Healthcare Center
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Laguna Hills
59
83.3%
-2%
3.21
-24%
0
41
3.2
0
52
-
62
Alhv Llc
$16.3M
$6.1M
37.1%
555462
Mission Palms Healthcare Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Westminster
99
89.6%
+6%
3.61
-15%
1
39
6.5
1
93
A+
63
-
$15.9M
$7.7M
48%
56271
Anaheim Healthcare Center
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Anaheim (Southwest Anaheim)
250
86.2%
+2%
4.29
+2%
0
110
5.2
1
216
-
69
Anaheim Healthcare Center Llc
$67.5M
$18.5M
27.4%
55984
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5.4 miles from city center — 3.37 miles to nearest hospital (Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo)
1 Amistad Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92694
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
122
Employees
63
Contractors
59
Staff to resident ratio
3.05:1
3049900% better than California averageCalifornia average ratio: 0.00:1
Avg staff/day
43
Average shift
7.2 hours
6% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 7.7 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
28,294
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
34
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
35
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
18.8%
5,308 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 20
Certified Nursing Assistant: 9
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 6
Physical Therapy Aide: 6
Speech Language Pathologist: 6
Qualified Social Worker: 5
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 26 | 9 | 35 | 10,434 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 20 | 34 | 6,402 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,365 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,944 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,074 | 79 | 87% | 6.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 6 | 6 | 878 | 83 | 91% | 6.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 798 | 65 | 71% | 8.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 6 | 6 | 764 | 72 | 79% | 6.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 654 | 84 | 92% | 4.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 61 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 63% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 62% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 406 | 64 | 70% | 6.2 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 280 | 35 | 38% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 180 | 23 | 25% | 7.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 168 | 25 | 27% | 6.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 3 | 3% | 9.3 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 14% | 1.2 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 1% | 8 |
35 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
34 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
8 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
87%
6 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
91%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
6 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
79%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
92%
1 Administrator
% of Days
70%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
67%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
63%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
62%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
38%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
25%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
27%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
3%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
14%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
1%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
40 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
26 residents (65%)
Private pay or other
14 residents (35%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
CCRC
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.7
31% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 6.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.6
29% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
14.3%
29% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.1%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
15.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
15.0%
33% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
3.1%
88% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 1.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.4%
72% better than California averageCalifornia average: 5.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
16.0%
280% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 4.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 6.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
15.6%
55% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 10.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 98.5%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.7%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.7%
53% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
7% better than California averageCalifornia average: 93.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Orchards Health Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
72.0%
↑ 42.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$2,800,633
↑ ~$2.4M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$9,380,771
↑ ~$2.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-17.9%
↑ 32.5pp vs 2022
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