Best Skilled Nursing in Pasadena, California
11 communities found
Pasadena has 11 skilled nursing communities with ratings on file, averaging 4.1 out of 5 across 548 reviews read. Medicare's own star ratings for these same 11 communities average just 2.4, with none reaching four or five stars and one community at a single star. None of the 11 publish pricing, and none are listed as Medicaid accepting.
- 11communities
- 4.1average rating, 11 rated
- 548family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Camellia Gardens Care Center
Pasadena, California
4.8(69)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pasadena Meadows Nursing Center
Pasadena, California
4.6(134)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Foothill Heights Care Center - Pasadena Nursing Facility & Rehabilitation Center
Pasadena, California
4.6(21)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Californian - Pasadena
Pasadena, California
4.3(60)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
St Vincent Health Care
Pasadena, California
4.3(6)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brighton Care Center
Pasadena, California
4.2(63)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rose Garden Healthcare Center
Pasadena, California
4.2(63)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pasadena Park Healthcare & Wellness Center
Pasadena, California
4.1(42)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
GEM Transitional Care Center
Pasadena, California
3.5(32)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pasadena Grove Health Center
Pasadena, California
3.3(23)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cedar Pine Post Acute
Pasadena, California
3.1(35)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Pasadena
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (69 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 80 units
Reviewers consistently praise Camellia Gardens for attentive nursing care, cleanliness, and clear communication with families during rehabilitation and skilled nursing stays.
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Pasadena Meadows Nursing Center
4.6 (134 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 130 units
Pasadena Meadows draws praise for rehabilitation therapy and friendly staff, though some families describe troubling lapses including neglect and medication delays.
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Foothill Heights Care Center - Pasadena Nursing Facility & Rehabilitation Center
4.6 (21 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 49 units
Foothill Heights holds a 4.6 rating from 21 Google reviews, though no detailed review text or amenity information is available.
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4.3 (60 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 82 units
The Californian is described as clean and well-run, with attentive nursing, therapy, and administrative staff supporting strong rehabilitation outcomes.
- 5
4.3 (6 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 78 units
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4.2 (63 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Rose Garden is generally described as clean with compassionate staff, though one detailed report raised concerns about delayed emergency response after a fall.
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4.2 (63 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Brighton Care Center is praised for rehabilitation-focused therapy staff, a newly remodeled and clean space, and clear communication from nursing staff.
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Pasadena Park Healthcare & Wellness Center
4.1 (42 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Pasadena Park is consistently described as clean and attentive, with staff praised by name and successful rehabilitation outcomes, with no notable complaints surfacing.
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3.5 (32 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 75 units
GEM Transitional Care Center draws divided reviews: some families praise compassionate staff, while others describe serious cleanliness and supply issues.
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3.3 (23 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 71 units
Pasadena Grove Health Center gets divided reviews, with some families praising attentive staff and others reporting neglect and responsiveness concerns.
What families say about skilled nursing in Pasadena
Counted across the review summaries of 11 Pasadena communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff and the quality of medical and nursing care, each cited in 64% of the 11 communities, along with building and grounds also at 64% and cleanliness at 55%. Activities and social life come up less often, in 36% of communities. On the concern side, cost and billing issues appear in 27% of communities, while medical and nursing care lapses, building upkeep, and safety concerns each surface in 18%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 64%
- Medical and nursing care 64%
- Building and grounds 64%
- Cleanliness 55%
- Activities and social life 36%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 27%
- Medical and nursing care 18%
- Building and upkeep 18%
- Safety 18%
“My mon is here for sub-acute care. The staff are all great with communication and care. The facility is clean and the attention to care details is amazing.”
“This is the second time that my friend has been admitted here in the past few years. Both experiences have been great! The staff is so kind and always willing to help.”
“Very clean facility... I've been visiting my client for the past 3 1/2 weeks. Friendly staff from the front desk receptionist to the Nurse, CNA, OT, Food Servers, Janitor, Maintenance and Case Workers. Nurse Appreciation Week was displayed perfectly!!! Definitely were a lot of smiles 😊”
Skilled Nursing in Pasadena: the figures
- •Of the 11 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 10 have more than 60.
- •11 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.1 out of 5: 0 rated four stars or better, 2 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (11), medication management (11), emergency call system (11), 24-hour staff (11), housekeeping (11), on-site nurse (rn) (11).
How families pay for skilled nursing in California
Most families in California cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, in many cases, the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a parent purchased a policy years earlier, can also help offset monthly fees, though coverage terms vary widely by policy and are worth reviewing closely before making a decision. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps pay for the cost of care, and it is worth checking eligibility early since the application process can take time.
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Skilled Nursing near Pasadena
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Gabriel4 mi | 15 | 4.1 / 5 | 4 mi |
| Alhambra4.7 mi | 16 | 4.3 / 5 | 4.7 mi |
| Arcadia5.3 mi | 31 | 4.2 / 5 | 5.3 mi |
| Temple City5.3 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 5.3 mi |
| Rosemead6.2 mi | 8 | 4.3 / 5 | 6.2 mi |
| Monterey Park7 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 7 mi |
| Monrovia7 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 7 mi |
| Montrose7.5 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 11 communities listed in Pasadena, 548 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; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Pasadena ask about.
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Skilled Nursing in Pasadena: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Pasadena, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 11 skilled nursing long term care communities in Pasadena, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Pasadena are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Camellia Gardens Care Center (4.8★, 69 ratings), Pasadena Meadows Nursing Center (4.6★, 134 ratings), Foothill Heights Care Center - Pasadena Nursing Facility & Rehabilitation Center (4.6★, 21 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Pasadena?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Pasadena has home health (76 communities), assisted living (19 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (11 communities), independent living (5 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Pasadena?
Families rate Pasadena skilled nursing long term care communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 548 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Pasadena skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 11 Pasadena communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 64%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 64%), building and grounds (mentioned for 64%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (27%), medical and nursing care (18%), building and upkeep (18%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Pasadena?
Of the 11 Pasadena communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 10 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Pasadena nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
11 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Pasadena carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.1 out of 5. 0 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.