Arroyo Grande Care Center
1212 Farroll Avenue · Arroyo Grande, CA · 93420 · 8054898137
99 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Compass Health, Inc. Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
RN staffing in the bottom 10% nationally
0.18 registered-nurse hours per resident per day, vs a 0.58 national median and 0.75 benchmark.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.19 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.18 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.73 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 17% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 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 August 24, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 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 August 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 24, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D February 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected March 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 11, 2023 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected September 19, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2021
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected August 12, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 12, 2021
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 12, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2021
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected August 12, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 12, 2021
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 August 12, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 12, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 12, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 555619 · certified since January 1, 1995. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.