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Golden Harbor Healthcare Center

442 Sunset Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94541 · Alameda County

Welcome to our 99-bed, skilled nursing and therapy center located minutes from the Japanese Botanical Gardens here in Hayward, California.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (95 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Golden Harbor Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Hayward, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 95 residents per day. It operates as part of the Spyglass Healthcare network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.92 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $43,554 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.92 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•16 deficiencies at last survey
•$43,554 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Hayward options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 99
Avg. residents/day: 95
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Spyglass Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 056471

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

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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 Oakland prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.92; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.53; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 16
Federal fines: 4 ($43,554)
Total penalties: 4
Last standard survey: 2025-08-29
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (46 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-29Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2025-08-29Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-08-29Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-08-29Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-29Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.

2025-08-29Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2025-08-29Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

2025-08-29Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

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
2024-05-17	Fine	$22,777
2023-08-28	Fine	$4,545
2023-07-17	Fine	$12,703
2023-06-26	Fine	$3,529

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

442 Sunset Boulevard, Hayward, CA

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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4.6

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Common questions about Golden Harbor Healthcare Center

How much does Golden Harbor Healthcare Center cost?

Golden Harbor Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Hayward, 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 Golden Harbor Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Golden Harbor Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Golden Harbor Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.92 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Golden Harbor Healthcare Center?

Golden Harbor Healthcare Center has 46 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Golden Harbor Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 96% full (95 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Golden Harbor Healthcare Center offer?

Golden Harbor Healthcare Center in Hayward, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.

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