Whittier Nursing Homes

Whittier has seven skilled nursing homes with mixed Medicare ratings. The city average is 3.4 stars, with one facility rated five stars and three others at four stars or better. However, three homes rate two stars or lower. This wide variation means families must check each facility's specific federal rating, as the city's overall score doesn't reflect quality for all options.

Staffing metrics show limited care hours: an average of six nursing hours per resident daily, with only 1.5 hours from registered nurses. Annual nursing staff turnover is 32%, meaning workers change frequently. High occupancy at 92% of licensed beds may also affect care consistency, as facilities operate near capacity.

Whittier sits in a county with 88 hospitals, including major centers like LAC/Olive View-UCLA. Statewide, shared room nursing home costs average $81,750 yearly. Given the rating spread, families should prioritize reviewing each home's federal star rating report and consider nearby cities if Whittier's options don't meet needs.