Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Lakeside
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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)
Below average in PA · Meets national RN staffing standard · Above recommended total nurse staffing · $45,164 in fines
What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its intimate environment and effective rehab services, making it a strong contender for those seeking personalized attention. However, because there are conflicting reports regarding patient supervision, we recommend visiting during off-peak hours and asking the Director of Nursing specifically about their safety monitoring protocols.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
20 reviews on Google“Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Lakeside is frequently praised for its cozy, intimate atmosphere and attentive nursing staff who treat residents with personal care. While many families report high satisfaction with the facility's responsiveness and cleanliness, there are isolated concerns regarding patient supervision and neglect that prospective families should investigate further.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Attentive and caring nursing staff
- Cozy, intimate, and quiet environment
- Effective physical therapy services
- Responsive and accessible leadership
Concerns
- Inadequate patient supervision (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 40 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1With such a small and intimate community of 31 residents, how do you ensure that every person gets personalized attention during busy shifts?
- 2We've heard wonderful things about your nursing staff being very attentive; how do you maintain that high level of care during staff transitions or shift changes?
- 3What specific protocols are in place to ensure residents are closely supervised and safe, especially when moving around the facility?
- 4How does the leadership team stay accessible and responsive to families when concerns or questions arise?
- 5Could you tell us more about the physical therapy services available here and how they help residents regain their independence?
- 6What kind of daily activities or social events do you host to keep the residents engaged in such a quiet and cozy environment?
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Key Review Excerpts
“At Kadima, the pace is much slower and quieter. Our family member feels very comfortable, safe and very well taken care of here.”
“The care and physical therapy were excellent. Helped me recover from bi lateral knee replacement surgery very quickly.”
“My mother told me that 'she treats me like family, like I'm her mother. It's lovely'”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on antipsychotic 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 on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Families have filed multiple complaint reports triggering 11 deficiencies, including serious issues with abuse reporting and notification requirements. The facility shows recurring problems with fire safety systems, dietary services, and resident rights that persist across multiple surveys from 2023-2025. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the pattern of repeated violations in critical safety and care areas suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should investigate thoroughly during visits.
Sep 4, 2025Routine10
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Nov 21, 2024Routine15
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Administration Deficiencies
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
May 16, 2024Complaint5
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Dec 7, 2023Routine19
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Oct 26, 2023Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Sep 8, 2023Complaint1
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Jul 6, 2023
$45,164
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Kadima Rehabilitation & Nursing at Lakeside
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Kadima Healthcare Group
15 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 1.8/5 · Rank 5 of 14
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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