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Best Nursing Homes in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 345 nursing homes in California using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in CA
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

246 facilities compared · CMS & CA Dept. of Health data

OakView Health Center
NH
AL
MC
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 103
Rank #1063 / 1657
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #702 / 1537
-6%
5.21
Facility 5.21
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #31 / 354
-69%+24%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1401
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #4 / 361
1.5
Facility 1.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #2 / 361
-43A+
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1846 / 2092
Bouchard Family Revocable Trust
$14.8M
Facility $14.8M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #210 / 355
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #164 / 355
56.8%
Facility 56.8%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #82 / 355
555857
Bayshire Carlsbad
NH
AL
IL
MC
Carlsbad (Palamai)
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #526 / 1657
93.6%
Facility 93.6%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #225 / 1537
+11%
3.24
Facility 3.24
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #336 / 354
+54%-23%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 81
Rank #881 / 1401
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
4.3
Facility 4.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #196 / 361
-117A+
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #1088 / 2092
Skilled Camino LLC
$12.9M
Facility $12.9M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #263 / 355
$5.1M
Facility $5.1M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #285 / 355
39.7%
Facility 39.7%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #201 / 355
555745
The Reutlinger Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #561 / 1657
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #1121 / 1537
-23%
5.32
Facility 5.32
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #27 / 354
-17%+26%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #26 / 361
3.4
Facility 3.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #107 / 361
-78A+
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1720 / 2092
The Reutlinger Community
$21.7M
Facility $21.7M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #123 / 355
$11.8M
Facility $11.8M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #45 / 355
54.6%
Facility 54.6%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #48 / 355
55534
Heritage Gardens
NH
AL
HC
IL
NC
RC
Loma Linda
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #1051 / 1657
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #437 / 1537
+1%
4.44
Facility 4.44
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #105 / 354
-14%+5%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 81
Rank #1079 / 1401
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #204 / 361
3.8
Facility 3.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #152 / 361
155A+
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 57
Rank #1422 / 2092
Cotton Family Revocable Trust
$12.3M
Facility $12.3M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #241 / 355
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #235 / 355
51%
Facility 51%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #150 / 355
55183
Highland Palms Healthcare Center
NH
Highland (Cypress)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
93.2%
Facility 93.2%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #238 / 1537
+10%
3.17
Facility 3.17
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #336 / 354
-45%-25%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #136 / 361
3.7
Facility 3.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #135 / 361
-90A+
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1157 / 2092
Sivakami Sivapalan
$18.5M
Facility $18.5M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #85 / 355
$8.2M
Facility $8.2M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #187 / 355
44.2%
Facility 44.2%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #338 / 355
56024
Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton
NH
HC
RC
Fullerton (Sunny Hills)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #221 / 1537
+18%
4.38
Facility 4.38
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #105 / 354
+61%+4%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #118 / 361
7.8
Facility 7.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #342 / 361
-182A+
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1345 / 2092
-
$11.0M
Facility $11.0M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #225 / 355
$6.7M
Facility $6.7M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #212 / 355
61%
Facility 61%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #127 / 355
56151
Bayshire Rancho Mirage
NH
AL
IL
MC
Rancho Mirage
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 103
Rank #462 / 1657
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #497 / 1537
-1%
3.17
Facility 3.17
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #336 / 354
-51%-25%
$15.5k
Facility $15.5k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #260 / 362
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 81
Rank #973 / 1401
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #164 / 361
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #90 / 361
-113A+
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 57
Rank #1811 / 2092
Skilled Mirage LLC
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #256 / 355
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #294 / 355
44.1%
Facility 44.1%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #244 / 355
555775
Bayberry Skilled Nursing & Healthcare Center
NH
MC
RC
Concord (Adobe Street)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
67.8%
Facility 67.8%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #1010 / 1537
-20%
5.01
Facility 5.01
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #44 / 354
-37%+19%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #33 / 361
4.5
Facility 4.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #210 / 361
-81A+
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2092
Gianelle Kaliangara
$10.5M
Facility $10.5M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #259 / 355
$6.5M
Facility $6.5M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #160 / 355
61.5%
Facility 61.5%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #14 / 355
56260
Canterbury Woods
NH
AL
IL
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 103
Rank #179 / 1657
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #889 / 1537
-14%
6.30
Facility 6.30
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #10 / 354
+10%+49%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
8.7
Facility 8.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #347 / 361
-138A+
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #384 / 2092
Shaida Behnam
$3.2M
Facility $3.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #179 / 355
$5.7M
Facility $5.7M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #255 / 355
176.7%
Facility 176.7%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #305 / 355
55303
Palm Terrace Care Center
NH
NC
Riverside (La Sierra Hills)
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 103
Rank #998 / 1657
88.1%
Facility 88.1%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #374 / 1537
+4%
3.75
Facility 3.75
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #245 / 354
-9%-11%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
4.3
Facility 4.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #196 / 361
-66A
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 57
Rank #1874 / 2092
-
$14.2M
Facility $14.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #237 / 355
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #223 / 355
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #141 / 355
555365
Arlington Gardens Care Center
NH
NC
Riverside (La Sierra)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
99.0%
Facility 99.0%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #156 / 1537
+17%
3.01
Facility 3.01
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #351 / 354
-35%-29%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #230 / 362
-
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #277 / 361
2.5
Facility 2.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #33 / 361
196A+
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 57
Rank #642 / 2092
Sivaraman Gounder
$24.2M
Facility $24.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #53 / 355
$10.9M
Facility $10.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #103 / 355
44.8%
Facility 44.8%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #323 / 355
56485
Grand Park Convalescent Hospital
NH
Los Angeles (Westlake)
151
Facility 151
CA AVG 103
Rank #339 / 1657
87.3%
Facility 87.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #401 / 1537
+3%- -20%-
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #148 / 361
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #169 / 361
-145A+
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 57
Rank #29 / 2092
Barry Kohn
$18.9M
Facility $18.9M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #43 / 355
$10.4M
Facility $10.4M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #82 / 355
55.1%
Facility 55.1%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #318 / 355
56244
Rancho Mirage Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Rancho Mirage (Vista Del Sol)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #360 / 1537
+5%
4.19
Facility 4.19
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #138 / 354
-28%-1%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #210 / 361
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #90 / 361
-100A+
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 57
Rank #1584 / 2092
-
$14.5M
Facility $14.5M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #193 / 355
$7.9M
Facility $7.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #167 / 355
54.3%
Facility 54.3%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #122 / 355
555247
Riverwalk Post Acute
NH
HC
Riverside (Arlington)
146
Facility 146
CA AVG 103
Rank #385 / 1657
--
3.41
Facility 3.41
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #316 / 354
-47%-19%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #263 / 361
2.4
Facility 2.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #25 / 361
-6A+
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #740 / 2092
Calvin Patel
$23.4M
Facility $23.4M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #44 / 355
$11.9M
Facility $11.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #76 / 355
51%
Facility 51%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #307 / 355
555017
St. Paul’s Towers
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
Oakland (Adams Point)
320
Facility 320
CA AVG 103
Rank #51 / 1657
74.7%
Facility 74.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #839 / 1537
-12%
4.65
Facility 4.65
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #69 / 354
-12%+10%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1401
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #40 / 361
6.7
Facility 6.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #320 / 361
-239A
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2092
Front Porch Communities And Services
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #38 / 355
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #111 / 355
160%
Facility 160%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #335 / 355
55156
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Overview of Glenbrook Health Center

