Visalia, CA · 70 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Visalia's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,010–$15,050/mo
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River Walk Care Center
1100 West Morton Avenue, Porterville, CA 93257 · Tulare County
At River Walk Care Center, our team of skilled nursing professionals provides around-the-clock care tailored to each resident’s needs. Our goal is to help residents maximize their independence, whether they are preparing to return home or choosing to stay with us long-term. Through our engaging daily activities and po…
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (90 of 99 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Porterville
River Walk Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Porterville, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 90 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, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.10 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.42 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $173,129 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.10 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
- •$173,129 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Porterville options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 90
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555658
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 | $10,010–$15,050/mo (median $12,110) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Visalia 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
- 4.10
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.42
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 46.8%
- 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)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 4 ($173,129)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (51 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2026-02-26Severity 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.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-02-26Severity D — 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.
2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-21 | Fine | $24,252 |
| 2025-03-12 | Fine | $64,200 |
| 2025-03-12 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-10-03 | Fine | $76,326 |
| 2023-06-28 | Fine | $8,351 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1100 West Morton Avenue, Porterville, 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 River Walk Care Center
How much does River Walk Care Center cost?
River Walk Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Porterville, CA area typically runs $10,010–$15,050 per month (median $12,110, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is River Walk Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates River Walk Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at River Walk Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.10 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 46.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at River Walk Care Center?
River Walk Care Center has 51 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does River Walk Care Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does River Walk Care Center offer?
River Walk Care Center in Porterville, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 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.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Visalia.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 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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