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Springs at Lake Pointe Woods

Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.

3280 Lake Pointe Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34231101 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 85 Google reviews

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8/ 10
critical Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.

  • Abuse citation on record
  • Low overall rating (2/5 stars)
  • Low staffing rating (2/5 stars)
  • Above-median deficiencies (8 vs median 6.0)
  • High staff turnover (52%)
  • High RN turnover (70%)

Bottom 25% in FL · Below recommended RN staffing · Below chain average · $51,671 in fines · Abuse citation

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods is highly regarded for its clean environment, engaging activities, and effective rehabilitation therapy. However, families should be aware of reported inconsistencies in nursing responsiveness and food quality; we recommend scheduling a tour and asking specifically how the facility handles call-light response times and weekend staffing levels.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

85 reviews on Google
The Springs at Lake Pointe Woods receives high praise for its clean, well-maintained environment and a dedicated staff that many families describe as compassionate and attentive. However, there is a recurring pattern of negative experiences regarding responsiveness to call lights, delays in basic care, and poor food quality, particularly during short-term rehabilitation stays.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food4.0Staff8.0Clean9.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory8.0Comms7.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Clean, well-maintained facility
  • Compassionate and friendly nursing staff
  • Strong physical and occupational therapy teams
  • Engaging activities and festive atmosphere

Concerns

  • Slow response times to call lights and basic patient needs (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
  • Poor food quality and unappealing meals (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Understaffing or lack of responsiveness during weekends/off-hours (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Outdated equipment and room maintenance issues (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02019(1)1.02021(1)3.62023(9)4.32024(24)4.62025(31)4.72026(13)

Distribution · 79 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

20%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed the facility has a very festive atmosphere in the activities calendar; could you walk me through how you encourage residents to participate in these daily events?
  • 2With the current staffing levels, what is your protocol for ensuring that call lights are answered promptly, especially during the weekends or evening shifts?
  • 3I understand that nutrition is a key part of recovery, so could you tell me about your current approach to meal quality and how you incorporate resident feedback into the dining menu?
  • 4Given the recent health inspection reports, what specific steps is the leadership team taking to improve clinical outcomes and address the identified areas for improvement?
  • 5When a resident has an urgent medical need during off-hours, what is the specific process for notifying the family and ensuring the attending physician is involved?
  • 6I see that the facility is well-maintained in many areas, but could you share your plan for updating equipment or addressing maintenance needs in resident rooms?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

My mom showed up here from the hospital in early January on deaths door, couldn't walk and weighed nothing.. Last week she was able to dance at her Grand daughters wedding in IL. I cant say enough about the quality of care from The Springs provided.

Long-term resident's family · 2023★★★★★

Weekend crews were sometimes average at best but otherwise but overall excellent. Every employee seemed to care and it began to feel like family.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★

My stay was a nightmare. I arrived at 5:30 pm and was left sitting in the dark in a room in a wheelchair with no leg rests. I had knee replacement surgery the day before.

Rehab patient · 2021☆☆☆☆
Source: 85 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.60hrs
79%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.76hrs
92%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
54%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
68%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Both 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

Medicare Rating
5/ 5
Better Than Avg

12

measures

Worse Than Avg

2

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility4.7%
Better than Avg
Here
4.7%
US
19.4%
FL
11.5%
Sarasota
15.7%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.6%
Better than Avg
Here
5.6%
US
15.5%
FL
8.7%
Sarasota
9.7%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility5.3%
Better than Avg
Here
5.3%
US
14.4%
FL
9.1%
Sarasota
10.2%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.3%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
3.3%
US
12.1%
FL
4.1%
Sarasota
2.5%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

⚖️

Residents who lost too much weight

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.1%
Worse than Avg
Here
14.1%
US
5.3%
FL
5.6%
Sarasota
6.8%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
FL
98.1%
Sarasota
96.0%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.2%
Better than Avg
Here
98.2%
US
79.8%
FL
94.7%
Sarasota
92.3%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility98.0%
Better than Avg
Here
98.0%
US
81.8%
FL
94.8%
Sarasota
92.8%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility1.1%
Better than Avg
Here
1.1%
US
1.6%
FL
1.5%
Sarasota
1.7%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

8deficiencies
6penalties
Above state avg (7.3)
11 complaint-triggered
$51,671 in fines

This facility has concerning patterns with multiple family complaints triggering inspections, including repeated issues with accident prevention, resident protection from abuse and neglect, and medication labeling that have persisted across recent surveys. While all 26 deficiencies have been corrected, the recurring safety problems and complaint-driven investigations suggest families should carefully evaluate current conditions during any visit.

Jun 26, 2025Complaint
2
0600Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

0689Actual 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.

Sep 19, 2024Complaint
1
0689Immediate jeopardy · 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.

May 15, 2024Complaint
1
0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

Apr 9, 2024Complaint
1
0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Dec 14, 2023Routine
7
0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0761Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Miscellaneous Deficiencies

To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

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.

0324Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0915Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper power supply for life support equipment.

0916Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

0918Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

Dec 14, 2023Complaint
6
0584Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

0644Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

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.

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.

0600Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Jun 26, 2025

$28,815

Fine

Sep 19, 2024

$10,039

Fine

Dec 14, 2023

$3,962

Fine

Dec 14, 2023

$3,962

Fine

Oct 30, 2023

$1,748

Fine

Oct 10, 2023

$3,145

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Springs at Lake Pointe Woods

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Summit Care

Chain Size

22 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 6 of 9

Ownership & Management

Owners

Madison Snf Operations LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Ch Summit Care Holdings LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Seam NY 2020 Trust

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Sk Summit Care II Holdings LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Summit Care Group II Operations Holdings LLC

Owner (parent company) · Organization

Key personnel

Mcmanus, JohnOfficer / DirectorSummit Care Management LLCManagerFehr, ScottManagerSummit Care Management LLCAdp of the SnfFehr, ScottAdp of the Snf
Source: Medicare provider data

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