Best Skilled Nursing in Oakland, California
15 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 15 skilled nursing communities in Oakland. Families rate them 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 959 public reviews.
- 15communities
- 4.1average rating, 14 rated
- 959family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Lake Park Healthcare Center
Oakland, California
4.9(61)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Mcclure Post Acute
Oakland, California
4.5(113)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Excell Health Care Center
Oakland, California
4.5(104)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
Oakland, California
4.5(91)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bay Marina Post Acute
Oakland, California
4.4(130)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Rehabilitation Center Of Oakland
Oakland, California
4.4(86)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Medical Hill Healthcare Center
Oakland, California
4.3(59)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Princeton Manor Healthcare Center
Oakland, California
4.3(59)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bellaken Garden
Oakland, California
4.3(19)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Garfield Neurobehavioral Center
Oakland, California
4.5(2)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Oakland Healthcare & Wellness
Oakland, California
4.1(128)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bay Area Healthcare Center
Oakland, California
3.8(28)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Oakland
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (61 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.5 (113 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 60 units
McClure Post Acute holds a strong 4.5-star Google rating from 111 reviews, though no individual review text was provided to draw specific family feedback from. The facility is positioned as a short-term rehabilitation…
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4.5 (104 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Excell Health Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Oakland that reviewers generally describe as clean and well-organized, with staff who help patients through recovery and discharge planning.…
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Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
4.5 (91 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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4.4 (130 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 94 units
Bay Marina Post Acute is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Oakland where reviewers consistently praise the nursing and therapy teams for helping residents recover after surgeries, strokes, and other…
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The Rehabilitation Center Of Oakland
4.4 (86 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 70 units
Families and reviewers describe The Rehabilitation Center of Oakland as a skilled nursing and rehab facility with attentive, hardworking staff and hands-on leadership. Several reviewers praise the nursing and therapy…
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Medical Hill Healthcare Center
4.3 (59 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 124 units
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Princeton Manor Healthcare Center
4.3 (59 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 82 units
Reviewers consistently praise Princeton Manor as a small, physician-operated skilled nursing and rehab facility with attentive nursing staff, clean common areas, and a smooth admissions process. Families and patients…
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4.3 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 58 units
Bellaken Garden is a combined skilled nursing and assisted living facility in Oakland, drawing largely positive feedback for attentive, multilingual staff who keep families updated on medical appointments and hospital…
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4.1 (128 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 98 units
Reviewers give this skilled nursing and rehab center mixed but generally positive marks, praising the therapy team, food quality, and a clean, friendly environment, while some report lapses in day-to-day monitoring and…
What families say about skilled nursing in Oakland
Counted across the review summaries of 15 Oakland communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 60%
- Medical and nursing care 60%
- Cleanliness 40%
- Building and grounds 27%
- Food and dining 20%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 60%
- Communication with families 53%
- Staff attitude 33%
- Building and upkeep 33%
“McClure was very helpful and inspiring. They have inspired me to be a nurse and going to be a nurse in December and I plan on visiting it's a great place to be if you need some help.”
“Great quality and care! Bay Marina Post Acute has a highly professional nursing staff, clean facilities, and a wonderful rehab gym. The team has a great, collaborative attitude and really helped me through my recovery journey. Thank you to everyone there!”
“All the staff are very attentive and caring. I have a great respect for all the therapists, as well, and appreciate their compassionate care for our elders. They all do their best to provide quality care during a difficult and challenging time.”
Skilled Nursing in Oakland: the figures
- •Of the 13 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60.
- •13 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.5 out of 5: 7 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (14), 24-hour staff (14), on-site nurse (rn) (14), emergency call system (14), medication management (14), housekeeping (14).
Skilled Nursing near Oakland
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda3.5 mi | 13 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.5 mi |
| Berkeley4.8 mi | 10 | 4 / 5 | 4.8 mi |
| San Leandro7.4 mi | 15 | 3.9 / 5 | 7.4 mi |
| El Cerrito8.6 mi | 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 8.6 mi |
| Castro Valley10.9 mi | 11 | 4.5 / 5 | 10.9 mi |
| San Francisco11.8 mi | 66 | 4.5 / 5 | 11.8 mi |
| Walnut Creek11.9 mi | 35 | 4.7 / 5 | 11.9 mi |
| Hayward13.3 mi | 29 | 4.3 / 5 | 13.3 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 6, 2026 from the 15 communities listed in Oakland, 959 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Skilled Nursing in Oakland: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Oakland, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 15 skilled nursing long term care communities in Oakland, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Oakland are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Lake Park Healthcare Center (4.9★, 61 ratings), Mcclure Post Acute (4.5★, 113 ratings), Excell Health Care Center (4.5★, 104 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Oakland?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Oakland has assisted living (25 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (15 communities), independent living (12 communities), at-home care (7 communities), home health (5 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Oakland?
Families rate Oakland skilled nursing long term care communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 959 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Oakland skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 15 Oakland communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 60%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 60%), cleanliness (mentioned for 40%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (60%), communication with families (53%), staff attitude (33%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Oakland?
Of the 13 Oakland communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Oakland nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
13 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Oakland carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.5 out of 5. 7 are rated four stars or better and 2 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Oakland bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
