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Meadowood Nursing Center

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

3805 Dexter Lane, Clearlake, CA 9542299 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 79 Google reviews

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8/ 10
critical Risk

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)
  • Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (17 vs median 13.0)
  • High staff turnover (54%)
  • High RN turnover (78%)

Bottom 25% in CA · Critically understaffed (RN) · Worst in AJC HEALTHCARE chain · $91,067 in fines · Abuse citation

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

This facility offers a warm, family-oriented atmosphere with excellent physical therapy and unique amenities like a bird aviary. However, families should be vigilant about monitoring hydration and hygiene, and should proactively establish a direct communication line with the staff, as some reviewers noted difficulty reaching the facility by phone.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

79 reviews on Google
Meadowood Nursing Center is frequently praised by families for its compassionate, family-like nursing staff and a clean, well-maintained environment featuring unique amenities like a bird aviary. However, some families have reported serious concerns regarding inconsistent staffing levels, difficulty reaching the facility by phone, and specific instances of inadequate hydration and hygiene monitoring.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food3.0Staff8.0Clean7.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemoryN/AComms4.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and caring nursing staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Engaging activities and unique amenities like a bird aviary
  • Professional rehabilitation and physical therapy services

Concerns

  • Staffing shortages and inconsistent nursing rotation (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Difficulty communicating with the facility via phone or email (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Issues with room cleanliness and hygiene maintenance (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

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Distribution · 82 analyzed

5
57
4
10
3
6
2
1
1
8

How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate
Generic

The owner relies heavily on templated, keyword-rich responses designed for SEO, often including lists of services like 'rehabilitation' and 'skilled nursing.' While they attempt to address negative reviews by citing changes in ownership, the responses frequently fail to address the specific details of the complaint.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the bird aviary and the activities here; could you tell us more about how residents engage with the unique amenities in the facility?
  • 2Since we want to ensure consistent care, how do you manage staff rotations to ensure my family member sees familiar faces during their nursing shifts?
  • 3What is the process for communicating important medical updates or daily changes to family members, especially if we can't reach the office by phone?
  • 4Could you walk us through your protocols for handling medical emergencies or sudden changes in health during the overnight hours?
  • 5We noticed some mixed feedback regarding dining; could you tell us more about the current meal planning and how you ensure nutritional needs are met?
  • 6How does the housekeeping team manage daily room cleaning and hygiene maintenance to ensure the facility stays as well-maintained as the reviews suggest?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The staff at Meadowwood are amazing,kind understand and are always taking care and talking to there patients like they are family.

Visiting family member · 2025★★★★

The staff was very nice.i use to be a CNA in lakeport.35 years ago. So I know what your all about. I really liked the activity room you had a lot of patience with the people that's really means something with the people.

Former healthcare professional · 2026★★★★★

My husband has been very well taken care of. The staff is kind and quick to respond. Housekeeping could be better, but the CNA’s and nurses and PT were A+.

Long-term resident's spouse · 2025★★★★★
Source: 79 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.28hrs
38%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.15hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
55%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
70%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN 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

Medicare Rating
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

13

measures

Worse Than Avg

1

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.3%
Better than Avg
Here
4.3%
US
12.1%
CA
7.0%
Lake
37.7%

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

💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.7%
Better than Avg
Here
6.7%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Lake
14.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility19.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
19.0%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Lake
20.3%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.1%
Better than Avg
Here
99.1%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Lake
91.0%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
95.5%
CA
98.2%
Lake
92.4%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility7.6%
Better than Avg
Here
7.6%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Lake
11.9%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility88.2%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
88.2%
US
79.8%
CA
93.2%
Lake
73.0%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility86.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
86.5%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Lake
76.2%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Lake
1.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

27deficiencies
2penalties
Well above state avg (15.4)
38 complaint-triggered
$91,067 in fines

Meadowood Nursing Center has a concerning pattern of family complaints triggering inspections, with recurring deficiencies in resident protection from abuse and neglect, medication management, and safety hazards. Recent 2024-2025 complaints continue to cite issues with preventing accidents, pain management, and protecting residents from harm, suggesting persistent problems despite corrections. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the repeated nature of complaints about fundamental care quality warrants careful scrutiny during any visit.

Apr 30, 2026Complaint
3
0658Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Apr 28, 2026Complaint
1
0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

Mar 17, 2026Complaint
1
0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Feb 24, 2026Complaint
5
0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

0761Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Feb 19, 2026Complaint
1
0684Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Jan 8, 2026Routine
13
0585Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

0645Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0712Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

0804Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

0812Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0583Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0628Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

0644Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

0656Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0676Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jul 30, 2024

$24,668

Fine

May 7, 2024

$66,399

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Meadowood Nursing Center

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Ajc Healthcare

Chain Size

14 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.2/5 · Rank 12 of 13 (Worst)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Swc CA Opco 2 LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Chesley, Aaron

Owner (parent company)

50%

Key personnel

Chesley, AaronW-2 Managing EmployeeChesley, AaronOfficer / DirectorGamett, JamesOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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