Best Skilled Nursing in Santa Maria, California
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 6 skilled nursing communities in Santa Maria. Families rate them 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 163 public reviews.
- 6communities
- 4.4average rating, 3 rated
- 163family reviews read
Villa Maria Post Acute
Santa Maria, California
4.7(100)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Santa Maria Post Acute
Santa Maria, California
4.3(35)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Grace Residential Care
Santa Maria, California
5(1)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Hillview Senior Living
Santa Maria, California
5(1)
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Marian Regional Medical Center D/P Snf
Santa Maria, California
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Valley Oaks Post Acute
Santa Maria, California
4.2(26)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Santa Maria
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.7 (100 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 81 units
Reviewers consistently describe Villa Maria Post Acute as a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with attentive, compassionate staff who communicate well with families. Multiple reviews highlight cleanliness and a…
- 2
4.3 (35 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 55 units
Families describe Santa Maria Post Acute as a longtime, privately owned skilled nursing facility where attentive nursing and rehab staff build real relationships with residents and their families. Reviewers consistently…
- 3
4.2 (26 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 59 units
Family reviews of Valley Oaks Post Acute are largely positive, with many praising the compassionate, attentive staff and engaging activities for residents. One reviewer described a starkly different experience, citing…
What families say about skilled nursing in Santa Maria
Counted across the review summaries of 5 Santa Maria communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 80%
- Cleanliness 80%
- Medical and nursing care 60%
- Warm, home-like feel 60%
- Communication with families 40%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 40%
- Cleanliness 20%
- Communication with families 20%
- Cost and billing 20%
“Villa Maria staff welcomes our LOVE ON A LEASH certified Pet Therapy visits. I have visited this facility for approximately 30 years and the residents love to pet our dogs. Activity staff members welcome us and we have an escort throughout the building to introduce us to each resident. Thank you Villa Maria!”
Skilled Nursing in Santa Maria: the figures
- •4 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 4 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (5), wheelchair accessible (5), emergency call system (5), gathering / activity spaces (5), housekeeping (5), on-site nurse (rn) (5).
Skilled Nursing near Santa Maria
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Grande16.7 mi | 7 | 4.6 / 5 | 16.7 mi |
| San Luis Obispo26.6 mi | 10 | 4.4 / 5 | 26.6 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Santa Maria, 163 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Santa Maria ask about.
- Home Care in California: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Santa Maria: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Santa Maria, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 skilled nursing long term care communities in Santa Maria, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Santa Maria are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Villa Maria Post Acute (4.7★, 100 ratings), Santa Maria Post Acute (4.3★, 35 ratings), Valley Oaks Post Acute (4.2★, 26 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Santa Maria?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Santa Maria has assisted living (11 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (6 communities), independent living (2 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Santa Maria?
Families rate Santa Maria skilled nursing long term care communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 163 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Santa Maria skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 5 Santa Maria communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 80%), cleanliness (mentioned for 80%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 60%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (40%), cleanliness (20%), communication with families (20%).
How do Santa Maria nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Santa Maria carry an overall star rating, averaging 4 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.