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The Sequoias

Excellent5-Star CMS Rating

501 PORTOLA ROAD, Portola Valley, CA 94028

43 Beds
Medicare Since 1967

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501 PORTOLA ROAD
Portola Valley, CA 94028

About The Sequoias

Nursing home overview and details

The Sequoias is an nursing home in Portola Valley, CA, serving San Mateo County and the surrounding community. The facility has 43 certified beds with an average daily census of 31.8 residents.

The Sequoias has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1967, bringing 59 years of experience in long-term care. It operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering a continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing, allowing residents to age in place.

The Sequoias has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Portola Valley, CA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating5/5 Stars
Certified Beds43
Avg. Residents/Day31.8
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCYes
CountySan Mateo
Affiliated Doctors4

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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Excellent

CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

The Sequoias has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Excellent

Quality Measures

Excellent

Staffing

Excellent

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

The Sequoias provides 4.91 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.86 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 10.0%, which is lower than many facilities, suggesting staff stability. RN-specific turnover is 16.7%. Weekend staffing averages 4.58 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.86
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.91
Total Nurse Turnover Rate10.0%
RN Turnover Rate16.7%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)4.58

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

The Sequoias has received 1 fine totaling $12,703. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($12,703)
Total Penalties1

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Frequently Asked Questions

About The Sequoias

What is the CMS rating for The Sequoias?

The Sequoias has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does The Sequoias have?

The Sequoias has 43 certified beds with an average daily census of 31.8 residents.

What type of facility is The Sequoias?

The Sequoias is a non profit - corporation nursing home serving San Mateo County in Portola Valley, CA.

How many doctors practice at The Sequoias?

4 physicians are affiliated with The Sequoias. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does The Sequoias have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. The Sequoias has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·