Saratoga, CA · 37 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Saratoga's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio
23600 Via Esplendor, Cupertino, CA 95014 · Santa Clara County
The Forum at Rancho San Antonio's senior living community in Cupertino, CA offers world-class comfort in a breathtaking resort-style setting.
80
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (42 of 48 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Cupertino
Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Cupertino, CA, with 48 certified beds and an average of about 42 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Services network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.45 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.22 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.45 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •16 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Cupertino for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 48
- Avg. residents/day
- 42
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Services
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 555524
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 | $11,080–$16,650/mo (median $13,400) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,140–$7,510/mo (median $7,330) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Jose 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
- 5.45
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.22
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 27.1%
- 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)
- 16
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-30
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (35 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-01-30Severity F — 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.
2026-01-30Severity 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.
2026-01-30Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2026-01-30Severity E — 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.
2026-01-30Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2026-01-30Severity E — 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.
2026-01-30Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
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
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
23600 Via Esplendor, Cupertino, 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 Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio
How much does Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio cost?
Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Cupertino, CA area typically runs $11,080–$16,650 per month (median $13,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio?
Staff provide about 5.45 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio?
Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio has 35 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio have availability?
Typically 87% full (42 of 48 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio offer?
Health Care Ctr at the Forum at Rancho San Antonio in Cupertino, CA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 48 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
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- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
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- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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