Garden View Care Center at Dougherty Ferry
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 48 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
While many families report a loving and supportive environment, the recent increase in reports regarding staff behavior and neglect is concerning. We strongly recommend that you visit frequently at unannounced times and speak directly with current residents and their families to gauge the current quality of care under the new management.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
48 reviews on Google“Garden View Care Center at Dougherty Ferry receives highly polarized feedback, with many families praising the compassionate, family-like atmosphere and responsive nursing staff. However, there are serious, recurring allegations of verbal abuse by staff, poor communication regarding medical changes, and neglect, particularly concerning residents' hygiene and hydration. Families considering this facility should be aware that while many report excellent experiences, there are significant concerns regarding the consistency of care and staff professionalism.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and warm nursing staff
- Strong communication with families
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Active and engaging resident activities
Concerns
- Allegations of verbal or emotional abuse by staff (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Poor communication regarding medical or medication changes (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Neglect of basic hygiene and resident appearance (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 51 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about how warm and compassionate the nursing staff is here; how do you ensure that level of care stays consistent across all shifts?
- 2How does the care team communicate important updates to families, especially regarding changes in medication or medical treatments?
- 3What specific protocols are in place to ensure that medication management is handled with 100% accuracy and that all changes are documented?
- 4How do you ensure that every resident's personal hygiene and daily grooming needs are met and prioritized by the care staff?
- 5Can you tell us more about the types of engaging activities available to help residents stay social and active throughout the week?
- 6What is the process for notifying family members immediately in the event of a medical emergency or a change in a resident's condition?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The nursing staff is in constant contact with me regarding my mom’s health, and the doctor is extremely responsive.”
“The staff was verbally and emotionally abusing her. Making her feel bullied and intimidated to ask for help.”
“I am so thankful to God for Gardenview. If you are looking for a safe, loving, caring place for your parent or spouse look no further.”
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 vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
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 has had persistent challenges across multiple areas, with deficiencies found in all three recent surveys spanning 2019-2024. The most recurring issues involve fire safety and building maintenance, food safety and dietary services, and resident care planning and assessments. While all deficiencies show correction dates from the provider, the pattern of repeated violations in similar areas—particularly fire safety systems and food handling—suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should discuss during visits.
Jun 12, 2024Routine5
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Nov 16, 2022Routine10
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Jul 11, 2019Routine11
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Garden View Care Center at Dougherty Ferry
for profit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Larus Corporation
Owner · Organization
G. William Weier and Patricia R. Weier Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Richard Lawrence Winter Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Weier, Patricia R.
Owner (parent company)
Winter, Richard
Owner (parent company)
Weier, George
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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