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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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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.

Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1646
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #483 / 1492
+14%
6.62
Facility 6.62
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #4 / 289
+3%+57%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #212 / 1475
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #21 / 291
5.3
Facility 5.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #217 / 291
-437- 45 Congregational Homes
$5.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #250 / 260
$18.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #11 / 260
306%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 306%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #2 / 260
55016
Carlsbad By The Sea Care Center
NH
SNF
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Village)
224
Facility 224
CA AVG 104
Rank #116 / 1646
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #460 / 1492
+15%
5.00
Facility 5.00
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #34 / 289
0%+18%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #212 / 1475
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #9 / 291
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #141 / 291
-190A+
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 59
Rank #43 / 2058
Paula Digerness
$6.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #246 / 260
$8.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #138 / 260
128.1%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 128.1%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #7 / 260
56496
Vi at La Jolla Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1646
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #947 / 1492
-6%
5.26
Facility 5.26
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #19 / 289
+43%+25%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #732 / 1475
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #19 / 291
2.1
Facility 2.1
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #8 / 291
-543-
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 59
Rank #218 / 2058
Cc-La Jolla, Inc
$10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #188 / 260
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #91 / 260
91.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 91.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #18 / 260
555793
Vi at Palo Alto
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1646
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #851 / 1492
-1%
5.11
Facility 5.11
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #30 / 289
+28%+21%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1475
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #28 / 291
3.0
Facility 3.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #54 / 291
1640-
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 59
Rank #416 / 2058
Cary Maslow
$15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #117 / 260
$10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #73 / 260
70.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #32 / 260
555835
The Reutlinger Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1646
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #1093 / 1492
-12%
5.32
Facility 5.32
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #19 / 289
-17%+26%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #649 / 1475
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #23 / 291
3.4
Facility 3.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #90 / 291
-78A+
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 59
Rank #1717 / 2058
The Reutlinger Community
$21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #53 / 260
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #53 / 260
54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #117 / 260
55534
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1646
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #453 / 1492
+15%
4.42
Facility 4.42
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #85 / 289
-5%+5%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1475
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #107 / 291
5.3
Facility 5.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #217 / 291
-323- 50 Covenant Living West
$11.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #174 / 260
$6.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #184 / 260
55.8%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 55.8%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #109 / 260
555762
OakView Health Center
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1057 / 1646
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #685 / 1492
+7%
5.21
Facility 5.21
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #23 / 289
-69%+24%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #521 / 1475
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #2 / 291
1.5
Facility 1.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #2 / 291
-50A+
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 59
Rank #1844 / 2058
Bouchard Family Revocable Trust
$14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #121 / 260
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #127 / 260
56.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #99 / 260
555857
Canterbury Woods
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1646
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #865 / 1492
-2%
6.30
Facility 6.30
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #7 / 289
+10%+49%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #408 / 1475
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #72 / 291
8.7
Facility 8.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #282 / 291
-138A+
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 59
Rank #383 / 2058
Shaida Behnam
$3.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #259 / 260
$5.7MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #199 / 260
176.7%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 176.7%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #5 / 260
55303
Ridgeview Health Center
NH
AL
MC
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1013 / 1646
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #449 / 1492
+15%
5.54
Facility 5.54
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #15 / 289
-21%+31%
$33.2k
Facility $33.2k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #232 / 294
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #349 / 1475
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #23 / 291
2.8
Facility 2.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #43 / 291
-58-
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 59
Rank #1944 / 2058
Crestview Hc LLC---555928
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 104
Rank #9 / 1646
57.2%
Facility 57.2%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #1230 / 1492
-23%
5.21
Facility 5.21
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #23 / 289
+27%+23%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #563 / 1475
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #107 / 291
4.6
Facility 4.6
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #180 / 291
1373A+ 57 Humangood Fresno
$33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #11 / 260
$13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #32 / 260
40.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 40.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #251 / 260
55846
Mission Terrace
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
138
Facility 138
CA AVG 104
Rank #445 / 1646
93.1%
Facility 93.1%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #261 / 1492
+26%
4.15
Facility 4.15
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #131 / 289
-60%-2%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
-
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #17 / 291
1.4
Facility 1.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #1 / 291
-129- 62 Evelina Murphy
$19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #65 / 260
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #68 / 260
54.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #122 / 260
55991
Oak Ridge Healthcare Center
NH
MC
SNF
Roseville (Sierra Gardens)
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 104
Rank #1025 / 1646
94.3%
Facility 94.3%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #229 / 1492
+28%
4.35
Facility 4.35
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #99 / 289
-46%+3%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
-
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #38 / 291
3.5
Facility 3.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #97 / 291
-63-
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 59
Rank #509 / 2058
Jason Pollock
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #182 / 260
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #201 / 260
50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 50.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #170 / 260
55491
Webster House
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Palo Alto (Crescent Park)
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 104
Rank #1116 / 1646
90.7%
Facility 90.7%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #324 / 1492
+23%
4.93
Facility 4.93
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #42 / 289
+21%+17%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #212 / 1475
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #53 / 291
5.8
Facility 5.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #239 / 291
-49-
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 59
Rank #171 / 2058
Elvyra Abare
$10.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #198 / 260
$7.8MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $7.8MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #145 / 260
76.2%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 76.2%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #22 / 260
555156
O‘Connor Woods
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1646
--
4.69
Facility 4.69
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #53 / 289
+42%+11%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #212 / 1475
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #159 / 291
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #141 / 291
-95-
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 59
Rank #1824 / 2058
O'connor Woods Housing Corp
$34.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $34.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #7 / 260
$15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #19 / 260
45.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #233 / 260
555713
University Retirement Community
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1646
--
4.76
Facility 4.76
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #44 / 289
+82%+13%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #408 / 1475
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #28 / 291
3.6
Facility 3.6
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #104 / 291
150- 54 Lois Cross
$10.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $10.5MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #192 / 260
$12.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $12.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #38 / 260
122.6%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 122.6%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #11 / 260
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Overview of Claremont Manor Care Center

