Atherton Park Post Acute

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies

National median: 7

9 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

3.92 hrs near national median

Registered nurse (RN)

0.42 hrs

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

0.99 hrs

Certified nursing aide (CNA)

2.51 hrs

Physical therapy

0.11 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating improved from 1 to 4 stars over 18 data points.

Facility profile

Type

Skilled Nursing Facility · Nursing home · Assisted living facility · Physical therapy clinic

Capacity

160 certified beds · ~156 avg residents/day (97% occupancy)

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Payment accepted

Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Atherton Park Post Acute is a 160-bed, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Menlo Park, California. The center holds a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, supported by a 5-star rating in quality measures and 3-star ratings in both staffing and health inspections. The facility is operated as a limited liability company and provides long-term care and rehabilitation services.

Location

1275 Crane St, Menlo Park, 94025, Menlo Park, CA

Recent reviews

• Laura Chavez ★☆☆☆☆ February 21, 2026

  This was our experience with Atherton Park Post Acute, and I sincerely wish my 94-year-old aunt had been sent anywhere else.<br><br>After a fall, she was discharged from Stanford Hospital to Atherton Park for rehabilitation. She entered as an ambulatory woman who used a walker, could manage her daily needs, and even walked up and down 14 stairs to her bedroom every day. Six weeks later, she left bedridden.<br><br>During her stay, she lost 10 pounds in six weeks. She sustained a sprained wrist due to a staff member’s handling — resulting in visible swelling — and despite multiple family members reporting it, we never received a clear explanation. Her mobility significantly declined rather than improved in what is supposed to be a rehabilitation facility. She now requires 24-hour caregiving, two-person transfers to a wheelchair, and toileting via bedside commode. Frankly, her mobility likely would have been better preserved had she been discharged home instead of sent here.<br><br>While the front desk staff were consistently kind and several CNAs showed genuine care and effort, others were abrasive — both verbally and physically. The inconsistency in care was alarming.<br><br>Communication with this facility was beyond frustrating. The social worker is in the office only three days a week and rarely returns voicemails. During my aunt’s six-week stay, I left repeated messages expressing serious concerns and received callbacks only when the topic involved her discharge date — specifically when her Medicare coverage was ending.<br><br>Their discharge equipment policy is equally troubling. Because her mobility declined during rehab, she required a hospital bed, wheelchair, and commode upon discharge. Yet we were told equipment cannot be ordered until three days before discharge. When I called repeatedly to ensure the bed would arrive in time — since sending a bedridden 94-year-old home without a bed is a clear safety risk — I was told delivery typically takes 7–10 days. The lack of coordination was staggering.<br><br>The stress this caused my aunt and our family was immeasurable.<br><br>Since bringing her home with 24/7 caregivers, several CNAs have independently shared that other clients have had similarly negative experiences at this facility.<br><br>If you value your loved one’s safety, dignity, and recovery, I strongly urge you to explore other options.

• Mary Schott ★★★★★ February 20, 2026

  I Love everyone at atherton park! They make me comfortable and relaxed and make me feel well.

• William Addiego ★★★★★ February 20, 2026

  What i like about Atherton park is that everyone that I have come in contact with has been very professional and very friendly and very competent. I also notice that the facility is very clean and in general I would consider Atherton park post acute to be without any question the best nursing facility to be at for a number of reasons.

• Steven Fellows ★★★★★ February 19, 2026

  Excellent service. We never felt so loved.

• Dan Nab ★★★★★ February 19, 2026

  The staff is welcoming and the facility is clean. The patio is great for outside time. The rehab gym is very nice. The staff is happy and the director is very accessible. They have thoughtful activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Atherton Park Post Acute?

Atherton Park Post Acute has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

How did Atherton Park Post Acute score on health inspections?

Atherton Park Post Acute received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Atherton Park Post Acute?

Atherton Park Post Acute has a staffing rating of 3 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Atherton Park Post Acute have?

Atherton Park Post Acute has 160 certified beds.

Does Atherton Park Post Acute accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Atherton Park Post Acute accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Where is Atherton Park Post Acute located?

Atherton Park Post Acute is located at 1275 Crane St, Menlo Park, 94025, Menlo Park, California.

How can I contact Atherton Park Post Acute?

You can reach Atherton Park Post Acute by phone at +1 650-325-8600.

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