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Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab at Reading

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

21 Fairlane Road, Reading, PA 19606124 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.7/5

based on 73 Google reviews

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Quality Concerns Identified

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

Above average in PA · Below recommended RN staffing · Chain outperformer · No penalties on record

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility shows a concerning trend of inconsistent care, with recent reports highlighting severe issues regarding hygiene and basic patient neglect. While some families report positive rehab experiences, we strongly advise conducting an unannounced visit and speaking directly with current residents' families before making a decision.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

73 reviews on Google
Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab receives highly polarized feedback, with some families praising the facility for compassionate care and effective communication, while others report severe neglect and unsanitary conditions. Critical reviews frequently cite issues with hygiene, inadequate staffing, and poor responsiveness to basic patient needs, while positive reviews often highlight specific staff members and successful rehab outcomes. Families should be aware of the significant inconsistency in the quality of care reported across different stays.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food2.0Staff5.0Clean2.0Activities7.0Meds2.0MemoryN/AComms5.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and dedicated nursing staff
  • Effective and responsive management team
  • Well-organized rehabilitation therapy services
  • Proactive communication with family members

Concerns

  • Poor facility hygiene and cleanliness (urine smells, dirty rooms) (mentioned by 10 reviewers)
  • Inadequate staffing leading to slow response times (mentioned by 8 reviewers)
  • Neglect of basic patient needs (hygiene, soiled diapers, feeding) (mentioned by 7 reviewers)
  • Poor quality and unappealing food (mentioned by 4 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

234'17(1)'19(6)'21(5)'23(14)'25(21)'26(5)

Distribution · 75 analyzed

5
47
4
2
3
0
2
1
1
25

How They Respond to Reviews

100%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to online feedback; how do you use that family input to improve the daily experience for residents?
  • 2Could you walk me through your current housekeeping schedule and how you ensure rooms remain clean and odor-free throughout the day?
  • 3With the current staffing levels, what is your process for ensuring that residents receive timely assistance with basic hygiene and personal care needs?
  • 4I see that rehabilitation services are a strength here; how do you integrate those therapy goals into the resident's daily routine and meal plans?
  • 5What steps are you taking to improve the variety and quality of the dining experience to ensure residents are getting the nutrition they enjoy?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your protocol for notifying family members and ensuring the resident receives immediate care?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

My sister was there and she was treated with dignity and respect ,during her final days the staff and management team were exceptional!

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

My mother received horrible care at this facility!! All those 5 stars are fake reviews !! No one would truly recommend this place at all that has had family in this facility.

Long-term resident's family · 2025☆☆☆☆

If the care givers at Fairlane had not been on top of their game I am sure my wife would not of made it. My experience with Fairlane & their staff has been nothing short of fabulous.

Long-term resident's family · 2021★★★★★
Source: 73 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.44hrs
59%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
2.54hrs
62%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
42%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
47%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both 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

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

6

measures

Worse Than Avg

8

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.4%
Better than Avg
Here
7.4%
US
12.1%
PA
8.3%
Berks
19.3%

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

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility83.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
83.8%
US
93.4%
PA
87.1%
Berks
89.9%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility11.2%
Better than Avg
Here
11.2%
US
14.4%
PA
17.5%
Berks
20.6%
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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.6%
Better than Avg
Here
14.6%
US
15.3%
PA
18.4%
Berks
21.2%
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility25.1%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
25.1%
US
19.4%
PA
26.0%
Berks
26.0%
🩹

Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.6%
Better than Avg
Here
1.6%
US
4.9%
PA
5.1%
Berks
3.6%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility29.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
29.4%
US
81.8%
PA
69.2%
Berks
71.9%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility60.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
60.2%
US
79.8%
PA
68.7%
Berks
66.3%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.3%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
1.3%
US
1.6%
PA
1.4%
Berks
0.8%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

7deficiencies
1penalties
Near state avg (10.1)
4 complaint-triggered

This facility has recurring issues with maintaining a safe, comfortable environment, appearing in both complaint-driven and routine inspections, plus repeated problems with resident assessments and mobility care across multiple surveys. Families have filed complaints about environmental conditions and dietary accommodations for allergies and preferences. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated violations in environmental safety and care planning suggests ongoing operational challenges that warrant careful consideration during your visit.

Mar 24, 2026Complaint
2
0689Immediate jeopardy · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

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.

Dec 10, 2025Complaint
1
0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

Aug 14, 2025Routine
4
0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0684Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0688Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Apr 5, 2025Complaint
1
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.

Jul 12, 2024Routine
6
0688Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

0689Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0685Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

0810Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Mar 24, 2026

$156,310

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab at Reading

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Lme Family Holdings

Chain Size

15 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.2/5 · Rank 4 of 15

Ownership & Management

Owners

Underscore Holdings LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Samara Holdings Company LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

32%

Strawberry Hill Holdings LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

32%

Sebbag, Gabriel

Owner (parent company)

5%

Key personnel

Clinical Consulting Services LLCManagerPriority Care Group LLCManagerSummation Financial Services LLCManagerPearlstein, RobertManagerRobinson, JacquelynManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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