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Best Nursing Homes in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 344 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
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
$14.8M
Facility $14.8M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #210 / 355
$8.4M
Facility $8.4M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #164 / 355
56.8%
Facility 56.8%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #82 / 355
555857
Bayshire Carlsbad
NH
AL
IL
MC
Carlsbad (Palamai)
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #526 / 1657
93.6%
Facility 93.6%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #225 / 1537
+11%
3.24
Facility 3.24
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #336 / 354
+54%-23%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 81
Rank #881 / 1401
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
4.3
Facility 4.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #196 / 361
-117A+
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #1088 / 2092
Skilled Camino LLC
$12.9M
Facility $12.9M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #263 / 355
$5.1M
Facility $5.1M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #285 / 355
39.7%
Facility 39.7%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #201 / 355
555745
The Reutlinger Community
NH
AL
IL
MC
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
$21.7M
Facility $21.7M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #123 / 355
$11.8M
Facility $11.8M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #45 / 355
54.6%
Facility 54.6%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #48 / 355
55534
Heritage Gardens
NH
AL
IL
MC
Loma Linda
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #1051 / 1657
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #437 / 1537
+1%
4.44
Facility 4.44
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #105 / 354
-14%+5%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 81
Rank #1079 / 1401
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #204 / 361
3.8
Facility 3.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #152 / 361
155A+
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 57
Rank #1422 / 2092
Cotton Family Revocable Trust
$12.3M
Facility $12.3M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #241 / 355
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #235 / 355
51%
Facility 51%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #150 / 355
55183
Highland Palms Healthcare Center
NH
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
$18.5M
Facility $18.5M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #85 / 355
$8.2M
Facility $8.2M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #187 / 355
44.2%
Facility 44.2%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #338 / 355
56024
Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton
NH
HC
RC
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
-
$11.0M
Facility $11.0M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #225 / 355
$6.7M
Facility $6.7M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #212 / 355
61%
Facility 61%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #127 / 355
56151
Bayshire Rancho Mirage
NH
AL
IL
MC
Rancho Mirage
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 103
Rank #462 / 1657
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #497 / 1537
-1%
3.17
Facility 3.17
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #336 / 354
-51%-25%
$15.5k
Facility $15.5k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #260 / 362
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 81
Rank #973 / 1401
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #164 / 361
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #90 / 361
-113A+
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 57
Rank #1811 / 2092
Skilled Mirage LLC
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #256 / 355
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #294 / 355
44.1%
Facility 44.1%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #244 / 355
555775
Bayberry Skilled Nursing & Healthcare Center
NH
MC
RC
Concord (Adobe Street)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
67.8%
Facility 67.8%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #1010 / 1537
-20%
5.01
Facility 5.01
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #44 / 354
-37%+19%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #33 / 361
4.5
Facility 4.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #210 / 361
-81A+
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2092
Gianelle Kaliangara
$10.5M
Facility $10.5M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #259 / 355
$6.5M
Facility $6.5M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #160 / 355
61.5%
Facility 61.5%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #14 / 355
56260
Canterbury Woods
NH
AL
IL
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
$3.2M
Facility $3.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #179 / 355
$5.7M
Facility $5.7M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #255 / 355
176.7%
Facility 176.7%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #305 / 355
55303
Palm Terrace Care Center
NH
NC
Riverside (La Sierra Hills)
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 103
Rank #998 / 1657
88.1%
Facility 88.1%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #374 / 1537
+4%
3.75
Facility 3.75
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #245 / 354
-9%-11%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
4.3
Facility 4.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #196 / 361
-66A
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 57
Rank #1874 / 2092
-
$14.2M
Facility $14.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #237 / 355
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #223 / 355
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #141 / 355
555365
Arlington Gardens Care Center
NH
NC
Riverside (La Sierra)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
99.0%
Facility 99.0%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #156 / 1537
+17%
3.01
Facility 3.01
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #351 / 354
-35%-29%
$8.3k
Facility $8.3k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #230 / 362
-
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #277 / 361
2.5
Facility 2.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #33 / 361
196A+
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 57
Rank #642 / 2092
Sivaraman Gounder
$24.2M
Facility $24.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #53 / 355
$10.9M
Facility $10.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #103 / 355
44.8%
Facility 44.8%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #323 / 355
56485
Grand Park Convalescent Hospital
NH
Los Angeles (Westlake)
151
Facility 151
CA AVG 103
Rank #339 / 1657
87.3%
Facility 87.3%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #401 / 1537
+3%- -20%-
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #148 / 361
4.0
Facility 4.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #169 / 361
-145A+
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 57
Rank #29 / 2092
Barry Kohn
$18.9M
Facility $18.9M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #43 / 355
$10.4M
Facility $10.4M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #82 / 355
55.1%
Facility 55.1%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #318 / 355
56244
Rancho Mirage Health and Rehabilitation Center
NH
HC
NC
RC
Rancho Mirage (Vista Del Sol)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #360 / 1537
+5%
4.19
Facility 4.19
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #138 / 354
-28%-1%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #210 / 361
3.3
Facility 3.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #90 / 361
-100A+
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 57
Rank #1584 / 2092
-
$14.5M
Facility $14.5M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #193 / 355
$7.9M
Facility $7.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #167 / 355
54.3%
Facility 54.3%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #122 / 355
555247
Riverwalk Post Acute
NH
HC
Riverside (Arlington)
146
Facility 146
CA AVG 103
Rank #385 / 1657
--
3.41
Facility 3.41
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #316 / 354
-47%-19%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #263 / 361
2.4
Facility 2.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #25 / 361
-6A+
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #740 / 2092
Calvin Patel
$23.4M
Facility $23.4M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #44 / 355
$11.9M
Facility $11.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #76 / 355
51%
Facility 51%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #307 / 355
555017
St. Paul’s Towers
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
Oakland (Adams Point)
320
Facility 320
CA AVG 103
Rank #51 / 1657
74.7%
Facility 74.7%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #839 / 1537
-12%
4.65
Facility 4.65
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #69 / 354
-12%+10%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1401
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #40 / 361
6.7
Facility 6.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #320 / 361
-239A
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2092
Front Porch Communities And Services
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #38 / 355
$9.6M
Facility $9.6M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #111 / 355
160%
Facility 160%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #335 / 355
55156
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San Juan Hills Healthcare Center

