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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

Compare Nursing Homes around California

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
SNF
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
$14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #210 / 355
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #164 / 355
56.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 56.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #82 / 355
555857
The Reutlinger Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
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
$21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #123 / 355
$11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #45 / 355
54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #48 / 355
55534
Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 103
Rank #16 / 1657
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #817 / 1537
-11%
6.62
Facility 6.62
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #7 / 354
+3%+57%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #24 / 361
5.3
Facility 5.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #265 / 361
-38-
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1474 / 2092
Congregational Homes
$5.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #21 / 355
$18.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #13 / 355
306%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
Facility 306%Fiscal year ending 09/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #229 / 355
55016
O‘Connor Woods
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 103
Rank #23 / 1657
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #863 / 1537
-13%
4.69
Facility 4.69
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #69 / 354
+42%+11%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #196 / 361
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #169 / 361
-67-
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1826 / 2092
O'connor Woods Housing Corp
$34.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $34.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #26 / 355
$15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #18 / 355
45.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 45.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #229 / 355
555713
Vi at La Jolla Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 103
Rank #5 / 1657
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #974 / 1537
-18%
5.26
Facility 5.26
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #27 / 354
+43%+25%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1401
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #22 / 361
2.1
Facility 2.1
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #11 / 361
-543-
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2092
Cc-La Jolla, Inc
$10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #5 / 355
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #117 / 355
91.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 91.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #354 / 355
555793
Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
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
-
$11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #225 / 355
$6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #212 / 355
61%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #127 / 355
56151
Highland Palms Healthcare Center
NH
SNF
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
$18.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #85 / 355
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #187 / 355
44.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 44.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #338 / 355
56024
Canterbury Woods
NH
AL
IL
SNF
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
$3.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $3.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #179 / 355
$5.7MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #255 / 355
176.7%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 176.7%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #305 / 355
55303
Carlsbad By The Sea Care Center
NH
SNF
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Village)
224
Facility 224
CA AVG 103
Rank #115 / 1657
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #463 / 1537
0%
5.00
Facility 5.00
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #44 / 354
0%+18%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #12 / 361
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #169 / 361
-190A+
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2092
Paula Digerness
$6.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #86 / 355
$8.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $8.0MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #158 / 355
128.1%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 128.1%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #323 / 355
56496
Webster House
NH
AL
IL
SNF
Palo Alto (Crescent Park)
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 103
Rank #1123 / 1657
90.7%
Facility 90.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #300 / 1537
+7%
4.93
Facility 4.93
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #53 / 354
+21%+17%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #64 / 361
5.8
Facility 5.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #289 / 361
-49-
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 57
Rank #171 / 2092
Elvyra Abare
$10.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $10.2MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #163 / 355
$7.8MFiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility $7.8MFiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #168 / 355
76.2%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
Facility 76.2%Fiscal year ending 03/2024
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #169 / 355
555156
Pine Creek Care Center
NH
MC
SNF
Roseville (Cirby Side)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
96.0%
Facility 96.0%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #177 / 1537
+13%
3.65
Facility 3.65
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #245 / 354
-19%-13%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #72 / 361
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #169 / 361
-95B-
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 57
Rank #1392 / 2092
Bradley Truhar
$22.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $22.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #77 / 355
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #73 / 355
48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #235 / 355
555801
Vi at Palo Alto
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 103
Rank #1 / 1657
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #875 / 1537
-14%
5.11
Facility 5.11
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #40 / 354
+28%+21%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1401
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #33 / 361
3.0
Facility 3.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #65 / 361
1640-
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #417 / 2092
Cary Maslow
$15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #2 / 355
$10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #65 / 355
70.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #355 / 355
555835
Summerfield Healthcare Center
NH
SNF
Santa Rosa
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #1001 / 1657
86.6%
Facility 86.6%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #421 / 1537
+2%
3.98
Facility 3.98
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #184 / 354
+29%-6%
$3.1k
Facility $3.1k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #210 / 362
-
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #47 / 361
3.0
Facility 3.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #65 / 361
-53A
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 57
Rank #1370 / 2092
Cason Bush
$14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #287 / 355
$7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #210 / 355
51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #10 / 355
56364
Ventura Post Acute
NH
HOS
SNF
Ventura
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 103
Rank #998 / 1657
91.2%
Facility 91.2%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #290 / 1537
+8%
4.80
Facility 4.80
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #60 / 354
-34%+14%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #33 / 361
3.0
Facility 3.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #65 / 361
165-
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #888 / 2092
-
$11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #274 / 355
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #211 / 355
62.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #21 / 355
55719
Vista Manor Nursing Center
NH
SNF
San Jose (Alum Rock)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
75.9%
Facility 75.9%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #802 / 1537
-10%
4.07
Facility 4.07
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #160 / 354
-28%-4%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #72 / 361
4.8
Facility 4.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #232 / 361
-86A+
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #740 / 2092
-
$17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #199 / 355
$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #152 / 355
47.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #88 / 355
555483
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Overview of Mid-Wilshire Health Care Center

Mid-Wilshire Health Care Center is a two-story nursing home and nursing care community at 676 S Bonnie Brae St in the Westlake neighborhood of Los Angeles. Best Health Services LLC owns and operates it. The building has been running for 56 years.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted. PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital is less than half a mile away.

