Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Pasadena, California
1 of 14 nursing homes in Pasadena (7%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 4 caution · 9 avoid · data
City Average
2.2
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,117
across 14 facilities
High Risk Facilities
9
5 Grade F
$294,561 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/14
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Pasadena, California, is adequate but concerning, with only 1 out of 14 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 9 facilities have incurred a total of $285,171 in fines, highlighting the need for thorough research before making decisions.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 VILLA GARDENS HEALTH CARE UNIT (85) — Villa Gardens Health Care Unit excels with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a nurturing environment for its 54 residents while maintaining a Grade B+ with zero fines.
The other 13 Pasadena facilities didn't qualify — 9 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $294K.
Recommended
Villa Gardens Health Care Unit excels with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, providing a nurturing environment for its 54 residents while maintaining a Grade B+ with zero fines.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Pasadena 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 13?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 5 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $294,561
- Low-scoring facilities
- 8 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Pasadena 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?"
Pasadena's city average is 2.2 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 14 Pasadena facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Pasadena avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Pasadena 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 Pasadena, CA are recommended?
1 of 14 nursing homes in Pasadena (7%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Pasadena "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 Pasadena?
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.