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French Park Care Center

600 E Washington Avenue

3.7(74 ratings)· Santa Ana average: 3.8

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Quick Facts

Total units
202
Medicare rating
1 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
202
Care focus
Sub-acute recovery after surgery, stroke, hospitalization
Discharge support
Dedicated social services for discharge planning
Clinical staff
On-site physical therapists and case managers

What Families Think

French Park Care Center is a sub-acute skilled nursing facility in Santa Ana focused on helping patients recover after hospitalization, surgery, or stroke and transition back home. Detailed family reviews were not available, so this overview relies mainly on the facility's own description of its care approach.

The Good

  • Individualized treatment and discharge planning
  • Multidisciplinary team of nurses, doctors, and therapists
  • Social services support for patients and families
  • Family and friends welcomed into activities

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available
  • No amenities details provided to compare care setting
  • Limited independent reviews to verify care quality

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

French Park Care Center is a senior living community in Santa Ana, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 74 reviews.

About French Park Care Center

French Park Care Center is a sub-acute nursing facility located in Santa Ana, California. The facility provides skilled nursing and sub-acute care 24 hours a day, with a focus on helping residents regain independence and return to their homes following hospitalization, surgery, strokes, and other medical conditions.

The center offers comprehensive and complex medical care through its sub-acute nursing unit, serving patients recovering from acute medical events. A dedicated team of professionals works with patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans and determine the optimal care approach for each situation. Patients are empowered through individualized programs designed to restore maximum functionality and independence.

Social Services staff assist both patients and families by providing essential information, managing requests and concerns, and helping with care planning and discharge planning. The facility creates positive social programs and individualized activities tailored to match patient needs and capabilities, and friends and family are welcome to participate.

The center emphasizes creating a secure environment that meets both the social and clinical needs of residents while promoting independence. Staff members include nurses, physical therapists, doctors, case managers, and social services professionals who work collaboratively to support patient recovery and successful transitions back to home care.

Types of Care at French Park Care Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of French Park Care Center

3.7overall · 74 ratings combined

3.7★ on Google (74)

Kevin Lenertz

Aug 2026

via Google

French Park Care Center suffers from the same problems most other medical facilities do. Overworked patient care staff. The facility is clean and the staff are responsive when made aware of patient needs. They're also very pleasant.

Oscar Fabela

Aug 2026

via Google

Despite being an older building it's really nice. Staff is polite and it's well kept

carol allen

Jul 2026

via Google

Very friendly staff and knowledgeable leads. Clean and accommodating to patient and family.

Zachary Malen

Jul 2026

via Google

We were looking at care options for my grandmother and Brian gave us a tour of the facility. He was very welcoming and answered all of our questions. Thank you Brian for making the process easier and for leaving such a positive impression on our family!

alicia martinez

Jul 2026

via Google

the nurses were very attentive and all cna were too. But their were 2 CNA. that always did extra and i will always be thankful...olivia show her patients how much she cared she made sure they always were clean and smelling good!!! shes the best and i also want to shout out to yanet who always came to the room to say hello to my daughter. im so ever thankful for that. my daughter was in room 265 A.

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Government Inspection History

23 inspection visits in the last three years, 148 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 7, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 28, 2026

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 28, 2026

Apr 23, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard40 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 29, 2026

  • 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 12, 2026

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 29, 2026

  • Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 1, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 1, 2026

  • Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • 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 Jun 3, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • 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, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 28, 2026

  • Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 6, 2026

  • 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 May 7, 2026

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • 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 Jun 3, 2026

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 3, 2026

  • Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 1, 2026

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 28, 2026

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 3, 2026

Mar 3, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 3, 2026

Feb 12, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 18, 2026

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 18, 2026

Jan 28, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 17, 2026

Jan 16, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
  • Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 21, 2026

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 21, 2026

Dec 19, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 23, 2025

Sep 10, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 25, 2025

Aug 14, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2025

Jul 23, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard31 citations
  • Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 20, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 4, 2025

  • Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Install resident room doors of proper design and width.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025

  • Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • 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 23, 2025

  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • 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 23, 2025

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • 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 Aug 23, 2025

  • 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 23, 2025

  • Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2025

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

  • Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 23, 2025

Jun 17, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 4, 2025

Mar 14, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 4, 2025

Feb 5, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 24, 2025

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 24, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 24, 2025

Jun 6, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 2, 2024

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 2, 2024

May 14, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2024

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2024

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2024

Apr 19, 2024Health Complaint3 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 13, 2024

  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 13, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 13, 2024

Mar 13, 2024Health 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 Mar 31, 2024

  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2024

Feb 8, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 1, 2024

Jan 25, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 11, 2024

Jan 2, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 20, 2024

Oct 31, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard41 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Provide emergency officials' contact information.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 17, 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 Nov 30, 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 10, 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 Nov 30, 2023

  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • 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 Nov 30, 2023

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 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 Nov 30, 2023

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • 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 Nov 30, 2023

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 17, 2023

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 30, 2023

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2023

Oct 4, 2023Health Complaint2 citations
  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 23, 2023

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 23, 2023

Jul 19, 2023Health Complaint5 citations
  • Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Provide appropriate foot care.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 7, 2023

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 French Park Care Center offer?

French Park Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is French Park Care Center located?

French Park Care Center is located at 600 E Washington Avenue in Santa Ana, California.

What do families say about French Park Care Center?

French Park Care Center is a sub-acute skilled nursing facility in Santa Ana focused on helping patients recover after hospitalization, surgery, or stroke and transition back home. Detailed family reviews were not available, so this overview relies mainly on the facility's own description of its care approach.

How did French Park Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

French Park Care Center had 23 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 148 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.

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