Best Skilled Nursing in Thousand Oaks, California
9 communities found
Thousand Oaks lists 9 skilled nursing options, all residential communities, with no home care agencies among them. Of the 7 communities with ratings, the average is 4.6 out of 5 based on 398 reviews read. Three communities report Medicare star ratings, averaging 4.7, with two earning five stars.
- 9communities
- 4.6average rating, 7 rated
- 398family reviews read
Sunrise of Westlake Village
Thousand Oaks, California
4.8(77)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
University Village Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks, California
4.7(75)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
OakView Health Center
Thousand Oaks, California
4.5(79)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Always Best Care Senior Services - Home Care Services in Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks, California
4.6(19)
Home care · no referral needed
Conejo Valley Home Care
Thousand Oaks, California
4.6(10)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Sherwood Oaks Post Acute
Thousand Oaks, California
4.4(142)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Thousand Oaks Post Acute
Thousand Oaks, California
4.3(69)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Applegate At Dorado
Thousand Oaks, California
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Enduring Oaks Assisted Living
Thousand Oaks, California
1(2)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Thousand Oaks
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 (77 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Long-tenured caregivers build genuine relationships with residents, though some families noted leadership turnover, food quality dips, and a billing dispute.
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University Village Thousand Oaks
4.7 (75 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe a beautifully landscaped Life Plan community with warm, attentive staff and strong caregiving, though cost is significant for some.
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4.5 (79 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families repeatedly praise attentive nurses and CNAs and smooth transitions between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, though communication sometimes lapses.
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Always Best Care Senior Services - Home Care Services in Thousand Oaks
4.6 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families praise caregivers and office staff for compassion and responsiveness in home care, hospice, and end-of-life support.
- 5
4.6 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 6 units
This small, family-owned home led by a Registered Nurse offers attentive caregivers, home-cooked meals, and an accessible manager.
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4.4 (142 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe a clean, bright rehab facility with attentive nursing and therapy staff, though food quality draws recurring criticism.
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4.3 (69 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families are largely positive about the therapy teams helping loved ones regain function, with a clean, pleasant courtyard and attentive nursing staff.
What families say about skilled nursing in Thousand Oaks
Counted across the review summaries of 9 Thousand Oaks communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families praise caring, attentive staff at 100% of the 9 communities, and 67% single out communication with families, medical and nursing care, and building and grounds as strengths, while 44% note management favorably. On the concern side, 56% mention cost and billing issues, 44% note staff attitude, 33% cite communication problems, and 22% point to food and dining.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Communication with families 67%
- Medical and nursing care 67%
- Building and grounds 67%
- Management 44%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 56%
- Staff attitude 44%
- Communication with families 33%
- Food and dining 22%
“Oakview is a fabulous facility if you have a loved one that needs care following a recent hospital stay or due to a change in situation. The nursing and rehab team is knowledgeable, caring, responsive and dedicated to their craft. The facility has top notch equipment and is well maintained. I”
“All of the staff from the receptionist through to the director of social services are easy to work with.And very caring people.”
“I’m very grateful for the staff for being very attentive. When my mother was admitted here, they treated her very well and could see improvement in her recovery.”
Skilled Nursing in Thousand Oaks: the figures
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 4.7 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (9), housekeeping (9), 24-hour staff (9), medication management (9), social activities (8), dietary accommodations (7).
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.
The full picture for the state: Skilled Nursing in California.
Skilled Nursing near Thousand Oaks
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westlake Village3.2 mi | 13 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.2 mi |
| Agoura Hills7.8 mi | 10 | 4.7 / 5 | 7.8 mi |
| Camarillo10 mi | 18 | 4.3 / 5 | 10 mi |
| Simi Valley10.7 mi | 55 | 4.7 / 5 | 10.7 mi |
| Calabasas12.5 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 12.5 mi |
| West Hills13.7 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 13.7 mi |
| Woodland Hills15.5 mi | 70 | 4.7 / 5 | 15.5 mi |
| Canoga Park16 mi | 55 | 4.4 / 5 | 16 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on September 28, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Thousand Oaks, 398 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 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.
Skilled Nursing in Thousand Oaks: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Thousand Oaks, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 skilled nursing long term care communities in Thousand Oaks, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Thousand Oaks are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Sunrise of Westlake Village (4.8★, 77 ratings), University Village Thousand Oaks (4.7★, 75 ratings), Always Best Care Senior Services - Home Care Services in Thousand Oaks (4.6★, 19 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Thousand Oaks?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Thousand Oaks has assisted living (45 communities), memory care (14 communities), home health (12 communities), at-home care (10 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (9 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Thousand Oaks?
Families rate Thousand Oaks skilled nursing long term care communities 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 398 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Thousand Oaks skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 9 Thousand Oaks communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), communication with families (mentioned for 67%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 67%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (56%), staff attitude (44%), communication with families (33%).
How do Thousand Oaks nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Thousand Oaks carry an overall star rating, averaging 4.7 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.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Thousand Oaks bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
