River Valley Care Center

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies

National median: 7

19 above national median

CMS data as of March 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing

National median: 4.12 hrs

3.82 hrs near national median

Registered nurse (RN)

0.67 hrs

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

0.83 hrs

Certified nursing aide (CNA)

2.47 hrs

Physical therapy

0.03 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating improved from 2 to 3 stars over 18 data points.

Facility profile

Type

Skilled Nursing Facility · Nursing home

Capacity

99 certified beds · ~96 avg residents/day (96% occupancy)

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Payment accepted

Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

River Valley Care Center is a 99-bed, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Live Oak, California, operated by a limited liability company. The center holds a 3-star overall rating from CMS, reflecting a 5-star rating for quality measures and a 4-star rating for staffing levels. Its regulatory history includes a 2-star rating for health inspections.

Location

9000 Larkin Rd, Live Oak, 95953, Live Oak, CA

Recent reviews

• Michael Kelley ★☆☆☆☆ January 13, 2026

  Horrible care home,some staff is amazing, some shouldn't work there.

• Lilly Bonds ★☆☆☆☆ November 24, 2025

  My grandpa went here and they took terrible care of him so I would not recommend to take anyone here I believe that this place should be shut down there was a dirty needle on the ground and he left with to many infections they almost killed my grandpa and his oxygen was deadly low we had to call the police to take him because he was in such bad condition

• Dawna Sitton ★☆☆☆☆ November 15, 2025

  I wrote a review just the other day after coming to Copper Ridge rehabilitation center and I have even more to say about River Valley health care. First off I've been having physical therapy here for only 2 days now and there is no way River Valley can compare to this place. I was the only one in the therapy room at River Valley with hardly any equipment to use for rebilitati on. Copper Ridge on the other hand had all kinds of equipment for us to strengthen our bodies and actually get reabilitated. The goal here is to get better and leave but I feel River Valleys goal was to keep their beds full. How sad is that? Oh and the shirt river valley kept of mine and I had to repeatedly call and ask for Copper Ridge has washed and returned to me. Pretty simple stuff you know. This place even checks on us without our asking. I was charged for things I never got at River Valley. Over $1,000 for speech therapy when I was in there for having a vein replaced in my leg. Not a stroke for God's sake. Anyway I hope people read this before they check their Mom or family member in there. I haven't talked to ANYONE yet who has said River Valley was the great place to go

• Gilbert D ★★★★★ March 23, 2025

  I can not say enough good things about River Valley Care Center. They take extremely good care of all their residents. All the staff members there are very caring, kind, compassionate and professional. They always take time to answer any questions you may have about the care they give your loves ones. It is a blessing to have them in the community.

• Katie Gingrich ★★★★★ January 10, 2024

  I wanted to pass along my families gratitude to your facility. My mother is resident and every time we come in the facility is clean, and most staff are friendly and greets us. Especially the front office woman. My mother is always clean, hair brush, and clothes changed. I really appreciate the time the CNAs take to make sure my mother is as comfortable as possible, my mother seems very comfortable and content with all of them. Every staff on my mother’s unit has been nothing, but helpful and kind. The administration has always help us with any questions and communication has been great above and beyond. I really appreciate and thankful for River Valley taking such good care of my mother. My mother was first placed in another facility before this one and we could not wait to get her out, she was always crying and upset. Once we were accepted and she got to River Valley she has had many happy days and loves her CNA’s. It was a very difficult decision for us to place her in a facility, but so blessed to have her in a caring and clean facility . Thank you to all your staff at River Valley.

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for River Valley Care Center?

River Valley Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars.

How did River Valley Care Center score on health inspections?

River Valley Care Center received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for River Valley Care Center?

River Valley Care Center has a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does River Valley Care Center have?

River Valley Care Center has 99 certified beds.

Does River Valley Care Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, River Valley Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Where is River Valley Care Center located?

River Valley Care Center is located at 9000 Larkin Rd, Live Oak, 95953, Live Oak, California.

How can I contact River Valley Care Center?

You can reach River Valley Care Center by phone at +1 530-695-8020.

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