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Our editorial team analyzed 346 nursing homes in CA using 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.
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Highland Palms Healthcare Center is a trusted community situated near Loma Linda Medical Center in Highland, CA, that offers nursing care and rehabilitation. With top-notch care and assistance around the clock, residents receive personalized care tailored to their needs and preferences. As a Medicare and Medicaid-certified community, the community strives to provide the highest quality of life while staying on a budget.
Families are also welcome to visit their loved ones, especially with the community’s cozy and beautiful communal spaces. Here, residents enjoy delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is 4-star rated by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services, ensuring a trustworthy and exceptional quality of care.
Pine Creek Care Center, located in Roseville, CA, is a premier skilled nursing facility offering nursing services, rehabilitation services and social services. They offer Medicare and Medicaid certified beds, and 24/7 nurse availability for supervision and assistance. The residents are provided individualized care where they may receive medication management & education, restorative nursing, dementia care, as well as hospice care.
Other skilled nursing services Pine Creek Care Center offers include nutrition & hydration programs, diabetic management, and laboratory services. Their experienced nurses can also help in managing and monitoring blood glucose, exercise planning, as well as meal planning.
Situated in Santa Rosa, California, Summerfield Healthcare Center stands out as a cutting-edge nursing home with top-tier ratings, thanks to its state-of-the-art facilities featuring high-tech, innovative technology, and hands-on therapeutic approaches. The services provided go beyond enhancing the physical well-being of residents, extending to creating a welcoming home environment. The facility boasts meticulously designed outdoor spaces and comfortable rooms adorned with beautiful artworks, adding a distinct personality to the surroundings.
Residents benefit from a high caliber of service delivered by an interdisciplinary care team. This vibrant and colorful community not only encourages an active lifestyle but also exudes a classic charm, providing seniors an ideal place to recuperate and enjoy fulfilling golden years. With a focus on nursing home care and qualifications, Summerfield Healthcare Center is dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching senior living experience that aligns seamlessly with the diverse needs of its residents.
Maintain your independence while receiving compassionate care from Hillcrest Care, a warm and inviting community in Arrowhead Farms, CA, offering top-tier assisted living services. Residents here have access to 24/7 daily living assistance and skilled nursing care depending on their care needs. With medication management assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents have fewer worries and can focus more of their time doing the things they enjoy.
Accommodations here are beautifully decorated to foster a cozy and residential-like environment with telephone service and satellite television for their comfort. Residents can also participate in an array of fun and engaging activities to keep them active, entertained, and stimulated. With fresh and nutritious meals served every day, residents can easily maintain their health and nutrition. At Hillcrest Care, residents can enjoy their peace of mind knowing that the conveniences they need are within easy reach.
Sunny View in Cupertino stands as a testament to exceptional senior living within the heart of Silicon Valley’s innovation hub. This vibrant community offers a spectrum of living options, from independent living to assisted living and memory care, all within a stunning and meticulously landscaped setting.
With a focus on individual well-being and a dedication to providing personalized care, Sunny View stands as a haven where residents not only receive exceptional support but also thrive in an atmosphere that values connection, vitality, and the spirit of innovation.
Ideally located near Ventura County Medical Center on Loma Vista Road, Ventura, CA, Ventura Post Acute is a trusted community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Alongside 71 cozy and purposely designed accommodations, top-notch care and assistance are provided 24/7 to meet residents’ special needs. The community also strives to promote a welcoming and nurturing environment for residents to feel at ease and easily adapt to their surroundings.
Aside from their healthcare needs, residents are encouraged to live actively with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities tailored to their leisure and wellness. With comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy, the community strives to enhance residents’ living experiences. Here, residents also enjoy delightful and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those seeking supplementary care to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its purposely designed amenities and inviting spaces.
Enjoy a worry-free retirement with Arrowhead Springs Healthcare Center, a distinct community in San Bernardino, CA, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. Here, residents experience the highest quality of care and support based on their needs and preferences with a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also accepts Medicare and Medicaid to help ease residents’ financial challenges.
Aside from their healthcare needs, the community also strives to keep residents happy and socially engaged with a carefully curated calendar of fun activities and enriching programs. With innovative and state-of-the-art approaches, residents can keep peace of mind and live comfortably in their golden years. The community is ideal for those who need supplementary care, especially with its dedicated services and nurturing environment.
Cloverdale Healthcare Center is where residents thrive; they provide quality caregiving for long-term skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build mutual trust that helps with an effective recovery and engaging experience. Families can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands because of the dedicated team of professionals. Cloverdale is ideal for seniors looking for a homelike setting in a nurturing environment.
The nursing home aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness and continue to maintain an active lifestyle. They house state-of-the-art technologies balanced with a comprehensive care plan that helps recover a range of medical conditions– wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, and pulmonary programs, as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
Niles Canyon, located in Fremont, CA, is a post acute care facility offering nursing, rehabilitation and post acute care services to its residents. This care facility’s nursing services aims to provide residents services that can improve their medical conditions. Each resident is also provided individual care plans, to ensure that their specific healthcare needs are met. This includes providing the residents with round the clock skilled nursing care, medication management and education, and mental health services. Other services they offer include wound care and infection prevention, nutrition and hydration program, and therapy services. Additionally, all the care providers are licensed and are constantly training, to ensure that the care they provide their residents keeps improving.
Overview of Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
Make every moment of your best years count with Oakland Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation in East 29th Street, Oakland, CA, which focuses on skilled care and rehabilitation. These include dementia care, specialized wound care, pain management, diabetic management, hospice programs, and respite stays. The community also provides mental health services to ensure residents’ well-being.
With fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to do the things they truly enjoy and interact with various people. Here, delightful and healthy meals await residents every mealtime, ensuring they have the finest dining experience. Oakland Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation strives to provide a haven where seniors are cared for while retaining their independence.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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.
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