Raksha 6
Verified1133 Garfield Avenue, Albany, CA 94706
Assisted Living
0.0(0 reviews)
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
Often covered
by Medicare / insurance
About SHIELDS NURSING CENTER
SHIELDS NURSING CENTER in El Cerrito, California provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Our caring team focuses on restoring independence and supporting each person's path back to health with personalized medical care and therapeutic services.
Community at a glance
Capacity
45 residents
Overall rating
4.0 / 5.0
Location
EL CERRITO, CA
Status
Verified community
Care & services offered
Skilled Nursing
Contact & location
3230 CARLSON BOULEVARD, EL CERRITO, California 94530
Senior living near EL CERRITO
Raksha 4 Care Home
Verified616 Stannage Avenue, Albany, CA 94706
Assisted Living
0.0(0 reviews)
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
Often covered
by Medicare / insurance
Wagaya Assisted Living
Verified905 Elm Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Assisted Living
0.0(0 reviews)
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
Often covered
by Medicare / insurance
Skilled Nursing — frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover skilled nursing?+
Medicare covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing per benefit period after a qualifying 3-day hospital stay — fully for the first 20 days, then with a daily copay. Long-term custodial stays are generally not covered.
How much does a nursing home cost?+
A semi-private room averages about $7,900 per month nationally; private rooms cost more. Medicaid is the largest payer for long-term nursing home care.
What is the CMS star rating?+
Medicare rates nursing homes 1–5 stars on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. We show these ratings so you can compare quality at a glance.