nursing home in Watsonville, CA
Manresa Healthcare Center
919 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076 · (831) 722-3581
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- New owner (last 12 months)
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Manresa Healthcare Center at a glance
Manresa Healthcare Center is a 59-bed for-profit nursing home in Watsonville, California (Santa Cruz County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 18, 2025) found 5 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 35.6% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 59
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth
- Medicare-certified since
- March 24, 1970
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- CMS Certification Number
- 056178
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.86 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.44 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.46 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.71 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.6% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 63 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 59 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 57 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.3% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4.5% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.5% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.4% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.7% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.1% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 8.3% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.7% | 10.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.6% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 24 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 27, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 27, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 27, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 28, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 28, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2025 |
| November 18, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0023 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 29, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | 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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Try 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 12, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| July 29, 2022 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 17, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 17, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Fire safety | Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 17, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected August 17, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 15, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2022 |
| July 29, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 15, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPYGLASS HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 07/01/2025 |
| MCCORMACK, RYAN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 20% | 07/01/2025 |
| O'SHEA, BRADY Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 5% | 07/01/2025 |
| BAK, ABRAHAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2024 |
| BAYUGA, MICHELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| GASTWIRTH, MENACHEM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2024 |
| GEWIRTZ, CHONOCH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| ROMO-GRITZEWSKY, MARYLOU Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| MCCORMACK, RYAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| AB1 TR Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| AB3 TR Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| GEWIRTZ, CHONOCH Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2024 |
| BAK, ABRAHAM Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| BAK, RACHEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| GASTWIRTH, JOSHUA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| GASTWIRTH, MENACHEM Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| GASTWIRTH, SOLOMON Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| KAY, DAVID Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| KAY, NOAH Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| MAYER, AKIVA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| OSCHEROWITZ, AVISHAI Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2024 |
| ROSENBLUTH, YOSEF Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| BAYUGA, MICHELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
| ROMO-GRITZEWSKY, MARYLOU Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Manresa Healthcare Center's rating?
Manresa Healthcare Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Manresa Healthcare Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Manresa Healthcare Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Manresa Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Manresa Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Manresa Healthcare Center is at 919 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville, CA 95076. Phone: (831) 722-3581.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.