Nursing Homes in Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa has 7 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 643 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
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.15 vs state
Total Beds
643
across 7 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
46 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
6
exceed staffing threshold
86% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Santa Rosa
Summerfield Health Care Center
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Summerfield Health Care Center
★★★★★ · 81/100 · 70 beds
Spring Lake Village
★★★★★ · 80/100 · 70 beds
Park View Post Acute
★★★★★ · 58/100 · 116 beds
Arbol Healthcare Center Of Santa Rosa
★★★★★ · 50/100 · 45 beds
Creekside Rehabilitation & Behavioral Health
★★★★★ · 46/100 · 181 beds
Santa Rosa Post Acute
★★★★★ · 33/100 · 99 beds
Northvine Postacute Care
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 62 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Santa Rosa
When it comes to nursing home care in Santa Rosa, CA, families will find the options concerning. The standout is Spring Creek Lodge, which, while not flawless, has a clean record with zero fines in the past three years. However, overall, the market is limited with only two facilities meeting basic standards, making the search for quality care a challenging endeavor.
For families looking to explore nursing home options, consider visiting Spring Creek Lodge, with its strong reputation and good staffing levels. Additionally, Sunrise Villa Sonoma is worth a look, as it has a solid history of responsiveness and care. Both facilities provide a decent level of care compared to others in the area, but be prepared to weigh their pros and cons carefully—they are not without their issues.
On the flip side, families should absolutely skip NORTHVINE POSTACUTE CARE, which is on the CMS Special Focus list due to serious abuse citations. Also, avoid SANTA ROSA POST ACUTE, which has an alarming Grade F rating, and CREEKSIDE REHABILITATION & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, rated Grade D for subpar care. When visiting any facility, always trust your instincts—observe the environment, staff interactions, and overall cleanliness to gauge the quality of care being provided.
Santa Rosa at a Glance
Good News
- • 2 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 6 facilities have more nurses than required
- • 2 facilities earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • 1 facility under federal investigation
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
What's Changing
- → 7 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Santa Rosa is stable
Questions Santa Rosa 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; Santa Rosa avg is 0.77 hrs (46 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
2 of 7 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa, California
Santa Rosa, California's Sonoma County seat, has 7 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 643 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Santa Rosa vs. California: Near State Average
Santa Rosa 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 7 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as 1 facility has significant concerns.
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 Santa Rosa, 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 Santa Rosa
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.
Santa Rosa facilities average 0.77 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Santa Rosa resident receives approximately 46 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
6 Santa Rosa 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
Santa Rosa has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 6 for-profit facilities. 5 of 7 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 Santa Rosa, California?
Santa Rosa has 7 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 643 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 Santa Rosa?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Santa Rosa include:
- • Summerfield Health Care Center — Grade B+, 81/100 Trust Score
- • Spring Lake Village — Grade B+, 80/100 Trust Score
- • Park View Post Acute — Grade C, 58/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Santa Rosa nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa Nursing Homes
Santa Rosa 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. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.