Nursing home

Brighton Care Center

1836 N. Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103

★★★★★Overall Medicare rating
★★★★★Health inspections
★★★★★Staffing
★★★★★Quality measures

Medicare rates every nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. 5 is much above average, 1 is much below.

Findings, latest cycle22
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles1
Fines, 3 years$0
Beds99

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 75 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

1 Actual harm to a resident74 No harm, but a risk of harm

Each entry below is a requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet on that date, in the regulator's own English wording.

Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Aug 18, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 1, 2026
Aug 18, 2026Resident rightsKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. (F0583)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 1, 2026
Aug 12, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 1, 2026
Apr 7, 2026Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 8, 2026
Earlier inspections (71)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Jan 29, 2026Infection controlImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use. (F0881)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 4, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 12, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 3, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Food and nutritionHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. (F0813)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 12, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (F0760)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 19, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 19, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 11, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. (F0698)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 13, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 13, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Quality of life and careEnsure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. (F0693)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (F0690)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 4, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Resident assessment and care planningPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities (F0645)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 18, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 5, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Resident rightsKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. (F0583)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 2, 2026
Jan 29, 2026Resident rightsGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. (F0582)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 17, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. (F0806)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 16, 2026
Aug 12, 2025Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 25, 2025
Aug 6, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 18, 2025
Jun 11, 2025Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 13, 2025
May 30, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 2, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 8, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. (F0691)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 8, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 10, 2025
Mar 26, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)Actual harm to a resident
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Mar 26, 2025Resident assessment and care planningDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (F0657)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 14, 2025
Mar 8, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 28, 2025
Mar 8, 2025Nursing and physician servicesPost nurse staffing information every day. (F0732)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 28, 2025
Mar 8, 2025Quality of life and careProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (F0677)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 28, 2025
Mar 8, 2025Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 28, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (F0690)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. (F0688)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (F0550)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 3, 2025
Nov 8, 2024Resident rightsGive residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. (F0572)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 5, 2024
Oct 30, 2024Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 15, 2024
Sep 11, 2024Nursing and physician servicesPost nurse staffing information every day. (F0732)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 18, 2024
Sep 5, 2024Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 23, 2024
Sep 5, 2024Resident rightsNot transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. (F0622)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 23, 2024
Aug 21, 2024Building and environmentMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 3, 2024
Aug 21, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 3, 2024
Aug 21, 2024Nursing and physician servicesEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. (F0726)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 3, 2024
Aug 21, 2024Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 3, 2024
Aug 21, 2024Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 3, 2024
May 30, 2024Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 24, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Building and environmentMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (F0677)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careEnsure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. (F0676)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident rightsHonor 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. (F0584)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident rightsHonor 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. (F0578)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (F0550)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 1, 2024
Nov 7, 2023Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 30, 2023

Fines and payment denials

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day4.01California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.31California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends3.66California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year46.9%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds99
Residents per day, average87.3
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameBrighton Convalescent, LLC
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceFeb 10, 1989

Questions to ask when you call

Source. Medicare Care Compare (CMS Provider Data), data dated Oct 1, 2026. Open this home on Medicare.gov · Report an error

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