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Best Nursing Homes in Riverside County, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 7 nursing homes in Riverside 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 Riverside 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: 2.8/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Riverside 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 Riverside 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

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

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

Valencia Gardens Health Care Center
NH
Riverside (Magnolia Center)
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 103
Rank #1133 / 1657
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #409 / 1537
+3%
3.60
Facility 3.60
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #269 / 354
-29%-15%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
3.7
Facility 3.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #135 / 361
-53-
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 57
Rank #249 / 2092
Franklin Hughes
$10.0M
Facility $10.0M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #218 / 355
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #281 / 355
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #300 / 355
555331
Community Care On Palm
NH
ADC
AL
NC
RC
Riverside (Wood Streets)
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 103
Rank #1131 / 1657
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #165 / 1537
+15%
4.24
Facility 4.24
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #138 / 354
-62%+1%
$33.5k
Facility $33.5k
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #287 / 362
-
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #235 / 361
3.7
Facility 3.7
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #135 / 361
349-
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 57
Rank #1215 / 2092
Ezequiel Bercovich
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #321 / 355
$3.9M
Facility $3.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #320 / 355
44.3%
Facility 44.3%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #132 / 355
555711
Palm Terrace Care Center
NH
NC
Riverside (La Sierra Hills)
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 103
Rank #998 / 1657
88.1%
Facility 88.1%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #374 / 1537
+4%
3.75
Facility 3.75
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #245 / 354
-9%-11%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #86 / 361
4.3
Facility 4.3
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #196 / 361
-66A
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 57
Rank #1874 / 2092
-
$14.2M
Facility $14.2M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #237 / 355
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #223 / 355
49.6%
Facility 49.6%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #141 / 355
555365
Extended Care Hospital of Riverside
NH
Riverside (Ramona)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
95.9%
Facility 95.9%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #178 / 1537
+13%
3.82
Facility 3.82
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #229 / 354
-39%-10%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #219 / 361
3.0
Facility 3.0
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #65 / 361
-93-
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 57
Rank #1488 / 2092
F & B Health Care
$16.6M
Facility $16.6M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #70 / 355
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #156 / 355
53.6%
Facility 53.6%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #337 / 355
56162
Riverwalk Post Acute
NH
HC
Riverside (Arlington)
146
Facility 146
CA AVG 103
Rank #385 / 1657
--
3.41
Facility 3.41
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #316 / 354
-47%-19%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #263 / 361
2.4
Facility 2.4
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #25 / 361
-6A+
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 57
Rank #740 / 2092
Calvin Patel
$23.4M
Facility $23.4M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #44 / 355
$11.9M
Facility $11.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #76 / 355
51%
Facility 51%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #307 / 355
555017
Mission Care Center
NH
MC
Riverside (Ramona)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #1209 / 1657
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
CA AVG 84.7%
Rank #193 / 1537
+12%
2.55
Facility 2.55
CA AVG 4.22
Rank #353 / 354
+94%-40%
$0
Facility $0
CA AVG $56.5k
Rank #1 / 362
-
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 50.2
Rank #57 / 361
5.5
Facility 5.5
CA AVG 4.6
Rank #277 / 361
138-
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 57
Rank #1488 / 2092
Riverside Equities LLC
$9.8M
Facility $9.8M
CA AVG $17.0M
Rank #272 / 355
$5.9M
Facility $5.9M
CA AVG $7.0M
Rank #260 / 355
60.4%
Facility 60.4%
CA AVG 45.2%
Rank #120 / 355
55542
Overview of The Grove Care and Wellness

Ideally located in Riverside, CA, The Grove Care and Wellness is a peaceful oasis for those needing short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Their team of excellent care experts carefully curates individual care plans that effectively address residents’ unique needs. Peace of mind and well-being is guaranteed by highly skilled nurses available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The community uses advanced therapeutic approaches and a state-of-the-art therapy center managed by excellent therapists to help residents maintain their highest level of function. With its wide array of engaging activities, the community ensures there are no boring moments for residents. At The Grove Care and Wellness, you are bound to achieve your care and recovery goals while enjoying your life to the fullest.

