We are proud to accept private pay, Medicare, Medi-Cal, and a wide range of insurances and HMOs. No matter what type of insurance you have, our insurance experts will take time to help you understand your plan benefits.

Yes. At Kern River Transitional Care, your successful recovery and quick return home is our top priority. We provide a unique personalized experience whether you’re suffering from an illness or recovering from a major medical event. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy is conducted under the guidance of licensed experts and is available seven days a week.

At Kern River Transitional Care, we believe that family and friends play a critical role in our residents’ emotional and physical well-being. Contact us directly for the most current, detailed information regarding available visitation options.

Doctors typically visit within 24 to 72 hours of admission. Your nurse will communicate any medical concerns with your doctor before and after they see you.

Most patients, depending on their condition and when they are admitted, will start rehab within 24 hours of admission and will receive therapy up to five times per week.

Each case is different and unique. Patient progress is reviewed weekly by our Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) of nurses, therapists, and dietitians. Our main goal is that you reach your highest level of independence.

We offer daily activities for a wide variety of interests. For your convenience, there is an activity calendar posted in your room. Please contact the Activities Director for additional information.

At Kern River Transitional Care, we are proud to offer a full-service dining program with diets designed by our full-time, in-house Registered Dietician.

No, you do not need to provide medications unless specifically told to do so. Upon admission, we will order your medications using our off-site pharmacy then securely store them on-site to ensure safety.

We encourage you to bring a pair of comfortable shoes and at least four days of comfortable clothing including pajamas and undergarments.

Yes! We encourage you to bring personal items such as family photos, blankets, and decorative items. Anything that will help make your stay more comfortable.

Our team is highly trained and experienced in caring for high-acuity patients and infectious diseases like COVID-19. Our dedicated infection prevention nurse helps ensure we follow current infection prevention guidelines and best practices. This includes educating all staff about the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as N95 masks, surgical masks, gloves, and gowns and when to use COVID-19 protocols required by local department of public health and/or the CDC.