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Best Nursing Homes in Clovis, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 nursing homes in Clovis, CA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in CA
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We analyzed These are the facilities in Clovis, CA our team has analyzed — not a count of every nursing home provider in Clovis, CA.
5 homes
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Clovis, CA. 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: 2.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Clovis, CA. 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: 2.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Clovis, CA. 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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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.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The California average is: 61.2% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Willow Creek Healthcare Center ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
SNF
Clovis
159
Facility 159
CA AVG 103
Rank #307 / 1,645
96.1%
Facility 96.1%
CA AVG 75.9
Rank #190 / 1,452
+27%
3.97
Facility 3.97
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #151 / 288
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -19%-6%
$25.0k
Facility $25.0k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #223 / 293
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61
Facility 61
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #221 / 290
3.6
Facility 3.6
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #103 / 290
6153- 59 Kalan Cantwell
$25.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $25.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #26 / 259
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $9.0M
Rank #79 / 259
39.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.2%
Rank #251 / 259
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Morning Star Post Acute ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Clovis
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,100 / 1,645
90.2%
Facility 90.2%
CA AVG 75.9
Rank #338 / 1,452
+19%
3.26
Facility 3.26
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #272 / 288
 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -65%-23%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 293
-
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #163 / 290
5.0
Facility 5.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #200 / 290
251A+
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 59
Rank #529 / 2,057
-
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #210 / 259
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $9.0M
Rank #233 / 259
46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.2%
Rank #223 / 259
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 analyzed for Clovis.

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Overview of Willow Creek Healthcare Center
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Nestled in Clovis, California, Willow Creek Healthcare Center provides a welcoming and secure environment, ensuring seniors receive top-notch skilled nursing home care. Strategically located off N. Willow Ave., the facility offers convenient accessibility, creating a hassle-free experience for residents and their families. Willow Creek stands out with its state-of-the-art and spacious rehab gym, providing cutting-edge rehabilitation services to support residents on their journey to better health.

In addition to the skilled nursing services, the facility boasts inviting outdoor spaces, including courtyards and common areas, fostering a perfect setting for socialization and community engagement. Willow Creek Healthcare Center is not just a skilled nursing facility. It’s a well-designed space that meets senior living standards and nursing home requirements, offering seniors a thoughtful and comprehensive option for their healthcare needs.

Phone: (408) 848-9001

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Overview of Morning Star Post Acute

Located in Clovis, California, Morning Star Post Acute is a distinguished nursing home offering 57 beds and providing tranquil skilled nursing care. With a highly trained team of nurses, this facility creates an ideal environment that ensures residents enjoy peace of mind 24 hours a day, experiencing specialized care tailored to their needs. Morning Star Post Acute’s skilled nursing services cover a spectrum of care, including cardiac care, diabetes care, catheter care, ostomy care, IV therapy, pain management, and more.

In addition to comprehensive nursing care, the facility offers an extensive range of rehabilitation services, featuring physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as specialized programs like fall prevention, balance and vestibular therapy, neurologic rehab, and more. The team at Morning Star Post Acute consists of healthcare professionals with expertise in their respective fields. The facility takes pride in its spacious common areas, Wi-Fi accessibility, and emergency call response in every room, providing a senior living experience that exceeds skilled nursing facility standards and nursing home qualifications.

Phone: (559) 299-2591

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Overview of A Place Called Home – Quail Lake

Residing in the serene neighborhood at 4085 North Newport Bay, Clovis, CA, A Place Called Home – Quail Lake is a one-of-a-kind senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and Parkinson’s care. The community features snug and sophisticated residences, ensuring seniors experience unparalleled comfort and care. Keep peace of mind with a team of kind and reliable professionals attending to your daily living activities and personal needs.

The community also features fall recovery and rehabilitation to ensure residents’ safety. With seniors’ tastes and dietary needs in mind, the community serves healthy and delicious meals for the finest dining experience. A Place Called Home – Quail Lake is a good place for seniors to receive the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

Phone: (559) 213-7251

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Overview of A Place Called Home – Quail Lake

A Place Called Home – Quail Lake, conveniently situated in 2238 Montana Ave, Clovis, CA, is an esteemed senior living community providing assisted living, dementia and memory care, alzheimer’s assisted living, parkinson’s care services. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock care and support that they deserve throughout their stay.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can avail of homemade meals, medication management, and general assistance with daily activities. Explore its beautiful gardens, formal dining area, and swimming pool, and meet new companions along the way. With a jam-packed schedule of activities and programs, residents can enjoy opportunities to socialize and build friendships. A Place Called Home – Quail Lake is an ideal place where seniors can truly thrive and enjoy a living experience worth remembering.

Phone: (559) 213-7251

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Overview of Sierra Care Clovis

Specializing in subacute care and rehabilitation, Sierra Care Clovis is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Clovis, California, about 1.5 miles from the city center. The community provides care for residents recovering from congenital disorders, complex wounds, pulmonary conditions, and neuromuscular disorders. Physical therapy is an important part of its rehabilitation program, helping residents recover and manage ongoing care needs.

Residents can also join in social and recreational activities that add variety to daily life beyond clinical care. This combination of rehabilitation services and community activities reflects the needs of many residents recovering after a hospital stay or another serious health event as they become stronger and more independent.

The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 12, which means most errands and outings require a vehicle. Family members planning regular visits should expect to drive instead of relying on nearby walkable amenities.

Phone: (559) 325-6100

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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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Data source Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Clovis, CA

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 5 nursing homes in Clovis, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Clovis, CA?

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 Clovis, CA, 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 Clovis, CA?

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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