Country Meadows
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise clean, well-maintained environment. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 18 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
While some families report a clean environment and successful rehab outcomes, the recent, severe allegations of resident abuse and neglect are deeply concerning. We strongly recommend that you visit the facility unannounced during evening or weekend hours to observe staff response times and interaction quality firsthand before making a decision.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
18 reviews on Google“Country Meadows presents a deeply polarized experience for families, with some praising the facility as clean and supportive while others report severe neglect and mistreatment. Critical concerns center on inconsistent staffing, poor response times to call lights, and allegations of physical and verbal abuse toward residents. Families considering this facility should be aware of the significant gap between the positive experiences of some residents and the distressing reports of neglect from others.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean, well-maintained environment
- Effective rehabilitation therapy
- Friendly and supportive staff (reported by some)
Concerns
- Neglect and slow response to resident needs (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Rude or dismissive staff behavior (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Understaffing or staff preoccupation with non-work activities (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 19 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given your high CMS health inspection rating, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure that level of care and cleanliness is maintained consistently throughout the day?
- 2I noticed some feedback regarding communication and staff responsiveness; could you walk me through the process for how a resident alerts staff when they need assistance, and how you ensure those requests are prioritized?
- 3With a capacity of 72 residents, how do you foster a sense of community and ensure that staff members have enough time to provide personalized, attentive care to each individual?
- 4What is your facility's policy for keeping families informed about their loved one's daily well-being and any changes in their health status?
- 5Could you describe the daily activity schedule and how you encourage residents to participate in social engagement, especially for those who might be more reserved?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your immediate response protocol, and how do you ensure that family members are notified promptly?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff, including the administrator, nurses, CMTs, CNAs housekeeping, cooks, and all the therapists are excellent! It's very clean and smells great!”
“My grandfather has been in there one day and they left him in his urine from 7pm to 5am. Whoever works during that time needs a new job.”
“DO NOT PUT YOUR LOVED ONES HERE, i watched them physically discipline my great grandmother by SPANKING HER and they called her a fat pig when she requested another pudding cup.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Country Meadows shows a pattern of recurring deficiencies in resident assessment and care planning, appearing in three of four surveys, indicating ongoing challenges in ensuring residents receive accurate assessments and quality care standards. The facility also has persistent safety issues including fire exits, sprinkler systems, and electrical safety. While all violations have been corrected, families have filed complaints that triggered inspections, including recent concerns about care quality standards.
Nov 12, 2025Complaint1
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Jul 25, 2025Routine4
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
May 23, 2024Routine4
Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
May 23, 2024Complaint1
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Dec 16, 2022Routine4
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Administration Deficiencies
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Country Meadows
for profit
Chain Affiliation
James & Judy Lincoln
56 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.5/5 · Rank 2 of 56 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Lincoln, James
Owner
Lincoln, Judy
Owner
Key personnel
Contact
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References & Resources
Medicare Care Compare
Official Medicare quality ratings, inspections & staffing data
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Google Reviews
18 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
Visit visitcountrymeadows.com
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