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Shadelands Post Acute

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and gym. Still worth an in-person visit.

2765 Mitchell Dr, Ygnacio Valley · Walnut Creek, CA 9459859 bedsLicensed & Active
5/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.6/5

based on 80 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for physical rehabilitation due to its modern equipment and highly-rated therapy teams. However, families should remain vigilant regarding medication administration and ensure they establish clear communication channels with the administration to avoid the lapses reported by other families.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

80 reviews on Google
Shadelands Post Acute is widely praised for its modern, clean, and bright facility, with many families highlighting the exceptional quality of the physical and occupational therapy teams. While the nursing and CNA staff receive frequent individual commendations for being caring and attentive, some reviewers have raised serious concerns regarding medication management errors and inconsistent communication from administration.

Quality Themes

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Food7.0Staff9.0Clean10.0Activities8.0Meds3.0MemoryN/AComms4.0Value5.0

Strengths

  • State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and gym
  • Clean, modern, and spacious private rooms
  • Highly skilled physical and occupational therapy teams
  • Compassionate and attentive nursing and CNA staff

Concerns

  • Medication management errors or delays (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Poor communication from administration or difficulty reaching departments (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent therapy session quality or frequency (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2343.02022(2)4.82023(15)4.82024(30)4.62025(10)4.42026(21)

Distribution · 78 analyzed

5
69
4
1
3
1
2
1
1
6

How They Respond to Reviews

27%response rate
Good

The owner provides highly personalized responses to 5-star reviews, frequently naming specific staff members mentioned by the reviewer. For negative reviews, the owner uses a professional, empathetic tone and provides a direct phone number to encourage offline resolution.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We are so impressed by the 5-star health inspection rating; how does your team maintain such high clinical standards for resident care?
  • 2With the wonderful rehab gym and equipment here, how do you customize physical therapy schedules to ensure consistent progress for each resident?
  • 3How does the nursing team manage medication administration to ensure everything is delivered accurately and on time each day?
  • 4What is the best way for our family to stay in regular contact with the administration or specific departments if we have questions about care?
  • 5We've heard great things about the modern private rooms; what kind of daily activities or social outings are planned to help residents enjoy the space?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the specific protocol for notifying the family and coordinating care?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

I never once felt like I was a patient. I felt like a guest at a resort. The entire staff and I mean the entire staff are very caring and attentive.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

The facility is relatively new and spacious with single bedrooms and private bathroom. The workers were very friendly and pleasant.

Rehab patient · 2024★★★★★

The staff who provided the services, whether the nurses, the CNAs, or others, were friendly and helpful and responded quickly when I pressed my call button.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★
Source: 80 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.62hrs
83%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.27hrs
OK
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
41%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
29%
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 · 3 measures

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

2

measures

Worse Than Avg

1

measures

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
79.7%
CA
93.2%
Contra costa
97.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Contra costa
98.7%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
1.9%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Contra costa
0.9%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

5deficiencies
Well below state avg (15.4)
2 complaint-triggered

This facility has persistent safety and operational issues, with 22 deficiencies across three surveys primarily involving emergency preparedness, electrical systems, and fire safety equipment. Two families have filed complaints leading to citations for inadequate resident notification procedures and care planning. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the recurring problems with basic safety systems (emergency generators, fire detection, electrical compliance) and repeated medication management violations suggest ongoing operational challenges that families should carefully consider.

Aug 1, 2024Routine
16
0007Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

0024Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.

0039Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0347Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0712Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0914Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0583Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0758Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

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.

0363Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0919Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

0920Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Oct 19, 2023Complaint
2
0623Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0655Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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

Jul 13, 2022Routine
4
0006Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

0712Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

0901Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Electrical Deficiencies

Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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

Owner / Operator

Shadelands Post Acute

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Pacs Group

Chain Size

279 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.9/5 · Rank 26 of 260 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Bills, CraigW-2 Managing EmployeeApt, FrederickOfficer / DirectorHancock, MarkOfficer / DirectorMitchell, JohnOfficer / DirectorMurray, JasonOfficer / Director
Source: Medicare provider data

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