These are the lowest-rated nursing homes in California based on CMS data (2026). All facilities listed have an overall rating of 1 star(s) or lower. Combined, these 20 facilities have been fined a total of $1,500,502. 8 have abuse flags. This ranking is based solely on official CMS data and does not represent editorial opinion.
| # | Name | City | Overall | Fines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Earlwood | Torrance | $12,649 | |
| 2 | Maple Healthcare Center | Los Angeles | $176,644 | |
| 3 | California Post-Acute Care | Lynwood | $0 | |
| 4 | Spring Valley Post Acute LLC | Victorville | $82,963 | |
| 5 | Coral Cove Post Acute | Long Beach | $212,094 | |
| 6 | Riverbank Post-Acute | Riverbank | $73,295 | |
| 7 | Royal Vista Care Center | San Gabriel | $7,397 | |
| 8 | Madera Post Acute Center | El Monte | $38,341 | |
| 9 | North Valley Nursing Center | Tujunga | $96,468 | |
| 10 | Montebello Care Center | Montebello | $28,592 | |
| 11 | Vernon Healthcare Center | Los Angeles | $197,553 | |
| 12 | Garden City Healthcare Center | Modesto | $35,153 | |
| 13 | Oak Grove Post Acute | Stockton | $93,469 | |
| 14 | Rosemead Healthcare Center | El Monte | $13,717 | |
| 15 | Plaza Healthcare Center | Santa Ana | $4,587 | |
| 16 | Valley Palms Care Center | N Hollywood | $16,349 | |
| 17 | Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital | Temple City | $306,142 | |
| 18 | Brookside Care Center | Stockton | $0 | |
| 19 | Desert Canyon Post Acute, LLC | Lancaster | $0 | |
| 20 | Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose | San Jose | $105,089 |
Rankings are based on the CMS 5-Star Quality Rating System, which evaluates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Ratings range from 1 star (much below average) to 5 stars (much above average). Data is updated monthly by CMS.