Skilled Nursing
SAM B. WEST HEALTH CARE CENTER
Many would be completely surprised to discover how vibrant and happy folks can be when surrounded by smiling, caring supporters; sunny, clean accommodations; opportunities for fun and fellowship; and the best of care.

Atherton’s health care center is located on-site in our community. Residents stay near friends and family, whether they need short-term rehab, respite care, ongoing long-term care, or palliative care. Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, CA, as well as Pasadena City College, have designated Atherton as a teaching site where nursing students can do their geriatric rotation. We love the energy these fresh students bring to our residents; and they love the experience they receive by working alongside our competent team of licensed nurses, activity and rehab professionals, and certified nursing assistants.
Atherton is proud of the quality of care we provide in our health care center. By all measures we are an outstanding example of life-affirming, excellent care. We are licensed and regulated by the California Department of Public Health.
A Community Of Caring

Full List of Skilled Nursing Services
- Three delicious meals with entrée selection and table service enhance social interaction in our quaint dining rooms, or meals can be provided in-room if needed.
- Full-time Registered Dietician
- Special diets accommodated
- Dining assistance
- Nutritious snacks
- Initial assessment and an individualized interdisciplinary care plan
- Extended digital cable television (160 channels)
- Telephone with local service
- Daily housekeeping, including bed making
- Individual climate control
- Laundering of towels and bed linens as needed
- Spa-like bathing amenities
- A nurse call system
- IV therapy
- Diabetes management
- Pain management
- Rehabilitative therapies, including physical, occupational and speech
- Pharmaceutical services
- Wheelchair-accessible transportation
- Feeding tubes, oxygen, and wound care
- Group and individual activities tailored to resident needs and preferences
- Structured programs designed for skilled nursing residents by our professional staff
- Medicare-certified
- Assistance with daily living activities including bathing, oral care, grooming, dressing, and eating as needed
- Hydration and nutrition monitoring program
- Medical orders and treatment plans carried out by licensed nurses
- Medication administration and monitoring
- Coordination for hospice care
- Discharge planning and case management including communication with the resident’s doctor(s) and family, and coordination of services needed
Comprehensive Care
Atherton enjoys a vital partnership with Therapy Specialists to provide the best in Rehab Services. Leila Olsen directs the program
For questions about our Rehab services or Therapy Specialists, email Leila at: abhrehab@therpayspecialists.net
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