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HomeCaliforniaCrystal Ridge Care Center

Crystal Ridge Care Center

396 Dorsey Dr, Grass Valley, CA 959455302722273WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.8on Google(52 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
99
certified

How Crystal Ridge Care Center Compares in California

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
CA average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
CA average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
2/5
CA average
3.3/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.70 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.26 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
46.5%
CA average
36.7%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the California average of 3.2/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.70 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.52.
Reported RN time is 0.26 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.67.
Staff turnover is 46.5%, higher than the California average of 36.7%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
19
deficiency citations
Inspected Oct 7, 2022
Most recent cycle
16
deficiency citations
Inspected May 23, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
California median
Private Room
$13,870/mo
California median
Nevada County 65+
29,045
28.4% of county
County Population
102,322
Nevada County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Crystal Ridge Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Grass Valley, California with 99 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
99
Avg Residents/Day
96.1
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 28, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Nevada
Last Inspection
May 23, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
16
Weighted Score
78.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (45)

F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Apr 3, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jan 15, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Jul 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0637Potential for Harm

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0675Potential for Harm

Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0687Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate foot care.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0712Potential for Harm

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0790Potential for Harm

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0810Potential for Harm

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0919Potential for Harm

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: May 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Dec 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Dec 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Nov 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Nov 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Nov 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0800Potential for Harm

Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.

Survey: Nov 1, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0585Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0726Potential for Harm

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0802Potential for Harm

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Survey: Oct 7, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 15 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.30 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.14 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.26 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.70 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.02 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
46.5%
RN Turnover
42.9%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
WOLF, SALINACONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
ANDRUS, ROMANW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AAug 21, 2023
APT, FREDERICKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
HANCOCK, MARKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
JERGENSEN, JOSHUACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
MITCHELL, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Crystal Ridge Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All California facilities
Crystal Ridge Care Center
Grass Valley, CACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Golden Empire
Grass Valley, CA3,168 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Grass Valley Healthcare Center
Grass Valley, CA3,168 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Wolf Creek Care Center
Grass Valley, CA1.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Westview Healthcare Center
Auburn, CA19.3 miAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Siena Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Auburn, CA20.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $4,194
Auburn Oaks Care Center
Auburn, CA20.2 miAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Crystal Ridge Care Center
Grass Valley, CA · Current facility
—4/53/52/5None recorded
Golden Empire
Grass Valley, CA
3,168 ft3/52/54/5None recorded
Grass Valley Healthcare Center
Grass Valley, CA
3,168 ft3/53/54/5None recorded
Wolf Creek Care Center
Grass Valley, CA
1.1 mi4/53/52/5None recorded
Westview Healthcare Center
Auburn, CA
19.3 mi3/52/53/5None recorded
Siena Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Auburn, CA
20.0 mi5/54/55/5$4,194
Auburn Oaks Care Center
Auburn, CA
20.2 mi3/52/53/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Crystal Ridge Care Center?▾
Crystal Ridge Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Crystal Ridge Care Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in California is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $13,870/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Crystal Ridge Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Crystal Ridge Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Crystal Ridge Care Center had 16 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 23, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Crystal Ridge Care Center?▾
Crystal Ridge Care Center provides 3.70 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.26 RN hours, 1.14 LPN hours, and 2.30 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 46.5%.
How many beds does Crystal Ridge Care Center have?▾
Crystal Ridge Care Center has 99 certified beds with an average of 96.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 97% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Pacs Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Crystal Ridge Care Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in California, including 3 in Grass Valley. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Crystal Ridge Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Crystal Ridge Care Center has a rating of 3.8 out of 5 based on 52 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of Pacs Group

This chain operates 281 facilities. View all →