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
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
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.
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.
Doctors at The Sequoias
4 affiliated physicians
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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 ·