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THE SEQUOIAS

Grade A 94/100 composite score

Non profit - Corporation

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
5/5
Health Insp.
5/5
Quality
5/5
Staffing
5/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

43

Ownership

Non profit - Corporation

Total Fines

$12,703

Last Survey

N/A

501 PORTOLA ROAD, PORTOLA VALLEY, CA 94028
6508511501

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.86h
LPN
1.59h
CNA
3.24h
Total
5.69h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

SEQUOIA LIVING INC

Organization5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jan 1967

100%

MCVEY, SARAH

Individual5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Sep 2019

CHEN, CAN

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Oct 2017

MCVEY, SARAH

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Sep 2019

AGOSTINO, VALERIE

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Dec 2020

CORRIEA, RICHARD

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2021

HERMAN, STEVEN

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 2017

HOWIE, CARL

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2011

ITO, HOLLY

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Oct 2022

JAMISON, DAVID

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jun 2014

LIM, MARIANNE

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jul 2020

LYNN, PATRICIA

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Apr 2020

MAYEDA, NANCY

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 2016

SANDERSON, CORY

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2024

SPAULDING, DIANNE

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2014

SUEY, MARILYN

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2023

MCVEY, SARAH

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Sep 2019

SHOEMAKE, CHARLES

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Aug 2020

ATWOOD, MARTHA

IndividualW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEESince Jan 1994

WASLEY-FAIRLEY, SUZANNE

IndividualW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEESince Aug 2022

Penalties & Fines (1)

$12,703total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
Oct 30, 2023Fine$12,703

Health Inspection Deficiencies (20)

August 7, 2025Health5 deficiencies
0582DMinimal harm, Isolated

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2025
0657DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2025
0755DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2025
0812EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2025
0881DMinimal harm, Isolated

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 29, 2025
May 24, 2024Health9 deficiencies
0726DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0584DMinimal harm, Isolated

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0640DMinimal harm, Isolated

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0641DMinimal harm, Isolated

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0758DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0761DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0812FMinimal harm, Widespread

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

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
0851DMinimal harm, Isolated

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Jul 1, 2024
December 30, 2021Health6 deficiencies
0655EMinimal harm, Pattern

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 27, 2022
0658EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 27, 2022
0692DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 27, 2022
0761DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Corrected Jan 27, 2022
0814EMinimal harm, Pattern

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 27, 2022
0880EMinimal harm, Pattern

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 27, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for THE SEQUOIAS?

THE SEQUOIAS in PORTOLA VALLEY, California has a CareGrader grade of A (Excellent), with a composite score of 93.5 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for THE SEQUOIAS?

THE SEQUOIAS has an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 5/5, and a staffing rating of 5/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does THE SEQUOIAS have?

THE SEQUOIAS has 20 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has THE SEQUOIAS been fined?

Yes. THE SEQUOIAS has $12,703 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 1 penalty.

How many beds does THE SEQUOIAS have?

THE SEQUOIAS has 43 certified beds with approximately 31 current residents (72% occupancy). The facility is located at 501 PORTOLA ROAD, PORTOLA VALLEY, California 94028. It is a non profit - corporation facility.

Data Disclaimer

Inspection data, staffing levels, and star ratings are sourced from CMS Medicare Nursing Home Compare and are largely self-reported by facilities. A 2019 GAO study found that 43% of facilities under-reported falls. CareGrader provides this data for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare. Always visit facilities in person before making a decision.