An award-winning senior living community in Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, CA, Glenbrook Health Center offers comprehensive care services including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Spend your golden years receiving the utmost care and support from a respectful and highly skilled team available around the clock. The community goes above and beyond to ensure seniors are comfortable and safe within its purposely designed amenities.

Featuring a meticulously curated life enrichment program, the community ensures residents have time to do the things they love and learn various experiences. Enjoy hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals that satisfy nutritional needs and tastes. Glenbrook Health Center is a haven for seniors looking for assistance to enjoy a blissful retirement.

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Overview of The Fountains Skilled Nursing Care

The Fountains Skilled Nursing Care is a 145-bed nursing home in Yuba City, CA, that offers short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. With 24-hour care, respite services, and restorative therapies, residents receive the utmost attention and care for their needs. The community also strives to provide personalized care plans.

Recreational activities and special events allow residents to learn new things and gain meaningful experiences. Hospice care is also provided, ensuring those with life-limiting conditions can age comfortably. Set in the peaceful residential area of Yuba City, near the highway, the community is easily accessible for families and visitors. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home continuously provides exceptional services for older adults’ well-being.

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Overview of Oakview Health Center

Ideally located in the beautiful setting of Thousand Oaks, CA, Oakview Health Center is a trusted community that offers assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. A kind and highly trained team strives to provide the highest quality of care and support 24/7 for residents’ needs. With a cozy and nurturing environment, residents ease their worries and feel a sense of belonging.

A carefully curated calendar of life enrichment programs is also conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. There’s no need to worry about mealtimes with delicious and healthy meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences served three times daily. The community received a five-star rating from the Center for Medicare Services, proving its exceptional quality.

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Reata Glen

2 Las Estrellas Loop, Mission Viejo, CA 92694
Overview of Reata Glen

Enjoy a peaceful time in the idyllic campus of Reata Glen in Las Estrellas Loop, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA, offering assisted living, memory care, and long-term care. The community features sophisticated and naturally lit accommodations to optimize comfort and convenience. With its commitment to improving seniors’ wellness, the community delivers top-notch care and assistance from a kind and highly skilled team.

Residents do not run out of things to do with meticulously curated classes and engaging clubs that highlight their interests and strengths. Eat well and feel your best with healthy and delightful meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Reata Glen is great for a relaxing and active retirement with its campus filled with the perfect combination of serene amenities and a lively environment.

