Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Temple City, California
1 of 3 nursing homes in Temple City (33%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
509
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$309,316 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Temple City, California, is limited, with only three facilities available and just one recommended. Families should be aware that while Temple City Healthcare holds a solid rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $306,142, indicating potential concerns.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 TEMPLE CITY HEALTHCARE (70) — Temple City Healthcare boasts a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a Grade B, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this facility provides a reliable environment for its 59 residents, ensuring they receive attention from skilled staff in a well-maintained setting.
The other 2 Temple City facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $309K.
Recommended
Temple City Healthcare boasts a solid CMS rating of 4 stars and a Grade B, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this facility provides a reliable environment for its 59 residents, ensuring they receive attention from skilled staff in a well-maintained setting.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Temple City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.3 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
- 2 Have fines totaling $309,316
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Temple City 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?"
Temple City's city average is 2.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Temple City facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Temple City avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Temple City 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 Temple City, CA are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Temple City (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Temple City "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 Temple City?
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.