Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Gardena, California
2 of 8 nursing homes in Gardena (25%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 5 avoid · data
City Average
3.4
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
713
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
5
2 Grade F
$143,039 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Gardena, California, is adequate but has notable concerns, with only 2 out of 8 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 5 facilities have a total of $130,208 in fines, indicating potential quality issues to consider when choosing care options.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 CLEAR VIEW SANITARIUM (93) — Clear View Sanitarium stands out with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. Its Grade A indicates high-quality care, and the absence of fines further underscores its commitment to excellence in resident satisfaction and safety.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 CLEAR VIEW CONVALESCENT CENTER (88) — Clear View Convalescent Center boasts a commendable 5★ CMS rating, paired with a Trust Score of 88/100 and a Grade B+. This facility excels in providing compassionate care, supported by its zero fines, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality convalescent services.
The other 6 Gardena facilities didn't qualify — 5 carry Grade D or F ratings and 6 have fines totaling $143K.
Recommended
Clear View Sanitarium stands out with a stellar 5★ CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. Its Grade A indicates high-quality care, and the absence of fines further underscores its commitment to excellence in resident satisfaction and safety.
Clear View Convalescent Center boasts a commendable 5★ CMS rating, paired with a Trust Score of 88/100 and a Grade B+. This facility excels in providing compassionate care, supported by its zero fines, making it a reliable choice for families seeking quality convalescent services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Gardena Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.4 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 6?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 6 Have fines totaling $143,039
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Gardena Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Gardena's city average is 3.4 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
6 of 8 Gardena facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Gardena avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Gardena 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 Gardena, CA are recommended?
2 of 8 nursing homes in Gardena (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Gardena "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 Gardena?
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.