There are 80 beds, with 72 currently occupied, putting occupancy at 81.6%. The average stay is 148 days, which puts this community firmly in short-to-medium-term territory rather than long-term placement. Nursing care totals 3 hours and 40 minutes per resident per day: 37 minutes from an RN, 23 minutes from an LPN or LVN, and 2 hours and 21 minutes from a nurse aide.

On the engagement side, a Residents Group and an Active Resident Council are both active and CMS-recognized, meeting regularly on care quality, facility policies, and daily life. Fitness and recreation programming is available.

The Walk Score is 96. That’s Walker’s Paradise territory, and in the Westlake area it’s genuine: the neighborhood is dense, transit-accessible, and walkable for visiting family or staff commuting by bus.

At 56 years of operating history, a sub-half-mile hospital, and Medicare and Medicaid acceptance, Mid-Wilshire has the structural basics for a short-stay rehabilitation or nursing care placement in central Los Angeles.

Contact Mid-Wilshire Health Care Center

Overview of San Francisco Health Care and Rehab

San Francisco Health Care is a renowned nursing home in San Francisco, CA, that offers nursing services, therapy, mental health services, and other medical services. With 24-hour care options, older adults receive the utmost attention for their comfort and safety. X-ray, housekeeping, and pharmacy services are just some of the community’s unique offerings, dedicated to improving older adults’ quality of life. The community also strives to promote diversity and inclusivity with a multilingual team and a welcoming setting, ensuring older adults feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Parties, light exercises, and community events are conducted to encourage residents to make new friends and have fun. A restaurant-style dining is also provided, so residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Occupational, speech, and physical therapy are also provided to help residents go back to their routines. As one of San Francisco’s trusted nursing homes, this senior living community makes a good option for those seeking a wide range of care for their healthcare needs.

Contact San Francisco Health Care and Rehab Inc.

Stockton Nursing Center

4545 Shelley Ct, Stockton, CA 95207
Overview of Stockton Nursing Center

Located at 1801 N. California St. in Stockton, California, Stockton Nursing Center is dedicated to providing exceptional skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care services in a compassionate and comfortable environment. With a mission to treat every patient with the utmost care and respect, the center’s team of professionals crafts tailored solutions to ensure each individual receives the best possible service. Recognizing the importance of a healing environment, Stockton Nursing Center surrounds its residents with soothing views and a family-like atmosphere.

The center’s comprehensive treatment plan includes 24-hour skilled nursing care, specialized rehabilitation therapies, and a collaborative approach to create personalized, nurturing care plans that address the unique needs of each guest. Stockton Nursing Center’s skilled team of licensed nurses, therapists, social workers, and activities coordinators work together to facilitate a swift and effective recovery, with a focus on promoting overall well-being and independence. By providing a relaxed and comfortable setting, the center aims to support its residents’ complete healing and help them continue enjoying the lives they love.

Contact Stockton Nursing Center

Overview of Artesia Christian Home

Discover Artesia Christian Home, a compassionate haven located in Artesia, California. This Christian-centered residence offers a comprehensive array of senior living options, including assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and independent living. Operating as a nonprofit organization, this facility is dedicated to providing exceptional care that genuinely puts residents’ well-being at the forefront. With a rich history dating back to 1951, their longstanding commitment to Christlike compassion has stood the test of time.

They hold a deep belief in the unique strengths and interests of each resident, ensuring that personalized attention is at the heart of their care philosophy. With 65 assisted living apartments, this cozy haven caters to seniors aged 65 and above, and offers additional levels of care to meet individual needs. The facility boasts a charming design that creates an ideal environment, inviting residents to experience comfort, security, and a genuine sense of belonging.

Contact Artesia Christian Home

Overview of Kei-Ai Los Angeles Healthcare Center

Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center is located in close proximity to LAC+USC medical center, providing a reassuring sense of safety and convenience for its residents. This distinguished healthcare center takes pride in providing exceptional care that surpasses the ordinary, with a luxurious standard that sets them apart from the rest. The facility has exceptional customized care plans, meticulously crafted to meet the unique and specific needs of each resident. A range of therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and caregiver training, are available to ensure comprehensive and holistic care.

Apart from these therapies, Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center offers an array of services such as wound care, IV therapy, dementia care, laboratory testing, bowel and bladder programs, off-site dialysis, nutrition and hydration programs, and more. They also provide an array of engaging activities, such as board games, social events, art therapy, outings, and needlework. At Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center, residents can find comfort in the knowledge that they are under the care of compassionate and dedicated professionals.

