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Sierra Valley Rehab Center in Porterville, CA

Sierra Valley Rehab Center is a nursing home community in Porterville, CA.

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Sierra Valley Rehab Center in Porterville, CA

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Sierra Valley Rehab Center Sierra Valley Rehab Center

301 West Putnam, Porterville, CA 93257

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.6 from 41 reviews
5 stars
24
4 stars
3
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
14

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Overall Review of Sierra Valley Rehab Center

common 20 reviews mention this

Staff care is a key theme

Residents and families frequently describe the staff as kind and attentive.

Many reviewers say the nurses, CNAs, therapists, and other team members treated them with respect and helped them recover. Multiple families describe consistent daily care and routines, and several mention residents feeling comfortable and well cared for. Some also point to friendliness during visits and gratitude for how staff supported their loved ones.

caveat 13 reviews mention this

Care concerns drive many negatives

A significant share of reviewers report neglect, poor follow-through, or serious lapses in care.

A recurring complaint is that patients are not checked on often enough or are left unattended for long periods. Several reviewers describe delayed or missing medical attention, including situations involving falls, dehydration, oxygen issues, wounds, and infections. Others report disrespectful treatment, problems with medication or order handling, and a lack of responsiveness when families ask for help.

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Meals are often called out positively

Dining stands out, with reviewers talking positively about meals and food quality.

Some reviewers praise the kitchen and specific favorites, and others say residents loved the meals served each day. One reviewer also describes the food as home cooked and says it tastes great. This aligns with the community’s restaurant-style dining offering.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Room comfort and supervision vary

Reviewers describe inconsistent comfort and supervision, including room-related issues.

One reviewer reports a very hot room and describes needing staff help to bring a portable air conditioner. Another reviewer comments that the rooms are small, even while calling many other parts of the experience excellent. In contrast, at least one positive review mentions staff making sure a resident was comfortable and had what they needed.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 139 resident community capacity 139 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Porterville, California, offers a variety of amenities close by that could be beneficial for senior living. There are several places of worship within a short distance, providing opportunities for spiritual engagement and community involvement. In terms of healthcare, there are multiple physicians and pharmacies in the vicinity, as well as nearby hospitals for any medical needs. The proximity to parks allows for leisurely walks or outdoor activities, and there are also cafes and restaurants for social gatherings or dining out. Overall, this neighborhood provides a convenient and supportive environment for seniors looking to live comfortably with access to essential services.

Places of Worship

  • First Baptist Church (0.1 miles)
  • West Coast Believers Porterville (1 miles)
  • First Church of the Nazarene (1 miles)
  • General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (1 miles)
  • Trinity Lutheran Church (1 miles)
  • Grace Fellowship Church (1.3 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (1.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Dr Michael Geiling - Porterville Women's Medical Associates (0.1 miles)
  • Porterville Women's Medical Associates (0.1 miles)
  • South Valley Vascular (0.3 miles)
  • Natraj Surgery Center (0.3 miles)
  • Kern Allergy & Medical Research (0.3 miles)
  • Reid E Adams-Denner (0.3 miles)
  • Jason Roddick, PA-C (0.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Jack In The Box (0.2 miles)
  • Donut Factory (0.2 miles)
  • Taco Rico (0.4 miles)
  • The Vault Bar & Grill (0.4 miles)
  • Dickey's BBQ (0.4 miles)
  • Forest Buffet/ Eagle Mountain Casino (0.4 miles)
  • Long John Silver's (0.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Save Mart Supermarkets (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Sierra View District Hospital (0.3 miles)
  • Sun Villa Rehab (0.4 miles)
  • Porterville Hospital (0.5 miles)
  • Porterville Convalescent (1.1 miles)
  • Tulare County Mental Health Clinic (1.3 miles)
  • Porterville Developmental Center (3 miles)

Parks

  • Murry Park (1 miles)
  • Murray Park (1.2 miles)
  • Hayes Field (1.3 miles)
  • Veterans Park (1.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Pho Sho Fusion House (1.3 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (1.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.5 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (8.6 miles)

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