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Overview of Town & Country

Located in the heart of Santa Ana, California, Town & Country is a distinguished non-profit Life Plan Community tailored to the needs of individuals aged 62 and above. This exceptional community offers various options, including active independent living, comprehensive assisted living, and the renowned five-star-rated skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care. In 2021, Town & Country proudly introduced a cutting-edge memory care community known as Grace Gardens Memory Care, reflecting its ongoing commitment to providing innovative and compassionate care. One of the community’s standout achievements is being the sole free-standing skilled nursing facility in Orange County to hold a remarkable five-star rating across every category.

Town & Country’s unique identity is deeply rooted in Christian values, evident in its intentions and actions. The community embraces individuals of all faiths, fostering an inclusive environment where respect and support are extended to everyone. Positioned in a highly walkable neighborhood within central Orange County, Town & Country provides a dynamic and vibrant lifestyle within the serene confines of a picturesque garden setting. For nearly half a century, the community has been dedicated to delivering a superior living environment while maintaining exceptional value for its residents. Their dedication to excellence is further acknowledged by prestigious Medicare and the American Health Care Association (AHCA) awards, attesting to Town & Country’s unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of care and services.

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Overview of University Retirement Community

Located in the heart of Davis, CA, University Retirement Community is a luxury senior living community that offers its residents an extravagant independent living environment. The community provides its residents with stunning and snug accommodations with home maintenance and other household chores taken care of for a carefree living experience. Each residence is equipped with private decks, large windows, full kitchens, and large living and dining areas that foster a comfortable and convenient living environment.

Designed to nurture residents’ overall aspect of well-being, the community also offers an array of wellness initiatives and enriching activities. Residents keep their minds sharp with the community’s excellent range of lifelong learning opportunities that help stimulate their minds and cognitive abilities. Here at University Retirement Community, residents spend less time worrying about the small things, and more time pursuing the things they love.

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Overview of Carlsbad by the Sea Care Center

Between the serene sea and the charm of Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad by the Sea Care Center offers a distinctive care experience, specializing in rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. The center provides 33 accommodations, some featuring captivating ocean views, consistently earning recognition from My InnerView and the National Research Corporation as one of the top 10 percent of skilled nursing centers nationwide. With a dedicated and welcoming staff committed to recuperation and rehabilitation, this San Diego County location ensures residents’ peace of mind.

As an integral part of the award-winning oceanfront Carlsbad By The Sea, this care center prioritizes resident needs, emphasizing personal attention and fostering a genuine sense of family. Round-the-clock professional nursing ensures the well-being of residents, complemented by rehabilitative physical, occupational, and speech therapies for comprehensive medical care. Carlsbad by the Sea Care Center encourages exploration, questions, and personalized guided tours, extending an invitation for individuals, friends, or loved ones. Accepting Medicare A and B along with private payments, the center offers flexible solutions tailored to each individual. The resident-centric approach allows individuals to live on their terms, with gourmet dining choices, complimentary Wi-Fi, and more. A level of care and human connection unfolds best through firsthand experience.

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Sunny View

22445 Cupertino Road, Cupertino, CA 95014
Overview of Sunny View

Sunny View in Cupertino stands as a testament to exceptional senior living within the heart of Silicon Valley’s innovation hub. This vibrant community offers a spectrum of living options, from independent living to assisted living and memory care, all within a stunning and meticulously landscaped setting.
With a focus on individual well-being and a dedication to providing personalized care, Sunny View stands as a haven where residents not only receive exceptional support but also thrive in an atmosphere that values connection, vitality, and the spirit of innovation.

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Overview of The Sequoias San Francisco

Age gracefully with The Sequoias San Francisco, a dedicated community in San Francisco, CA, that offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents here receive the highest quality of care from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. Purposely designed and spacious studio and two-bedroom floor plans are available in a cozy and nurturing environment for residents to feel a sense of belonging.

From fun games to engaging exercises, residents are encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged with the community’s unending array of recreational activities and engaging programs. To satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and healthy dining options are served for a delightful dining experience. The community is ideal for those seeking a place to spend their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services.

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Overview of Brookdale Riverwalk

Focusing on seniors’ wellness, Brookdale Riverwalk located at Calloway Drive, Bakersfield, CA is an extraordinary continuing care retirement community offering a wide range of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled care. The community provides a selection of spacious and well-designed floor plans including studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, and private, and companion suites.

Experience a better quality of life with Brookdale Riverwalk’s dedicated and compassionate community. The community promotes an active and engaged lifestyle, conducting fun activities and wellness programs. Brookdale Riverwalk promises to deliver the highest quality of life that befits its residents, providing them with an environment where they can thrive confidently. Delight with delectable and nutritious meals served to satisfy the resident’s dietary needs and to promote socialization. Brookdale Riverwalk provides fabulous amenities including a library, a game room, a therapy room, a greenhouse, a beauty and barbershop, an outdoor pool, and walking paths, for its residents’ leisure and wellness.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in California

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — California Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 345 nursing homes in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in California?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in California, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in California?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.