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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.

Valley Healthcare

Nursing Home in Kern County

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.

Valley Healthcare

1205 8th St, Bakersfield, CA 93304 View map
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Overview of Valley Healthcare

Valley Healthcare in Bakersfield, CA, is a nursing home that has comprehensive care options, including short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The community fosters comfort and healing with its warm and supportive environment. With 24-hour assistance, well-balanced meals, and therapy services, residents have a worry-free living. Here, residents’ needs are prioritized, so personalized care is created dedicated to improving their quality of life.

Residents can make friends and explore interests through social events, light exercises, and recreational activities. Thoughtfully designed living spaces and accessible communal areas ensure residents can move around and rest without hassles. Situated in the quiet residential area in Bakersfield, near restaurants and shops, the community ensures residents have quick access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home is ideal for senior living in California, as it has high-quality services that aim to help older adults live to their potential in retirement.

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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.
1/5
California average: 3.1/5
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.
2/5
California average: 2.8/5
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.
1/5
California average: 3.1/5
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.
2/5
California average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
1h 54m per day

This home provides 55% less nursing time per resident than the California average.

California average: 4h 13m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 17m per day 39m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 26m per day 2h 39m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 26m per day 4h 5m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 4m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 14m per day 30m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 113
Residents per day (avg)
21

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 555623

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Walk Score
Walk Score: 81 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Programs & Activities

Operating Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, Saturday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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Building Type: Single-story

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Types of Care at Valley Healthcare

Skilled Nursing
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Compare Nursing Homes around Kern County The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

5 facilities compared · CMS & CA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Valley Healthcare
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Bakersfield (Oleander/Sunset)
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$4.3M
$2.1M
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115651
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Kern River Transitional Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Bakersfield (South San Lauren)
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3.46
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$37.2M
$12.0M
32.3%
555912
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Delano District Skilled Nursing
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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Delano
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Parkview Julian Nursing & Rehab
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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Bakersfield
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The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield
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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Bakersfield
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Valley Healthcare
Overall Rating:
Type of care: NH NH
Community: Bakersfield (Oleander/Sunset)
Bed Count: 87
Occupancy: 67.5%
Occupancy vs State Avg: -20%
Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.1
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Staffing vs State Avg: -27%
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
Avg Residents/Day: 21
Home Revenue: $4,337,457.00
Payroll Costs: $2,147,899.00
Payroll %: 49.5%
CCN: 115651
Kern River Transitional Care Kern River Transitional Care
Overall Rating:
Type of care: NH NH
Community: Bakersfield (South San Lauren)
Occupancy: 95.6%
Occupancy vs State Avg: +13%
Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.5
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Staffing vs State Avg: -18%
Number of Fines: 1
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
Avg Residents/Day: 128
Home Revenue: $37,233,837.00
Payroll Costs: $12,031,869.00
Payroll %: 32.3%
CCN: 555912
Bed Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Delano District Skilled Nursing Delano District Skilled Nursing
Type of care: NH NH
Community: Delano
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
Parkview Julian Nursing & Rehab
Type of care: NH NH
Community: Bakersfield
Bed Count: 99
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield
Type of care: NH NH
Community: Bakersfield
Citations per Inspection: 0.0
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Quality of care over time

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

Long-stay resident measures
Average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.72
65% worse than California average

California average: 2.25

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.04
91% worse than California average

California average: 1.59

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly below average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 27.6%
19% worse than California average

California average: 23.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 20.0%
79% worse than California average

California average: 11.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 40.0%
25% worse than California average

California average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 28.2%
44% worse than California average

California average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).

CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).

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

California CARES Program

CA CARES

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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.

CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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