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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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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 Folsom Care Center

Folsom Care Center is a family-owned nursing home in Folsom, CA, offering a wide range of nursing services and rehabilitation. Fostering comfort and healing, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. 24-hour care, therapies, and social services are also provided to help residents live to their potential. The community also strives to understand residents’ needs and habits to provide the best possible care for their recovery.

Singing exercises, games, and volunteer programs provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and have fun. Lively gathering areas and well-maintained rehabilitation equipment are also available, so residents can focus on their wellness and rest comfortably. Folsom Public Library, Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, and other local amenities are also located nearby, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional services dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital

Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital is a not-for-profit nursing home in San Mateo, CA, offering rehabilitation and nursing services. Promoting a supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind in retirement. Excellent services, including therapies, social services, and 24-hour care, are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs. The community is also committed to helping residents recover and return to their routines through comprehensive care options.

Cooking classes, board games, live entertainment, and outings provide residents with more opportunities to continue learning and gain meaningful experiences. Cozy living spaces and a beautiful outdoor patio are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. With restaurants, shops, and bus stops nearby, residents are guaranteed quick access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home continuously provides high standards of care for older adults’ welfare, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Golden Haven Care Center

Golden Haven Care Center is a highly regarded nursing home in Glendale, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, older adults can feel at home, especially with a nurturing and supportive environment. Therapies, well-balanced meals, and social services are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Through individualized care plans, residents receive the utmost attention and care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Exercises, social events, and a variety of therapeutic recreation help residents maintain holistic wellness and foster engagement. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and cozy gathering areas are also available, so residents can focus on recovery and rehabilitation. Set near restaurants, shops, and bus stops in the lively neighborhood of Glendale, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home continuously provides exceptional care and top-notch amenities

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Overview of Leisure Glen Care Center

Leisure Glen Care Center is a nursing home in Glendale, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Fostering comfort and healing, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. With 24-hour care, housekeeping, social services, and nutritious meals, residents receive exceptional care to live comfortably in retirement. Focusing on residents’ rehabilitation and recovery, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Social events, stretching exercises, and games provide residents with more opportunities to live actively and make friends. Residents can also focus on their wellness and rest, with a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and spacious outdoors. Dignity Health – Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center, restaurants, and bus stops are also located nearby, providing quick access to healthcare and leisure. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California, especially with its top-notch services.

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Overview of Shadowbrook Post Acute

Shadowbrook Post Acute is a luxurious nursing home in Fair Oaks, CA, offering rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and hospice support. Featuring upscale amenities and cozy, private rooms in a welcoming setting, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. 24-hour care, therapies, wound care, a dietary program, and transportation services are among the excellent services dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life. Focusing on residents’ recovery and wellness, high-quality care tailored to their unique needs and habits is also provided.

Weekly outings, chess, and a variety of daily activities encourage residents to have fun and make friends. Cozy common areas and lively gathering spaces also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents also experience a stress-free retirement, as it is peacefully located in the quiet neighborhood of Fair Oaks. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in California, especially with its high standards of care.

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Overview of Escondido Post Acute Rehab

Escondido Post Acute Rehab is a nursing home in Escondido, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by its supportive and welcoming environment. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and transportation, are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also works closely with residents to create care plans tailored to their unique needs and habits, ensuring they can recover and return to their routines with ease.

Musical performances, gardening, and outings are just some of the many activities that aim to keep residents active and socially connected. Cozy rooms and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can rest and connect with friends comfortably. With its peaceful setting in the quiet residential area of Escondido, near bus stops and shops, residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its high standards of care and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Ocean View Post-Acute

Ocean View Post-Acute is a top-notch nursing home in Escondido, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Promoting a compassionate and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. With 24-hour care, therapy, and social services, residents experience a worry-free retirement. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care for their unique needs and preferences.

Musical performances, stretching exercises, and gardening provide residents with various options for entertainment and encourage them to stay active. State-of-the-art rehabilitation gym, accessible hallways, and cozy common areas are also available for residents’ comfort and wellness. Situated near highways, a school, and churches in Escondido, the community is easily accessible for families and visitors. Providing exceptional standards of care and top-notch amenities, this nursing home is one of the trusted options for senior living in California.

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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 American River Center

American River Center is an award-winning nursing home in Carmichael, CA, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and hemodialysis. Promoting a warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, recreational activities, and therapies are also offered to improve residents’ quality of life. The community also strives to meet residents’ needs and preferences through individualized care plans.

Light exercises, social events, and a variety of recreational activities provide residents with more opportunities to explore and have fun. State-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and cozy gathering areas are also dedicated to residents’ wellness and relaxation. Residents also experience a laid-back retirement, as it is peacefully nestled in the serene residential area of Carmichael. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has exceptional services and well-maintained amenities.

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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.