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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

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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 Palomar Vista Healthcare Center

Palomar Vista Healthcare Center is a highly regarded nursing home in Escondido, CA, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and cardiac care. The community ensures older adults are treated well in its compassionate and welcoming setting. 24-hour care, recreational activities, and therapies are also provided to help residents recover and live comfortably. Through a holistic approach to care, the community ensures residents receive the best possible care for their unique needs and preferences.

Trips to the mall, arts and crafts, and lecture series provide residents with more opportunities to explore and have fun. With state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, lively gathering areas, and spacious outdoors, residents can focus on their wellness and rest comfortably. Situated near health service providers, bus stops, restaurants, and shops in Escondido, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. Providing exceptional services and top-notch amenities, this nursing home is one of the finest options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Delano District Skilled Nursing

Delano District Skilled Nursing is a top-rated nursing home in Delano, CA, that specializes in nursing care. With its clean and thoughtfully designed setting, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. Housekeeping, three well-balanced meals, and social services are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also focuses on residents’ holistic wellness, providing care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Monthly trips, creative activities, and fitness programs allow residents to connect with friends and explore new interests. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy also help residents recover and return to their routines with ease. Adventist Health Delano, Delano Heritage Park, and public transportation are also located nearby, ensuring convenient access to healthcare and leisure. As one of the best choices for senior living in California, this nursing home continuously provides exceptional care to help older adults thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center

Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center is a highly-rated nursing home in Sunnyvale, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community also continuously promotes a warm and inviting environment, ensuring older adults live comfortably in retirement. Residents also receive high-quality services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and therapy services. With a well-trained, multi-disciplinary team, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Social events, light exercises, and a variety of activities help residents maintain their holistic wellness. Residents can also connect with friends and relax in its spacious courtyards and lively common areas. Situated near a major highway and healthcare providers in the serene neighborhood of Sunnyvale, the community is easily accessible. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its exceptional quality of care.

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Overview of Kern River Transitional Care

Kern River Transitional Care is a dedicated nursing home in Bakersfield, CA, that offers skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults are well-cared for. Residents also receive the right care for their needs with 24-hour care, assistance with personal hygiene, and social services. Through a resident-centered approach, the community strives to provide exceptional standards of care to help improve residents’ quality of life.

Themed events, light exercises, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. An expansive rehabilitation gym, spacious courtyards, and cozy communal spaces also help enrich residents’ living experiences. With its ideal location near the 99 freeway and Olive Drive in Bakersfield, residents have convenient travel access. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California, especially with its high-quality care.

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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 Cupertino Healthcare & Wellness

Cupertino Healthcare & Wellness is a nursing home in Cupertino, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Promoting a compassionate and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. With 24-hour care, nutritious meals, laundry, and transportation services, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities. The community also focuses on a team-based approach with its multidisciplinary team, ensuring residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably in retirement.

Pet therapy, group outings, and games are just some of the recreational programs that aim to provide residents with emotional support and encourage them to stay active. Residents can also relax and talk to friends in the spacious courtyard or beautiful patio areas. With its serene setting in the peaceful Cupertino neighborhood, residents experience a stress-free retirement. This nursing home has high standards of care and top-notch amenities, making it one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Burbank Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center

Burbank Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Burbank, CA, is a nursing home that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Fostering comfort and healing, the community features upscale amenities in a nurturing setting. With 24-hour care, social services, and scheduled transportation, residents receive exceptional care to live comfortably in retirement. Combining a resident-centered and family-inclusive approach to care, the community strives to understand residents’ needs and habits to help them recover.

Fun gatherings, fitness programs, and sensory games ensure residents can interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also relax, especially with its lively gathering areas and cozy rooms. Surrounded by restaurants and shops in the serene residential area of Burbank, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it one of the trusted options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Avalon Villa Care Center

Peacefully nestled near Magic Johnson Park in Los Angeles, CA, Avalon Villa Care Center is an exceptional community that focuses on skilled nursing. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team that helps with their personal needs around the clock. Thoughtfully designed and sophisticated accommodations are provided, so residents feel at ease during their stay.

Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ leisure and wellness are also taken into consideration, conducting fun recreational activities and exciting events. Rehabilitation and therapy services are also available to enhance residents’ living experiences. This Medicare-certified community is a good option for those looking for a wide range of care to live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of New Orange Hills

New Orange Hills is a well-recognized nursing home in Orange, CA, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Here, older adults can ease their worries in a nurturing, welcoming environment. Residents also experience worry-free living, with 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and recreational activities. Working closely with residents, their families, and physicians, the community provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Arts and crafts, lecture series, and ice cream socials provide residents with more opportunities to continue learning and stay active. Well-lit spaces, innovative rehabilitation equipment, and thoughtfully curated amenities also ensure residents can focus on their recovery. Situated in the quiet residential area of Orange, near bus stops, the community guarantees a laid-back lifestyle. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Desert Canyon Post Acute

Desert Canyon Post Acute is a nursing home in Lancaster, CA, offering comprehensive nursing services and rehabilitation. Here, older adults are well-cared for, especially with its supportive and home-like environment. Aside from high-quality care options, personal laundry, daily housekeeping, dietitian-approved meals, and social services are also provided, so residents experience a maintenance-free living. Dedicated to residents’ holistic well-being, personalized care plans are also provided to meet their needs and preferences.

Memory programs, musical performances, and stretching exercises aim to enhance residents’ cognition and encourage them to have fun. A beauty and barber shop and patio areas also help lift residents’ moods and rest comfortably. Situated next to the Antelope Valley Medical Center, as well as bus stops in Lancaster, the community provides convenient access to their medical needs and travel. With excellent services and top-notch amenities, this nursing home is a good option for senior living 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.