Live Oak Rehab Center
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based on 23 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.
- Abuse citation on record
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (27 vs median 13.0)
Bottom 25% in CA · Below recommended RN staffing · Worst in LONGWOOD MANAGEMENT CORPORATION chain · $27,425 in fines · Abuse citation
What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice for rehabilitation, particularly for stroke or hip surgery recovery, due to their highly praised therapy and nursing teams. However, families should closely monitor hygiene and diapering routines, as some past reports indicate inconsistencies in basic care tasks.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
23 reviews on Google“Families can expect highly compassionate and professional rehabilitation and nursing care, with many reviewers praising specific staff members for their attentiveness. However, potential residents should be aware of concerns regarding inconsistent hygiene practices and occasional staffing shortages that may impact responsiveness.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and professional nursing staff
- Effective physical and occupational therapy
- Strong communication from social services and administration
- Supportive environment for post-stroke recovery
Concerns
- Inconsistent hygiene and diaper changing (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Staffing shortages affecting care delivery (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Facility appearance and cleanliness (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 26 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I've heard wonderful things about your nursing and therapy teams; how do you ensure that level of professional care is maintained during busy shifts?
- 2What specific steps is the facility taking to improve the cleanliness of the resident rooms and common areas?
- 3How do you manage routine personal care, like hygiene and diaper changes, to ensure every resident's needs are met consistently?
- 4Can you tell me more about the daily activities and social programs available to keep residents engaged and active?
- 5With the recent focus on health inspections, what new protocols have been put in place to address recent state violations?
- 6What is the protocol for handling a medical emergency during the night or over the weekend?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I don’t understand why this facility is not rated higher!!! My mom is there and the staff are incredible, accommodating, kind, attentive, professional, and knowledgeable.”
“I can't say enough good things about their staff. Alex was amazing and always very communicative, day or night.”
“I JUST HAVE TO SAY THAT MY EXPERIENCE HERE AT LIVE OAK REHAB HAS BEEN BEYOND ANYTHING I'VE HAD TO EXPERIENCE... I WANT TO THANK YHE STAFF FROM DOCTOR CNS NURSES ATTENDANTS WHO TREATED ME EXCEPTIONally WELL”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
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 with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
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
Families filed numerous complaints triggering 31 of 101 total deficiencies, including serious concerns about abuse protection and accident prevention that persist across multiple surveys. The facility repeatedly struggles with care planning, medication management, and maintaining safe environments, with issues appearing in 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026. While the facility corrects deficiencies when cited, the recurring pattern of similar problems suggests ongoing quality concerns that warrant careful consideration.
Apr 9, 2026Routine23
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
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.
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
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Apr 2, 2026Complaint1
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.
Mar 11, 2026Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Jan 29, 2026Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Jan 26, 2026Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Jan 21, 2026Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Oct 10, 2025
$27,425
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Live Oak Rehab Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Longwood Management Corporation
38 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.2/5 · Rank 33 of 38 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Friedman Family Trust
Owner · Organization
Ira D Friedman 1991 Trust
Owner · Organization
Lehmann Family 1991 Trust
Owner · Organization
The Klavan Family Trust
Owner · Organization
The Tzippy Friedman Notis 1990 Trust
Owner · Organization
Friedman, Aaron
Owner (parent company)
Klavan, Rachel
Owner (parent company)
Lehmann, Libby
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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