Quick answer: The Ensign Group is the second-largest nursing home operator in California, running 75 facilities, with $843,111 in federal fines. Its homes rate 3.51 stars on average, above the statewide average of 3.16. If a loved one was harmed at an Ensign home, call (888) 999-0169 or send us a message for a free review.
The Ensign Group is a large, publicly traded, for-profit operator. Its California homes average 3.51 stars, above the statewide mean of 3.16, and its total federal fines are lower than PACS Group's. As with any large chain, the average hides a bottom tier worth knowing about.
What the public record shows for The Ensign Group
| Measure | The Ensign Group | California |
|---|---|---|
| California nursing homes | 75 | 1,165 |
| Average CMS star rating | 3.51 | 3.16 |
| Homes rated 1 or 2 stars | 21.3% (16 of 75) | 35.1% (405 of 1,154) |
| Total federal fines | $843,111 | $28,736,255 |
| Homes flagged for abuse by CMS | 3 | 113 |
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026, reported as published.
Ensign's homes average 3.51 stars, above the statewide average of 3.16. The CMS data places 16 of Ensign's 75 rated homes in the bottom two tiers.
Where The Ensign Group operates
Ensign is concentrated in Los Angeles (21), San Diego (15), and Orange (12) counties, with additional homes in San Bernardino, Sonoma, and Riverside.
Look up any Ensign home in our California nursing home directory.
What this means for families
A company average does not protect a specific resident. If a loved one developed a bedsore, fell, or suffered neglect at an Ensign home, the question is what that facility's records show, not what the chain averages. Ensign's one-star homes with six-figure fines are exactly the facilities where a serious injury deserves a close look.
If your loved one was harmed at an Ensign Group home
Michael Young and Thomas Wallin spent years defending nursing homes before switching sides, and they have recovered millions of dollars for elder abuse victims. If your loved one was neglected or injured at an Ensign facility, see our nursing home neglect page and call (888) 999-0169 for a free, confidential consultation. We serve families throughout California, and you pay nothing unless we win.
Sources and authoritative references
- CMS Care Compare: https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/
- CMS Provider Data Catalog (dataset behind these figures): https://data.cms.gov/provider-data/dataset/4pq5-n9py
- California Nursing Home Report Card 2026: /resources/california-nursing-home-report-card/
- California Department of Public Health, Cal Health Find: https://calhealthfind.cdph.ca.gov/
75 California nursing homes operated by this company
Grouped by county, from the CMS Care Compare data this site publishes. Every home links to its own page with that home's ratings, staffing, citations and fines.
Los Angeles County (21)
- Alamitos Belmont Health and Rehabilitation, Long Beach
- Arbor Glen Care Center, Glendora
- Atlantic Memorial Healthcare Center, Long Beach
- Broadway by the Sea, Long Beach
- Brookfield Healthcare Center, Downey
- Camino Healthcare, Hawthorne
- Chatsworth Park Health Care Center, Chatsworth
- Claremont Care Center, Pomona
- Downey Post Acute, Downey
- Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center, Long Beach
- Garden View Post Acute Rehabilitation, Baldwin Park
- Lake Balboa Care Center, Van Nuys
- Lomita Post-Acute Care Center, Lomita
- Madera Post Acute Center, El Monte
- Mission Care Center, Rosemead
- Panorama Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Panorama City
- Rose Villa Health Care Center, Bellflower
- Shoreline Healthcare Center, Long Beach
- Southland, Norwalk
- The Orchard - Post Acute Care, Whittier
- Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr, Whittier
San Diego County (15)
- Arroyo Vista Nursing Center, San Diego
- Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, San Diego
- Golden Hill Post Acute, San Diego
- Grossmont Post Acute Care, La Mesa
- Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center, Lemon Grove
- Magnolia Post Acute Care, El Cajon
- Mission Hills Post Acute Care, San Diego
- Palomar Vista Healthcare Center, Escondido
- Parkside Health and Wellness Center, El Cajon
- Somerset Post Acute Care, El Cajon
- South Bay Post Acute Care, Chula Vista
- The Cove at La Jolla, La Jolla
- The Springs at Pacific Regent, San Diego
- Victoria Post Acute Care, El Cajon
- Vista Knoll Specialized Care Facility, Vista
Orange County (12)
- Alamitos West Health & Rehabilitation, Los Alamitos
- Beachside Nursing Center, Huntington Beach
- Coventry Court Health Center, Anaheim
- Mainplace Post Acute, Orange
- New Orange Hills, Orange
- Pacific Haven Subacute and Healthcare Center, Garden Grove
- Palm Terrace Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center, Laguna Hills
- Sea Cliff Healthcare Center, Huntington Beach
- St Elizabeth Healthcare Center, Fullerton
- St. Catherine Healthcare, Fullerton
- The Hills Post Acute, Santa Ana
- Victoria Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Costa Mesa
Riverside County (4)
- Desert Mountain Care Center, Indio
- Palm Terrace Care Center, Riverside
- Premier Care Center for Palm Springs, Palm Springs
- The Grove Care and Wellness, Riverside
San Bernardino County (4)
- Arrowhead Springs Healthcare, San Bernardino
- Brookside Healthcare Center, Redlands
- Grand Terrace Health Care Center, Grand Terrace
- Upland Rehabilitation and Care Center, Upland
Sonoma County (4)
- Broadway Villa Post Acute, Sonoma
- Cloverdale Healthcare Center, Cloverdale
- Park View Post Acute, Santa Rosa
- Summerfield Health Care Center, Santa Rosa
Ventura County (3)
- Camarillo Healthcare Center, Camarillo
- Glenwood Care Center, Oxnard
- Victoria Care Center, Ventura
Mendocino County (2)
- Northbrook Healthcare Center, Willits
- Ukiah Post Acute, Ukiah
Santa Barbara County (2)
- Channel Islands Post Acute, Santa Barbara
- Villa Maria Post Acute, Santa Maria
Contra Costa County (1)
- Danville Post-Acute Rehab, Danville
San Mateo County (1)
Solano County (1)
- Fairfield Post Acute Rehabilitation, Fairfield
Yolo County (1)
- Courtyard Health Care Center, Davis
Frequently asked questions
How many nursing homes does The Ensign Group run in California?
By the current CMS data, The Ensign Group operates 75 California nursing homes, the second most of any operator.
Is The Ensign Group a good nursing home company?
Its California homes average 3.51 stars, above the statewide average of 3.16, with 21.3% in the bottom two tiers and only three homes carrying the abuse icon. Individual homes vary, so check the specific facility.
Can I sue an Ensign Group nursing home?
Yes, if a resident was harmed by neglect or abuse. The California Elder Abuse Act applies regardless of the operator, and the facility's records are where a case begins.
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Disclaimer: all facility counts, ratings, staffing figures, fines, penalties, and abuse-icon figures on this page are drawn from public CMS data (medicare.gov and data.cms.gov) as of the August 2026 processing date and are reported as published. They may not reflect the most current findings, and inclusion of any facility or company is not an allegation of wrongdoing. Operator groupings follow the affiliated-entity and legal-business-name fields as published by CMS and may not capture every corporate relationship. Company names and marks are the property of their respective owners; Young & Wallin is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by The Ensign Group. Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future case. This page is attorney advertising and not legal advice.