31741 Rancho Viejo Rd B, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Overview of San Juan Hills Healthcare Center

San Juan Hills Healthcare Center is an award-winning nursing home in San Juan Capistrano, CA, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice services. Here, older adults can feel at ease during their stay in a compassionate and welcoming environment. 24-hour care, nutrition programs, and transportation services are also offered to improve residents’ living experiences. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care tailored to their unique needs and habits through individualized care plans.

Social events, light exercises, and a variety of games ensure residents can live actively and have fun. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can recover well. Situated near Ortega Highway 74 and Interstate 5 in San Juan Capistrano, the community ensures accessibility. This nursing home is one of the finest options for senior living in California, especially with its commitment to helping older adults thrive 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 Anaheim Crest Nursing Center

Anaheim Crest Nursing Center is a nursing home in Anaheim, CA, offering comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With its supportive setting, the community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay. A specialized Korean care unit, therapies, and well-balanced meals are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. Individualized care plans are also created for each resident to ensure their recovery and wellness.

Fun gatherings and recreational activities allow residents to make friends and gain meaningful experiences. Families are also encouraged to visit their loved ones to prevent loneliness. West Anaheim Medical Center, Anaheim Medical Plaza, and bus stops are also available in the area, providing residents with quick access to their necessities. Dedicated to older adults’ well-being, this nursing home is one of the best choices for senior living in California.

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Overview of Pacific Villas Post Acute

Pacific Villas Post Acute is a nursing home in Oceanside, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. Social services, dietitian-approved meals, pain management, restorative nursing program, respiratory therapy, physical, occupational, and speech therapy are among the comprehensive services provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. The community also provides 24-hour care with licensed nurses to ensure residents are well-cared for.

