Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Upland, California
2 of 3 nursing homes in Upland (67%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
375
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Upland, California, is adequate, with 3 facilities and 67% recommended. Families should consider Upland Rehabilitation and Care Center, rated 4 stars, as a top option, noting that there are no facilities in the avoid tier or with fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 UPLAND REHABILITATION AND CARE CENTER (70) — Upland Rehabilitation and Care Center shines with its 4-star CMS rating and solid Grade B, reflecting quality care and a commitment to improvement. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, residents benefit from a well-managed environment in a spacious 206-bed facility.
- 2 VILLA MESA CARE CENTER (70) — Villa Mesa Care Center offers a commendable 4-star CMS rating and a Grade B, showcasing its dedication to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this 99-bed facility ensures residents receive attentive support in a comfortable setting.
The other 1 Upland facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Upland Rehabilitation and Care Center shines with its 4-star CMS rating and solid Grade B, reflecting quality care and a commitment to improvement. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, residents benefit from a well-managed environment in a spacious 206-bed facility.
Villa Mesa Care Center offers a commendable 4-star CMS rating and a Grade B, showcasing its dedication to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this 99-bed facility ensures residents receive attentive support in a comfortable setting.
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 | Upland Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
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
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Upland 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?"
Upland's city average is 4.0 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Upland facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Upland avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Upland 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 Upland, CA are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Upland (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Upland "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 Upland?
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.