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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The California average is: 61.1% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Pasadena Nursing Center
NH
ADC
RC
SNF
Pasadena (North Central)
108
Facility 108
CA AVG 148
Rank #156 / 328
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #219 / 290
-9%
4.23
Facility 4.23
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #123 / 289
C- -3%0%
$9.1k
Facility $9.1k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #198 / 294
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #264 / 290
3.6
Facility 3.6
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #98 / 290
281-
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 60
Rank #175 / 354
Gardena Retirement Center, Inc
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #235 / 260
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #237 / 260
61.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #63 / 260
555213
Infinity Care of East Los Angeles
NH
SNF
Los Angeles (Central La)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 148
Rank #162 / 328
90.1%
Facility 90.1%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #126 / 290
+9%
4.05
Facility 4.05
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #138 / 289
C- -44%-4%
$65.8k
Facility $65.8k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #266 / 294
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #251 / 290
3.8
Facility 3.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #127 / 290
489-
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 60
Rank #19 / 354
Infinity Care Of East La
$9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #207 / 260
$5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #211 / 260
53.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #127 / 260
56063
El Monte Convalescent Hospital
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
El Monte
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 148
Rank #162 / 328
92.4%
Facility 92.4%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #93 / 290
+12%
3.64
Facility 3.64
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #236 / 289
C+ -45%-14%
$8.8k
Facility $8.8k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #196 / 294
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #244 / 290
5.2
Facility 5.2
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #206 / 290
292-
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 60
Rank #223 / 354
Ahm Trust$6.0M*Fiscal year ending 04/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$3.7M*Fiscal year ending 04/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.61.3%*Fiscal year ending 04/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.55202
Knolls West Assisted Living
NH
AL
SNF
Victorville
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 148
Rank #260 / 328
--
3.98
Facility 3.98
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #151 / 289
? -46%-6%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #179 / 290
3.7
Facility 3.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #114 / 290
1109A+
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 60
Rank #304 / 354
Knolls West Assisted Living LLC
$22.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $22.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #48 / 260
$11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #61 / 260
49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #189 / 260
555251
Golden Modesto
NH
Modesto
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 148
Rank #135 / 328
93.2%
Facility 93.2%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #84 / 290
+13%
4.20
Facility 4.20
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #123 / 289
D- +19%-1%
$348.6k
Facility $348.6k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #294 / 294
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #240 / 290
3.4
Facility 3.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #85 / 290
10112-
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 60
Rank #112 / 354
-$12.1M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$5.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.43.9%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.56301
Alexandria Care Center
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Los Angeles (East Hollywood)
177
Facility 177
CA AVG 148
Rank #73 / 328
92.4%
Facility 92.4%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #93 / 290
+12%
4.07
Facility 4.07
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #138 / 289
C+ +7%-3%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
115
Facility 115
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #279 / 290
5.0
Facility 5.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #194 / 290
-164-
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 60
Rank #24 / 354
Magnolia Health Management I LLC
$21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #54 / 260
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #59 / 260
51.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #156 / 260
56113
Solheim Senior Community
NH
AL
CCRC
MC
SNF
Los Angeles (Northeast Los Angeles)
126
Facility 126
CA AVG 148
Rank #124 / 328
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #239 / 290
-17%
4.48
Facility 4.48
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #88 / 289
? -43%+6%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 294
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #129 / 290
9.3
Facility 9.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #284 / 290
186-
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 60
Rank #22 / 354
Solheim Lutheran Home
$15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #110 / 260
$9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #99 / 260
60.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 60.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #70 / 260
555432
Height Street Skilled Care
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Bakersfield
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 148
Rank #162 / 328
89.9%
Facility 89.9%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #129 / 290
+9%
3.83
Facility 3.83
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #200 / 289
B- -24%-9%
$12.7k
Facility $12.7k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #210 / 294
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #238 / 290
2.4
Facility 2.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #20 / 290
489A+
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 60
Rank #117 / 354
Cep Holdings LLC
$12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #163 / 260
$9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #102 / 260
76.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 76.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #23 / 260
555902
St. John Of God Retirement
NH
AL
MC
SNF
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 148
Rank #299 / 328
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #207 / 290
-6%
5.09
Facility 5.09
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #34 / 289
? +1%+21%
$124.4k
Facility $124.4k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #288 / 294
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #252 / 290
4.1
Facility 4.1
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #147 / 290
431-
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 60
Rank #66 / 354
St. John Of God Retirement And Care Center
$26.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $26.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #19 / 260
$15.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $15.8MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #20 / 260
58.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 58.5%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #82 / 260
55253
French Park Care Center
NH
SNF
Santa Ana (French Park)
202
Facility 202
CA AVG 148
Rank #54 / 328
--
3.53
Facility 3.53
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #257 / 289
C +3%-16%
$26.1k
Facility $26.1k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #227 / 294
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #282 / 290
5.2
Facility 5.2
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #206 / 290
135A+
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 60
Rank #47 / 354
Smita Muir
$28.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $28.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #17 / 260
$18.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #10 / 260
63%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 63%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #53 / 260
555103

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Overview of Pasadena Nursing Center

Pasadena Nursing Center, located in Pasadena, CA, is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility providing a range of services from rehabilitation, a variety of therapy services, adult care, psychiatric care, respite care, and skilled nursing services. Their convalescent home provides residents with 24/7 skilled nursing care, wound and pain management, medication management and administration assistance, as well as assistance with daily living activities and mobility.
This skilled nursing center boasts of their quality care as well as amenities and non-medical related services; from meal provisions to physical fitness programs, the residents are well taken care of until they feel better or good enough to start living independently again.

