Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Covina, California
3 of 5 nursing homes in Covina (60%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
341
across 5 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$123,249 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/5
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
81 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Covina, California, is adequate, with 5 facilities available and 3 recommended for quality care. Families should note that while the top facility, EMANATE HEALTH INTER-COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, has a 5-star rating, two facilities have a combined total of $123,249 in fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 EMANATE HEALTH INTER-COMMUNITY HOSPITAL- D/P SNF (90) — Emanate Health Inter-Community Hospital boasts a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With 25 beds and an A grade, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive exceptional support and attention.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 2 CITRUS HEIGHTS HEALTH CENTER (85) — Citrus Heights Health Center is a commendable choice with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. This non-profit corporation offers 32 beds and has an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality, community-oriented services without any fines.
- 3 HARVARD CREEK POST ACUTE (80) — Harvard Creek Post Acute stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it maintains a B+ grade and zero fines, providing 59 beds of reliable care focused on patient needs.
The other 2 Covina facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $123K.
Recommended
Emanate Health Inter-Community Hospital boasts a stellar CMS 5★ rating and an impressive Trust Score of 90/100. With 25 beds and an A grade, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive exceptional support and attention.
Citrus Heights Health Center is a commendable choice with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 85/100. This non-profit corporation offers 32 beds and has an A grade, reflecting its commitment to high-quality, community-oriented services without any fines.
Harvard Creek Post Acute stands out with a CMS 5★ rating and a Trust Score of 80/100. Despite being a for-profit facility, it maintains a B+ grade and zero fines, providing 59 beds of reliable care focused on patient needs.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Covina Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 4.29 | 1.35 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 19 | 45.4 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $123,249
Questions Covina 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?"
Covina's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 5 Covina facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Covina avg is 81 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Covina facilities average 45.4 deficiencies per inspection
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Covina at a Glance
Good News
- 3 facilities meet our strict criteria — 60% of the market
- 1 exceptional A-grade facility with 5-star CMS ratings
- 3 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 2 facilities carry Grade F — nearly half the market
- $123K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $73K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 58.2 (dragged down by 2 F-grades)
- 60% for-profit, 40% non-profit, 0% government
- 45.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Covina, CA are recommended?
3 of 5 nursing homes in Covina (60%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Covina "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 Covina?
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.