Palms Care Center
1010 Ventura Avenue, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Avalon Care Center – Chowchilla is located in the heart of central valley. Chowchilla is a peaceful community centered between Hwy 99 and Hwy 152, with no more than a twenty minute trip to either Madera or Merced for shopping convenience. Avalon Care Center – Chowchilla is tucked away from busy streets and has spacious grounds with lush greenery for a tranquil experience. Our 65 bed capacity allows for a more personalized experience coupled with more emphasis on individual quality care.
Palms Care Center is licensed for 65 beds, about typical for the area, where senior care communities in Madera County average about 79 beds.
Federal reporting puts occupancy at about 92% of its licensed beds, which is high; communities this full often maintain a waiting list, so it is worth calling well before you need a place.
Medicare rates this community 4 out of 5 stars overall, a score based on health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Communities in Madera County average about 2.8 stars. Its most recent standard health inspection was in April 2025 and recorded 8 deficiencies.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day on average, including 0.3 hours from a registered nurse. Nursing staff turnover over the past year was about 37%.
The community is located in Madera County, CA.
Palms Care Center offers assisted living, nursing home care, and senior living.
Facility details
- Organization type for-profit corporation
- Beds / units 65
- Occupancy 92%
- Nursing hours per resident/day 4.2
- Annual staff turnover 37%
- Last health inspection April 2025