Meadows on Fairview
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise clean and well-maintained facility. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 57 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
Meadows on Fairview is highly regarded for its clean environment and compassionate staff, making it a strong candidate for long-term or transitional care. However, because some families have reported concerns regarding administrative communication and medication management, we recommend asking specific questions about their medication oversight protocols and how they handle family inquiries during your tour.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
57 reviews on Google“Meadows on Fairview is widely praised for its clean, well-maintained facilities and a welcoming, professional staff that many families describe as attentive and caring. While the vast majority of reviews are highly positive, there are isolated but serious concerns regarding administrative communication and medication management that families should investigate during their tour.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Warm, friendly, and attentive nursing staff
- Spacious and comfortable resident rooms
- Welcoming atmosphere for visitors
Concerns
- Slow response to emergency call lights (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Unprofessional administrative communication (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 60 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1It is wonderful to see how well-maintained and clean the facility looks; how do you ensure the rooms stay so comfortable for the residents?
- 2We noticed the staff seems very warm and attentive in many of the resident stories; how do you foster that kind of welcoming culture among your nursing team?
- 3When a resident uses their call light, what is the typical process for ensuring a nurse or aide responds quickly to their needs?
- 4Could you walk us through your specific protocols for managing daily medications to ensure everything is handled accurately and timely?
- 5How does the administration stay in touch with families regarding any changes in a resident's care or important facility updates?
- 6What kind of daily activities or social outings do the residents participate in to keep them engaged with one another?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The nurses and patient attendees were friendly and cooperative and answered the call light quickly. This is a 5 star location.”
“My mother-in-law is in the memory care and absolutely loves it there! The staff is very friendly and kind to the residents.”
“My mom was at Meadows on Fairview in the TCU for about 3 weeks, and the staff there is absolutely amazing!!! They are very attentive and caring. The food was wonderful.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026This facility meets the national staffing benchmarks. Higher staffing is linked to fewer falls and better day-to-day care.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 3 measures
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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
Meadows on Fairview shows a pattern of recurring fire safety and building maintenance deficiencies across three surveys, with issues in fire alarm systems, sprinkler maintenance, and emergency power systems appearing multiple times from 2023 to 2025. While all violations were corrected, the repeated nature of fire safety problems suggests ongoing challenges with facility maintenance and safety protocols that families should discuss during visits.
Apr 16, 2025Routine5
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Jul 24, 2024Routine7
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
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.
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.
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.
Apr 19, 2023Routine5
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
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.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Meadows on Fairview
nonprofit
Chain Affiliation
Ebenezer Senior Living
6 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 1 of 6 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Ebenezer Society
Owner · Organization
Ebenezer Management Services INC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Key personnel
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References & Resources
Medicare Care Compare
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Google Reviews
57 reviews from families & visitors
Official Website
Visit meadowsonfairview.org
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