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Our editorial team analyzed 24 nursing homes in Los Angeles, 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:2.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Los Angeles, 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:3.2/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, 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 TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 24 analyzed for Los Angeles.
Angels Nursing Health Center is situated in a tranquil location at South Union Avenue and is a highly reputed healthcare provider. The center prides itself on creating a unique and welcoming environment among staff and residents, promoting a sense of familial warmth. They offer round-the-clock services, such as skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, pharmacy services, wound management, complex IV, special diet meals, recreation programs, diagnostics, and X-ray facilities.
What makes Angels Nursing Health Center different is they endeavor to foster a sense of community among the residents and ensure that each person’s unique qualities are recognized and celebrated. Residents are treated with the utmost care and respect, as cherished individuals rather than just patients. Their philosophy has made them a trusted partner in the journey towards wellness, providing a beacon of comfort in the healthcare industry.
Hollenbeck Palms is a senior living community dedicated to making each resident happy and comfortable in their new home. Hollenbeck boasts a serene environment that gives off an oasis-like atmosphere. It’s an independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing community that are all designed to enhance the quality of life for residents of each home. They boast a lifelong learning program that is committed to providing all-inclusive programs that satisfy the education, arts, and cultural activities of the community. Management and staff of Hollenbeck encourage residents to get involved in the community and practice holistic wellness.
Hollenbeck Palms is an upscale community that aims to enrich the lives of their residents; with comfort and security, the senior living allows for a unique sense of individuality to be shared among their peers and residents. The vibrant community is an assisted living facility that provides an all-inclusive amenities such as wheelchair accessible showers, private patios, private dining room, computer center, meeting room, and a TV lounge area; as for their services that include scheduled transportation, day trips and outings, wellness programs, therapy, and religious services to name a few. Their amenities and services are to ensure that residents’ mental, physical, and cultural needs are met. Each resident is given personalized care that is designed to make each individual’s lives easier. The community also prides itself with their staff that cares for residents with compassion and kindness. At Hollenbeck Palms have been trusted by families for many years.
Experience top-notch care at Grand Park Convalescent Hospital, an award-winning community in Los Angeles, CA, offering long-term care and short-term care. 151 purposely built and spacious accommodations are provided, alongside personalized care, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Here, Medicare and Medicaid are accepted to ease residents’ financial burdens.
With a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Residents enjoy a delightful dining experience with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its exceptional care and state-of-the-art amenities, the community strives to help residents make the most of their best years.
Palazzo Post Acute is a top-rated community in Los Angeles, CA, offering nursing care and rehabilitation. Residents can ease their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their healthcare needs. The community also accepts Medicare and Medicaid to ease financial burdens.
To enhance residents’ living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted that highlight their interests and capabilities. Pain management, diabetic care, and wound care are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community also provides physical, occupational therapy, and medical equipment for residents’ convenience. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s nurturing and inviting environment.
The Lotus Care Center in West Blvd, Los Angeles, CA is a tight-knit senior living community, offering short-term and long-term care services. Dedicated to offering top-notch care within a welcoming, family-like environment, this community boasts a compassionate team available 24/7 to meet residents’ every need. Residents in this community enjoy comfortable accommodations without the worry of home maintenance, thanks to a dedicated team that takes care of every detail for them.
Focused on supporting residents in leading an active and independent lifestyle, this community offers a variety of enjoyable activities and programs, complemented by nutritious, delicious daily meals. Here, residents enjoy the services they need to continue their retirement journey in comfort with peace of mind, all within a safe and sound community.
Fountainview at Eisenberg Village is a two-story nursing home, assisted living, and independent living community in Reseda, a Los Angeles County neighborhood. Kathleen Glass is the administrator; the address is 6440 Wilbur Ave, and Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center is about 1.42 miles away. Sixteen years in operation. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.
The facility has 216 beds, but only 104 are occupied right now, which is a 48% occupancy rate. That gap is real and worth thinking about if you’re trying to picture what daily life looks like at a lower-census building. The average stay here is 368 days. This is mostly a long-term community, not a short-term rehab stop.
Nursing care comes to 2 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day: 40 minutes from an RN, 40 minutes from an LPN or LVN, and 2 hours and 19 minutes from a nurse aide. There’s also an on-site Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program, which is a CMS-recognized credential track. On the engagement side, the facility runs an Active Resident Council, an Active Family Council, a Residents Group, and a Family Member Group. All four meet regularly around care quality, policies, and everyday life. Pets are allowed.
State inspections have focused on medication management, emergency preparedness, and staffing credentials. The Walk Score is 49, so the area isn’t particularly walkable, and most errands are going to need a car.
For families looking at long-term placement in the San Fernando Valley, the core pieces are here: Medicare and Medicaid acceptance, a major hospital less than two miles away, and over a decade and a half of operating history. The occupancy number is the one thing worth raising directly with the facility.
Live beyond your potential at Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital, an astounding community in Los Angeles, CA, focusing on rehabilitation. The community also provides short-term care, long-term care, and hospice care, striving to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock.
Stimulating activities and recreational programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes satisfy dietary needs and promote social interactions with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management and wound care are also provided to improve residents’ living experiences. With its wide range of care services and top-notch amenities, the community strives to help residents flourish in retirement.
