Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sunnyvale, California
2 of 4 nursing homes in Sunnyvale (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
523
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$43,176 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Sunnyvale, California, is adequate, with 50% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should note that Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is the top-rated option (B+, 5★), while one facility has incurred fines totaling $43,176, warranting caution.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CEDAR CREST NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER (85) — Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center boasts an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for rehabilitation with ample 99 beds to accommodate residents comfortably.
- 2 IDYLWOOD CARE CENTER (83) — Idylwood Care Center is recognized for its exceptional care with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100. The facility's B+ grade and zero fines reflect its dedication to providing a safe and nurturing space for its 185 residents.
The other 2 Sunnyvale facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $43K.
Recommended
Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center boasts an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this facility offers a reliable environment for rehabilitation with ample 99 beds to accommodate residents comfortably.
Idylwood Care Center is recognized for its exceptional care with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 83/100. The facility's B+ grade and zero fines reflect its dedication to providing a safe and nurturing space for its 185 residents.
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 | Sunnyvale Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $43,176
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Sunnyvale 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?"
Sunnyvale's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 Sunnyvale facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sunnyvale avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale, CA are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Sunnyvale (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sunnyvale "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 Sunnyvale?
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.