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Best Nursing Homes in Contra Costa County, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 6 nursing homes in Contra Costa County, CA 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: 3.8/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Contra Costa County, 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: 4.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Contra Costa County, 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: 3.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Contra Costa County, 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

Compare Nursing Homes around Contra Costa County

The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

4 facilities compared · CMS & CA Dept. of Health data

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
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
Diablo Valley Post Acute
NH
Concord
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 103
Rank #179 / 1657
86.8%
Facility 86.8%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #414 / 1537
+2%
4.37
Facility 4.37
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #105 / 354
-25%+4%
$46.8k
Facility $46.8k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #309 / 362
-
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
3.7
Facility 3.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #135 / 361
-182-
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1242 / 2092
Forrest Allen
$23.9M
Facility $23.9M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #83 / 355
$10.2M
Facility $10.2M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #71 / 355
42.6%
Facility 42.6%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #216 / 355
55150
Walnut Creek Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
NH
Walnut Creek (Rossmoor)
153
Facility 153
CA AVG 103
Rank #330 / 1657
68.6%
Facility 68.6%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #987 / 1537
-19%
3.40
Facility 3.40
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #316 / 354
+39%-19%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1401
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #248 / 361
3.4
Facility 3.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #107 / 361
-105-
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 57
Rank #1180 / 2092
Dorothy Couto
$32.1M
Facility $32.1M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #11 / 355
$19.5M
Facility $19.5M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #4 / 355
60.7%
Facility 60.7%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #184 / 355
56327
Overview of The Reutlinger Community

Everyday is a life-enhancing opportunity at The Reutlinger Community, a charming senior living community in Contra Costa County, Danville, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With its continuum of care services, residents are guaranteed to gracefully age in place with seamless transition should their needs evolve. Residents are welcomed into beautifully designed studios, one-bedroom apartments, and memory care units that perfectly align with their tastes and needs.

With 24-hour team availability, residents and their loved ones can rest easy knowing they will be constantly supported by care partners who are truly invested in their health and happiness. Residents are empowered to continue living life to the fullest with lifelong learning programs, activities and opportunities for socialization offered by the community. Beautiful community amenities, including cozy lounge areas, dining rooms, an art room and physical fitness studio, provides relaxing space for exploration and enjoyment.

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Overview of Bayberry Skilled Nursing & Healthcare Center

Receive exceptional care from Bayberry Skilled Nursing & Healthcare Center, a distinguished community in Concord, CA, that offers a wide range of care options. These include long-term restorative care, short-term rehabilitation, dementia care, respite care, cardiac care, orthopedic care, wound care, stroke recovery care, and therapy. A compassionate and highly trained team strives to meet residents’ unique needs 24/7 for comfort and convenience.

Aside from their healthcare needs, a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and exciting events is also conducted so residents can live actively and remain socially engaged. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided to improve residents’ living experiences. Here, mealtimes not only meet dietary needs but also promote social interactions with delightful and well-balanced meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to enhance residents’ conditions, allowing them to jump back into their lives without worries.

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Overview of Diablo Valley Post Acute

Diablo Valley Post Acute is a distinguished community in Concord, CA, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents here enjoy the highest quality of care from a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community also assists with social services to help residents and their families experience a stress-free transition. Providing care in Costa County since 2005, the community promotes a cozy and nurturing environment for residents to feel at ease.

Engaging activities and stimulating programs are also conducted to promote residents’ holistic wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is rated 4 stars by Medicare, proving its exceptional quality and dedication to improving residents’ quality of life.

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Overview of Pleasant Hill Post Acute

Conveniently situated in the beautiful setting of Pleasant Hill, CA, Pleasant Hill Post Acute is an esteemed community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. A kind and well-trained team strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences with exceptional care and dedicated assistance 24/7. With a nurturing and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to feel at ease and enjoy every moment of their golden years.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is also conducted to ensure residents thrive and gain meaningful experiences. Residents here have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Families are also encouraged to visit to ease residents’ loneliness and ensure they’re well-informed about their loved ones’ conditions. The community is ideal for those seeking exceptional care to begin their healing journey, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Walnut Creek Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Rossmoor Parkway, Walnut Creek, CA, Walnut Creek Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is an esteemed community that offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and sub-acute care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides exceptional care 24/7 with a compassionate and highly qualified team. Residents can rest their worries and meet their complex needs with the community’s clinical capabilities provided in a cozy and nurturing environment.

Residents’ holistic wellness is prioritized, conducting fun recreational activities and enriching programs to keep them physically active and socially engaged. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is an enticing option for those seeking exceptional care for their unique needs, especially with its top-notch services and purposely designed amenities.

Contact Walnut Creek Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

MD Choice Hospice

4415 Cowell Rd Suite 140, Concord, CA 94518
Overview of Md Choice Hospice

Create meaningful moments in your later years with Md Choice Hospice, a distinguished community in Concord, CA, that focuses on hospice care. With different levels of care, including routine home care, continuous care, respite care, and general inpatient care, older adults can find the right care for their life-limiting conditions. Older adults can keep peace of mind with a respectful and highly skilled team attending to their needs around the clock.

The community also offers complementary and alternative therapies, including pet therapy, music therapy, art therapy, massage, and acupressure, to improve older adults’ living experiences. Medical supplies, medication, and equipment are also delivered to meet older adults’ medical needs. Family members also receive bereavement support to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. Start your end-of-life care accompanied by the community’s top-notch services.

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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 Contra Costa County, 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 6 nursing homes in Contra Costa County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Contra Costa County, 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 Contra Costa County, 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 Contra Costa County, 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.