Memory Lane of Dexter
Meets baseline Medicare standards with room for improvement. A tour and talking to current residents' families is the best next step.
based on 5 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is a strong candidate if you are seeking a specialized, home-like environment for a loved one with dementia. Because all available reviews were posted in a single month, we recommend scheduling an in-person tour to observe daily operations and staff-to-resident interactions firsthand.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
5 reviews on Google“Memory Lane of Dexter is a specialized dementia care facility that has recently undergone a significant building remodel to create a home-like environment. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's aesthetic improvements, outdoor spaces, and the specialized training of the staff in dementia care.”
Quality Themes
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- Specialized dementia care expertise
- Beautifully remodeled, home-like environment
- Well-maintained outdoor areas
- Welcoming and caring staff
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 8 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1The remodeling looks beautiful; how does the new, home-like environment help create a sense of familiarity for residents with dementia?
- 2We love the look of the outdoor areas; what kind of daily activities or sensory experiences do you provide for residents in those spaces?
- 3With the specialized dementia care expertise mentioned by families, how do you tailor your approach to each resident's specific cognitive needs?
- 4How do you ensure that the staff is able to provide consistent, attentive care and maintain a high level of engagement with every resident?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency or a change in health status during the night, what is your protocol for notifying the family and coordinating care?
- 6What steps are being taken to ensure the facility remains compliant with all state and federal care standards moving forward?
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Key Review Excerpts
“This is the first specialized dementia home in the area. A complete remodel of the building has made this an amazing HOME for the residents. Their staff is well trained in dementia care.”
“Memory Lane has been transformed into a beautiful home for its residents. The outdoor areas are unlike any around. Very clean home with welcoming and caring staff!”
“Beautiful facility and caring staff specializing in dementia care.”
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 on antipsychotic medication
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 vaccinated for the flu
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Memory Lane of Dexter shows a pattern of recurring issues across fire safety, food handling, and medication management that persist across all three surveys from 2021 to 2025. Fire safety violations appear in every inspection, with problems including sprinkler maintenance, wall construction, and fire extinguisher issues. Food safety deficiencies recurred three times, and the most recent 2025 survey found concerning medication errors exceeding 5 percent. While all violations were reportedly corrected, the repetitive nature of key safety issues warrants careful consideration.
Jan 17, 2025Routine8
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Aug 17, 2023Routine6
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
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Jul 1, 2021Routine13
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
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 appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Memory Lane of Dexter
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Paradigm Senior Management
8 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.3/5 · Rank 6 of 6 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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