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HomeCaliforniaWolf Creek Care Center

Wolf Creek Care Center

107 Catherine Lane, Grass Valley, CA 959455302734447WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.5on Google(36 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
59
certified

How Wolf Creek 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
3.82 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.47 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
53.7%
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 3.82 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.52.
Reported RN time is 0.47 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.67.
Staff turnover is 53.7%, 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
10
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 8, 2022
Most recent cycle
9
deficiency citations
Inspected May 22, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 1 fewer deficiency citation 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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Wolf Creek Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Grass Valley, California with 59 certified beds. It has been operating since 1967. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
59
Avg Residents/Day
54.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1967
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Nevada
Last Inspection
May 22, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9
Weighted Score
72.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (25)

F0887Potential for Harm

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Survey: Jan 28, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Dec 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0801Potential for Harm

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Survey: May 22, 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 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: May 22, 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: Nov 8, 2022Corrected: 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: Nov 8, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Nov 8, 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: Nov 8, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0744Potential for Harm

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

Survey: Nov 8, 2022Corrected: 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 8, 2022Corrected: 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 8, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Nov 8, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Dec 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Nov 7, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 7, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0559Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Survey: Nov 7, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0560Potential for Harm

Protect a residents' right to refuse some types of non-requested transfers within the nursing home.

Survey: Nov 7, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0600Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 7, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 7, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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 Aide2.48 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.88 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.47 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.82 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.71 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.10 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
53.7%
RN Turnover
62.5%
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
PRITCHETT, JONCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMar 17, 2017
MERRILL, DAENENW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJun 19, 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 Wolf Creek Care Center and nearby alternatives.

All California facilities
Wolf Creek Care Center
Grass Valley, CACurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Golden Empire
Grass Valley, CA2,640 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Grass Valley Healthcare Center
Grass Valley, CA2,640 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Crystal Ridge 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, CA20.1 miAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Wolf Creek Care Center
Grass Valley, CA · Current facility
—4/53/52/5None recorded
Golden Empire
Grass Valley, CA
2,640 ft3/52/54/5None recorded
Grass Valley Healthcare Center
Grass Valley, CA
2,640 ft3/53/54/5None recorded
Crystal Ridge 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
20.1 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 Wolf Creek Care Center?▾
Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek 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). Wolf Creek Care Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Wolf Creek Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Wolf Creek Care Center had 9 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 22, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Wolf Creek Care Center?▾
Wolf Creek Care Center provides 3.82 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.47 RN hours, 0.88 LPN hours, and 2.48 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 53.7%.
How many beds does Wolf Creek Care Center have?▾
Wolf Creek Care Center has 59 certified beds with an average of 54.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 92% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Pacs Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Wolf Creek 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 Wolf Creek Care Center?▾
On Google Maps, Wolf Creek Care Center has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 36 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 →