Grass Valley, CA

Wolf Creek Care Center

4-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 9 recent health deficiencies with 8 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

107 Catherine Lane, Grass Valley, CA

(530) 273-4447

Compare this facility

Overall

4 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

59

Certified beds

Average residents

52

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Pacs Group

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1967-01-01

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.47

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

1.05

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.31

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.54

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

0%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

42%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.9
2.3
1.4 pts better
1.9
1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 0.7
1.6
0.9 pts better
1.8
1.1 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
98.5%
1.5 pts better
93.4%
6.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
98.2%
1.8 pts better
95.5%
4.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.5%
1.6%
0.9 pts worse
3.3%
0.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 3.8%
6.8%
3 pts better
11.4%
7.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.7%
4.1%
3.4 pts better
5.4%
4.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 7.8%
13.7%
5.9 pts better
19.6%
11.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 13.6%
14.2%
0.6 pts better
16.7%
3.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.4%
0.4 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 11.0%
11.0%
About the same
16.3%
5.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 3.8%
10.7%
6.9 pts better
14.9%
11.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
1.0%
1 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.0%
1.2%
1.2 pts better
1.7%
1.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 8.0%
10.9%
2.9 pts better
19.8%
11.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 6.2%
4.7%
1.5 pts worse
5.1%
1.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.8%
94.0%
5.8 pts better
81.7%
18.1 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 18.9%
11.2%
7.7 pts worse
12.0%
6.9 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.6%
1.5%
0.1 pts worse
1.6%
About the same
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.0%
93.2%
3.8 pts better
79.7%
17.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 22.2%
23.2%
1 pts better
23.9%
1.7 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-05-22 · Fire 2025-05-22

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

8 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2022-11-08 · Fire 2022-11-08

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (3 deficiencies)

9 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2019-11-07 · Fire 2019-11-07

10 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Rights (3 deficiencies)

5 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2025-07-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

K347 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

Corrected 2025-05-30

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-06-25

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-06-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-06-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2025-06-02

C · Minimal harm 2025-05-22

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2025-05-29

C · Minimal harm 2025-05-22

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2025-06-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2022-12-13

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

Corrected 2020-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2020-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2020-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2020-01-21

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2020-01-21

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2026-01-28

F887 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Corrected 2026-02-18

G · Actual harm 2025-12-08

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-12-22

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-12-08

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2025-12-22

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Corrected 2025-06-11

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2025-06-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-06-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2025-06-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Corrected 2025-06-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-22

F697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2025-06-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-12-28

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-01-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-10-12

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2023-10-31

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-02

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-05-12

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-03-30

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2023-04-21

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-01-04

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-01-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2023-01-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-01-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F744 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.

Corrected 2023-01-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2023-01-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2023-01-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-11-08

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2023-01-04

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2019-12-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2019-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

F559 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Corrected 2019-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

F560 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Protect a residents' right to refuse some types of non-requested transfers within the nursing home.

Corrected 2019-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2019-12-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2019-11-07

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2019-12-27

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Providence Group Nh, LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 168 facilities 2023-06-30
Apt, Frederick

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 252 facilities 2024-01-01
Hancock, Mark

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 253 facilities 2024-04-15
Hancock, Mark

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 253 facilities 2024-01-01
Jergensen, Joshua

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 237 facilities 2024-01-01
Merrill, Daenen

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2023-06-19
Mitchell, John

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 254 facilities 2024-01-01
Murray, Jason

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 250 facilities 2024-04-15
Pacs Group, Inc.

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 239 facilities 2023-06-30
Pacs Holdings, LLC

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 238 facilities 2023-06-30
Pritchett, Jon

Contracted Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2017-03-17

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