Modesto Post Acute Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 57 Google reviews

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What this means for your family
This facility offers highly skilled physical therapy and many nurses who are genuinely compassionate. However, families must be vigilant regarding staffing levels and medication administration, as multiple reviewers have reported dangerous delays in care and unresponsive communication.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
57 reviews on Google“Families considering Modesto Post Acute Center will find a polarizing environment where many praise the compassionate nursing and physical therapy teams for successful rehabilitations. However, significant concerns exist regarding inconsistent staffing levels, delayed medical responses, and issues with facility cleanliness and food quality.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Effective physical therapy programs
- Welcoming and friendly administration
- Peaceful environment with nice outdoor spaces
Concerns
- Understaffing leading to delayed medical care (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Poor food quality and lack of variety (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Issues with facility cleanliness and odor (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Difficulty reaching staff via telephone (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 58 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I've heard wonderful things about the compassion of your nursing staff; how do you ensure that level of attentive care is maintained during busy shifts?
- 2We are looking for a place with a great routine; what kind of daily activities or social outings do you organize to keep residents engaged?
- 3Could you tell me more about the dining experience, specifically regarding how you plan menus to ensure there is plenty of variety and nutritional balance?
- 4How does the clinical team manage medication administration to ensure everything is handled accurately and timely?
- 5In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the protocol for notifying the family and ensuring immediate care?
- 6The outdoor spaces look lovely; how often are residents able to spend time in those peaceful areas?
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Key Review Excerpts
“I was at this facility for nearly a month. They saved my life! My angels- Physical Therapy, CNA’s, LVN and RN’s were exactly that, angels.”
“My sister battled a terminal condition and her pain was managed extremely well. There the staff brought her and our family much needed comfort.”
“My father was in the hospital after a fall at this place. I would give no stars if I could. Very disappointed in the care he received here.”
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 · 17 measures
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Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
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 have filed complaint reports triggering recent investigations, including a serious deficiency in November 2024 regarding resident rights and dignity. The facility shows recurring issues with fire safety systems, resident care planning, and infection control that span multiple years from 2019 to 2024, though all violations have been corrected according to state records.
Mar 20, 2026Routine17
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
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 Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
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.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Environmental Deficiencies
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
May 28, 2025Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Nov 12, 2024Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Oct 1, 2024Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Aug 15, 2024Routine32
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Environmental Deficiencies
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Environmental Deficiencies
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
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
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
May 1, 2024Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Modesto Post Acute Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Cambridge Healthcare Services
32 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.6/5 · Rank 3 of 31 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Crescent Facilities Operations LLC
Owner · Organization
Bering Properties LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Ira & Rachel Smedra Family Irrevocable Gift Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Jenmax Enterprises LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Jennifer Nurit Smedra Trust 1997 Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
The Hyman & Betty Ingber Family Trust
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Wheaten LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Win Win Enterprises, LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Smedra, Jennifer
Owner (parent company)
Smedra, Rachel
Owner (parent company)
Wintner, Francine
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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