Folsom Care Center
Scout 96Folsom, CA · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Folsom's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,710–$16,080/mo
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Whitney Oaks Care Center
3529 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, CA 95608 · Sacramento County
50
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (119 of 126 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Carmichael
Whitney Oaks Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Carmichael, CA, with 126 certified beds and an average of about 119 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, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.99 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.37 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 23 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.99 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 health-inspection rating
- •23 deficiencies at last survey
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Carmichael, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 126
- Avg. residents/day
- 119
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Pacs Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 056410
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 | $10,710–$16,080/mo (median $12,950) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sacramento 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
- 3.99
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.37
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 29.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 23
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-23
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (61 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-12-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-09-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
2025-09-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-08-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-07-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
2025-06-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
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
Location
3529 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, 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 Whitney Oaks Care Center
How much does Whitney Oaks Care Center cost?
Whitney Oaks Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Carmichael, CA area typically runs $10,710–$16,080 per month (median $12,950, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Whitney Oaks Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Whitney Oaks Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Whitney Oaks Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.99 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 29.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Whitney Oaks Care Center?
Whitney Oaks Care Center has 61 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Whitney Oaks Care Center have availability?
Typically 94% full (119 of 126 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Whitney Oaks Care Center offer?
Whitney Oaks Care Center in Carmichael, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 126 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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