Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Davis, California
1 of 2 nursing homes in Davis (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
149
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$10,592 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
64 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Davis, California, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 1 of 2 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, UNIVERSITY RETIREMENT COMMUNITY AT DAVIS, has a B+ rating, there is one facility with significant fines totaling $10,592.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 UNIVERSITY RETIREMENT COMMUNITY AT DAVIS (88) — University Retirement Community at Davis stands out with an excellent 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community focus and patient-centered care, making it a top choice with no federal fines and a commendable B+ grade.
The other 1 Davis facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $10K.
Recommended
University Retirement Community at Davis stands out with an excellent 5-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 88/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community focus and patient-centered care, making it a top choice with no federal fines and a commendable B+ grade.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Davis Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.48 | 1.07 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 11 | 37.5 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $10,592
Questions Davis 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?"
Davis's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Davis facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Davis avg is 64 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Davis facilities average 37.5 deficiencies per inspection
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Davis at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $10K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $10K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 58.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 37.5 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Davis, CA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Davis (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Davis "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 Davis?
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.