Cornerstone Care Center
2550 9th Street · Sanger, CA · 93657 · 5598756501
99 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Bayshire Senior Communities
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.74 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.42 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.34 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 44% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $54,444 |
Inspection citations (53 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected February 15, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 14, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 1, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 1, 2025
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected May 16, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected February 7, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E October 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G June 10, 2024
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G June 10, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 10, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F June 10, 2024
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected June 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 10, 2024 | Fine | $27,612 |
| June 23, 2023 | Fine | $26,832 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056100 · certified since January 1, 1971. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.