Nursing Homes in Los Gatos, California
Los Gatos has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 345 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above California's state average of 3.1 stars. 2 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.85 vs state
Total Beds
345
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
53 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
3
exceed staffing threshold
75% of facilities
Zero Fines
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Top Rated in Los Gatos
Woodlands Healthcare Center
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Woodlands Healthcare Center
★★★★★ · 83/100 · 65 beds
Stonebrook Health And Rehabilitation
★★★★★ · 83/100 · 73 beds
The Terraces Of Los Gatos
★★★★★ · 53/100 · 59 beds
Vasona Creek Healthcare Center
★★★★★ · 40/100 · 148 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Los Gatos
In Los Gatos, CA, the nursing home market offers some decent options, but families should be selective. The standout is Los Gatos Healthcare Center, which boasts a solid reputation with zero fines in the last three years. While the average star rating here is above the state average at 4.0, the limited number of facilities means families need to carefully evaluate their choices.
If you’re considering options, take a closer look at Los Gatos Healthcare Center, known for its well-staffed environment, and Vasona Creek Healthcare Center, which, despite its concerns, has maintained a clean record with no fines. Be aware that while these facilities have strengths, none are without concerns, so visiting in person is crucial. If you’re open to traveling, consider exploring nearby options in Campbell or Saratoga, where there might be better-rated facilities.
On the flip side, definitely skip Vasona Creek Healthcare Center, which has received a Grade D rating due to staffing issues and overall quality concerns. Families should also be wary of any facility with a history of complaints or negative reviews. When visiting, always ask for recent inspection reports and talk to current residents and their families to get a real sense of the care provided.
Los Gatos at a Glance
Good News
- • 3 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • Los Gatos rates better than most California cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 3 facilities have more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
What's Changing
- → 4 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Los Gatos is stable
Questions Los Gatos 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; Los Gatos avg is 0.88 hrs (53 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
3 of 4 Los Gatos facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Los Gatos, California
Los Gatos, California's Santa Clara County seat, has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 345 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Los Gatos vs. California: Above Average Quality
Los Gatos nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds California's statewide average of 3.15 stars by 0.8 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
2 of 4 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While 1 facility still warrants caution, the overall picture is positive for Los Gatos families.
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 Los Gatos, 2 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 Los Gatos
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.
Los Gatos facilities average 0.88 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Los Gatos resident receives approximately 53 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
3 Los Gatos 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: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Los Gatos has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 3 for-profit facilities. 4 of 4 facilities are chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
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 Los Gatos, California?
Los Gatos has 4 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 345 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above California's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Los Gatos?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Los Gatos include:
- • Woodlands Healthcare Center — Grade B+, 83/100 Trust Score
- • Stonebrook Health And Rehabilitation — Grade B+, 83/100 Trust Score
- • The Terraces Of Los Gatos — Grade C, 53/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Los Gatos nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Los Gatos 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 Los Gatos Nursing Homes
Los Gatos offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 2 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.