Hospital & Medical Services

The Seneca Healthcare District Hospital is a California Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic that hosts a 10-bed acute floor, 2-bed emergency room, out-patient surgery, laboratory, imaging department, wound care services, and a 16-bed distinct part skilled nursing facility.

​The Lake Almanor Clinic, hosts four private physician offices, a walk-in clinic, a specialty clinic and Telehealth services. Call the Lake Almanor Clinic for any questions 1(833)227-3743.

The Emergency Room at Seneca Hospital is open 24/7, located at 130 Brentwood Drive, Chester Ca 96020.

Seneca Health Care District offers 24-hour emergency services and has a licensed physician who is always on duty when you need them. Gentle, excellent healthcare will be given to you, your family members, friends or loved ones should a visit to our emergency room become necessary no matter what time of day or night.

Orthopedics - Dr. Bill P. Watson, MD

General Surgery - Dr. Steen Jensen, MD

Nutritional Consultations Available

For information call: 1(833) 227-3743

At Seneca Healthcare District, we offer our skilled nursing residents a loving, caring family like living lifestyle like no other. Bringing you a supportive, engaging community environment, Seneca Healthcare District strives to achieve a balanced environment including activities, connection, and comfort to promote optimal health for our residents.

The Lake Almanor Clinic offers services through the use of Telemedicine. Telemedicine allows the clinic to expand their scope of practices to offer services via video conferencing with specialized physicians allowing the patient the convenience of not having to travel outside of the community. Please call our office for more information 1(833) 227-3743.

The Seneca Healthcare Foundation was created to support Seneca Healthcare District (SHD) by raising funds for the goals and mission of SHD. Seneca Healthcare Foundation’s mission is to provide community members and visitors with outstanding healthcare services and quality care through dedicated and compassionate staff, providers, and innovative technology. Our commitment to the communities around us is to create an atmosphere that promotes inclusivity, and health equity.

Seneca Hospital Auxiliary is a community organization that supports the hospital in all avenues. The Auxiliary also makes generous contributions to the hospital for the purchase of newer equipment. The Seneca Hospital Auxiliary provides care and comfort to patients and assists Seneca Healthcare District in promoting the health and welfare of the community.

Almanor Physical Therapy is a private outpatient orthopedic practice that was started by Steven Brown, DPT in July of 1999. The office is located on the grounds of the Seneca Healthcare District Campus. 

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 6:00pm, Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm