Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
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This facility has areas of concern that warrant careful consideration. Registered Nurse hours are 56% of the EveryPlace reference benchmark; ask how RN coverage is allocated across shifts. The latest standard survey recorded 36 findings, above the CA average of 15.4. We recommend asking the administrator directly: "How are you addressing recent staffing shortfalls?" These are not reasons to panic, but they are reasons to ask tough questions and visit in person.
Families can expect highly compassionate and dedicated nursing staff, with several reviewers specifically praising the leadership and nurse managers for their kindness and professionalism. While the facility is frequently noted for its cleanliness and engaging activities, there is a critical historical concern regarding communication regarding resident passing and past issues with sanitation.
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Distribution · 33 analyzed
The owner uses highly templated, repetitive responses that often include boilerplate marketing language about being 'new owners' or 'committed to excellence.' While they personalize the greeting with the reviewer's name, the body of the responses frequently relies on pre-written paragraphs that do not specifically address the unique details of each review.
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff and administration is the best part of Colonial Gardens there is something money cannot buy, and that is dedication love concern for the patient and kindness”
“Alvin, the nurse manager in charge, was extremely kind and helpful. He treated Frank with dignity and respect and helped me and the rest of our family in this time of grief.”
“These nurses at this nursing home saved my dad’s life. When had a stroke they were quick to act and got him to medical help as quick as possible.”
RN hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
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Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
Colonial Gardens Nursing Home shows concerning patterns with families filing multiple complaints leading to 39 deficiencies across 23 surveys. The facility repeatedly struggles with care planning, medication management, and accident prevention - with safety hazards and inadequate supervision appearing in complaint investigations as recently as 2024. While the provider states corrections are made, the persistent recurrence of similar issues across multiple years, particularly in resident safety and pharmacy services, suggests ongoing systemic problems that warrant careful consideration before placement.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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.
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.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Aug 5, 2024
$36,700
Colonial Gardens Nursing Home
for profit
Owners
Ahm Trust
Owner · Organization
Lehmann, Kenneth
Owner
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