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John Knox Manor INC I I

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

4401 Narrow Lane Road, Montgomery, AL 3611698 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 64 Google reviews

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4/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

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

  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • High staff turnover (64%)
  • High RN turnover (82%)

Below average in AL · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · No penalties on record · Very few deficiencies

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

John Knox Manor is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and active resident engagement, making it a strong choice for those seeking a supportive environment. When touring, we recommend asking specifically about the room assignment process and viewing the exact unit your loved one will occupy to ensure it meets your expectations.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

64 reviews on Google
John Knox Manor is generally well-regarded by families for its clean environment, friendly staff, and compassionate care for residents. While most reviewers praise the facility's atmosphere and attentiveness, some concerns exist regarding transparency in room assignments and occasional maintenance issues like odors.

Quality Themes

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FoodN/AStaff9.0Clean8.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory9.0Comms6.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Friendly and compassionate staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Active engagement with residents
  • Secure memory care environment

Concerns

  • Lack of transparency regarding room quality and remodeling (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Occasional reports of facility odors (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2344.0'16(4)4.14.3'18(18)4.54.6'20(14)3.04.5'24(2)4.0'25(1)

Distribution · 72 analyzed

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4
20
3
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6

How They Respond to Reviews

3%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1With the facility having a 2-star overall CMS rating, what specific steps is the leadership team currently taking to improve the quality of care and resident experience?
  • 2I noticed a few comments regarding the condition of certain rooms; could you show us a variety of room options and explain your process for room maintenance and updates?
  • 3How do you maintain a fresh and comfortable environment throughout the facility, and what is your protocol for addressing cleanliness concerns in common areas?
  • 4Given the 3-star staffing rating, how do you ensure that residents receive consistent, personalized attention throughout the day and night?
  • 5What does a typical day of engagement look like for residents, and how do you tailor these activities to those in the memory care unit?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is your process for stabilizing a resident and how quickly do you communicate those situations to family members?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

THIS IS IMPORTANT: My trust has been verified. I have dropped in at various times of the day and night. Impressive, the way she is

Memory care family member · 2019★★★★★

Bingo game was in progress in a meeting room upon arrival; was well attended by residents. Residents were spoken to kindly as I could hear conversarions from the open doors nearby. Security measures were in place for sign in and entering the "memory" section.

Long-term resident's family · 2019★★★★★

A wonderful place to live I love it here and I would recommend it to all senior citizens it's wonderful activities that goes on the people are very friendly caring and loving the staff are the most wonderful people in the world I love them all

Resident · 2020★★★★★
Source: 64 Google reviews

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 15 measures

Medicare Rating
1/ 5
Better Than Avg

7

measures

Worse Than Avg

7

measures

Mixed Results

1

measures

Long-Stay Residents
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Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
12.1%
AL
1.4%
Montgomery
25.0%

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

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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.7%
Better than Avg
Here
6.7%
US
19.5%
AL
24.7%
Montgomery
24.0%
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Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.7%
US
14.4%
AL
12.7%
Montgomery
8.5%
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Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility22.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
22.8%
US
15.4%
AL
21.4%
Montgomery
12.5%
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.2%
Better than Avg
Here
99.2%
US
93.4%
AL
91.7%
Montgomery
89.8%
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Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility17.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
17.2%
US
15.3%
AL
13.3%
Montgomery
9.7%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.2%
Better than Avg
Here
94.2%
US
81.8%
AL
84.8%
Montgomery
71.7%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

3deficiencies
Near state avg (3.9)

John Knox Manor shows a mixed record with 8 deficiencies across 3 surveys, all corrected by the facility. The most recurring issues involve infection control (cited twice) and fire safety systems, along with problems in resident assessment, food safety, and electrical systems. While no complaints were filed by families, the facility had multiple deficiencies in their most recent 2024 survey, suggesting ongoing operational challenges despite corrections.

Jan 4, 2024Routine
5
0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0352Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Oct 10, 2019Routine
1
0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Nov 8, 2018Routine
2
0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

John Knox Manor INC I I

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Brummal, EdwardManaging Control - Governing BodyBrummal, EdwardOfficer / DirectorCox, HaroldManagerDenny, MarilynManagerHowell, TerriManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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