Note to Consumers: Why Quality Matters
Figuring out the right long term care option for a loved one is challenging. Quality of care varies dramatically among California’s long term care providers, and it’s important that you have information that allows you to choose a provider best meet your needs.
CalQualityCare.org is the only online resource that offers an easy three-step process to help you (1) figure out what kind of care you need; (2) search for providers in your area; and (3) choose the best based on ratings and other information.
And unlike other online resources, CalQualityCare.org is completely independent — with no commercial relationships that might bias ratings systems. The data are collected exclusively from federal and state agencies.
For more information about long term care services in California, see the California HealthCare Foundation report, Long Term Care Facts and Figures.
You should not base any decision solely on the information contained in CalQualityCare.org. It is important to visit any facility or agency in which you have an interest; while data on CalQualityCare.org is regularly updated, there may be more current information available about a particular facility or agency. Also, it is extremely important to consult your health care professionals before choosing a facility or agency, particularly if special services will be required.
CalQualityCare.org is designed to provide practical and useful information on long term care services. The Web site does not provide legal, medical, or other professional services. If such expert assistance is required, seek the services of a competent professional.