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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Westgate Gardens Care Center
4525 W. Tulare Ave., Visalia, CA 93277 · Tulare County
Westgate Gardens Care Center is a highly rated Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility located in Visalia, California.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Visalia
Westgate Gardens Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Visalia, CA, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 133 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.29 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $10,317 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.14 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •18 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Visalia, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 140
- Avg. residents/day
- 133
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Pacs Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555208
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
- 4.14
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.29
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.7%
- 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)
- 18
- Federal fines
- 1 ($10,317)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (54 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2026-02-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure each resident has 1) at least one window to the outside in a room; 2) a room at or above ground level; 3) adequate bedding; 4) furniture that meets the resident's needs; or 5) adequate closet space.
2025-12-22Severity 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.
2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2025-07-01Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facil…
2025-06-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2025-06-11Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-05-15 | Fine | $10,317 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Library
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
4525 W. Tulare Ave., Visalia, 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 Westgate Gardens Care Center
How much does Westgate Gardens Care Center cost?
Westgate Gardens Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Visalia, 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 Westgate Gardens Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Westgate Gardens Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Westgate Gardens Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Westgate Gardens Care Center?
Westgate Gardens Care Center has 54 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Westgate Gardens 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 Westgate Gardens Care Center offer?
Westgate Gardens Care Center in Visalia, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 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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