Musical performances, parties, and fitness programs are just some of the activities conducted to promote socialization and help residents maintain holistic wellness. An expansive rehabilitation gym, courtyards, and common areas are also available on-site. With the 78 freeway and Tri-City Medical Center nearby, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California, especially with its wide range of services.

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Overview of La Paloma Healthcare Center

Pacific Villas Post Acute in Oceanside, CA, is a nursing home that offers a wide range of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. With its warm and nurturing environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind in retirement. 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and social services are also offered, so residents experience a worry-free lifestyle. Alongside plenty of specialized care, personalized care plans are also provided to help residents return to their routines and live to their potential.

Musical performances, stretching, special events, and field trips are just some of the activities that residents can participate in to stay active and make friends. Cozy communal areas and thoughtfully furnished rooms are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have quick access to healthcare and other necessities, with Tri-City Medical Park, Med-Care Plarmacy, restaurants, shops, and bus stops located in the area. Providing high standards of care and well-maintained amenities, this nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Vista Knoll Specialized Care

Vista Knoll Specialized Care is a nursing home in Vista, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Promoting a supportive and welcoming environment, the community goes above and beyond to help older adults live comfortably in retirement. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and therapies, are also provided to improve residents’ living experiences. Through a collaborative effort with the residents, their families, and physicians, personalized care plans are provided to meet their needs and preferences.

Excursions, ice cream socials, and arts classes provide residents with more opportunities to learn and gain meaningful moments. Thoughtfully curated amenities and spacious common areas also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. The community is also easily accessible, as it is conveniently located in the serene residential area of Vista, near bus stops. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care dedicated to older adults’ well-being, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Lafayette Care Center

Lafayette Care Center is a nursing home in Lafayette, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With its supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay. Residents also experience worry-free living with 24-hour care, therapies, medication management, and dietitian-approved meals. Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, individualized care plans are also provided for their recovery.

Recreational therapy, games, and sensory-stimulating activities aim to keep residents active and happy. Thoughtfully curated amenities and accessible common areas also ensure residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set in the thriving neighborhood of Lafayette, near restaurants, Plaza Center, bus stops, and major roads, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home continuously provides high-quality care for older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Freedom Village Health Care Center

Freedom Village Health Care Center is a top-rated nursing home in Lake Forest, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring private and semi-private rooms in a clean and welcoming setting, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and safety. 24-hour care, chef-prepared meals, transportation to medical appointments, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided, so residents can focus on rehabilitation and recovery. Through a comprehensive coordinated care, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their needs and preferences.

Social events, light physical activities, and a variety of recreational programs encourage residents to live actively and make friends. A beauty salon & barber shop, and a beautiful outdoor fountain patio are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set near restaurants, shops, and bus stops in Lake Forest, the community guarantees quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential.

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Overview of Palm Terrace Healthcare & Rehab Center

Palm Terrace Healthcare & Rehab Center is a well-regarded nursing home in Laguna Hills, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Committed to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a supportive and welcoming environment. With 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and recreational activities, residents receive high-quality services that aim to help them focus on recovery. The community also works closely with residents, their families, and healthcare providers to provide the best possible care based on their needs and preferences.

Local trips, lecture series, and ice cream socials encourage residents to continue learning and make friends. Specially designed living spaces and top-notch rehabilitation equipment are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Laguna Hills, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California, especially with its exceptional standards of care.

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Overview of Camino Healthcare

Camino Healthcare is a highly rated nursing home in Hawthorne, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well. Nutritious meals, therapies, and recreational activities are also provided, so residents can focus on recovering. Through a holistic approach to care, the community strives to provide exceptional care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Excursions, lecture series, and arts and crafts provide residents with more opportunities to learn and live actively. High-quality rehabilitation equipment, cozy rooms, and lively gathering areas are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated in the peaceful residential area of Camino, near restaurants and bus stops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it 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 344 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.