Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Solvang, California
1 of 1 nursing homes in Solvang (100%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
50
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Solvang, California, is adequate, with one facility, Atterdag Care Center, receiving a commendable B+ rating and 5★ reviews. Families can feel confident in their choice, as the facility is recommended at 100% and has no fines or facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Atterdag Care Center (80) — Atterdag Care Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. With a B+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, making it a top choice for residents and their families.
Recommended
Atterdag Care Center stands out with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. With a B+ grade and no fines, this non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, making it a top choice for residents and their families.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Solvang Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Solvang 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?"
Solvang's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Solvang facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Solvang avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Solvang 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 Solvang, CA are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Solvang (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Solvang "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 Solvang?
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.