Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in San Gabriel, California
2 of 7 nursing homes in San Gabriel (29%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 3 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
533
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$44,496 in combined fines
Zero Fines
4
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in San Gabriel, California, is adequate, with only 29% of the 7 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities carry a total of $41,351 in fines, highlighting the importance of thorough research when selecting care options.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF (85) — SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF boasts an impressive CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a solid Grade of B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility maintains high standards and provides excellent services in its 44-bed capacity.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 SAN MARINO HEALTHCARE CENTER (75) — SAN MARINO HEALTHCARE CENTER offers a commendable CMS rating of 4★ alongside a Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade of B and zero fines, this for-profit facility is dedicated to providing quality care in its 59-bed environment, making it a solid choice for residents seeking reliable services.
The other 5 San Gabriel facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $44K.
Recommended
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF boasts an impressive CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a solid Grade of B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility maintains high standards and provides excellent services in its 44-bed capacity.
SAN MARINO HEALTHCARE CENTER offers a commendable CMS rating of 4★ alongside a Trust Score of 75/100. With a Grade of B and zero fines, this for-profit facility is dedicated to providing quality care in its 59-bed environment, making it a solid choice for residents seeking reliable services.
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 | San Gabriel Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $44,496
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions San Gabriel 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?"
San Gabriel's city average is 3.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 7 San Gabriel facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; San Gabriel avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
San Gabriel facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 San Gabriel, CA are recommended?
2 of 7 nursing homes in San Gabriel (29%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in San Gabriel "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 San Gabriel?
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.