Nursing home · Downey, CA
Downey Community Health Center
8425 Iowa Street, Downey, CA 90241 · (562) 862-6506
Downey Community Health Center is a 198-bed for-profit nursing home in Downey, California (Los Angeles County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1980. On average it cares for 169 residents a day (about 85% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.84 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.52 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.32 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 28% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 38% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | July 2, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 9 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 1 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Partnership. Legal business name: Wdw Joint Venture. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Assisted living nearby
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Downey Community Health Center?
CMS rates Downey Community Health Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Downey Community Health Center have?
198 certified beds, with an average of 169 residents a day.
Does Downey Community Health Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Downey Community Health Center?
(562) 862-6506. Address: 8425 Iowa Street, Downey, CA 90241.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).