Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sonoma, California
1 of 3 nursing homes in Sonoma (33%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
254
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
35 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Sonoma, California, is limited, with only three facilities available and only one recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Valley of the Moon Post Acute, has strong ratings, there is one facility to avoid due to fines, highlighting the need for careful consideration.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 VALLEY OF THE MOON POST ACUTE (75) — Valley of the Moon Post Acute stands out with its excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. This for-profit facility maintains a Grade B and has impressive compliance, registering zero federal fines. With only 27 beds, residents benefit from personalized attention and quality care in a welcoming environment.
The other 2 Sonoma facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Valley of the Moon Post Acute stands out with its excellent CMS 5★ rating and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. This for-profit facility maintains a Grade B and has impressive compliance, registering zero federal fines. With only 27 beds, residents benefit from personalized attention and quality care in a welcoming environment.
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 | Sonoma Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.53 | 0.58 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 29 | 36.0 | — |
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
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Sonoma 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?"
Sonoma's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 3 Sonoma facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sonoma avg is 35 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sonoma facilities average 36.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Sonoma at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 33% of the market
- 3 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 58.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 100% for-profit, 0% non-profit, 0% government
- 36.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Sonoma, CA are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Sonoma (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sonoma "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 Sonoma?
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.