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Bethel Lutheran Home

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

2280 Dockery Avenue, Selma, CA 9366259 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.2/5

based on 49 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)

Below average in CA · No penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility is a strong candidate for rehabilitation and general long-term care due to its clean environment and attentive nursing staff. However, if your loved one requires specialized memory care or has complex medical needs, you should conduct an in-person interview to verify their training, as some families have reported inadequate support for dementia patients.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

49 reviews on Google
Families often praise the facility for its compassionate nursing staff and its ability to make residents feel at home rather than just being cared for. While many reviewers highlight the cleanliness and excellent rehab services, there are serious allegations regarding financial integrity and specific instances of unprofessional behavior from certain staff members.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food3.0Staff8.0Clean9.0ActivitiesN/AMeds5.0Memory2.0Comms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Clean and well-maintained environment
  • Excellent rehabilitation and therapy services
  • Strong sense of community and family-oriented care

Concerns

  • Allegations of theft and financial misconduct
  • Unprofessional attitude from certain staff/maintenance (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inadequate training for memory care/dementia needs (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Issues with billing and refund delays

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

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Distribution · 51 analyzed

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4
8
3
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2
1
5

How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the compassion of your nursing staff; how do you ensure that this level of attentive care is maintained across all shifts?
  • 2What specific training and specialized support do your team members receive to assist residents with memory care and dementia needs?
  • 3Could you tell us more about the dining experience and how the menu is planned to ensure residents enjoy their meals?
  • 4In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the protocol for ensuring a resident receives immediate care?
  • 5What kind of daily activities or community events are available to help residents stay engaged and connected with one another?
  • 6How does the facility manage administrative processes, such as billing and refunds, to ensure everything remains clear and timely for families?

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Key Review Excerpts

We have had such a positive experience there and know our family is cared about, not just being cared for.

Long-term resident's family · 2026★★★★★

The rehab was awesome as was my everyday care from staff. Not only did they take good care of me but I observed how they treated all patients with patience and wondeful care..

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★

This facility is kept very clean the first facility I have been to that does not smell like urine, but it smells clean when you can walk in.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★
Source: 49 Google reviews

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
2/ 5
Better Than Avg

10

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.6%
Better than Avg
Here
0.6%
US
12.1%
CA
7.0%
Fresno
5.3%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.6%
Better than Avg
Here
4.6%
US
15.4%
CA
11.6%
Fresno
9.3%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.3%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Fresno
12.0%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility18.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
18.9%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Fresno
12.2%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.0%
Better than Avg
Here
12.0%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Fresno
16.2%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Fresno
98.4%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.3%
Better than Avg
Here
96.3%
US
79.7%
CA
93.2%
Fresno
93.6%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility96.0%
Better than Avg
Here
96.0%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Fresno
94.1%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility2.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
2.3%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Fresno
0.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

12deficiencies
Near state avg (15.4)
5 complaint-triggered

This facility has significant ongoing issues, particularly with fire safety and food service, despite all deficiencies being reportedly corrected. Across five surveys, the facility repeatedly violated requirements for fire alarm systems, sprinkler maintenance, food safety, and medication management. Families filed at least five complaint-triggered reports concerning resident rights and staff training. The pattern shows persistent problems with basic safety systems and care standards that continue to resurface even after corrections.

Dec 5, 2025Routine
17
0880Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0041Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0803Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0947Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.

0211Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0781Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

0912Minimal · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

Aug 22, 2025Complaint
2
0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Nov 15, 2024Complaint
3
0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0940Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.

0942Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that staff members are educated on resident rights and facility responsibilities to properly care for its residents.

Oct 28, 2024Routine
22
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0131Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.

0342Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0583Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0658Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0761Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0804Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0908Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0803Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0293Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0919Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0929Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

0912Minimal · Widespread

Environmental Deficiencies

Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

0015Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

Dec 1, 2023Routine
25
0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0759Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

0842Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0567Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

0585Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

0814Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0030Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

0031Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0341Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

0345Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0346Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

0354Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0919Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0912Minimal · Widespread

Environmental Deficiencies

Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Bethel Lutheran Home

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Jacobsen, LaurelOfficer / DirectorSafreno, DanielOfficer / DirectorSchauland, DonnaOfficer / DirectorSteck, EdwardOfficer / DirectorWadewitz, BettyOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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