nursing home in Templeton, CA
Vineyard Hills Health Center
290 Heather Court, Templeton, CA 93465 · (805) 434-3035
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Vineyard Hills Health Center at a glance
Vineyard Hills Health Center is a 99-bed for-profit nursing home in Templeton, California (San Luis Obispo County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 27, 2025) found 6 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.1% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 99
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Compass Health, INC.
- Medicare-certified since
- April 28, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555220
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4.89 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.29 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.30 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.17 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.1% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 20% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 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 | 99 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 92 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.8% | 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) | 1.5% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.6% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 15% | 12% | 15.4% | Average |
| 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.8% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.4% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.4% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.6% | 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) | 38.9% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 11.3% | 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) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 27, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 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 July 27, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 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 27, 2025 |
| June 27, 2025 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 27, 2025 |
| June 27, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 27, 2025 |
| June 6, 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 June 20, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2024 |
| June 6, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 7, 2024 |
| June 6, 2024 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 7, 2024 |
| December 13, 2023 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2023 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 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 July 14, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 14, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 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 July 10, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 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 July 10, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 10, 2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE WILLIAM G. AND NANCY L. GERRISH FAMILY TRUST Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 08/25/2021 |
| MARK AND PATRICIA WOOLPERT LIVING TRUST Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 47% | 08/25/2021 |
| ALEXANDER, LACEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/09/2008 |
| COASTAL LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1996 |
| COMPASS HEALTH INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2021 |
| COMPASS HOLDINGS INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1996 |
| GERRISH, NANCY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| GERRISH, WILLIAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| GOSSELIN, DEAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2019 |
| HAMILTON, AMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/18/2005 |
| HODGE, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| MCMULLEN, JUANITA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| MOYA, MARIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/22/2010 |
| PARZYCH, KEVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/20/2025 |
| SMITH, DARREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/31/2019 |
| WOOLPERT, MARCY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2021 |
| WOOLPERT, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| WOOLPERT, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| WOOLPERT, PATRICK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2019 |
| SMITH, DARREN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2019 |
| HODGE, TIMOTHY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2011 |
| MOYA, MARIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/22/2010 |
| SMITH, DARREN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/26/2008 |
| WOOLPERT, PATRICK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/14/2019 |
| COASTAL LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1996 |
| COMPASS HEALTH INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/1996 |
| ALEXANDER, SCOTT Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| BERNING, TERESA Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| CARDER, HAROLD Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| CLAYTON, JEFF Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| DORIA, JACK Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| LOCHRIDGE, VALLETTA Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| PACHTER, SANDRA Individual | general partnership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| COMPASS HOLDINGS INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| GERRISH, NANCY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| GERRISH, WILLIAM Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| HAMILTON, AMY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| HODGE, TIMOTHY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| JUANITA D. MCMULLEN LIVING TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
| MCMULLEN, JUANITA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/25/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vineyard Hills Health Center's rating?
Vineyard Hills Health Center has 5 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 Vineyard Hills Health Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vineyard Hills Health 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 Vineyard Hills Health Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Compass Health, INC.. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vineyard Hills Health Center and how do I contact it?
Vineyard Hills Health Center is at 290 Heather Court, Templeton, CA 93465. Phone: (805) 434-3035.
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.