Nursing home · Portola Valley, CA
The Sequoias
501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028 · (650) 851-1501
The Sequoias is a 43-bed nonprofit nursing home in Portola Valley, California (San Mateo County). It has been certified to provide Medicare services since 1967. On average it cares for 33 residents a day (about 77% of its certified beds). It is part of a continuing care retirement community. CMS gives it an overall rating of 5 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 | 4.13 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.60 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 2.53 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 100% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 100% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | – | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | August 7, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 5 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $12,703 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Sequoia Living INC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of The Sequoias?
CMS rates The Sequoias 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does The Sequoias have?
43 certified beds, with an average of 33 residents a day.
Does The Sequoias accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for The Sequoias?
(650) 851-1501. Address: 501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028.
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).