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Veterans Home Of California - Barstow

100 East Veterans Parkway, Barstow, CA 92311

Independent Living Assisted Living Nursing Home Skilled Nursing
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(760) 252-6200

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,860

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,540
  • Average State Price: $4,162
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Veterans Home Of California - Barstow Description

    Veterans Home Of California - Barstow is a community that offers independent living, assisted living, nursing care and skilled nursing and is located in the town of Barstow Heights, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9.2 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    9.2
    Veterans Home Of California - Barstow
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 23 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 2 communities in Barstow
  • Ranking in State: 737 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Many reviews highlight the positive aspects of the senior living facility, noting the excellent staff, cleanliness, and the variety of activities and entertainment options available for residents. The food and customer service are also praised, contributing to a welcoming and comfortable environment. The facility is described as accommodating, with a beautiful layout and a friendly, caring staff that treats residents with respect and dignity. The presence of a M-60 tank on display adds a unique touch to the facility.

    One review expresses concern over the potential closure of the facility, emphasizing the impact it could have on the community and the importance of keeping it open for the sake of the residents and their families. Another review shares a positive experience with the application process for a Cal Vet Home, highlighting the helpful and professional nature of the administrators and the quality of care and activities provided.

    However, there is a critical review that raises serious concerns about the administration and staff behavior, including allegations of intimidation, retaliation, and mishandling of medical records. This review suggests a need for investigation and improvement in the facility's management and staff conduct to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents.

    Overall, while many reviews are positive and speak to the quality of life provided by the facility, the concerns raised in the critical review suggest areas that may require attention and improvement.


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    Health

    24-hour personal assistance with bathing, dressing and grooming

    Medication management

    Bedside care and tray service

    Residential Care Coordinator on staff


    Services

    Weekly housekeeping

    Linen and laundry services

    Maintenance or supervision of resident cash resources


    Activities

    Full time Activity Coordinator

    On-site activities

    Off-site activities


    Community Amenities

    Social areas


    Room Amenities

    Laundry rooms

    Mail-delivery area


    Dining

    All meals provided

    Three meals a day

    Between-meal snacks

    Professional dietary consultant on staff

    Dining room


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 5
    Health inspection rating: 5
    Staffing rating: 5
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Oct. 28, 2008
    Ownership type: Government
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 120
    Total current residents: 67
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 2
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 8
    Total cost of fines: $14405


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-08-08 2022-08-24 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide emergency officials' contact information.
    2022-08-08 2022-08-24 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2022-08-08 2022-08-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-08-08 2022-08-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2022-08-08 2022-08-24 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide emergency officials' contact information.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 D Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 D Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2021-07-21 2021-08-10 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2020-07-30 2020-08-17 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2019-05-03 $10,205
    2021-07-05 $655
    2021-07-05 $650
    2021-07-12 $975
    2021-07-19 $1,310
    2021-07-19 $1,300
    2021-07-26 $1,625
    2021-07-26 $1,638
    2021-08-02 $1,965
    2021-08-02 $1,950
    2021-08-09 $2,275
    2021-08-09 $2,293
    2021-08-16 $2,621
    2021-08-16 $2,600
    2021-08-23 $2,948
    2021-08-23 $2,925

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Barstow Heights which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 24,202 (small town).
    • The average income is $43,137, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 89
      • Low Temperature: 48
      • Average Temperature: 67.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 33 days of rain, 0 days of snow and 330 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.2 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.17 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 27.0, Moderate Days 121.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 41.0, Unhealthy Days 20.0, Very Unhealthy Days 2.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Buzz's Mini Market
    2.2 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    2.3 miles away
    Desert Market
    8.0 miles away
    Food Mart
    8.3 miles away
    Uptons General Market
    11.6 miles away

    Transportation

    Barstow
    2.6 miles away

    Bus Stations

    route 1,2
    0.7 miles away
    Routes 1,2,3,4,5
    1.8 miles away
    30001
    2.0 miles away
    30002
    2.0 miles away
    30000
    2.0 miles away

    Banks

    Bank of America
    2.2 miles away
    Chase
    2.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Barstow Community Hospital
    1.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.8 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    2.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Barstow Dental
    2.3 miles away

    Parks

    Barstow Heights Park
    1.4 miles away
    Barstow Memorial Park
    1.5 miles away
    Dana Park
    1.5 miles away
    Stringham Park
    1.5 miles away
    Venner Park
    1.6 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Barstow Shopping Center
    2.3 miles away
    Outlets at Barstow
    3.5 miles away

    None Found

    Restaurants

    Amigo's
    2.2 miles away
    Canton
    2.2 miles away
    DiNapoli's Firehouse
    2.2 miles away
    Los Domingos
    2.2 miles away
    IHOP
    2.3 miles away

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