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Shadelands Post Acute

2765 Mitchell Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 · Contra Costa County

Shadelands Post-Acute is a short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility in Walnut Creek, CA.

5.0CMS overall rating(925) 296-5547Visit website ↗
85
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 99% full (58 of 59 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.

One of Walnut Creek's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Shadelands Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Walnut Creek, CA, with 59 certified beds and an average of about 58 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

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

Staff provide about 4.27 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.62 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.27 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Walnut Creek for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
59
Avg. residents/day
58
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Pacs Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
555926

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 careMonthly costSource
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
4.27
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.62
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
41.3%
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)
5
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2024-08-01
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (7 citations on record — showing the latest 7). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-08-01Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2024-08-01Severity 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.

2024-08-01Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-08-01Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are…

2024-08-01Severity D — 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…

2023-10-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

2023-10-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

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

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Wellness programs
  • Courtyard / outdoor space
  • Library
  • 24/7 staff

Location

2765 Mitchell Dr, Walnut Creek, 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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Common questions about Shadelands Post Acute

How much does Shadelands Post Acute cost?

Shadelands Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Walnut Creek, 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 Shadelands Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Shadelands Post Acute 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Shadelands Post Acute?

Staff provide about 4.27 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Shadelands Post Acute?

Shadelands Post Acute has 7 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-08-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Shadelands Post Acute have availability?

Typically 99% full (58 of 59 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 Shadelands Post Acute offer?

Shadelands Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 59 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 Oakland.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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