Contact Kei-Ai Los Angeles Healthcare Center

Overview of Park Avenue Healthcare & Wellness Centre

Park Avenue Healthcare & Wellness Center is a large healthcare facility located in Pomona, CA, dedicated to providing quality skilled nursing services to their residents. Their team of specialists including licensed nurses, therapists, social workers and activities coordinators works together to create comprehensive, individualized treatment plans intended to restore the residents to the fullest potential.

The residents of Park Avenue Healthcare & Wellness Center also offer a variety of therapy options. Physical therapy helps reduce pain and fall risk through stretches and gait training. Occupational therapy helps improve daily functionability, and speech therapy helps improve or retain speaking ability after an injury or illness.

Contact Park Avenue Healthcare & Wellness Centre

Overview of Alvarado Care Center

In the heart of Los Angeles, California, Alvarado Care Center emerges as a distinguished nursing and rehabilitation center committed to delivering unparalleled quality care. Their dedication to excellence is evident in the meticulously remodeled patient rooms designed to offer residents an elevated standard of comfort. Whether individuals seek short-term rehabilitation following surgery, fractures, or stroke, or require long-term care, Alvarado Care Center transforms into a second family.

Residents at Alvarado Care Center indulge in delectable meals, engaging daily activities, and the support of an attentive staff prioritizing their overall well-being. At the core of Alvarado Care Center’s commitment is a state-of-the-art rehab room curated to provide residents with the highest level of care through expert-level clinicians and therapists. Alvarado Care Center becomes a haven where healing, comfort, and a sense of community seamlessly converge within its walls.

Contact Alvarado Care Center

Sharon Care Center

8167 W 3Rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Overview of Sharon Care Center

Sharon Care Center has been running skilled nursing at 8167 W 3rd St in Los Angeles for 19 years, and at 87.2% occupancy across 86 beds, it’s clearly not sitting empty. The average stay is 96 days, which is the clearest signal of what this place actually is: a post-acute facility where most people come to recover and move on, not a place most residents stay permanently.

The neighborhood scores a 95 on the Walk Score scale, which in LA terms is genuinely rare. Walker’s paradise means pharmacies, food, and daily errands are all on foot; no circling for parking, no rideshare wait, which matters more than it sounds when you’re visiting someone in a nursing facility regularly.

Staffing runs 3 hours and 45 minutes of total nursing care per resident per day, split across registered nurses, LPNs, LVNs, and nurse aides. Ms. Larisa Machneva is the administrator. The care model covers skilled nursing, hospice, and respite stays, so the facility handles both people who are recovering from something acute and people who are at end of life; different populations, same building.

Sharon Care Center takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which covers the main financial pathways families are usually working with when a hospital discharge is driving the timeline.

Taken together, 87.2% occupancy, a 96-day average stay, and all three major payment types accepted show this is a facility that sees steady use and is financially reachable across most coverage situations. For a short-term skilled nursing placement in central LA, the practical barriers here are low.

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Overview of Bakersfield Post Acute

Nestled in Bakersfield, California, Bakersfield Post Acute is a dependable senior care provider that offers an excellent array of rehabilitation and long-term care services. They feature a reliable team of professionals to care for residents after their surgery, illness, or injury, helping them enjoy a speedy recovery. The community provides each resident with comfortable accommodations that give them the comfort and privacy they need to heal, combined with round the clock care from skilled and dependable nurses.

At Bakersfield Post Acute, they strive to create an environment where residents can stay for as long as they need to heal successfully with all the comforts of home and the convenience of excellent care services. The community also conducts a wide variety of activities to make sure residents stay active and engaged. Residents are also offered support after their discharge to make sure they can safely return to their home and routines.

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Golden Sonora Care Center

19929 Greenley Rd, Sonora, CA 95370
Overview of Golden Sonora Care Center

Golden Sonora Care Center, which can be found in serene Sonora, CA, is dedicated to providing a wide range of skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. With a mission to offer resident-centered care, Golden Sonora Care Center has built a reputation for excellence and compassion in the community. At Golden Sonora Care Center, the focus is on creating a comfortable and nurturing environment where residents receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Whether residents require short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, the dedicated team designs individualized care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.

The center offers comprehensive services including 24-hour licensed nursing care, hospice and palliative care, respite care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and restorative therapy. Golden Sonora Care Center also provides a range of supportive services including prescription and non-prescription drug services, family support services, comfort care, pain management, meals and dining services, beautician services, recreation and activities, housekeeping, laundry, and linen services. Guided by core values of respect, compassion, cooperation, and wisdom, Golden Sonora Care Center aims to be a premier provider of both short-term rehabilitative services and long-term care in California.

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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.