Quick answer: Genesis Healthcare runs 17 California nursing homes, most of them in Los Angeles County, and 11 of its 16 rated homes sit at one or two stars, with $733,936 in federal fines. If a loved one was harmed at a Genesis home, call (888) 999-0169 or send us a message for a free review.
Genesis Healthcare is a large national operator with a smaller but low-rated California footprint. Most of its California homes are in the Los Angeles area, and the majority rate in the bottom two tiers.
What the public record shows for Genesis Healthcare
| Measure | Genesis Healthcare | California |
|---|---|---|
| California nursing homes | 17 | 1,165 |
| Average CMS star rating | 2.25 | 3.16 |
| Homes rated 1 or 2 stars | 68.8% (11 of 16) | 35.1% (405 of 1,154) |
| Total federal fines | $733,936 | $28,736,255 |
| Homes flagged for abuse by CMS | 1 | 113 |
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026, reported as published.
Genesis's California homes average 2.25 stars, with most of its rated homes in the bottom tiers and several carrying six-figure fines.
Where Genesis Healthcare operates
Genesis is concentrated in Los Angeles County (10 of 17 homes), with additional facilities in Fresno, Orange, Riverside, Alameda, and Glenn.
Look up any Genesis home in our California nursing home directory, or see the Los Angeles County directory where most of its homes are.
What this means for families
With most of its California homes in the bottom tiers, a serious injury at a Genesis facility, a bedsore, a fall, or neglect, deserves a careful review of that home's staffing and citation record. The company-wide pattern sets the context; the specific facility's records make the case.
If your loved one was harmed at a Genesis Healthcare 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 a Genesis 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/
17 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 (10)
- Alexandria Care Center, Los Angeles
- Bay Crest Care Center, Torrance
- Fountain View Subacute and Nursing Center, Los Angeles
- Montebello Care Center, Montebello
- Playa Del Rey Center, Playa Del Rey
- Rio Hondo Subacute & Nursing Center, Montebello
- Sharon Care Center, Los Angeles
- The Earlwood, Torrance
- The Meadows on Sunset Post Acute, Los Angeles
- Woodland Care Center, Reseda
Alameda County (1)
- Washington Center, San Leandro
Fresno County (1)
- Kingsburg Center, Kingsburg
Glenn County (1)
- Willows Post Acute, Willows
Orange County (1)
- Anaheim Terrace Care Center, Anaheim
Riverside County (1)
- Devonshire Care Center, Hemet
Sacramento County (1)
- American River Center, Carmichael
San Joaquin County (1)
- Creekside Center, Stockton
Frequently asked questions
How many nursing homes does Genesis Healthcare run in California?
By the current CMS data, Genesis Healthcare operates 17 California nursing homes, most of them in Los Angeles County.
Is Genesis Healthcare a good nursing home company in California?
Its California homes average 2.25 stars, with 11 of 16 rated homes in the bottom two tiers. Individual homes vary, but the overall California record is a warning sign.
Can I sue a Genesis Healthcare nursing home?
Yes, if a resident was harmed by neglect or abuse. California's Elder Abuse Act applies regardless of the operator, and the facility's records are where a case begins.
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