Fullerton, CA · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Fullerton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,400–$17,130/mo
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Trabuco Hills Post Acute
25652 Old Trabuco Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630 · Orange County
34
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (166 of 175 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Trabuco Hills Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lake Forest, CA, with 175 certified beds and an average of about 166 residents per day. It operates as part of the David Johnson network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.40 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 51 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.12 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 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •51 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Lake Forest options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 175
- Avg. residents/day
- 166
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- David Johnson
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555308
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,400–$17,130/mo (median $13,790) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Anaheim 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
- 4.12
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.40
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 34.5%
- 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)
- 51
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-04
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (104 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2026-03-04Severity 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.
2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2026-03-04Severity D — 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.
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
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
25652 Old Trabuco Road, Lake Forest, 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 Trabuco Hills Post Acute
How much does Trabuco Hills Post Acute cost?
Trabuco Hills Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lake Forest, CA area typically runs $11,400–$17,130 per month (median $13,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Trabuco Hills Post Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Trabuco Hills Post Acute 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Trabuco Hills Post Acute?
Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Trabuco Hills Post Acute?
Trabuco Hills Post Acute has 104 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-04). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Trabuco Hills Post Acute have availability?
Typically 95% full (166 of 175 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 Trabuco Hills Post Acute offer?
Trabuco Hills Post Acute in Lake Forest, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 175 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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