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Overview of Valencia Gardens Health Care Center

Situated in a serene area in Riverside, CA, Valencia Gardens Health Care Center is a safe retreat for those who need rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing services. They help residents get back to their routines by offering access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services. With 24-hour care and supervision, residents can focus on their well-being without worrying about their safety and care needs.

Engaging and stimulating activities like gardening, exercise classes, and volunteer programs are also available to help residents stay active and engaged. The community also provides an array of social services and compassionate end-of-life care to make residents’ final days as comfortable as possible. With Valencia Gardens Health Care Center, residents are guaranteed to receive all the care and support they need to thrive.

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Overview of La Paloma Healthcare Center

La Paloma Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Oceanside, CA, offering skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, while memory care offers supervision in a secured setting for residents who may be at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort for someone nearing the end of life. Palliative care addresses symptoms and comfort during serious illness, while respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 93 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 54 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. The combination of memory care and respite care may make La Paloma Healthcare Center a good fit for someone who needs supervised dementia support or for a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay. Private pay means the family pays directly. In the Tri City neighborhood, a Walk Score of 59 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach some destinations independently.

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Overview of Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center

Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center, located in Santa Clara, CA, combines skilled nursing with nursing home care. On the skilled side, a licensed nurse is available around the clock for residents with ongoing clinical requirements. The nursing home aspect is where an individual resides with ongoing nursing supervision and assistance throughout the day. The residence suits someone requiring nursing care within their home.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay all work here. Medicaid supports qualified long-term care, Medicare covers short-term skilled care after hospital discharge, and private pay uses personal finances.

Out of 133 beds, 98.5% are occupied, meaning a bed might not be available during the week a family requires it. The staffing documentation indicates that nursing time averages 3 hours and 33 minutes for each resident daily.

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Overview of Vista Knoll Specialized Care

Vista Knoll Specialized Care is a nursing home in Vista, California, offering hospice care and skilled nursing. Licensed nurses are available on site around the clock, while hospice focuses on comfort and support at the end of life, making the combination suitable for someone who needs ongoing nursing care or hospice services.

The home has 119 beds, with private rooms for one resident and semi-private rooms shared with another resident. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 19 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with Medicare and Medicaid helping cover eligible care and private pay meaning the resident pays directly.

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Overview of Bellaken Garden

Bellaken Garden in Oakland, California, provides skilled nursing services, assisted living support, palliative care, and short-term respite stays. Assisted living assists residents with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management. Palliative services concentrate on comfort management, while short-term rehabilitation therapy and respite stays assist individuals recovering after hospital stays or giving primary family caregivers temporary relief.

Bellaken Health Group operates the 58-bed community alongside administrator Belinda Leung. Recorded nurse staffing averages 4 hours of direct care per resident each day. Everyday financial options include Medicare for qualifying short-term rehab, Medicaid for longer stays, and private payment. Featuring a 95 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood ranks as a walker’s paradise, allowing non-driving residents to run daily errands without needing a vehicle.

Individuals evaluating care options in Oakland can reach out to Bellaken Garden to inquire about room availability, tour the building, or review admission details.

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Overview of Hayward Gardens Post Acute

Residing in the serene neighborhood of B Street, Hayward, CA, is the astounding senior living community of Hayward Gardens Post Acute that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community also provides social services to guide seniors with their retirement plans. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a team of specially trained and responsible professionals, seniors let go of their worries and live their lives to the fullest.

Aside from personalized care, the community also conducts a variety of fun activities and engaging programs to encourage residents to remain active and happy. Promoting a bright and welcoming environment, Hayward Gardens Post Acute ensures seniors have a safe place to spend their golden years blissfully while receiving the utmost care and assistance for their special needs.

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Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center

3635 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City, CA 94062
Overview of Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center

Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center is a dedicated nursing home in Redwood City, CA, that offers nursing care, rehabilitation services, long-term care, and social services. This Medicare and Medicaid-certified community has an interdisciplinary team that aims to keep older adults comfortable and safe. Therapy services, medication management, and pain management are among the community’s exceptional services, designed to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community also strives to promote a friendly and supportive environment where residents can feel at ease.

With three nutritious meals daily, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their nutritional needs. Fun activities and social engagement are also in place, so residents will not feel lonely during their stay. The community’s ideal location in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula allows residents to experience a laid-back retirement surrounded by lush trees and scenic views. As one of the trusted nursing homes in California, the community continuously provides high-quality services for older adults. Tours are also available by appointment from Monday to Friday, from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.

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Overview of Yuba City Post-Acute

Yuba City Post Acute is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Yuba City, California, offering memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need to travel or recover.

There are 59 beds here. That makes it a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Rehabilitation services and the short term rehab program support residents who need recovery focused care for a limited stay, while an on staff doctor is available and private rooms give residents the option of having their own room.

Nurse staffing totals 3 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time associated with each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. A Walk Score of 72 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently.

The combination of ongoing and short term care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may change over time or whose usual caregiver needs temporary support.

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Overview of Angels Nursing Center

Angels Nursing Center provides skilled nursing and nursing home care in Los Angeles, in the Westlake neighborhood. Nursing care is available around the clock, so residents who need ongoing clinical attention can reach staff during the day and overnight. The community has 41 beds. That smaller setting may suit someone who prefers the chance for staff and residents to get to know each other.

Short term rehabilitation and therapy programs support residents recovering from an illness, injury, or medical procedure while they remain at the community. Care includes IV therapy, tube feeding, specialized wound care, diabetic care, dialysis care before and after treatment, and pain management. A restorative nursing assist program supports ongoing care needs. Together, these services may make the community a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing during recovery or more involved clinical support over time.

Residents can also use the beauty and barber shop, with optometry and dental services available within the community. Family support services can help relatives participate in care, while discharge planning addresses the transition after a stay. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 8 minutes per resident per day, representing daily hands on nursing time for each resident. Beatriz Ponce serves as administrator, and Redwood Bakersfield operates the community.

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Overview of Harvard Creek Post Acute

Harvard Creek Post Acute is a nursing home in Covina, CA, offering nursing services and rehabilitation. With a welcoming, spa-like environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Therapy services, 24-hour care, and case management are just some of the excellent services dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life. The community also works closely with residents to meet their unique needs and preferences, ensuring they can recover with ease.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and various recreational programs ensure residents can stay active and make friends. Residents can also rest and move around comfortably in its spacious rooms and cozy common areas. Set in the lively neighborhood of Covina, near dental clinics, churches, a bus stop, and other local amenities, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This nursing home continuously provides exceptional services and top-notch amenities for older adults’ welfare, 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: 3.4/ 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