Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Whittier, California
3 of 7 nursing homes in Whittier (43%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 1 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
3.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
579
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
0 Grade F
$55,476 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/7
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Whittier, California, is adequate, with 7 facilities available and only 3 recommended (43%). Families should be aware that while the top facility, Presbyterian Intercomm Hosp DP/SNF, has a strong rating, there are 3 facilities with a total of $41,849 in fines to consider.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PRESBYTERIAN INTERCOMM HOSP DP/SNF (83) — With an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 83/100, Presbyterian Intercomm Hospital DP/SNF stands out for its commitment to quality care. This non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, ensuring personalized attention in its 35-bed capacity without any fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 SOCAL POST-ACUTE CARE (73) — SoCal Post-Acute Care offers a commendable CMS 4-star rating, paired with a Trust Score of 73/100. Although it's a for-profit facility, its commitment to quality care in a 59-bed setting is evident, with zero fines reported.
- 3 WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF (73) — Whittier Hospital Medical Center D/P SNF boasts a top-tier CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 73/100, reflecting its dedication to high-quality care. This 22-bed for-profit facility has maintained a clean record with no fines, ensuring a reliable choice for rehabilitation.
The other 4 Whittier facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $55K.
Recommended
With an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 83/100, Presbyterian Intercomm Hospital DP/SNF stands out for its commitment to quality care. This non-profit facility focuses on community well-being, ensuring personalized attention in its 35-bed capacity without any fines.
SoCal Post-Acute Care offers a commendable CMS 4-star rating, paired with a Trust Score of 73/100. Although it's a for-profit facility, its commitment to quality care in a 59-bed setting is evident, with zero fines reported.
Whittier Hospital Medical Center D/P SNF boasts a top-tier CMS 5-star rating and a Trust Score of 73/100, reflecting its dedication to high-quality care. This 22-bed for-profit facility has maintained a clean record with no fines, ensuring a reliable choice for rehabilitation.
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 | Whittier Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 4?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $55,476
- Low-scoring facilities
- 4 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Whittier 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?"
Whittier's city average is 3.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 7 Whittier facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Whittier avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Whittier 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 Whittier, CA are recommended?
3 of 7 nursing homes in Whittier (43%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Whittier "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 Whittier?
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.