Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in San Pablo, California
2 of 3 nursing homes in San Pablo (67%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
390
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$10,036 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
52 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in San Pablo, California, is adequate, with 3 total facilities and 67% recommended. Families should note that while Creekside Healthcare Center stands out with a B+ rating, one facility has incurred significant fines totaling $10,036, warranting caution.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 Creekside Healthcare Center (85) — Creekside Healthcare Center stands out with an impressive CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. The facility boasts zero fines and a solid B+ grade, ensuring residents receive exceptional service in a supportive environment with 80 beds.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 VALE HEALTHCARE CENTER (70) — VALE HEALTHCARE CENTER offers a commendable CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100, making it a reliable choice for care. With 202 beds and a solid B grade, the facility upholds a commitment to patient care while being part of a larger corporate structure.
The other 1 San Pablo facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $10K.
Recommended
Creekside Healthcare Center stands out with an impressive CMS rating of 5★ and a Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. The facility boasts zero fines and a solid B+ grade, ensuring residents receive exceptional service in a supportive environment with 80 beds.
VALE HEALTHCARE CENTER offers a commendable CMS rating of 4★ and a Trust Score of 70/100, making it a reliable choice for care. With 202 beds and a solid B grade, the facility upholds a commitment to patient care while being part of a larger corporate structure.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | San Pablo Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.51 | 0.87 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 20 | 34.7 | — |
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 $10,036
Questions San Pablo 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?"
San Pablo's city average is 3.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 San Pablo facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; San Pablo avg is 52 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
San Pablo facilities average 34.7 deficiencies per inspection
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San Pablo at a Glance
Good News
- 2 facilities meet our strict criteria — 67% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $10K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $10K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 58.7 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 34.7 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in San Pablo, CA are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in San Pablo (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in San Pablo "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 San Pablo?
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.