Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Pacific Grove, California
1 of 3 nursing homes in Pacific Grove (33%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
101
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$12,585 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Pacific Grove, California, is adequate, with three facilities and one recommended option, representing 33% of the total. Families should consider Canterbury Woods, the top-rated facility with a B+ and 5 stars, as it stands out in a market with no fines or facilities to avoid.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CANTERBURY WOODS (85) — Canterbury Woods stands out with its impressive 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting exceptional care quality. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused services, ensuring residents receive attentive and compassionate support in a cozy environment with only 24 beds.
The other 2 Pacific Grove facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $12K.
Recommended
Canterbury Woods stands out with its impressive 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting exceptional care quality. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused services, ensuring residents receive attentive and compassionate support in a cozy environment with only 24 beds.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Pacific Grove Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $12,585
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Pacific Grove 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?"
Pacific Grove's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Pacific Grove facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Pacific Grove avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Pacific Grove 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 Pacific Grove, CA are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Pacific Grove (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Pacific Grove "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 Pacific Grove?
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.