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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Sequoia Transitional Care
350 North Villa Street, Porterville, CA 93257 · Tulare County
69
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 92% full (91 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).
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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Porterville
Sequoia Transitional Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Porterville, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 91 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.07 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.09 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $60,297 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.07 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •$60,297 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Porterville for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 91
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Pacs Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055551
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
- 4.07
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.09
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.8%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 2 ($60,297)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (40 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 complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-01-15Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
2026-01-15Severity 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.
2026-01-15Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-15Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-01-15Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-01-15Severity D — 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.
2025-12-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | Fine | $18,538 |
| 2025-04-17 | Fine | $41,759 |
| 2025-04-17 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
350 North Villa Street, 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 Sequoia Transitional Care
How much does Sequoia Transitional Care cost?
Sequoia Transitional Care 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 Sequoia Transitional Care's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sequoia Transitional Care 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sequoia Transitional Care?
Staff provide about 4.07 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sequoia Transitional Care?
Sequoia Transitional Care has 40 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sequoia Transitional Care have availability?
Typically 92% full (91 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 Sequoia Transitional Care offer?
Sequoia Transitional Care 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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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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