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Overview of University Care Center

University Care Center, in San Diego, CA, keeps nursing home care, skilled nursing, and hospice care under one roof. It has 87 beds in the Mid-City neighborhood.

Both the nursing home and skilled nursing have licensed nurses on-site around the clock. Hospice care puts comfort and support first as life draws to its end.

Each resident’s day includes nursing time of 3 hours and 44 minutes on average. Families can use Medicare, Medicaid, or their own money, which gives more than one way to cover the bill. The resident this place is set up for needs long-term nursing care or hospice support.

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Overview of Mission Care Center

Mission Care Center is a compassionate community in Riverside, CA dedicated to supporting residents’ well-being through skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. They feature a highly skilled team of clinicians, therapists, and medical consultants to help residents in their recovery process or maintain their functionality. Residents here enjoy the comfort of their healing environment with easy access to care services like physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

Apart from comprehensive care services, the community assists residents and their families throughout their journey by offering compassionate social services. The community also organizes an array of fun and engaging activities to help residents stay stimulated and active. By meeting residents’ social and medical needs, Mission Care Center guarantees a smooth and comfortable healing journey.

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Overview of The Avenues Transitional Care Center

The Avenues Transitional Care Center offers nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, nursing care, respite care, and skilled nursing in San Francisco, California. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs coverage while traveling or recovering.

The community has 140 beds, with private and shared rooms available. A private room gives one resident a single living space, while a shared room places residents together in the same room; Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 11 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident, and the Outer Sunset neighborhood has a Walk Score of 85, making most errands possible on foot for a resident who no longer drives and wants to reach nearby destinations independently. Respite care may be a good fit for a family whose usual caregiver needs short term support while traveling or recovering.

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Overview of Summerfield Healthcare Center

Santa Rosa, CA, is home to Summerfield Healthcare Center, which includes both skilled nursing and a nursing home. Skilled nursing puts licensed nursing in the building at all hours.

The staffing record across its 70 beds shows 3 hours and 51 minutes of nursing per resident each day. It’s an average across the whole census rather than a schedule for any one person.

When a hospital admission comes first, Medicare may cover the skilled stretch that follows, though not a long-term stay. Families covering the cost themselves can use private pay. It’s a home for someone whose need for clinical support continues over time.

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Overview of Cloverdale Healthcare Center

Cloverdale Healthcare Center is a nursing home offering skilled nursing in Cloverdale, California, in the Cherry Creek neighborhood. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while rehabilitation services and in-house therapy support residents who need nursing care alongside recovery-focused treatment. The combination is suited to someone who needs ongoing nursing supervision and rehabilitation in the same setting.

The center has 72 beds, with private and semi-private rooms. A private room accommodates one resident, while a semi-private room is shared. A doctor is on staff, adding physician care to the nursing services available at the center.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment options for eligible care. Ensign Services owns Cloverdale Healthcare Center.

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Overview of Oxnard Manor Healthcare Center

Oxnard Manor Healthcare Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Oxnard, California. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while the nursing home setting supports residents who need ongoing nursing care. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing alongside rehabilitation services or short-term rehabilitation during recovery.

There are 82 beds, with private and shared rooms available. A private room gives one resident an individual room, while a shared room accommodates two residents in the same room. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment methods to use toward care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 44 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.

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Overview of North Pointe Care Center

North Pointe Care Center provides nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Fresno, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away.

North Pointe Care Center may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs supervised care or for a family arranging temporary support. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are also available for residents who need care during a recovery period. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to fund care.

The community has 99 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 33 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 80 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Sherwood Healthcare Center

Sherwood Healthcare Center provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Sacramento, CA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Multiple care levels may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs may change over time.

The 62-bed community has private and semi-private rooms, with private rooms suited to one resident and semi-private rooms offering shared accommodation. Rehabilitation services are available, allowing a resident to receive rehabilitation at the center rather than arranging transportation elsewhere. Sherwood Healthcare Center is in East Sacramento, and Dustin Murray serves as the director.

A Walk Score of 49 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for shopping and other errands. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can support eligible residents whose savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 4h 3m per resident per day, representing the daily amount of nurse time allocated to each resident.

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Overview of Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital

Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital located in San Mateo, CA, offers two types of care on its roster. These include skilled nursing and nursing home care.

Due to the availability of skilled nursing, licensed nursing personnel are present in the facility at all times, while the nursing home caters to residents requiring long-term care. It is appropriate for someone whose health requires licensed nursing available at all times.

The daily nursing time per resident is 4 hours, 33 minutes, for 96 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private payments are accepted. Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital admission, not for long-term residency. Medicaid provides assistance for extended stays that savings cannot support, while private pay indicates that the family pays the expenses directly.

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Overview of Heritage Park Nursing Center

Heritage Park Nursing Center in Upland, CA, is a 70-bed nursing home that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring a clean and well-organized setting, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. Assistance with daily living activities, 24-hour care, and nutritious meals are also offered, so residents can focus on their rehabilitation and recovery. Personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Recreational activities, social events, and light exercises provide residents with more opportunities to gain meaningful experiences and have fun. Cozy rooms and fun gathering areas are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated in the lively neighborhood of Upland, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its top-tier services and well-maintained amenities.

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Nursing Homes in California at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 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: 3.4/ 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