The Sequoias
Scout 100Portola Valley, CA · 43 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Portola Valley's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,600–$17,440/mo
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Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital
2620 Flores Street, San Mateo, CA 94403 · San Mateo County
We treat our residents as honored individuals in a home-like environment Brookside residents have choices in meals, sleep schedule, bathing preferences and many other personal care options. About Us Brookside provides services that meet the varied needs for our residents. We are able to prepare for tomorrow’s healthca…
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
One of San Mateo's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in San Mateo, CA, with 96 certified beds and an average of about 77 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.25 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.91 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.25 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in San Mateo for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 96
- Avg. residents/day
- 77
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055188
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,600–$17,440/mo (median $14,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Francisco prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.25
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.91
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 21.9%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 6
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-04-16
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-16Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-04-16Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2026-04-16Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.
2026-04-16Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-04-16Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2026-04-16Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2026-04-16Severity B — minimalEnvironmental Deficiencies
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
2025-03-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
2620 Flores Street, San Mateo, CA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital
How much does Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital cost?
Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Mateo, CA area typically runs $11,600–$17,440 per month (median $14,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital?
Staff provide about 4.25 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital?
Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital have availability?
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital offer?
Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital in San Mateo, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 96 beds.
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