Home Sweet Home Care
Nursing Home & Home Care · Ventura County, CA
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Home Sweet Home Care

Nursing Home & Home Care · Ventura County, CA
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Calculator: See prices in your area
Home Sweet Home Care accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Home Sweet Home Care

Spend your golden years happily with Home Sweet Homecare, LLC, a distinct community that focuses on home care. Committed to improving older adults’ quality of life, the community provides a wide range of care options, including skilled nursing, personal care, dementia care, and respite care. Older adults keep peace of mind with a respectful and highly trained team attending to their needs whenever needed.

Older adults are accompanied by cheerful companions who are dedicated to preventing them from getting lonely. Therapy is also provided, including occupational, speech, and physical therapy to enhance older adults’ living experiences. The community is ideal for those seeking assistance to live comfortably in their later years while receiving top-tier care in the safety of their homes.

(805) 659-4427

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 72.2% Below CA avg. ▼ 72.2% Below CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 68.3% Below CA avg. ▼ 68.3% Below CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▼ 42.0% Below CA avg. ▼ 42.0% Below CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 29.6% Below CA avg. ▼ 29.6% Below CA avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to California state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 239th out of 346 homes in California. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 44m per day
Rank #239 / 346Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 239th out of 346 homes in California. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the California average, with a ranking across 346 California SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility California avg (4h 23m per day)
vs California avg
-15%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 25m per day

Types of Care at Home Sweet Home Care

Home Care

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
288 days
Bed community size
4-bed community Rank #360 / 360Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 360th out of 360 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
17 years in operation Rank #64 / 131Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 64th out of 131 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 64 / 100 Rank #182 / 359Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 182nd out of 359 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 351Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 351 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 351. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
4 / 4
Average residents per home in California 87 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 20, 2009
CountyVentura
License Number374602806

Ownership & Operating Entity

Home Sweet Home Care is legally operated by Ventura Care Homes Llc, and administrated by Gloria P Valencia.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staffing(Specialized Dementia)

Specialized Dementia Live-in Staff
Specialized Dementia Separate Housekeeping Staff

Facility Details(Specialized Dementia)

No Admission Fee

Contact Home Sweet Home Care

Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (75% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
Latest Inspection April 3, 2025 Annual Inspection

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 416 This facility has 75% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (4 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 75% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies cited during the most recent annual inspection on April 3, 2025. Inspectors found compliance across infection control, medication management, physical plant, and emergency planning without any complaints or citations. The original licensing visit on April 8, 2024, also showed the facility met all fire safety and accommodation standards, indicating consistent regulatory compliance.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

Show Inspection Reports

Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2019
Total health inspections 9

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Feb 2025

Total health citations
48 Rank #214 / 354Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 214th out of 354 homes in California. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the California State average, with a ranking across all 354 CA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

California average 50.2

Citations per inspection
5.33 Rank #259 / 354Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 259th out of 354 homes in California. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the California mean across 354 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

California average 4.65


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

32 of 48 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 48 resulted from complaint investigations; and 6 of 48 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations
2 Rank #82 / 156Serious citations (G–I) — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 156 homes in California. Shows G–I scope serious health citations for this facility versus other California SNFs. Lower counts rank better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
100% worse than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations California average: 0.4

2 serious citations California average: 1

45 moderate citations California average: 47.2

1 minor citation California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 7 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Feb 12, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Dec 24, 2024
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 48
Employees 46
Contractors 2
Staff to resident ratio 1.37:1
1371329% better than California average
California average ratio: 0.00:1 California average ratio: 0.00:1See full California ranking
Avg staff/day 17
Average shift 7.8 hours
0% compared with California average
California average: 7.7 hours California average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full California ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 12,238

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 7
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 1
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 34
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.5%

59 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant340348,41992100%9.1
Registered Nurse7072,21892100%7.6
Nurse Practitioner1015467784%7.1
Licensed Practical Nurse1014705661%8.4
Administrator1012595257%5
Respiratory Therapy Technician10123992100%2.6
Medical Director011331314%2.5
Occupational Therapy Aide101291314%2.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant011261314%2
34 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
7 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 84%
1 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 61%
1 Administrator
% of Days 57%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 100%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 14%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 14%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $35K Rank #283 / 354Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 283rd out of 354 homes in California. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the California average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 354 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
37% lower than California average

California average: $55K

Number of fines 2
15% fewer fines than California average

California average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
102% more payment denials than California average

California average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $35K
California average $55K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

3 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 12, 2025
$9K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Feb 12, 2025
25 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 7, 2023
$26K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 12.6
90% worse than California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.8
66% worse than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 21.1%
90% worse than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 23.8%
98% worse than California average

California average: 12.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 11.4%
In line with California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 5.6%
237% worse than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.0%
22% worse than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.8%
33% better than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.7%
60% worse than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 21.6%
222% worse than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 28.8%
186% worse than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.0%
7% worse than California average

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 34.3%
64% worse than California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 8.5%
487% worse than California average

California average: 1.5%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Private pay

1% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Medicaid

39% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 35
Medicare
3
8.6% of residents
Medicaid
31
88.6% of residents
Private pay or other
1
2.9% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$3.8M
Operating loss
-$358.1K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$3.8M Rank #343 / 347Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 343rd out of 347 homes in California. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the California SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$358.1K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #344 / 347Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 344th out of 347 homes in California. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the California average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$2.2M
57.7% of revenue Rank #93 / 347Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd out of 347 homes in California. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the California average. Well-run California SNFs typically land around 56–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.0M
Total costs $4.2M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Places of interest near Home Sweet Home Care

Address 7.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ventura's city center to Home Sweet Home Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

Calculate Travel Distance to Home Sweet Home Care

Add your location

Address

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in California

Home Sweet Home Care is located in Ventura, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

Get Financial aid guidance

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Home Sweet Home Care

What neighborhood is Home Sweet Home Care in?

Home Sweet Home Care is in the Presidential Place neighborhood of Ventura.

What languages are spoken at Home Sweet Home Care?

The team at Home Sweet Home Care speaks ["english"].

Who is the owner of Home Sweet Home Care?

The legal owner and operator of Home Sweet Home Care is Ventura Care Homes Llc.

Is Home Sweet Home Care in a walkable area?

Home Sweet Home Care has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Home Sweet Home Care?

According to CA state health department records, Home Sweet Home Care's license number is 374602806.

What is the occupancy rate at Home Sweet Home Care?

Home Sweet Home Care's occupancy is 100%.

Who is the administrator of Home Sweet Home Care?

Gloria P. Valencia is the administrator of Home Sweet Home Care.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Nursing Home Data Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Explore Open Rooms
1 Contact details
2 What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3 What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4 How soon do you need to find care?
5 Additional details

Thank you for your interest!

Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.