Jan Scott Sholes
Feb 2026
Great rehab and occupational therapy. The food was wonderful. Best coffee in the world. The staff was very kind and caring.. all I can say is thank you to everyone for taking such good care of me.
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 93
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 93
- Inspections
- View history (39 citations)
- Regulatory rating
- Five-star Medicare rating with strong inspection results
- Rehab services
- In-house PT, OT, and speech-language pathology
- Location
- 15 minutes south of Temecula via Interstate 15
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviews for Fallbrook Skilled Nursing are sharply split: several families praise the rehabilitation therapists, food, and specific caregivers who helped residents recover after strokes, fractures, or accidents, while other families report serious neglect, rudeness, and understaffing. The facility's five-star Medicare rating contrasts with a low average review score, suggesting inconsistent day-to-day experience.
The Good
- Physical and occupational therapy praised by multiple reviewers
- Good food and in-house cooking noted by several
- Specific staff called out as caring and attentive
- Admissions staff proactive in answering questions beforehand
- Five-star Medicare quality rating
The Bad
- One reviewer reported a diaper never being changed
- One reviewer said staff were rude and inattentive, on phones
- One reviewer described improper care of a broken neck requiring 911 call
- A reviewer noted the facility is 'a bit understaffed'
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Fallbrook Skilled Nursing is a senior living community in Fallbrook, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 2.3 out of 5 across 21 reviews.
About Fallbrook Skilled Nursing
Fallbrook Skilled Nursing is a skilled nursing facility in Fallbrook, California, offering comprehensive rehabilitation and 24-hour supervisory nursing care. Established in 1975, the facility operates with 93 beds and serves both short-term and long-term residents who require professional medical support following major health events such as strokes or fractures.
The facility provides complete health care services delivered by a nursing team of Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Certified Nursing Assistants. In-house rehabilitation services include physical therapy to regain mobility and flexibility, occupational therapy, and speech and language pathology to improve communication. The facility uses state-of-the-art technology and personalized service approaches to help residents reach their individual recovery goals.
Amenities and daily living at Fallbrook Skilled Nursing emphasize comfort and community. The facility offers community-style amenities, social and recreational activities, and religious programming in bright, welcoming surroundings. Meals are prepared in-house daily by trained culinary staff using fresh ingredients. Admissions coordinators manage the intake process, benefit authorization, and discharge planning to reduce stress for families navigating the healthcare system.
Located in Fallbrook, the facility is situated 15 minutes south of Temecula and within 30 minutes of Escondido and Oceanside, with convenient access from Interstate 15. The facility holds a five-star Medicare rating and has received exceptional ratings across quality measures, staffing, and health inspections.
Types of Care at Fallbrook Skilled Nursing
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Kitchen
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
Need help deciding?
Tell us what you're looking for and we'll match you with communities that fit. Free, and you choose who contacts you.
Help Me ChooseReviews of Fallbrook Skilled Nursing
2.3overall · 21 ratings combined
2.3★ on Google (21)
Alonso Rodriguez
Sep 2025
TERRIBLE. please do not put any family members here. had my mother in there the workers could care less and are so rude. they throw the food to the seniors like dogs. workers are always on their phones never giving the elders any attention and give them unwanted attitude. my mother never had her diaper changed.
Susannah Levicki
Aug 2025
Worst facility ever created. I have no problem sharing my story. Both parents went there...mom failed to thrive, dad had a broken neck and no one knew how to care for him or even know how to put a neck bracebon correctly. We had to call 911 to get him out of there.
Brenda Fries
Aug 2024
After my car accident and 4 days in the hospital I was transferred to Fallbrook Skilled Nursing. I’d read other reviews and was skeptical but one review mentioned that the physical therapists were great and that was the reason I was going so chose them. The admissions woman, Janet, even called me beforehand to answer any questions I had. I was SO pleasantly surprised at how good all of the staff were! Every one of them I came in contact with was professional and had great attitudes. They are a bit understaffed but never let that issue control their day. There are wonderful people working there that let me know they were there to HELP me get better. The physical & occupational therapists were great. Special shoutout to Carmen, my CNA, who has a heart of gold and the room brightened every day she was at work. The food was also very good-the cooks do a great job!
Gary Gingerich
Jul 2024
I was transferred to Fallbrook Skilled Nursing from Rancho Springs hospital in Murrieta in February 2018. When I arrived there I was pretty much paralyzed , only able to move my arms very little . I was at Fallbrook for just shy of 4 months before being discharged. I had excellent care by everyone in the facility , with a special shout out to Brent , the head therapist.( since my illness I have pretty much recovered)
Government Inspection History
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 39 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Sep 18, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 7, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 7, 2025
May 1, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard12 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 31, 2025
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 28, 2025
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 28, 2025
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 28, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 28, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 28, 2025
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 28, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 31, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 31, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 31, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 31, 2025
Use approved construction type or materials.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 28, 2025
Oct 29, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 4, 2024
Jul 20, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 8, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 8, 2023
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 8, 2023
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 20, 2023
Sep 18, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Oct 18, 2019
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 18, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 18, 2019
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 18, 2019
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 12, 2019
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Fallbrook Skilled Nursing offer?
Fallbrook Skilled Nursing offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Fallbrook Skilled Nursing located?
Fallbrook Skilled Nursing is located at 325 Potter Street in Fallbrook, California.
What do families say about Fallbrook Skilled Nursing?
Reviews for Fallbrook Skilled Nursing are sharply split: several families praise the rehabilitation therapists, food, and specific caregivers who helped residents recover after strokes, fractures, or accidents, while other families report serious neglect, rudeness, and understaffing. The facility's five-star Medicare rating contrasts with a low average review score, suggesting inconsistent day-to-day experience.
How did Fallbrook Skilled Nursing do on recent health and safety inspections?
Fallbrook Skilled Nursing had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 39 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
How can families visit Fallbrook Skilled Nursing?
Submit the Request Information form on this page to connect with Fallbrook Skilled Nursing and arrange a tour. Sharing your timeline and care needs up front helps the community prepare for your visit.
Work at Fallbrook Skilled Nursing? Claim this listing to update photos, pricing, and details. It's free.
Nearby Communities
Other senior living options within 25 miles of Fallbrook.
SponsoredVineyard Ranch Senior Living
Temecula, California12 mi
4.9(60)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Regency Fallbrook
Fallbrook, California0 mi
5(19)
Assisted Living
Alvin'S Homecare
Fallbrook, California0 mi
5(4)
Assisted Living
Country Gardens
Fallbrook, California0 mi
3(2)
Assisted Living
Amparo Senior Care
Oceanside, California7.6 mi
5(2)
Home care · no referral needed
Oceanside Senior Living
Oceanside, California8.6 mi
4.7(120)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Fallbrook bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
