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CANTERBURY WOODS

0.00 reviews · 0 verifiedPACIFIC GROVE, CALic. 055303
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Canterbury Woods is a senior living community located in Pacific Grove, California, offering a blend of independent and assisted living options. The community is designed to provide a supportive environment where residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle amidst beautiful natural surroundings. With a focus on holistic well-being, Canterbury Woods aims to foster connections and personalized care for its residents, ensuring that each day is a celebration of life’s moments.

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Medicare overall
5/5Medicare.gov Care Compare stars are shown for context only. They are never part of the Unbeatable composite score.
Staffing (PBJ)
4.08 total HPRDRN 0.98 · weekend 97%Oct 2025 – Dec 2025
Survey history
9 inspections49 deficiencies on record
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CCN 055303

Overall: 5/5 · Health: 5/5 · Staffing: 4/5 · QM: 5/5

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Recent inspections
Fire safetyMar 2026 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL1 deficiencies
  • K-345SS FHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Health surveyFeb 2026 · CMS2 deficiencies
  • F-812SS EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
  • F-847SS DInform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Fire safetyFeb 2026 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL5 deficiencies
  • K-324SS DProvide properly protected cooking facilities.
  • K-353SS FInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-355SS DProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
  • K-363SS DInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
  • K-712SS FHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Health surveyFeb 2026 · CMS1 deficiencies
  • F-658SS DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Fire safetyNov 2025 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL2 deficiencies
  • K-341SS FInstall a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
  • K-346SS FFollow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Health surveySep 2024 · CMS11 deficiencies
  • F-623SS DProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
  • F-656SS DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
  • F-679SS DProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.
  • F-692SS DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
  • F-700SS DTry different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
  • F-755SS DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
  • F-760SS EEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
  • F-803SS DEnsure 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-813SS EHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
  • F-847SS DInform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
  • F-880SS DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Fire safetySep 2024 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL3 deficiencies
  • K-324SS EProvide properly protected cooking facilities.
  • K-345SS FHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
  • K-712SS FHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Health surveyJul 2023 · CMS12 deficiencies
  • F-584SS DHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
  • F-623SS DProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
  • F-641SS DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
  • F-679SS DProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.
  • F-689SS EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
  • F-695SS DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
  • F-727SS EHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
  • F-758SS DImplement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
  • F-761SS EEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
  • F-801SS FEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
  • F-812SS FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
  • F-880SS EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Fire safetyJul 2023 · STATE FIRE MARSHAL12 deficiencies
  • E-6SS CConduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
  • K-293SS DHave properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
  • K-321SS DEnsure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
  • K-345SS EHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
  • K-347SS DProperly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
  • K-353SS DInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
  • K-355SS DProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
  • K-374SS DInstall smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
  • K-712SS EHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
  • K-761SS ETo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
  • K-918SS EHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
  • K-919SS DMeet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
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Ownership

Operated by FRONT PORCH (nonprofit) since 1972.

  1. Apr 2022
    operator transition — FRONT PORCH COMMUNITIES AND SERVICES
    5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST (100%) — FRONT PORCH COMMUNITIES AND SERVICES
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651 SINEX AVENUE
PACIFIC GROVE, CA 93950

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