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San Rafael Healthcare & Wellness Center

1601 5Th Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901

Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $7,476

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $7,466
  • Average State Price: $7,474
  • Average National Price: $7,508



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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

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    Skilled Nursing

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    Community Reviews

    7.9
    San Rafael Healthcare & Wellness Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 17 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 10 out of 17 communities in San Rafael
  • Ranking in State: 2067 out of 3259 communities in CA


  • Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Cleanliness and bilingual administration are highlighted as key strengths, making families and patients feel comfortable and welcomed.
    • Teamwork among nurses, especially during annual recertification surveys, is praised.
    • Excellent patient care and friendly customer service are frequently mentioned, contributing to a positive environment for loved ones.
    • The facility consistently impresses clients and is highly recommended by visitors and families for its care quality and welcoming atmosphere.
    • Personal experiences of families who have moved their loved ones into the facility are overwhelmingly positive, noting the cleanliness, respect, and dignity with which patients are treated.
    • The acceptance and commitment to excellent care and service at the facility are commended, making it a recommended choice for those seeking placement for their loved ones.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Some reviews mention understaffing and poor service, with significant wait times for patients needing assistance.
    • There are reports of unattended halls and a general lack of care and attention to patients' needs.
    • A specific incident involving a rude nurse and delayed medication for a patient in pain was highlighted, reflecting poorly on patient care.
    • The physical condition of the rooms is described as barren and old, suggesting a need for updates and improvements in the facility's infrastructure.

    Conclusion:

    While many reviews praise the San Rafael Healthcare & Wellness Center for its cleanliness, excellent patient care, and friendly staff, there are concerns regarding understaffing, service quality, and the physical state of the facility. Prospective clients are encouraged to consider both the positive experiences and the areas highlighted for improvement when making decisions about care for their loved ones.


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    Health

    Palliative care

    Rehabilitation services

    Bariatric care

    24 hour skilled nursing

    Licensed nurses

    Long term care


    Activities

    Art

    Recreational programs

    Diverse social activities


    Community Amenities

    Wellness center

    Courtyard


    Dining

    Therapeutic diets

    Nutritional services



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 3
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 3
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 1


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: March 29, 1974
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 54
    Total current residents: 52
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Both


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 11
    Number of substantiated complaints: 19
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 6
    Total cost of fines: $48200


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 E Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
    2023-06-07 2023-06-28 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 E Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 E Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Services Deficiencies Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2020-02-04 2020-03-25 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2019-03-12 2019-03-28 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-04-14 2023-05-02 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2023-04-14 2023-05-02 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    2023-04-14 2023-05-02 F Infection Control Deficiencies Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2023-05-25 2023-07-14 D Environmental Deficiencies Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    2022-06-23 2022-08-10 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2022-03-22 2022-06-27 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-03-04 2022-05-23 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
    2020-01-17 2020-03-16 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2020-01-17 2020-03-16 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies 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.
    2020-01-17 2020-03-16 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2020-01-17 2020-03-16 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-07-08 2021-07-26 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
    2021-05-20 2021-06-18 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2021-04-09 2021-05-21 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2021-03-08 2021-08-12 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
    2021-02-23 2021-05-11 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
    2021-01-27 2021-02-11 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    2020-11-17 2021-05-06 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2020-11-05 2020-12-30 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 B Resident Rights Deficiencies The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 E Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 E Environmental Deficiencies Keep all essential equipment working safely.
    2019-01-18 2019-03-27 E Environmental Deficiencies Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2019-01-18 $10,650
    2020-06-04 $20,655
    2020-06-04 $20,000
    2020-06-04 $20,829
    2021-02-23 $41,580
    2021-12-20 $655
    2021-12-20 $650
    2022-01-31 $987
    2022-01-31 $994
    2022-02-07 $1,325
    2022-02-07 $1,316
    2022-02-14 $1,657
    2022-02-14 $1,645
    2022-02-21 $1,973
    2022-02-21 $1,988

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is San Rafael which is 0.2 miles away and has a population of 59,162 (large town).
    • The average income is $164,231, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 66
      • Low Temperature: 52
      • Average Temperature: 59.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 79 days of rain and 285 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 7.39 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.34 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.94 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 1.2 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 83.39 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 230.0, Moderate Days 14.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Lotus Chaat and Spices
    0.1 miles away
    Safeway 0653
    0.4 miles away
    Sprouts Farmers Market
    0.8 miles away
    Andy's Sun Valley Market
    0.9 miles away
    United Markets
    0.9 miles away

    Transportation

    San Rafael Downtown
    0.7 miles away

    Bus Stations

    4th Street & E Street
    0.1 miles away
    4th Street & Ida Street
    0.2 miles away
    4th Street & C Street
    0.2 miles away
    4th Street & Court Street
    0.4 miles away
    4th Street & Greenfield Avenue
    0.5 miles away

    Banks

    Chase
    0.3 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.3 miles away
    Umpqua Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Westamerica Bank
    0.4 miles away
    Bank of Marin
    0.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Marin Health Medical Center
    1.7 miles away
    Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center
    2.2 miles away
    Novato Community Hospital
    8.6 miles away
    Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center
    9.8 miles away
    San Francisco VA Medical Center
    13.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.6 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    0.9 miles away
    Rite Aid 5957
    1.0 miles away
    Jack's Drug Store
    1.5 miles away
    Rite Aid
    2.1 miles away

    Dentists

    San Rafael Dentistry
    0.6 miles away
    Haney Orthodontics
    1.5 miles away
    Alan S. Cascio
    1.6 miles away
    Magnolia Family Dentistry
    2.0 miles away
    Timothy G. Bricca DDS
    2.3 miles away

    Parks

    Boyd Memorial Park
    0.3 miles away
    Albert Park
    0.4 miles away
    Lauren Place
    0.5 miles away
    Mountain Park
    0.5 miles away
    Gerstle Park
    0.6 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Swedenborgian Church of San Francisco
    13.6 miles away
    Grace Cathedral
    14.2 miles away
    Misión San Francisco de Asís
    15.7 miles away
    Saint Marys Roman Catholic Church
    18.4 miles away
    Saint George Serbian Orthodox Church
    19.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Northgate Mall
    1.9 miles away
    Pacheco Plaza
    6.4 miles away
    Ignacio Center
    6.5 miles away
    Harbor Center Sausalito
    7.2 miles away
    Pacific East Mall
    13.5 miles away

    Culture

    Forest Meadows Amphitheater
    1.0 miles away
    Marin Veterans' Memorial Auditorium
    1.9 miles away
    Showcase Theatre
    2.0 miles away
    Amphitheater
    2.9 miles away
    The Outdoor Art Club
    4.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    Lotus Cafe
    0.1 miles away
    Hanna's Italian & Mediterranean
    0.1 miles away
    IHOP
    0.2 miles away
    Amici
    0.3 miles away
    Yet-Wah
    0.3 miles away

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