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Overview of Arroyo Vista Nursing Center

Arroyo Vista Nursing Center is a 53 bed nursing home in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, California, offering skilled nursing care. Its smaller size may suit someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are on site around the clock for residents who need ongoing clinical support.

Rehabilitation services are available, so residents can receive rehabilitation as part of the care offered at the center. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 25 minutes per resident each day, representing the total daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay.

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Overview of Mary Health of the Sick

Mary Health of the Sick is a non-profit nursing home in Thousand Oaks, CA, offering skilled nursing and therapy services. Featuring thoughtfully furnished rooms in a warm and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and safety. Residents also receive exceptional services, including nutritious meals, laundry, and social services. As a non-sectarian community, the community strives to ease residents’ discomfort and pain.

Games, news updates, and musical performances foster engagement and encourage residents to stay active. A beauty salon, a cozy nook, and the Ebensteiner Garden and Courtyard also ensure residents can rest and interact with their surroundings comfortably. Residents also have a laid-back lifestyle, as it is ideally situated in the peaceful residential area of Thousand Oaks. This nursing home is an excellent choice for senior living in California, especially with its commitment to older adults’ well-being.

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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.

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Overview of Marina Garden Nursing Center

Marina Garden Nursing Center provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care in Alameda, CA. Skilled nursing and nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, while respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The home has 32 beds and offers private and semi private rooms. A private room gives one resident a room alone, while a semi private room is shared with another resident. The community may be a good fit for someone needing skilled nursing, hospice support, or temporary care.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 36 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can help cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.

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Overview of Woodside Healthcare Center

Woodside Healthcare Center provides skilled nursing, nursing care, nursing home services, and respite care in Sacramento, CA. Skilled nursing means licensed nurses are available on site around the clock. Respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

Opened in 1986, the center has 58 beds. Its smaller size gives staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller community. Semi private and private rooms are available, so residents can choose between sharing a room and having a single private living space.

Rehabilitation services are available for residents working toward their highest practical level of function. Rehabilitation can therefore be part of the care experience at the center. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 35 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid provides a payment path when savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Private pay means paying directly. Alicia Portela serves as the director.

Grooming services are available at the center. Life enrichment and entertainment give residents activities to take part in, while spiritual support and patient and family support are available to residents and their families. Woodside may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care, short term rehabilitation, or a temporary stay while a family caregiver travels or recovers.

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Overview of University Post-Acute Rehab

University Post-Acute Rehab provides nursing home care, memory care, and skilled nursing in Sacramento, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. The combination is a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow while remaining in the same community. There are 59 beds, creating a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Private rooms accommodate one resident, while semi-private rooms provide shared accommodation. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. The community has a Walk Score of 69 / 100, described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage limited outings independently. Total nurse staffing is 4h 14m per resident per day, representing that amount of nursing time allocated to each resident across a day.

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Overview of Niles Canyon Post Acute

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.

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Overview of Grand Terrace Health Care Center

Grand Terrace Health Care Center in Grand Terrace, California, provides round-the-clock skilled nursing alongside on-site rehabilitation. Licensed medical personnel maintain continuous daily oversight, while dedicated physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs allow residents to work through recovery goals directly inside the building following an injury, surgery, or acute illness.

Housing across the 59-bed property consists of private rooms and shared semi-private layouts. Daily hands-on care averages 3 hours and 58 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident. Accepted payment structures cover Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Older adults seeking short-term rehabilitative stays or long-term nursing care can contact Grand Terrace Health Care Center to ask questions or set up a visit.

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Overview of Coastal View Healthcare Center

Coastal View Healthcare Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and hospice care in Ventura, CA. Licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock through skilled nursing, while hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care. The range of services suits someone whose needs call for ongoing nursing support and hospice care in the same setting.

The center has 96 beds, with private and shared rooms available. A private room gives one resident an individual space, while a shared room places a resident with another person. Total nurse staffing is 3h 57m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a long stay when savings may not be sufficient, and private pay means the family pays directly.

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Overview of Belmont Healthcare Center

Belmont Healthcare Center is a 74-bed nursing home in Belmont, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay, especially with its small-town setting. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and recreational programs, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Through individualized care plans, residents receive exceptional care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Light physical exercises, games, and social events provide residents with more opportunities for residents to try out new things and create meaningful moments. Accessible hallways and spacious living areas also ensure residents can rest and move around safely. Set near Hidden Canyon Park, walking trails, and beautiful bays in Belmont, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Nursing Homes in California at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.3/ 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