Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Santa Clara, California
1 of 2 nursing homes in Santa Clara (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
334
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Santa Clara, California, is limited, with only 2 facilities available and just 1 recommended, indicating a challenging environment for families seeking quality care. Notably, the top facility, MISSION SKILLED NURSING & SUBACUTE CENTER, holds a B rating with 5 stars, providing a solid option despite the overall constraints.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 MISSION SKILLED NURSING & SUBACUTE CENTER (73) — Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center stands out with an excellent 5★ CMS rating and a solid B grade, reflecting high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes patient well-being in its 133-bed capacity, making it a reliable choice for those in need of skilled nursing services.
The other 1 Santa Clara facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center stands out with an excellent 5★ CMS rating and a solid B grade, reflecting high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 73/100 and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes patient well-being in its 133-bed capacity, making it a reliable choice for those in need of skilled nursing services.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Santa Clara 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 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Santa Clara 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?"
Santa Clara's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Santa Clara facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Santa Clara avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara, CA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Santa Clara (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Santa Clara "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 Santa Clara?
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.