Best Nursing Homes in California

Explore top-rated nursing homes in California, offering excellent care and services. These facilities are rated 5 stars by CMS, ensuring high quality and safety standards.

Choosing a nursing home in California involves considering various factors, including quality of care, location, and costs. With monthly expenses for a semi-private room in a nursing home averaging $10,650, and $13,150 for a private room, it's important to understand the financial commitment involved. California offers diverse options, from urban settings to more suburban environments, each providing unique benefits. This list highlights top-rated facilities based on CMS ratings, ensuring families can make informed decisions about long-term care for their loved ones.

Cost Overview: California

Homemaker:$7,300/month
Home Health Aide:$7,500/month
Adult Day Care:$2,150/month
Assisted Living:$6,750/month
Nursing Home Semi Private:$10,650/month
Nursing Home Private:$13,150/month
1

JOYCE EISENBERG KEEFER MEDICAL CENTER D/P SNF

5.0

RESEDA, CA| 239 beds

Located in Reseda, this nursing home offers 239 beds and holds a perfect CMS rating of 5.0, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care.

2

ALDEN TERRACE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL

5.0

LOS ANGELES, CA| 210 beds

This Los Angeles facility provides 210 beds and excels with a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring top-tier care and services for residents.

3

Upland Rehabilitation and Care Center

5.0

Upland, CA| 206 beds

Upland Rehabilitation and Care Center offers 206 beds and maintains a 5.0 CMS rating, highlighting its dedication to quality care.

4

DIABLO VALLEY POST ACUTE

5.0

CONCORD, CA| 190 beds

Situated in Concord, this nursing home features 190 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, emphasizing its high standards in care and services.

5

Victoria Care Center

5.0

Ventura, CA| 188 beds

Victoria Care Center in Ventura provides 188 beds and holds a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring residents receive excellent care.

6

CITY VIEW POST ACUTE

5.0

SAN FRANCISCO, CA| 180 beds

Located in San Francisco, this facility offers 180 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, underscoring its quality care and service excellence.

7

BRUCEVILLE TERRACE - D/P SNF OF METHODIST HOSPITAL

5.0

SACRAMENTO, CA| 171 beds

In Sacramento, this nursing home provides 171 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, reflecting its strong commitment to quality care.

8

EDGEMOOR HOSPITAL

5.0

SANTEE, CA| 192 beds

Edgemoor Hospital in Santee offers 192 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring high-quality care for its residents.

9

IDYLWOOD CARE CENTER

5.0

SUNNYVALE, CA| 185 beds

This Sunnyvale facility provides 185 beds and holds a 5.0 CMS rating, highlighting its commitment to excellent care.

10

ROSSMOOR POST ACUTE

5.0

WALNUT CREEK, CA| 155 beds

Rossmoor Post Acute in Walnut Creek offers 155 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring quality care and services for residents.

11

PACIFIC COAST POST ACUTE

5.0

SALINAS, CA| 149 beds

Located in Salinas, this facility features 149 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, emphasizing its high standards in care.

12

OAK RIVER REHAB

5.0

ANDERSON, CA| 143 beds

Oak River Rehab in Anderson provides 143 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, offering high-quality care to its residents.

13

PLEASANTON NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER

5.0

PLEASANTON, CA| 139 beds

This Pleasanton facility offers 139 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring excellent care and services.

14

BEACH CREEK POST-ACUTE

5.0

ANAHEIM, CA| 138 beds

Located in Anaheim, Beach Creek Post-Acute provides 138 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, emphasizing its commitment to quality care.

15

LAKESIDE SPECIAL CARE CENTER

5.0

LAKESIDE, CA| 94 beds

This Lakeside facility offers 94 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring high-quality care for its residents.

16

FOUNTAINS, THE

5.0

YUBA CITY, CA| 145 beds

The Fountains in Yuba City provides 145 beds and holds a 5.0 CMS rating, highlighting its dedication to excellent care.

17

Mission Park Healthcare Center

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA| 138 beds

Located in Santa Barbara, this facility offers 138 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring quality care and services.

18

MISSION SKILLED NURSING & SUBACUTE CENTER

5.0

SANTA CLARA, CA| 133 beds

This Santa Clara facility provides 133 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, emphasizing its high standards in care.

19

MEDICAL HILL HEALTHCARE CENTER

5.0

OAKLAND, CA| 124 beds

Medical Hill Healthcare Center in Oakland offers 124 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, ensuring high-quality care for its residents.

20

Copper Ridge Care Center

5.0

REDDING, CA| 125 beds

Located in Redding, Copper Ridge Care Center provides 125 beds and a 5.0 CMS rating, highlighting its commitment to quality care.

How We Ranked

Rankings are based on CMS overall star rating, quality measures, staffing data, and health inspection results from Medicare Care Compare. This provides an objective assessment of each facility's performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rankings based on CMS Care Compare data. This is not medical advice. Last updated: April 4, 2026.