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Rowntree Gardens

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

12151 Dale Avenue, Stanton, CA 9068058 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 72 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for families prioritizing rehabilitation and compassionate nursing care. However, if your loved one is relying on insurance, you should specifically tour the area they will be residing in to ensure it meets your standards, as some past residents noted a difference in quality between coverage types.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

72 reviews on Google
Rowntree Gardens is highly regarded for its compassionate nursing staff and effective rehabilitation services, particularly for skilled nursing and memory care. While many families praise the beautiful garden setting and high quality of care, some historical concerns regarding facility cleanliness in specific wings and discrepancies between insurance-covered and private-pay areas have been noted.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff9.0Clean8.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory9.0Comms7.0Value3.0

Strengths

  • Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
  • Effective PT/OT rehabilitation programs
  • Beautiful garden and outdoor access
  • High-quality food and dining services
  • Strong memory care environment

Concerns

  • Discrepancy in quality between private-pay and insurance-covered areas
  • Difficulty reaching staff via telephone

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

234'13(2)'15(4)'17(24)'19(6)'23(6)'25(5)

Distribution · 105 analyzed

5
69
4
22
3
0
2
2
1
12

How They Respond to Reviews

13%response rate
Defensive

The owner uses highly emotive, empathetic language to mask defensive rebuttals that redirect blame or deny the validity of the reviewer's claims. They often attempt to reframe serious allegations (like neglect or theft) as misunderstandings or external factors.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the gardens and outdoor spaces here; how often are residents able to enjoy time in the garden as part of their daily routine?
  • 2The dining services seem to be a highlight for many families; could you tell us more about the meal planning and how much variety there is in the daily menu?
  • 3With the focus on rehabilitation, how closely do the PT and OT teams work with the nursing staff to ensure a smooth recovery process for residents?
  • 4Could you explain how the care and amenities might differ between the private-pay rooms and those covered by insurance?
  • 5Regarding medical care, what is the protocol for managing urgent medical needs or emergencies during the overnight hours?
  • 6We noticed the staff is often described as very compassionate; how do you ensure that this level of attentive care remains consistent across all shifts?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The food is wonderful and they have organized all outside appointments including transportation. The nurses are so kind and are always available to give updates.

Skilled nursing family member · 2025★★★★★

I loved how The Memory care had lots of access to green space! This is the first place memory care place I’ve seen with trees, grass and room access to outside patios.

Memory care family member · 2023★★★★

The rehab staff - OT and PT - were top-notch. They had him walking along with a walker and regaining a lot of his mobility.

Rehab patient family member · 2014☆☆☆☆
Source: 72 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.57hrs
77%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
5.48hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
36%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
0%
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
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

8

measures

Worse Than Avg

4

measures

Mixed Results

5

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Orange
9.8%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility16.7%
Worse than Avg
Here
16.7%
US
15.4%
CA
11.6%
Orange
8.5%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Orange
98.5%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility12.9%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
12.9%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Orange
10.0%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.5%
Better than Avg
Here
9.5%
US
14.4%
CA
10.4%
Orange
9.6%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility15.0%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
15.0%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Orange
13.1%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility97.5%
Better than Avg
Here
97.5%
US
79.7%
CA
93.2%
Orange
94.4%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility94.3%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
94.3%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Orange
95.2%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
1.9%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Orange
1.9%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

16deficiencies
Above state avg (15.4)
1 complaint-triggered

This facility shows persistent care quality concerns with 73 deficiencies across recent surveys, including some complaint-triggered by families. The most recurring issues involve medication management, care planning, and fire safety violations. Problems appear to persist across multiple surveys despite reported corrections, with recent deficiencies in nursing competencies, infection control, and food safety. Families have filed complaints regarding improper discharges and bed hold notifications, suggesting ongoing operational issues that warrant careful consideration.

Dec 11, 2025Routine
20
0605Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

0688Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

0726Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

0741Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.

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.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0881Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

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.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0345Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0657Minimal · PatternCorrected

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.

Feb 10, 2025Complaint
1
0622Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Oct 29, 2024Routine
24
0700Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

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.

0909Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

0558Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

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.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0726Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

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.

0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

0813Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0881Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

0161Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0353Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

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.

0918Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

0550Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

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

0582Minimal · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Mar 3, 2023Routine
27
0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

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.

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.

0554Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

0623Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

0697Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

0698Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

0700Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

0755Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0760Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

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.

0803Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0804Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

0867Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0909Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

0161Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0372Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0521Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

0018Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.

0511Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Rowntree Gardens

Organization Type

nonprofit

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Popov, KatherynW-2 Managing EmployeeViernes, YolandaW-2 Managing EmployeeCanfield, VirginiaOfficer / DirectorClark, KerriOfficer / DirectorDavis, JeffreyOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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