Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Long Beach, California
2 of 25 nursing homes in Long Beach (8%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 3 caution · 20 avoid · data
City Average
2.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
2,684
across 25 facilities
High Risk Facilities
20
19 Grade F
$2,020,825 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/25
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Long Beach, California, is adequate but concerning, with only 8% of the 25 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 20 facilities have incurred a total of $1,982,168 in fines, highlighting the need for careful selection.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 ATLANTIC MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE CENTER (83) — Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility prioritizes quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a reliable choice for nursing needs.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 BEACHSIDE POST ACUTE (70) — Beachside Post Acute offers a commendable CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, ensuring good quality care in a welcoming atmosphere. The facility's Grade B reflects a commitment to improvement, making it a solid option for those seeking nursing home services.
The other 23 Long Beach facilities didn't qualify — 20 carry Grade D or F ratings and 22 have fines totaling $2.0M.
Recommended
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center stands out with its excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility prioritizes quality care in a comfortable environment, making it a reliable choice for nursing needs.
Beachside Post Acute offers a commendable CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 70/100, ensuring good quality care in a welcoming atmosphere. The facility's Grade B reflects a commitment to improvement, making it a solid option for those seeking nursing home 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 | Long Beach Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.2 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 23?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 19 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 22 Have fines totaling $2,020,825
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Long Beach 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?"
Long Beach's city average is 2.2 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
22 of 25 Long Beach facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Long Beach avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Long Beach 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 Long Beach, CA are recommended?
2 of 25 nursing homes in Long Beach (8%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Long Beach "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 Long Beach?
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.