Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ojai, California
1 of 2 nursing homes in Ojai (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
149
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
57 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Ojai, California, is adequate, with 2 facilities and 50% recommended. Families should consider the top-rated Community Memorial Continuing Care Center (B+, 5★) for quality care, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Community Memorial Continuing Care Center (83) — Community Memorial Continuing Care Center shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive compassionate support in a safe environment. With no fines and a B+ grade, it stands out for its commitment to quality.
The other 1 Ojai facility didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Community Memorial Continuing Care Center shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100. As a non-profit facility, it prioritizes community-focused care, ensuring residents receive compassionate support in a safe environment. With no fines and a B+ grade, it stands out for its commitment to quality.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ojai Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.54 | 0.95 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 25 | 31.5 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Ojai Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Ojai's city average is 4.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Ojai facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ojai avg is 57 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ojai facilities average 31.5 deficiencies per inspection
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Ojai at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- No major red flags in this market
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 74.0
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 31.5 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Ojai, CA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Ojai (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ojai "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 Ojai?
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.