Offering a tranquil environment for senior living, Claremont Manor Care Center is a lush paradise surrounded by nature, granting residents peace and relaxation. Exceptional care services provided here include inpatient and outpatient therapy, short-term rehab, hospice, and 24/7 skilled nursing. An expert team collaborates closely with residents to establish personalized care plans, ensuring each person’s unique needs are met, fostering a warm and secure community.

As part of the luxurious amenities Claremont prides itself on, residents can explore independent living options, indulge in delicious restaurant-style dining, and participate in a variety of social activities. The charming village of Claremont, California, is just a few clicks away, providing convenient access to shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, for a fulfilling and enriching retirement experience.

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Overview of Rancho Mirage Health and Rehabilitation Center

Based in the peaceful area of Rancho Mirage, CA, Rancho Mirage Health and Rehabilitation Center is a distinct senior living community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. With a team of reliable care professionals available to offer services like wound care, cardiac care, IV therapy, and hospice care, residents are guaranteed to live their lives in comfort and peace of mind. Offering 53 private rooms, the community fosters an intimate environment for an optimal healing and recovery experience.

Ensuring its residents are occupied and happy during their recovery process and stay within the community also offers various amenities for residents to enjoy. Residents here are guaranteed to preserve their optimal functionality with access to excellent physical, occupational and speech therapies. At Rancho Mirage Health and Rehabilitation Center, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a comfortable and relaxing recovery journey.

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Overview of McKinley Park Care Center

Located in East Sacramento, McKinley Park Care Center is a post-acute rehabilitation facility that offers top-notch therapy and round-the-clock skilled nursing care services. They have a distinguished Five Star Rating for Registered Nurse staffing, ensuring a Registered Nurse’s presence 24/7. Personalized rehabilitation plans are meticulously crafted for each resident, placing emphasis on their unique abilities, needs, and preferences. Alongside the focus on rehabilitation, they also promote an active mind and body, reflected in the activities thoughtfully organized by the staff to cater to various lifestyles.
Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street within one of Sacramento’s most prestigious neighborhoods, McKinley Park Care Center exudes an air of majesty. The dedicated staff provides compassionate care coupled with unparalleled expertise and their facility’s ambiance create a relaxed and enjoyable environment, ensuring a comfortable stay for every resident.

