California Park Post Acute
Scout 86Chico, CA · 90 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Chico's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,160–$15,260/mo
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Feather River Care Center
1 Gilmore Lane, Oroville, CA 95966 · Butte County
Feather River Care Center is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility located in Oroville, California.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (45 of 50 beds occupied on an average day).
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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.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Feather River Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Oroville, CA, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 45 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ajc Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.23 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $59,794 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.23 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •25 deficiencies at last survey
- •$59,794 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Oroville options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 50
- Avg. residents/day
- 45
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Ajc Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055612
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 | $10,160–$15,260/mo (median $12,280) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chico 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
- 4.23
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 54.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 25
- Federal fines
- 1 ($59,794)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-21
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (84 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-29Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2026-01-13Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
2026-01-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Have policies on smoking.
2025-11-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2025-09-09Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
2025-08-05Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-10 | Fine | $59,794 |
| 2024-01-10 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1 Gilmore Lane, Oroville, 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 Feather River Care Center
How much does Feather River Care Center cost?
Feather River Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Oroville, CA area typically runs $10,160–$15,260 per month (median $12,280, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Feather River Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Feather River Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Feather River Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.23 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Feather River Care Center?
Feather River Care Center has 84 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Feather River Care Center have availability?
Typically 90% full (45 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Feather River Care Center offer?
Feather River Care Center in Oroville, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.
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