Veterans Home of California - Barstow
100 East Veterans Parkway · Barstow, CA · 92311 · 7602526288
60 certified beds Government - State
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.48 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.31 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.80 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 25% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 23, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 11, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D 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 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected January 23, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
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 July 23, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
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 July 23, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 6, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E June 6, 2024
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected July 23, 2024 · Environmental
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 555853 · certified since October 28, 2008. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.