Westgate Gardens Care Center

Assisted Living Home
Overview of Westgate Gardens Care Center

A distinguished senior living community situated in the serene residential area of West Tulare Avenue, Visalia, CA, Westgate Gardens Care Center offers short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, complex wound care, and hospice services. As a four-star rated Medicare community, Westgate Gardens Care Center continuously provides top-tier care and assistance for seniors to have a safe healing journey. The community doubles its efforts to create a care plan that best matches residents’ special needs and aspirations.

With round-the-clock care and assistance from a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals consisting of licensed nurses, seniors can ease their minds and live comfortably. Ideally placed near convenient amenities such as Kaweah Health Medical Hospital and stunning attractions, the community ensures residents are well-cared for. Westgate Gardens Care Center strives to provide a safe place for seniors to heal and experience unrivaled care in its cozy spaces.

(559) 733-0901

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
California average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
California average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
California average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5
California average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 9m per day

This home provides 25% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

California average: 4h 13m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 140

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the California average
Occupancy rate 93.7%
Residents per day (avg) 135
Occupancy rate
93.7%
Residents per day (avg)
135

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.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

81% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

13% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 years

Medicaid

6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 - 9 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$31.9M
Profit
$1.2M
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$31,906,082.00
Profit
$1,190,713.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.5M
26.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$22.3M
Total costs $30.7M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 36 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 555208

Care Services

Alzheimer's Certification

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes

Total residents icon
Total residents icon

Total Residents: 140

Building type icon
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Building Type: Single-story

Types of Care at Westgate Gardens Care Center

Nursing Home Skilled Nursing Nursing Care Hospice Care
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Compare Assisted Living around Tulare County

The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
Quail Park on Cypress
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Visalia
175
Yes
-
46
QP RETIREMENT VILLAGE,LLC & LIVING CARE MANAGEMENT
66.9%
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-21%
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Quail Park at Shannon Ranch
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Visalia
150
Yes
A+
43
NORTHWEST VISALIA SNR HOUSING; MILLENIUM ADVISORS
62.0%
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-
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-27%
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westgate Gardens Care Center
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Visalia
140
No
-
36
WALKER, JONATHAN
93.7%
$31,896,464.00
$8,465,040.00
26.5%
134.50
2/5
3.1577
2/5
2/5
4/5
1
55
1
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+11%
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Park Visalia Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Visalia
110
Yes
-
54
SH 3 VISALIA OPCO LLC; CRFLD MANAGEMENT, LLC
67.3%
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-21%
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Glory Days Memory Care and Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Visalia
10
No
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29
GLORY DAYS ASSISTED LIVING, INC.
70.0%
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-17%
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Address 3.3 miles from city center

Address 4525 W Tulare Ave, Visalia, CA 93277

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

227
Total Staff
225
Employees
2
Contractors
62,495
Total Hours (Quarter)
91
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse89.1 No
Licensed Practical Nurse349.4 No
Certified Nursing Assistant1416.8 No
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
186 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
23 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
7 staff
9.3hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.4%
of total hours from contractors
231 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant141014132,24191100%6.8
Licensed Practical Nurse3403412,66491100%9.4
Registered Nurse8082,94591100%9.1
Physical Therapy Aide6062,1988088%7.9
Speech Language Pathologist7071,7376976%7.6
Qualified Activities Professional6061,6408897%9.9
RN Director of Nursing3031,5396976%8
Physical Therapy Assistant2241,0496774%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician5051,0418593%6.9
Other Dietary Services Staff3039469099%7.3
Qualified Social Worker2027686673%7.6
Dental Services Staff2027616369%7.2
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1015126470%8
Mental Health Service Worker1015126470%8
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1014816268%7.8
Dietitian1014386167%7.2

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 25

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 55
Citations per inspection
2.2

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

30 of 55 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 25 of 55 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than California average

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 1
In line with California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations More info California average: 0.4

1 serious citation More info California average: 1

54 moderate citations More info California average: 47.2

0 minor citations More info California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 05, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Aug 05, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Jul 01, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jun 11, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
133 Total Residents
Medicare 27 (20.3%)
Medicaid 83 (62.4%)
Private Pay/Other 23 (17.3%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Clinical Research
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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. 5.2
22% 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. 9.4
17% better 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 7.9%
29% better than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 13.7%
15% 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 6.7%
41% 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 2.6%
56% 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 1.1%
79% 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 0.6%
86% better than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 12.8%
92% worse than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 7.0%
31% better than California average

California average: 10.1%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
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%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.8%
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 93.8%
In line with California average

California average: 93.2%

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $8K
85% lower than California average

California average: $55K

Number of fines 1
58% 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 $8K
California average $55K
Penalty History

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

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 15, 2025
$8K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. May 15, 2025
32 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

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

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

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

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

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

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

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

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

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

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

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

$2,000 (individual).

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

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

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

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

Not applicable; income-focused.

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

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