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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Millbrae Care Center
33 Mateo Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030 · San Mateo County
As a Leading Provider of Short-Term Rehabilitation and Post-Acute Services,Our Skilled Nursing Facility Focuses on Providing Individualized Care.
45
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
Photos via facility website.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (133 of 140 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
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Millbrae
Millbrae Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Millbrae, CA, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 133 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.19 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $7,045 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.19 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Millbrae options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 140
- Avg. residents/day
- 133
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 056122
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
- 3.19
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 33.3%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- 1 ($7,045)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2024-10-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (62 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-28Severity D — 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.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-06-04Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
2025-05-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
2024-10-17Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-10-17Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Have policies on smoking.
2024-10-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
2024-10-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-03 | Fine | $7,045 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
33 Mateo Avenue, Millbrae, CA
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Millbrae Care Center cost?
Millbrae Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Millbrae, 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 Millbrae Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Millbrae Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Millbrae Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.19 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Millbrae Care Center?
Millbrae Care Center has 62 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Millbrae Care Center have availability?
Typically 95% full (133 of 140 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 Millbrae Care Center offer?
Millbrae Care Center in Millbrae, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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