The Grove Post-Acute Care Center
14122 Hubbard Street · Sylmar, CA · 91342 · 8183610191
75 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.29 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
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: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.86 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.29 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.47 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $17,345 |
Inspection citations (94 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 6, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
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 December 23, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 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 December 23, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F December 4, 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 December 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D December 4, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E December 4, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 23, 2025 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | Fine | $17,345 |
| December 31, 2024 | Payment Denial | 7 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056382 · certified since April 1, 1979. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.