San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

San Joaquin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center sits on San Dimas Street in Bakersfield, providing both short-term rehab and long-term nursing care in a modern, single-story building. The center holds up to 99 residents and has 59 private rooms along with semi-private options, all set up to feel safe and homey, with wheelchair accessibility and safety features like handrails and sprinkler systems. You'll see open courtyards for fresh air, soft-seating rooms for quiet time, and a big rehab gym with equipment for recovery after surgery or illness, all under the watch of licensed nurses and therapists who're there 24/7. The staff helps with everything, from bathing and dressing to laundry, housekeeping, and daily meals, which can include kosher and vegetarian choices. Residents get support with medication and help from personal care assistants, and those who need it can use memory care, assisted living, or skilled nursing services. If someone needs high level medical care, wound care, or support after a hospital stay, the staff works closely on personalized care plans, and a team helps with navigating insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid, plus planning for what comes after leaving the center. The activity department fills the days with crafts, trivia, outdoor chats, and games, while community transportation makes getting around easier. WiFi, cable TV, phone, washers, dryers, and room maintenance come included, and there's a game room, salon, barbershop, and fitness center for all residents. Families can send eCards to residents to keep in touch, and staff keeps everyone updated about activities and care, with licensed nurses always nearby. Private and semi-private rooms run at monthly rates between $9,155 and $11,711. San Joaquin is known for friendly and helpful staff, strong health inspection scores, and above-average staffing, all aimed at making sure residents feel safe, stay healthy, and find some home comfort while living there.