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Brighton Post Acute
361 E. Grangeville Blvd, Hanford, CA 93230
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Brighton Post Acute, in Hanford, California, is certified for 133 beds under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and belongs to the West Harbor Healthcare chain.
CMS gives it 3 of 5 stars overall, equal to the California median; the health inspection rating is 3, staffing 3 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 35 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (17, 6, 12 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 26.3 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: no fines and 1 payment denial.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.9 hours per resident per day (0.3 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 44.4%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Kings Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 35 | 35 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 26.3 | 32.9 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 44.4% | 55.7% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (3 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 10 Apr 2026, 8 Aug 2024.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×22 E ×6 F ×5 B ×1
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Jun 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Jul 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0803 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | D | Standard survey | 30 Apr 2026 |
| 2 Jan 2026 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | F | Complaint investigation | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 1 Apr 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation (under dispute review) | 6 May 2025 |
| 1 Apr 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 May 2025 |
| 1 Nov 2024 | F0808 | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Dec 2024 |
| 8 Aug 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2024 |
| 8 Aug 2024 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2024 |
| 8 Aug 2024 | F0912 | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. | B | Standard survey | 30 Aug 2024 |
| 25 Apr 2024 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 26 Apr 2024 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 Dec 2023 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | F | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0803 | 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. | F | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | F | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | E | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0912 | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. | E | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
| 6 Dec 2019 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2020 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Apr 2025 | Payment denial | — | 3 days |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 44.4%, RNs 0.0%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | California median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 11.9% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.4% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 17.5% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 1.7% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 5.4% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Playa Conchal Llc. Chain: West Harbor Healthcare (8 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Harbor Healthcare LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/10/2022 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Kings County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Healthcare & Wellness Center LP | Hanford | 70 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 23 | 32.9 | $9K | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Hanford Post Acute | Hanford | 124 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 41 | 33.1 | — | 13 May 2025 |
All 3 facilities in Kings County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Brighton Post Acute been cited for?
35 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Brighton Post Acute been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Brighton Post Acute compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.9 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Brighton Post Acute?
It is part of the West Harbor Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include West Harbor Healthcare LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Brighton Post Acute last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 22 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 10 Apr 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.