Lafayette Extended Care
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 34 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.
Below average in AL · Below recommended RN staffing · Worst in PRIME HEALTH CARE ENTERPRISES chain · $4,558 in fines · Very few deficiencies
What this means for your family
While the facility is frequently praised for its cleanliness and friendly staff, the recent, severe allegations regarding patient neglect and medication management are deeply concerning. We strongly advise you to conduct an unannounced visit and speak directly with current residents' families to verify the current quality of care and staffing levels.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
34 reviews on Google“Lafayette Extended Care receives polarized feedback, with some families praising the facility for its cleanliness and friendly, nurturing staff. However, recent critical reviews raise serious concerns regarding neglect, medication management, and poor communication from upper management. Prospective families should be aware of the stark contrast between those who find the environment welcoming and those who report significant lapses in basic patient care.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean, well-maintained facility
- Friendly and welcoming staff
- Responsive to maintenance requests
Concerns
- High staff turnover and poor management communication (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Allegations of neglect and failure to provide basic care (feeding, turning) (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 40 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the recent feedback regarding dining experiences, could you walk me through how you ensure residents receive consistent assistance and quality during mealtimes?
- 2With the current staffing rating of 4 stars, how do you manage team consistency to ensure residents have familiar faces providing their daily care?
- 3Could you explain the protocols in place for medication management to ensure accuracy and timely administration for residents?
- 4How does your leadership team facilitate communication with families, and what is the best way for us to stay updated on our loved one's daily well-being?
- 5What specific steps are taken to ensure residents receive regular physical support, such as repositioning or mobility assistance, throughout the day and night?
- 6I noticed the facility is well-maintained; what kind of social activities or programs do you have scheduled to keep residents engaged and active within the community?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff is very kind, considerate, caring and loving.”
“Clean, polite and had a problem with bathroom and it was fixed promptly.”
“The nurses do not give prescribed medications and allow the CNAs to not turn, change or even feed those patients that can no longer do for themselves.”
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 · 15 measures
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Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Lafayette Extended Care shows 25 deficiencies across three surveys, with all issues reportedly corrected by the facility. The most recurring problems involve fire safety systems (sprinklers, smoke barriers, extinguishers), medication management, and nutrition services. Fire safety deficiencies appeared in multiple surveys, suggesting ongoing challenges with building safety compliance. While no families filed complaints triggering inspections, families should inquire about current fire safety measures and medication protocols during visits.
Jan 22, 2020Routine9
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Dec 19, 2018Routine6
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 Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Feb 1, 2018Routine10
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.
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 safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Jan 30, 2024
$4,558
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Lafayette Extended Care
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Prime Health Care Enterprises
5 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 4.0/5 · Rank 5 of 5 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Prime Health Care Enterprises, INC
Owner · Organization
Prime Healthcare Enterprise LLC
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
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