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Sierra View Medical Center in Porterville, CA

Sierra View Medical Center is a nursing home community in Porterville, CA.

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Sierra View Medical Center in Porterville, CA

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  • Building

    A modern healthcare facility featuring a striking glass exterior and a welcoming entrance.
  • Architecture

    A modern healthcare facility featuring a glass facade and a welcoming entrance.
  • Dining

    A busy fast food restaurant counter with employees serving customers.
  • Landscaping

    A modern building with a clear blue sky and traffic lights in an urban setting.
  • Kitchen

    A view of a bar area showcasing a digital menu and various drink options.
  • Entrance

    The entrance of a modern glass building with clear signage.
  • Outdoor

    Entrance of the Sierra View building with a welcoming green awning.
  • Exterior

    A modern commercial building featuring large glass windows and landscaped surroundings.
  • Wall Art

    A view of a hospital room featuring a clock, wall art, and various medical waste disposal units.
  • Hallway

    Healthcare professionals walking and discussing in a hospital hallway.
  • Waiting Area

    A healthcare reception area where medical staff assist patients.
  • Modern Architecture

    A modern office building with a glass facade.

465 West Putnam Avenue, Porterville, CA 93257

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

4.1 from 119 reviews
5 stars
78
4 stars
11
3 stars
9
2 stars
6
1 stars
15

Overall Review of Sierra View Medical Center

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Cleanliness issues come up often

Several reviewers describe the facility as dirty, unsanitary, or poorly maintained.

Multiple reviews criticize cleanliness in waiting areas, including overflowing trash, dirty floors, and a gross coffee station. A few reviewers also call out an unappealing waiting-room condition, describing it as appalling or disgusting. These comments stand in contrast to other reviews that describe smooth, positive care experiences.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Long waits frustrate some visitors

Some reviewers report long delays even after arriving for appointments.

Several reviews describe significant wait times for care, including being there far past the scheduled or expected time. Others mention waiting for imaging or procedures and feeling like the process was slower than promised by their providers. Even among more positive experiences, a few reviewers still highlight busy periods where time to be seen stretched out.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Communication and privacy concerns

A few reviewers mention communication problems and privacy lapses.

Some reviewers describe a lack of clear communication around discharge paperwork, timing, or next steps. Others call out privacy-related concerns, including staff discussing personal information in view of patients. There are also complaints that medication-related coordination did not go as told, adding to the frustration for at least a subset of visitors.

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Features

Housing

  • 35 resident community capacity 35 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Care Services

  • 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
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Porterville, California, offers convenient access to a variety of healthcare facilities, including Natraj Surgery Center, Sierra View District Hospital, and pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens. There are also several reputable physicians in the area, such as Dr. Michael Geiling from Porterville Women's Medical Associates. For those looking for spiritual fulfillment, there are several places of worship nearby, from First Baptist Church to Trinity Lutheran Church. Additionally, residents can enjoy dining options like Taco Rico and Black Bear Diner, as well as cafes such as Pho Sho Fusion House. Parks like Hayes Field and Veterans Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this area provides a mix of essential services and amenities that could make it a comfortable choice for senior living in Porterville.

Physicians

  • Natraj Surgery Center (0.1 miles)
  • Jason Roddick, PA-C (0.1 miles)
  • Behl, Ashok - Behl Ashok MD FACC (0.1 miles)
  • Reddy Lalitha MD (0.2 miles)
  • Dr Michael Geiling - Porterville Women's Medical Associates (0.2 miles)
  • Porterville Women's Medical Associates (0.2 miles)
  • Suneel H Wadhwani (0.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Sierra View District Hospital (0.1 miles)
  • Sun Villa Rehab (0.3 miles)
  • Porterville Hospital (0.7 miles)
  • Porterville Convalescent (0.9 miles)
  • Tulare County Mental Health Clinic (1.1 miles)
  • Porterville Developmental Center (3.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Save Mart Supermarkets (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Taco Rico (0.2 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (0.2 miles)
  • Long John Silver's (0.3 miles)
  • Donut Factory (0.3 miles)
  • Los Portales Restaurant (0.5 miles)
  • Black Bear Diner Porterville (0.6 miles)
  • Dickey's BBQ (0.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Baptist Church (0.2 miles)
  • West Coast Believers Porterville (0.9 miles)
  • First Church of the Nazarene (0.9 miles)
  • General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (0.9 miles)
  • Trinity Lutheran Church (0.9 miles)
  • Grace Fellowship Church (1.1 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (1.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Pho Sho Fusion House (1.1 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (1.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.3 miles)

Parks

  • Hayes Field (1.1 miles)
  • Murry Park (1.2 miles)
  • Murray Park (1.4 miles)
  • Veterans Park (1.6 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (8.6 miles)

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