Western Slope Health Center

Nestled in the charming Gold Country foothills of Placerville, California, Western Slope Health Center provides compassionate, expert-level skilled nursing care for individuals who require around-the-clock medical support and rehabilitation services. Located at 3280 Washington Street, the center is ideally situated in El Dorado County, offering residents and their families the comfort of a tight-knit community with convenient access to exceptional medical resources and local amenities. Placerville — affectionately nicknamed "Old Hangtown" — is a historic Gold Rush town with a warm small-city character that many seniors find deeply appealing. The area's mild four-season climate, tree-lined neighborhoods, and proximity to the breathtaking El Dorado National Forest make it a peaceful and enriching place to receive care. Families visiting loved ones at Western Slope often enjoy strolling the boutique shops and cafés along historic Main Street, exploring Hangtown's Gold Bug Park & Mine — a living piece of California history — or picking up fresh produce from nearby apple orchards and farm stands along the Apple Hill corridor. For medical coordination and specialist referrals, Marshall Medical Center is located just minutes from the facility, providing families with confidence that acute care is always close at hand. The proximity to Highway 50 also makes the center easily accessible from Sacramento, South Lake Tahoe, and surrounding communities throughout the Sierra Nevada foothills. Western Slope Health Center is managed by Pacs Group, a recognized leader in post-acute and long-term care across California. Pacs Group's philosophy centers on person-centered care — combining clinical excellence with genuine human connection. Their team of licensed nurses, therapists, and care coordinators work collaboratively to design individualized care plans that support each resident's health goals, comfort, and dignity. Whether a loved one is recovering from surgery, managing a complex chronic condition, or transitioning from a hospital stay, Western Slope Health Center provides the skilled, attentive care and warm community atmosphere that families in the greater Placerville region deserve.