Best Nursing Homes in Clovis, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 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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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: 2.0/ 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.

Willow Creek Healthcare Center
NH
HOS
SNF
Clovis
159
Facility 159
CA AVG 104
Rank #308 / 1644
95.4%
Facility 95.4%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #199 / 1492
+29%
3.63
Facility 3.63
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #253 / 327
-19%-14%
$25.0k
Facility $25.0k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #251 / 334
-
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #250 / 327
3.6
Facility 3.6
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #111 / 327
6152-
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 57
Rank #1086 / 2087
Kalan Cantwell
$25.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $25.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #35 / 327
$10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #75 / 327
39.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 39.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #293 / 327
555652
Morning Star Post Acute
NH
SNF
Clovis
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 104
Rank #1099 / 1644
90.2%
Facility 90.2%
CA AVG 73.9
Rank #338 / 1492
+22%
3.24
Facility 3.24
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #309 / 327
-65%-23%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 334
-
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #184 / 327
5.0
Facility 5.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #222 / 327
251A+
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 57
Rank #529 / 2087
-
$9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #271 / 327
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #294 / 327
46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #201 / 327
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Overview of Willow Creek Healthcare Center

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.

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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.

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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.

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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 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 3 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.