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Overview of Freedom Village Health Care Center

Freedom Village Health Care Center is a top-rated nursing home in Lake Forest, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring private and semi-private rooms in a clean and welcoming setting, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and safety. 24-hour care, chef-prepared meals, transportation to medical appointments, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided, so residents can focus on rehabilitation and recovery. Through a comprehensive coordinated care, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their needs and preferences.

Social events, light physical activities, and a variety of recreational programs encourage residents to live actively and make friends. A beauty salon & barber shop, and a beautiful outdoor fountain patio are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set near restaurants, shops, and bus stops in Lake Forest, the community guarantees quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential.

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Overview of Bay View Rehabilitation

Bay View Rehabilitation is a distinct community located near Alameda Hospital in Willow Street, Alameda, CA, that offers nursing care and rehabilitation. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing top-tier care and support around the clock to meet their healthcare needs. A friendly and highly trained team helps with residents’ day-to-day activities, promising a worry-free retirement.

Fun activities and enriching programs are also conducted for residents to remain active and socially engaged. Three delightful and healthy meals are also served daily to ensure hassle-free dining. With state-of-the-art amenities and comprehensive care programs, the community makes an enticing option for those looking for supplementary care to spend their golden years with ease.

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Overview of Palm Terrace Healthcare & Rehab Center

Palm Terrace Healthcare & Rehab Center is a well-regarded nursing home in Laguna Hills, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Committed to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a supportive and welcoming environment. With 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and recreational activities, residents receive high-quality services that aim to help them focus on recovery. The community also works closely with residents, their families, and healthcare providers to provide the best possible care based on their needs and preferences.

Local trips, lecture series, and ice cream socials encourage residents to continue learning and make friends. Specially designed living spaces and top-notch rehabilitation equipment are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Laguna Hills, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California, especially with its exceptional standards of care.

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Overview of Harvard Creek Post Acute

Harvard Creek Post Acute is a nursing home in Covina, CA, offering nursing services and rehabilitation. With a welcoming, spa-like environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Therapy services, 24-hour care, and case management are just some of the excellent services dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life. The community also works closely with residents to meet their unique needs and preferences, ensuring they can recover with ease.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and various recreational programs ensure residents can stay active and make friends. Residents can also rest and move around comfortably in its spacious rooms and cozy common areas. Set in the lively neighborhood of Covina, near dental clinics, churches, a bus stop, and other local amenities, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This nursing home continuously provides exceptional services and top-notch amenities for older adults’ welfare, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Lincoln Square Post-Acute Care

Lincoln Square Post-Acute Care is a highly recognized nursing home in Stockton, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Promoting a compassionate and nurturing environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay. Residents also experience a worry-free retirement, with 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and therapies. The community also works closely with residents to understand their needs and habits, ensuring they can recover and live to their potential.

Musical performances, gardening, stretching, and volunteer programs are just some of the activities dedicated to helping residents explore new interests and prevent loneliness. Thoughtfully furnished rooms and spacious common areas are also available, so residents can focus on their recovery. Residents also experience a convenient and stress-free lifestyle, as it is located near Dameron Hospital in the quiet residential area of Stockton. This nursing home is one of the trusted options for senior living in California, especially with its high standards of care.

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Overview of Knolls West Assisted Living

Operated by Knolls West Assisted Living LLC under parent company Knolls West Post Acute and administered by Terronsay Whaley, Knolls West Assisted Living is a 64-bed community in Victorville, California. The facility focuses on rehabilitation and short-term care. Families can pay through Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover care costs.

Most stay an average of 61 days due to the community’s rehabilitation focus. Residents recovering from hospitalization, surgery, or acute illness can access on-site rehabilitation services. The facility maintains occupancy at about 90%, with stable operations and a steady census of short-term residents moving through the care cycle.

Residents receive an average of 4 hours and 1 minute of nursing care each day. Registered nurses provide 28 minutes of care daily. Nurse aides contribute 28 minutes, while LPN/LVN staff provide 1 hour and 14 minutes, and that level of hands-on support is best for post-acute rehabilitation residents who benefit from structured therapy and close monitoring during recovery.

The facility is located on Green Tree Boulevard in Victorville. The neighborhood’s Walk Score is 30, meaning some nearby services may be accessible on foot, although most trips require transportation. Knolls West Assisted Living has operated for 12 years, with established roots in the community and continuity in its rehabilitation programs.

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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 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.