Nursing Homes in Joshua Tree, California
Joshua Tree has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 92 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at California's state average of 3.1 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.15 vs state
Total Beds
92
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
48 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Joshua Tree
Hi-desert Medical Center D/p Snf
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About Nursing Home Care in Joshua Tree
The nursing home market in Joshua Tree, CA, presents limited options for families seeking care. The standout is Joshua Tree Care Center, but it still lacks the desirable qualities families should look for in a facility. With an average rating of about 3.0 stars, the overall market isn't concerning, but you'll find better prospects by exploring neighboring cities.
While there's only one nursing home in Joshua Tree, visiting Joshua Tree Care Center could be worthwhile, especially since it has a clean record with zero fines over the past three years. However, keep in mind that this facility is for-profit, and there are no non-profit options available in the area. If you're looking for better facilities, consider heading to nearby cities like Yucca Valley or Twentynine Palms, where you may find more robust choices.
Fortunately, there are no facilities in Joshua Tree with major red flags, but that doesn’t mean all options are ideal. Families should remain cautious, as Joshua Tree Care Center does not have a well-staffed environment, which is a crucial factor for quality care. When visiting any facility, be sure to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and take the time to observe interactions between staff and residents to gauge the overall atmosphere.
Joshua Tree at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
Be Aware
- • Always check recent inspection reports before visiting
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Joshua Tree is stable
Questions Joshua Tree Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Joshua Tree avg is 0.80 hrs (48 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Joshua Tree facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Joshua Tree, California
Joshua Tree, California's San Bernardino County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 92 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Joshua Tree vs. California: Near State Average
Joshua Tree nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to California's statewide average of 3.15 stars.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as quality varies by facility.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Joshua Tree, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Joshua Tree
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Joshua Tree facilities average 0.80 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Joshua Tree resident receives approximately 48 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Joshua Tree facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Joshua Tree has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 0 of 1 facilities are chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Joshua Tree may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Joshua Tree perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby California cities for additional options. The following California cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Los Angeles — 78 facilities
- Long Beach — 25 facilities
- Sacramento — 22 facilities
- San Diego — 21 facilities
- Fresno — 19 facilities
- San Jose — 19 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Joshua Tree, California?
Joshua Tree has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 92 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is below California's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Joshua Tree?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Joshua Tree include:
- • Hi-desert Medical Center D/p Snf — Grade C, 55/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Joshua Tree nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Joshua Tree as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Joshua Tree Nursing Homes
Joshua Tree offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.