Nursing home · Sonora, CA
Golden Sonora Care Center
19929 Greenley Road, Sonora, CA 95370 · (209) 533-2500
Golden Sonora Care Center is a 210-bed for-profit nursing home in Sonora, California (Tuolumne County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1999. On average it cares for 188 residents a day (about 90% of its certified beds). It is part of Golden SNF Operations, a group of 6 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 1 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 | 4.08 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.30 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.87 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 52% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 53% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | August 7, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 29 above the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 8 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $56,843 |
| Medicare payment denials | 1 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Sonora SNF Operations LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Assisted living nearby
- Skyline Place Senior LivingSonora · 0.6 mi · 135 residents
- Foothill Village Senior LivingAngels Camp · 11.2 mi · 78 residents
Common questions
What is the star rating of Golden Sonora Care Center?
CMS rates Golden Sonora Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 1 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Golden Sonora Care Center have?
210 certified beds, with an average of 188 residents a day.
Does Golden Sonora Care 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 Golden Sonora Care Center?
(209) 533-2500. Address: 19929 Greenley Road, Sonora, CA 95370.
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).