Shady Lane Gloucester Co Home
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise engaging entertainment programs. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 9 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
While the facility has historically been praised for its activities and entertainment, the most recent report indicates serious lapses in basic care and staffing protocols. Families should conduct an unannounced visit and pay close attention to how staff handle resident hygiene and emergency call responses before considering this facility.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
9 reviews on Google“Reviews for Shady Lane Gloucester Co Home are highly polarized and sparse, ranging from nostalgic memories to severe allegations of neglect. Recent feedback highlights critical concerns regarding hygiene, staffing responsiveness, and dietary appropriateness for residents with specific needs.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Engaging entertainment programs
- Dedicated activities staff
Concerns
- Neglect of basic hygiene and resident care
- Inadequate staffing and lack of coverage during breaks
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 9 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about your activities staff and the entertainment programs you offer; could you tell us more about what a typical week of social engagement looks like for residents?
- 2With such an impressive 5-star health inspection rating, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure the highest standards of clinical care and safety?
- 3How does the facility manage staffing during shift changes or meal breaks to ensure that residents always have consistent attention and care?
- 4Could you walk us through your daily routines regarding personal hygiene and room cleanliness to ensure residents are always comfortable and well-cared for?
- 5What is the process for managing medical emergencies or sudden changes in a resident's health during the overnight hours?
- 6We'd love to hear more about the dining experience here, specifically how much variety and nutritional oversight goes into the daily meal service.
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Key Review Excerpts
“When visiting my friend, she was laying in her own urine, who knows for how long. Then she was left sitting on the toilet for several minutes after her nurse decided to take a break and didn’t get coverage for the resident.”
“They do wonderful entertainment. Regina in activities is great!”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN 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
17
measures
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
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
Shady Lane has accumulated 27 deficiencies across three surveys, primarily involving fire safety systems, building safety compliance, and infection control practices. The facility shows a concerning pattern of recurring issues, with some problems like cooking facility protection and exit door compliance appearing multiple times across different surveys. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the repeated nature of safety violations suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining consistent compliance standards.
Sep 5, 2025Routine13
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
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
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have proper openings in smoke barrier doors.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
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.
Apr 18, 2024Routine6
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
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.
Apr 12, 2022Routine8
Infection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
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 safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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.
Ownership & Operations
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Shady Lane Gloucester Co Home
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