nursing home in Avalon, CA
Catalina Island Health
100 Falls Canyon Rd, Avalon, CA 90704 · (310) 510-0700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measuresNot rated
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Catalina Island Health at a glance
Catalina Island Health is a 8-bed non-profit nursing home in Avalon, California (Los Angeles County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the California average of 3.2.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 11, 2026) found 7 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 8
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 6, 1985
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Los Angeles County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555187
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 7 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 47 | 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 | 8 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 4 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 50% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 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 July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 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 July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Ensure 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| June 11, 2026 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 11, 2026 |
| May 8, 2025 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 June 7, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2025 |
| May 8, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 7, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 7, 2025 |
| May 8, 2025 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 June 7, 2025 |
| May 10, 2024 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 May 24, 2024 |
| May 10, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| May 10, 2024 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| May 10, 2024 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| May 10, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| May 10, 2024 Standard | Implement 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 29, 2024 |
| May 10, 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 29, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVALON MEDICAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/07/2025 |
| KIELPINSKI, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2026 |
| AWALT, CATRINA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2015 |
| FOX, JOHN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2018 |
| GREAR, JUDY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2016 |
| HOHENSTEIN, NICOLE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2022 |
| MACLEOD, RENEE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2022 |
| MOTTER, DENISE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2022 |
| SALDANA, GERTRUDE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2016 |
| KIELPINSKI, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| AVALON MEDICAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| KIELPINSKI, TIMOTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Catalina Island Health's rating?
Catalina Island Health has 3 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 Catalina Island Health receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Catalina Island Health 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 Catalina Island Health?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Catalina Island Health and how do I contact it?
Catalina Island Health is at 100 Falls Canyon Rd, Avalon, CA 90704. Phone: (310) 510-0700.
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.