Find the care you need at Culver West Health Center, a distinguished community set in the thriving neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Alongside 91 purposely built accommodations, personalized care plans are provided for residents’ comfort and safety. Social services are also available, so residents can ease their worries during their stay.
With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and stimulating programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy to improve residents’ living conditions. Medication management, wound care, and respite care are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community’s comprehensive care options and state-of-the-art amenities help residents thrive in retirement.
Solheim Senior Community, located in Los Angeles, California, has been offering a fulfilling life to seniors since 1923. With a range of care services, including memory care, skilled nursing, residential living, and assisted living, Solheim dedicates itself to providing seniors with the highest quality of care and support possible.
The community is a vibrant and active one, with a wellness center staffed by a full-time coordinator, offering residents a variety of activities and programs to keep them engaged and healthy. Solheim’s common areas are a hub of activity, with plenty of space to socialize and connect with others. The staff ensures that residents’ housekeeping and laundry needs are taken care of, and state-of-the-art security cameras and safety fire systems ensure their safety and security 24/7.
St. John of God Retirement operates a 40-bed nonprofit skilled nursing facility in South Los Angeles, licensed continuously since 1989 under church operation.
The 2-story facility at 2468 S St Andrews Pl serves Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay residents in a highly walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 81). Administrator Mary Arjene Aguirre oversees a community with 78% occupancy (31 occupied beds) and an average resident stay of 414 days; resident census breaks down as 60.5% Medicaid, 26.5% private pay, and 12.9% Medicare, reflecting a long-term care orientation rather than short-stay rehabilitation.
The facility holds a 1-star CMS overall rating, with 1-star designations for both health inspection (68.3% below state average) and staffing (42.0% below state average).
The most recent routine inspection, conducted December 5, 2025, documented 19 deficiencies spanning care planning, medication management, respiratory care, infection control, and supervision gaps. Multiple complaint investigations from March 2024 through March 2025 substantiated failures including delayed injury reporting (exceeding 2-hour state requirements), inadequate resident supervision resulting in falls and fractures, substantiated abuse allegations, and incomplete care plans.
The facility’s registered nurse staffing stands at 16 minutes per resident per day, 59% below California average; while average nursing shift length is 5.7 hours, 26% below state norms.
Financial data shows a $1.75 million operating deficit in 2023 alongside $124,000 in federal penalties assessed through May 2024: three civil money penalties ($95,000, $15,000, and $14,000) plus one 45-day Medicare/Medicaid payment denial.
Quality outcome measures indicate 22.9% of long-stay residents experience increased activities of daily living dependency (versus 11.1% California average) and 5.0% develop urinary tract infections (versus 1.2% state average).
St. John of God presents a stark case of regulatory decline, poor staffing efficiency, and deteriorating quality outcomes. The 1-star ratings across all CMS domains are the most significant signal; this is a below-average facility by multiple independent measures.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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Avg home costs:
$7,851,170.58 (California avg:
$7,865,538.87)
Avg occupancy:
87.25% (California avg:
87.25%)
Avg bed count:
108 (California avg:
109)
Avg home revenue:
$14,053,098.46 (California avg:
$15,059,642.16)
Community-level financial and occupancy data
AVALON VILLA HEALTH CARE:
91.37% occupancy,
131 beds,
$16,177,666.00 home revenue,
$6,952,811.00 payroll costs,
$8,956,349.00 home costs.
CULVER WEST HEALTH CENTER:
87.80% occupancy,
91 beds,
$11,485,973.00 home revenue,
$5,168,439.00 payroll costs,
$7,227,907.00 home costs.
GUARDIAN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL:
90.00% occupancy,
93 beds,
$12,929,901.00 home revenue,
$6,571,672.00 payroll costs,
$7,364,895.00 home costs.
ST. JOHN OF GOD RETIRE & CARE CENTER:
91.28% occupancy,
300 beds,
$24,055,632.00 home revenue,
$13,419,961.00 payroll costs,
$14,647,327.00 home costs.
LOTUS CARE CENTER:
86.50% occupancy,
40 beds,
$5,023,247.00 home revenue,
$2,402,407.00 payroll costs,
$3,963,168.00 home costs.
LIGHTHOUSE HEALTHCARE CENTER:
75.70% occupancy,
149 beds,
$12,379,401.00 home revenue,
$7,253,886.00 payroll costs,
$7,545,443.00 home costs.
OLYMPIA CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL:
69.19% occupancy,
135 beds,
$12,245,466.00 home revenue,
$5,025,337.00 payroll costs,
$8,666,618.00 home costs.
KENNEDY CARE CENTER:
93.09% occupancy,
97 beds,
$6,113,996.00 home revenue,
$3,125,883.00 payroll costs,
$3,872,382.00 home costs.
GRAND PARK CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL:
97.28% occupancy,
151 beds,
$32,955,730.00 home revenue,
$8,638,644.00 payroll costs,
$10,251,581.00 home costs.
KEI-AI LOS ANGELES HEALTHCARE CENTER:
100.50% occupancy,
300 beds,
$38,570,612.00 home revenue,
$19,580,227.00 payroll costs,
$23,202,783.00 home costs.
PALAZZO POST ACUTE:
91.72% occupancy,
99 beds,
$13,293,889.00 home revenue,
$6,522,384.00 payroll costs,
$5,791,755.00 home costs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Los Angeles, 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 24 nursing homes in Los Angeles, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, 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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