Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in El Cerrito, California
1 of 1 nursing homes in El Cerrito (100%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
45
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in El Cerrito, California, is adequate, with one facility that meets recommendations. Families can feel confident in choosing SHIELDS NURSING CENTER, which boasts a B+ rating and 5-star reviews, while also noting that there are no fines reported.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 SHIELDS NURSING CENTER (83) — Shields Nursing Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting high standards in care and resident satisfaction. With a B+ grade and no fines, this 45-bed for-profit facility is committed to delivering quality services to its residents.
Recommended
Shields Nursing Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, reflecting high standards in care and resident satisfaction. With a B+ grade and no fines, this 45-bed for-profit facility is committed to delivering quality services to its residents.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | El Cerrito Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions El Cerrito Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
El Cerrito's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 El Cerrito facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; El Cerrito avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
El Cerrito facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in El Cerrito, CA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in El Cerrito (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in El Cerrito "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in El Cerrito?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.