SeniorCareRanked
California/LAGUNA HILLS
23
Very Poor

LAGUNA HILLS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER

24452 HEALTH CENTER DRIVE, LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

LAGUNA HILLS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER is a 208-bed for profit - corporation nursing home located in LAGUNA HILLS, California. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 23 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 36.5%. This facility has no recorded fines. 39 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score23/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day4.2 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.40 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover37% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies39 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

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CMS Star Ratings

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Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day4.2
RN hours/resident/day0.40
Staff turnover36.5%
RN turnover29.4%

Facility Information

Beds208
Avg residents174.5
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainCAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Deficiencies (last inspection)39
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting LAGUNA HILLS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

Count staff vs. residents during your visit

LAGUNA HILLS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER reports 4.2 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 36.5% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

Ask about their most recent inspection

39 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.