Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise exceptional physical and occupational therapy team. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 81 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its physical therapy and clean, private room accommodations, making it a strong candidate for rehab. However, families should be aware of recurring reports regarding weekend staffing; we recommend asking specifically about nurse-to-patient ratios during off-hours and how the facility ensures timely response to call buttons.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
81 reviews on Google“Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the facility for its clean, private rooms and exceptional physical therapy team. However, a significant number of reviewers report serious concerns regarding understaffing, particularly on weekends, and instances of neglect or poor communication from nursing staff. Prospective families should weigh the strong clinical rehab outcomes against the recurring reports of inconsistent care quality.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Exceptional physical and occupational therapy team
- Clean, well-maintained facility with private rooms
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff (cited by many)
- Strong administrative responsiveness
Concerns
- Understaffing, especially on weekends (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
- Slow response times for call buttons/toileting assistance (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Inconsistent quality of care between units (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 82 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about your physical and occupational therapy teams; how would you describe the personalized rehab plan for a new resident?
- 2With the facility being so well-maintained and clean, what specific cleaning schedules are in place for the private rooms?
- 3How do you ensure that call button response times remain quick and consistent for residents, especially during the weekend shifts?
- 4Since we noticed the administration is very responsive to feedback, what is the best way for our family to communicate any concerns or updates to the leadership team?
- 5How do you manage staffing levels on the weekends to ensure that nursing care remains just as attentive as it is during the week?
- 6Can you tell us more about the daily activities and social programs available to help residents stay engaged with one another?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The physical therapists are superb!!!”
“All residents have single private rooms with bathrooms, which is significant. For my mother, it's meant that she's comfortable in her own space and in her day-to-day life there.”
“The staff respond quickly if I have a question or if anything needs to be adjusted. In essence, staff here does their job well. They create and maintain a sense of calmness”
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 with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)
Residents vaccinated for the flu
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
This facility shows a concerning pattern of recurring deficiencies in resident rights and quality of care, with families filing complaints that triggered inspections in 2023 and 2024. The most frequent issues involve respecting residents' dignity and self-determination, providing appropriate treatment according to resident preferences, and infection control problems. While all deficiencies were reportedly corrected, the persistence of similar violations across multiple surveys suggests ongoing challenges with fundamental care standards.
Sep 9, 2024Routine4
Egress Deficiencies
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Sep 9, 2024Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Oct 2, 2023Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Oct 18, 2021Routine6
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
May 24, 2019Routine5
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Daughters of Sarah Nursing Center
nonprofit
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
Contact
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References & Resources
Medicare Care Compare
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Google Reviews
81 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
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