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Our editorial team analyzed 346 nursing homes in CA using 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.
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Diablo Valley Post Acute is a distinguished community in Concord, CA, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents here enjoy the highest quality of care from a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community also assists with social services to help residents and their families experience a stress-free transition. Providing care in Costa County since 2005, the community promotes a cozy and nurturing environment for residents to feel at ease.
Engaging activities and stimulating programs are also conducted to promote residents’ holistic wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is rated 4 stars by Medicare, proving its exceptional quality and dedication to improving residents’ quality of life.
Roseville Care Center, located in Roseville, CA, is a facility offering quality skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. This facility provides their skilled nursing residents with 24/7 nursing care, medication management, as well as meal provisions through their nutrition and hydration programs.
Additionally, this skilled nursing facility’s staff are also well versed when it comes to memory care, providing specialized services in Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Their diabetes management on the other hand, helps residents with menu and exercise planning, glucose monitoring, as well as insulin administration.
Solheim Senior Community, located in Los Angeles, California, has been offering a fulfilling life to seniors since 1923. With a range of care services, including memory care, skilled nursing, residential living, and assisted living, Solheim dedicates itself to providing seniors with the highest quality of care and support possible.
The community is a vibrant and active one, with a wellness center staffed by a full-time coordinator, offering residents a variety of activities and programs to keep them engaged and healthy. Solheim’s common areas are a hub of activity, with plenty of space to socialize and connect with others. The staff ensures that residents’ housekeeping and laundry needs are taken care of, and state-of-the-art security cameras and safety fire systems ensure their safety and security 24/7.
Overview of Asbury Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Asbury Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a well-established 139-bed Medicare and Medi-Cal certified skilled nursing facility situated in Sacramento. Led by an experienced management team with a focus on Post-Acute Care, this assisted living community stands out as a leader in rehabilitation services.
Asbury Park offers 24/7 skilled care and rehabilitation services, catering to diverse resident needs. Additionally, their professional team assists seniors on their journey to recovery from surgery, injuries, or serious illnesses, fostering a comforting and nurturing atmosphere for both short-term treatment and long-term care. They also empower senior residents to achieve increased independence through personalized programs, while their social services team actively supports patients and their families during transitional periods, ensuring each resident receives the best possible care and support throughout their stay.
Overview of St. Edna Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center
St. Edna Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center, located in Santa Ana, California, is a 24-hour skilled nursing facility comprising 144 beds. Under the supervision of the Medical Director and the attending physician, St. Edna Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center offers round-the-clock skilled nursing care, ensuring the provision of comprehensive, tailored treatment plans. These individualized care plans encompass progressive therapy strategies, all aimed at restoring patients to their previous levels of functioning, guided by a harmonized approach to clinical and rehabilitation care.
This dedicated healthcare establishment boasts a team of committed professionals whose primary mission is to aid patients in their recovery following surgery, injury, or severe illness. As an integrated team, their collective goal transcends mere expectations, aspiring to deliver exceptional rehabilitative therapy and nursing care standards. St. Edna Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center is steadfast in empowering patients to attain their utmost functional potential, ultimately facilitating their transition to the least restrictive care setting possible.
San Jose Healthcare and Wellness Center’s main priority is the development of mind, body, and spirit. They provide gentle and compassionate care with a genuine concern for their residents, with skilled nursing services available 24/7 and are tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Their restorative nursing program includes various treatments such as ambulation, positioning and alignment, contracture management, bowel and bladder training, and more, to help residents achieve the highest level of independence possible. They also have a registered dietician who assesses each resident’s nutritional needs to create a personalized dietary program. In addition to their skilled nursing services, they also offer occupational, speech, and physical therapy to promote rehabilitation and recovery. Their activities program is exciting, with coffee socials, games, gardening, arts and crafts, and more. Daily well-being maintenance is also their top priority, which is why they provide dental and vision services, transportation for appointments, and more. Their commitment to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of their residents is truly commendable.
Experience the dedicated care and warmth at Arlington Gardens Care Center in Riverside, CA, where exceptional support and a vibrant, compassionate environment come together to offer a truly enriching living experience. This community provides a comprehensive range of services, including short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing, ensuring that each resident receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs. The committed team is passionate about providing quality support, creating an uplifting and joyful atmosphere. Residents can also select from thoughtfully designed, comfortable apartments that cater to their individual tastes.
With a variety of amenities and activities, including a spacious rehab gym and wellness programs, Arlington Gardens Care Center promotes connection and supports the emotional, mental, and physical health of residents. Each day is designed to bring joy and add meaning to residents’ lives, making it a wonderful place to call home.
Conveniently located near trusted hospitals like Loma Linda University Medical Center and Community Hospital of San Bernardino in San Bernardino, CA, Valley Healthcare Center is an esteemed community that offers short-term and long-term care. Featuring 109 cozy and specially designed accommodations, the community ensures comfort and safety, especially with top-notch care and assistance tailored to residents’ special needs. Medicare is also accepted in the community, easing residents’ financial challenges.
With state-of-the-art amenities and innovative approaches, residents keep peace of mind and enjoy the highest quality of life. The community also offers continued care from home to ensure a worry-free recovery. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Find the care you need with the community’s wide range of care and round-the-clock assistance.
Windsor Country Drive Care Center is a tight-knit nursing home with a cozy atmosphere. With an emphasis on rehabilitation services, the community excels in delivering family-like treatment in support of a comfortable and secure environment for recovery. The patient-care center ensures that residents also cultivate a sense of freedom and enjoyment during healing.
Windsor Country Drive Care Center practices a resident-focused approach to achieve results. With its professional and patient caregivers and comprehensive care plans, residents will get to immerse themselves in a range of services that include 24/7 nursing care, calendar-filled activities, rehabilitative programs, diabetes management, medication monitoring, and ADLs.
Overview of English Oaks Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital
English Oaks Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital, is a facility by Generations Healthcare located in Modesto, CA, providing long-term skilled nursing and short-term habilitation services. English Oaks offers a variety of specialty programs within their skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Such programs include stroke rehabilitation, IV therapy, wound care, diabetes management, dialysis, and other chronic disease management. Apart from long-term care, they also offer respite and hospice care and services. To ensure that the residents receive the right nutrition they need to either get back on their feet, or continue living a fulfilling life, they serve freshly cooked meals that are prepared with consideration to the patients’ and residents’ dietary needs. They also host recreational garden activities to ensure that each resident is physically and mentally active, promoting their overall health and well being.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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 346 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.
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