Page 3 of Best Nursing Homes in Los Angeles, CA

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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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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: 61.1% 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.
Kei-Ai Los Angeles Healthcare Center
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Los Angeles (Lincoln Heights)
300
Facility 300
CA AVG 148
Rank #33 / 328
96.2%
Facility 96.2%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #34 / 290
+17%
4.58
Facility 4.58
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #71 / 289
D -44%+9%
$185.0k
Facility $185.0k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #293 / 294
122
Facility 122
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #283 / 290
2.8
Facility 2.8
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #42 / 290
6289-
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 60
Rank #125 / 354
Alal LLC
$33.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $33.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #12 / 260
$24.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $24.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #2 / 260
73.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 73.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #25 / 260
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Windsor Gardens Convalescent Hospital of Los Angeles
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Los Angeles (Central La)
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 148
Rank #201 / 328
91.8%
Facility 91.8%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #104 / 290
+11%
3.73
Facility 3.73
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #216 / 289
C --27%-12%
$37.9k
Facility $37.9k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #241 / 294
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #266 / 290
3.9
Facility 3.9
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #135 / 290
390A+
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 60
Rank #88 / 354
David Herskovitz
$12.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #148 / 260
$6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #163 / 260
53.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 53.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #137 / 260
56194
Avalon Villa Care Center
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
131
Facility 131
CA AVG 148
Rank #118 / 328
92.4%
Facility 92.4%
CA AVG 82.6%
Rank #93 / 290
+12%
4.10
Facility 4.10
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #138 / 289
D- -29%-3%
$111.9k
Facility $111.9k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #285 / 294
132
Facility 132
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #285 / 290
4.6
Facility 4.6
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #175 / 290
3121-
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 60
Rank #201 / 354
-
$17.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $17.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $15.7M
Rank #85 / 260
$8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG $8.9M
Rank #118 / 260
49.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CA AVG 61.1%
Rank #194 / 260
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other CA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 24 analyzed for Los Angeles. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Kei-Ai Los Angeles Healthcare Center

Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center is located in close proximity to LAC+USC medical center, providing a reassuring sense of safety and convenience for its residents. This distinguished healthcare center takes pride in providing exceptional care that surpasses the ordinary, with a luxurious standard that sets them apart from the rest. The facility has exceptional customized care plans, meticulously crafted to meet the unique and specific needs of each resident. A range of therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and caregiver training, are available to ensure comprehensive and holistic care.

Apart from these therapies, Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center offers an array of services such as wound care, IV therapy, dementia care, laboratory testing, bowel and bladder programs, off-site dialysis, nutrition and hydration programs, and more. They also provide an array of engaging activities, such as board games, social events, art therapy, outings, and needlework. At Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center, residents can find comfort in the knowledge that they are under the care of compassionate and dedicated professionals.

Contact Kei-Ai Los Angeles Healthcare Center

Overview of Windsor Gardens Convalescent Hospital of Los Angeles

Windsor Gardens Convalescent Hospital of Los Angeles is a skilled nursing facility located at 1415 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. Owned by David Herskovitz, the single-story convalescent center has provided rehabilitation, short-term respite care, long-term skilled nursing, and hospice services for 56 years.

The 98-bed facility maintains an average occupancy rate of 92 percent, providing 24-hour clinical services funded through Medicare, Medicaid (Medi-Cal), and private-pay structures. Nursing staff provide an average of 3 hours and 46 minutes of direct care per resident daily, utilizing a clinical team composed of registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, and certified nursing assistants (CNAs).

Positioned in a highly walkable urban corridor carrying a walk score of 78, the facility offers pedestrian access to area transit and shopping, and sits approximately 3.3 miles from PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital.

Interested families and healthcare representatives can contact the Crenshaw Boulevard administrative coordinator directly to confirm current bed availability, review admissions criteria, or plan a facility tour.

Contact Windsor Gardens Convalescent Hospital of Los Angeles

Overview of Avalon Villa Care Center

Peacefully nestled near Magic Johnson Park in Los Angeles, CA, Avalon Villa Care Center is an exceptional community that focuses on skilled nursing. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team that helps with their personal needs around the clock. Thoughtfully designed and sophisticated accommodations are provided, so residents feel at ease during their stay.

Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ leisure and wellness are also taken into consideration, conducting fun recreational activities and exciting events. Rehabilitation and therapy services are also available to enhance residents’ living experiences. This Medicare-certified community is a good option for those looking for a wide range of care to live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of West Pico Terrace Assisted Living

West Pico Terrace Assisted Living provides nursing home, assisted living, and skilled nursing care in Los Angeles, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. With several care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

Staff are available throughout the day and night for resident support. Rehabilitation services help residents working to regain or maintain function, and meals prepared by chefs accommodate diverse dietary needs and preferences. Residents can spend outdoor time in the landscaped courtyard, use the media room, or read in the library.

A Walk Score of 90 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still reach routine destinations independently. Azucena Reyes Serrano serves as administrator, and West Pico Terrace Assisted Wellness Gp Et Al operates the community.

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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. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • 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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Los Angeles Nursing Home Facilities Overview

  • Avg payroll costs: $6,381,116.63 (California avg: $6,440,675.14)
  • 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.
View Chart Data Table
MetricLos AngelesCalifornia
Avg payroll costs$6,381,116.63$6,440,675.14
Avg home costs$7,851,170.58$7,865,538.87
Avg occupancy87.25%87.25%
Avg bed count108109
Avg home revenue$14,053,098.46$15,059,642.16
CommunityOccupancyBedsHome RevenuePayroll CostsHome CostsMedicareMedicaidPrivate Pay
AVALON VILLA HEALTH CARE91.37%131$16,177,666.00$6,952,811.00$8,956,349.0026.84%61.56%11.60%
CULVER WEST HEALTH CENTER87.80%91$11,485,973.00$5,168,439.00$7,227,907.0033.31%56.53%10.16%
GUARDIAN REHABILITATION HOSPITAL90.00%93$12,929,901.00$6,571,672.00$7,364,895.0034.96%51.01%14.03%
ST. JOHN OF GOD RETIRE & CARE CENTER91.28%300$24,055,632.00$13,419,961.00$14,647,327.007.51%37.73%54.76%
LOTUS CARE CENTER86.50%40$5,023,247.00$2,402,407.00$3,963,168.0044.71%53.68%1.61%
LIGHTHOUSE HEALTHCARE CENTER75.70%149$12,379,401.00$7,253,886.00$7,545,443.0029.00%67.60%3.40%
OLYMPIA CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL69.19%135$12,245,466.00$5,025,337.00$8,666,618.0023.89%0.88%75.23%
KENNEDY CARE CENTER93.09%97$6,113,996.00$3,125,883.00$3,872,382.0037.68%1.63%60.69%
GRAND PARK CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL97.28%151$32,955,730.00$8,638,644.00$10,251,581.0023.37%68.52%8.11%
KEI-AI LOS ANGELES HEALTHCARE CENTER100.50%300$38,570,612.00$19,580,227.00$23,202,783.0016.18%56.08%27.74%
PALAZZO POST ACUTE91.72%99$13,293,889.00$6,522,384.00$5,791,755.0016.24%66.46%17.30%

Nursing Homes in Los Angeles at a glance

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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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.