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Overview of Infinity Care of East Los Angeles

Infinity Care of East Los Angeles is a two-story, 99-bed nursing home at 101 S Fickett St in Central LA. Operated by Infinity Care Of East La, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Dignity Health – California Hospital Medical Center is 3.37 miles away.

Occupancy sits at 77%, with 85 of 99 beds filled. The average stay is 167 days, placing this community in mixed territory between short-term rehab and longer-term nursing care. Nursing care totals 3 hours and 17 minutes per resident per day, broken down as 15 minutes of RN time, 1 hour and 3 minutes of LPN/LVN time, and 2 hours and 18 minutes from nurse aides. Two CMS-recognized programs are in place: a Residents Group and an Active Resident Council, both meeting regularly on care quality, facility policies, and day-to-day life.

The Walk Score is 94. Central LA is dense and transit-connected, and a Walker’s Paradise score here is real; restaurants, shops, and bus lines are close, which matters for visiting family and staff commuting from across the city.

Ninety-nine beds, a mixed short-and-long-stay population, Medicare and Medicaid acceptance, and a highly walkable location in one of Los Angeles’s most transit-accessible neighborhoods: that’s the profile this facility presents.

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Overview of El Monte Convalescent Hospital

Nestled in El Monte, California, El Monte Convalescent Hospital is a compassionate, family-owned, and operated establishment that provides senior citizens with nursing, hospice programs, and healthcare services. This facility, boasting 93 beds, is dedicated to delivering skilled medical care 24/7 within a comfortable environment. Embracing diversity, El Monte Convalescent Hospital provides services without regard to religion, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Actively engaged, El Monte Convalescent Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, a Wound Care Program, 24-hour RN Nursing Care, and a Hospice Program. Their multi-lingual staff, proficient in Spanish, Chinese, and Tagalog, ensures effective communication and understanding, fostering an environment where every resident receives personalized and culturally sensitive care. With a commitment to inclusivity, the facility maintains an open-door policy, encouraging family participation to achieve their goal of delivering the highest quality, compassionate healthcare to the communities they serve.

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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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Overview of Golden Modesto

Golden Modesto is a nursing home in Modesto, California, with licensed nursing care for residents whose medical needs require more support than help with daily tasks alone. It has 120 beds, and 93% are occupied, so most of the available space is in use.

Nursing staff time totals 4 hours and 12 minutes per resident each day. That figure represents the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover eligible care and services. Golden Modesto may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing support in a residential setting.

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Overview of Alexandria Care Center

The Alexandria Care Center in Los Angeles is renowned for providing exceptional care to its residents with meticulous attention to detail and dedication. Their team of licensed nursing staff, psychosocial support, exceptional therapists, and a recreation specialist are only some of the excellent services they offer. In addition, the center takes great pride in serving authentic and mouth-watering dishes.

The facility has been serving the Armenian and Korean residents for over 15 years, focusing on their specific needs. They provide various amenities like lounge areas, garden and courtyard, housekeeping and laundry services, salon and barber services, pharmaceutical service, and much more. Its atmosphere is calm and refreshing, providing a welcoming environment that feels like home. This serene ambiance allows residents and visitors to create memories with newfound friends in a comfortable and relaxed haven.

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Overview of Solheim Senior Community

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.

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Overview of Height Street Skilled Care

Set amidst the serene neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA, Height Street Skilled Care is a peaceful senior living community designed to cater to residents who are recovering from illness or hospitalization. The community provides residents a safe healing environment with access to an array of services, including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation and long term care. A compassionate and reliable care and security team is always available to make sure residents are comfortable and secure as they go through their recovery process.

At Height Street Skilled Care, they only employ highly-trusted and skilled employees to make sure residents are provided with excellent services. Residents’ wishes and preferences are also carefully considered when creating their care plans to ensure their usual interests and routines are incorporated into their recovery journey. With extensive services and a home-like atmosphere, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a speedy recovery.

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Overview of St. John of God Retirement

St. John of God Retirement provides skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care in Los Angeles, California. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident maintains their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having these care levels together can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 40 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes studios, one bedroom units, two bedroom units, and semi private rooms. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom unit or semi private room may suit a couple or someone who wants a companion.

An 81 / 100 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public benefit and out of pocket payment routes. Total nurse staffing is 5h 6m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Mary Arjene Aguirre serves as administrator, and St. John of God Retirement And Care Center operates the community.

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Overview of French Park Care Center

French Park Care Center is a 202-bed nursing home in Santa Ana, CA, offering rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and sub-acute unit care. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community prioritizes residents’ comfort and safety. 24/7 skilled nursing, physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and social services are among the services offered to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. The community also offers comprehensive and complex medical care for its sub-acute nursing unit.

Activities and social programs are individualized to match residents’ needs and capabilities. The community’s care team also consists of clinicians, therapists, and medical consultants, who help oversee residents’ overall well-being. With its ideal location in Santa Ana, near the Santa Ana Fwy, the community is easily accessible. This nursing home is an ideal option for senior living in California, particularly those seeking comprehensive care in their later years.

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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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • 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.

Nursing Homes in California at a glance

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