The Sequoias

The Sequoias

Portola Valley, California

Address

501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA, 94028

Phone

+1 650-851-1501

9.8 /10

The Sequoias Quality & Safety Report

Excellent

Inspections: 5★ (50%) Staffing: 5★ (25%) Quality: 5★ (25%)

CMS Official Overall: 5★ / 5

CMS data as of March 2026

This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →

$12,703 fines 5 health deficiencies

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies
National median: 7
5 below national median
Total federal penalties
$12,703

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
5.69 hrs above national median
Registered nurse (RN)
0.86 hrs
Licensed practical nurse (LPN)
1.39 hrs
Certified nursing aide (CNA)
2.82 hrs
Physical therapy
0.07 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating improved from 4 to 5 stars over 18 data points.

Quality rating trend for The Sequoias 1 2 3 4 5 Jun 24 Sep 24 Dec 24 Apr 25 Jul 25 Dec 25 Feb 26
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Facility profile

Type
Skilled Nursing Facility
Capacity
43 certified beds · ~32 avg residents/day (73% occupancy)
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Payment accepted
Medicare (Medicare)

About

The Sequoias is a non-profit, 43-bed skilled nursing facility located in Portola Valley, California. It holds a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, with 5-star ratings across staffing, health inspections, and quality measures. The facility operates as a corporate non-profit entity providing long-term care and rehabilitation services.

Location

501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA, 94028, Portola Valley, CA

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for The Sequoias?
The Sequoias has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
How did The Sequoias score on health inspections?
The Sequoias received a health inspection rating of 5 out of 5 stars from CMS.
What is the staffing rating for The Sequoias?
The Sequoias has a staffing rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
How many beds does The Sequoias have?
The Sequoias has 43 certified beds.
Does The Sequoias accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, The Sequoias accepts Medicare.
Where is The Sequoias located?
The Sequoias is located at 501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA, 94028, Portola Valley, California.
How can I contact The Sequoias?
You can reach The Sequoias by phone at +1 650-851-1501.

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How to read this page

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Where this data comes from

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