Valley Healthcare Center
Nursing Home · San Bernardino 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.

Valley Healthcare Center

Nursing Home · San Bernardino 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.
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Valley Healthcare Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Valley Healthcare Center

Conveniently located near trusted hospitals like Loma Linda University Medical Center and Community Hospital of San Bernardino in San Bernardino, CA, Valley Healthcare Center is an esteemed community that offers short-term and long-term care. Featuring 109 cozy and specially designed accommodations, the community ensures comfort and safety, especially with top-notch care and assistance tailored to residents’ special needs. Medicare is also accepted in the community, easing residents’ financial challenges.

With state-of-the-art amenities and innovative approaches, residents keep peace of mind and enjoy the highest quality of life. The community also offers continued care from home to ensure a worry-free recovery. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Find the care you need with the community’s wide range of care and round-the-clock assistance.

(909) 886-5291

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.
▲ 11.1% Above CA avg. ▲ 11.1% Above 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.
▼ 4.8% Below CA avg. ▼ 4.8% 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.
▲ 15.9% Above CA avg. ▲ 15.9% Above 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.
▲ 17.4% Above CA avg. ▲ 17.4% Above 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 137th 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.
4h 11m per day
Rank #137 / 346Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 137th 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
-4%

1 of 1 metrics below state avg

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 37m per day ▼ 12% State avg: 4h 5m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day

Types of Care at Valley Healthcare Center

Nursing Home

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Lower occupancy than the California average: 84.7%
Occupancy rate 80.4% Rank #231 / 351Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 231st 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.
Avg. Length of Stay 209 days
Occupancy rate
80.4% Rank #231 / 351Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 231st 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.
Avg. Length of Stay
209 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100 Rank #210 / 359Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 210th 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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License Details

CMS Certification Number56389

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Health Inspection History

Inspections Since 2022
Total health inspections 8

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations
45 Rank #199 / 354Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th 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
5.62 Rank #277 / 354Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 277th 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.

37 of 45 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 45 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations
0
100% better than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations California average: 0.4

0 serious citations California average: 1

42 moderate citations California average: 47.2

3 minor citations California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 4 years)
Environmental moderate citation Jul 25, 2025
Corrected

Environmental moderate citation Jul 25, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jul 25, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jul 25, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

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

Total staff 440
Employees 146
Contractors 294
Staff to resident ratio 2.34:1
2340326% better than California average
California average ratio: 0.00:1 California average ratio: 0.00:1See full California ranking
Avg staff/day 107
Average shift 7.5 hours
0% compared with California average
California average: 7.7 hours California average shift: 7.7 hoursSee full California ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 73,818

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 33
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 96
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 280
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

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

29.7%

21,951 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 201 Licensed Practical Nurse: 69 Registered Nurse: 18 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2

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 Assistant7920128043,97392100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse27699615,12992100%7.5
Registered Nurse1518334,67792100%7.4
Other Dietary Services Staff9092,32892100%7.6
RN Director of Nursing4041,8506874%8
Dental Services Staff3031,4717480%8
Speech Language Pathologist2027586773%7.4
Physical Therapy Assistant0227397379%6.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist3034985257%6.9
Occupational Therapy Aide1014886166%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224675964%7.9
Nurse Practitioner1014565762%8
Dietitian1014405560%8
Administrator1013924953%8
Qualified Social Worker0221531820%8
280 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
96 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
33 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
9 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 74%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 80%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 73%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 79%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 57%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 66%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 64%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 60%
1 Administrator
% of Days 53%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 20%

Penalties and fines

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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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. 4.8
28% better 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. 6.0
47% better than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average California avg: 4.2 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 4.3%
61% better than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 9.1%
24% better 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 4.6%
59% better than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.4%
15% better than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.5%
29% better than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.5%
31% worse than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.8%
57% worse than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.9%
In line with California average

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.14
49% better 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. 0.97
39% better than California average

California average: 1.59

Short-stay resident measures
Below average California avg: 3.5 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
6% better than California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
7% better than California average

California average: 93.2%

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. 8.6%
84% worse than California average

California average: 53.7%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 2 months

Private pay

26% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

48% 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 188
Medicare
4
2.1% of residents
Medicaid
164
87.2% of residents
Private pay or other
20
10.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

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

Nurse Aide Training

State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site

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
$31.3M
Operating loss
-$2.5M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$31.3M Rank #54 / 347Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th 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
-$2.5M
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 #25 / 347Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 25th 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.
$15.2M
48.5% of revenue Rank #178 / 347Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 178th 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.
$18.7M
Total costs $33.8M

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Building Type: Single-story

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Bernardino's city center to Valley Healthcare Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
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Valley Healthcare Center is located in San Bernardino, California.
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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)

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

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Hillcrest Care
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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).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Highland Palms Healthcare Center
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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).

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Grand Terrace Health Care Center
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).

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Valley Healthcare Center
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).

San Bernardino202 80.4% -5%4.18 -12%-1%$0455.6-21A+ 60 Vale Holding Company LLC$31.3M$15.2M48.5%56389

Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Healthcare Center

Is Valley Healthcare Center in a walkable area?

Valley Healthcare Center has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the address of Valley Healthcare Center?

Valley Healthcare Center is located at 1680 N Waterman Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92404.

What is the phone number of Valley Healthcare Center?

(909) 886-5291 will put you in contact with the team at Valley Healthcare Center.

Is Valley Healthcare Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Valley Healthcare Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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