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Overview of Valencia Gardens Health Care Center

Situated in a serene area in Riverside, CA, Valencia Gardens Health Care Center is a safe retreat for those who need rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing services. They help residents get back to their routines by offering access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services. With 24-hour care and supervision, residents can focus on their well-being without worrying about their safety and care needs.

Engaging and stimulating activities like gardening, exercise classes, and volunteer programs are also available to help residents stay active and engaged. The community also provides an array of social services and compassionate end-of-life care to make residents’ final days as comfortable as possible. With Valencia Gardens Health Care Center, residents are guaranteed to receive all the care and support they need to thrive.

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Overview of Community Care on Palm

Experience genuine care with Community Care on Palm, a compassionate community in Riverside, CA that offers an array of rehabilitative services. The community helps residents recover successfully with the help of their professional therapists trained in physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Residents are well-cared for with access to 24/7 skilled nursing services and individualized care plans tailored to their preferences and needs.

Those looking for short-term stays can access the community’s respite care and adult day care program designed to offer companionship and relief for family caregivers. Living spaces here are designed to provide both comfort and opportunities for meaningful social interactions. With its round-the-clock care and customized services, the community warrants an effective delivery of care amidst a safe and nurturing environment.

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Overview of Palm Terrace Care Center

Maintain your highest functionality in a caring environment with Palm Terrace Care Center, a community in Riverside, CA built to offer skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. They provide residents with a personalized therapy program that aligns with their needs and the finest therapists and equipment to help them retain or improve their functionality. Residents with Alzheimer’s thrive with their memory care program that follows their “life footprint” to help caregivers fully understand them and incorporate details of their daily lives in their care plans.

The community works side-by-side with residents to foster participation and transparency in care delivery. There are no boring days with a wide array of activities like arts and crafts classes and movie nights held regularly. Here, residents find a supportive environment that respects their wishes and preserves the lifestyle they want as much as possible.

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Overview of Extended Care Hospital of Riverside

Ideally set in the harmonious neighborhood of Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA, Extended Care Hospital of Riverside is a unique community that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life, the community provides 24/7 care and assistance to meet their special needs and preferences. As a 99-bed skilled care home, the community strives to provide the utmost attention for Here, residents enjoy the finest quality of life with its warm and welcoming environment.

Enrich your retirement with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs for their leisure and wellness. The community also assists residents and families with their social needs to ensure a smooth transition from planning to discharge. Make the most out of your best years with the community taking care of your healthcare and personal needs.

Contact Extended Care Hospital of Riverside

Overview of Riverwalk Post Acute

Serving the health and recovery needs of residents in Riverside, CA for over 50 years, Riverwalk Post Acute is a leading community designed for skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. They feature a team of excellent therapists and an advanced rehab gym that provides access to speech, physical, and occupational therapy services for residents’ recovery needs. The community guarantees a well-cared-for living experience with the help of their highly-skilled nurses who are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Thanks to Riverwalk’s strategic location, residents here also enjoy access to a healthcare provider for their medical needs and emergencies. The community also features an array of activities complemented by its spacious lobby and common areas. With a friendly atmosphere, a kind care team, and advanced care practices, residents here are guaranteed to maximize their function level and independence.

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Overview of Mission Care Center

Mission Care Center is a compassionate community in Riverside, CA dedicated to supporting residents’ well-being through skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. They feature a highly skilled team of clinicians, therapists, and medical consultants to help residents in their recovery process or maintain their functionality. Residents here enjoy the comfort of their healing environment with easy access to care services like physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

Apart from comprehensive care services, the community assists residents and their families throughout their journey by offering compassionate social services. The community also organizes an array of fun and engaging activities to help residents stay stimulated and active. By meeting residents’ social and medical needs, Mission Care Center guarantees a smooth and comfortable healing journey.

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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 Riverside 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 7 nursing homes in Riverside County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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.