St. Joseph Villa Nursing Center
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (16 vs median 5)
Bottom 25% in NE · Critically understaffed (RN) · Worst in DELMAR GARDENS chain · $36,170 in fines
What this means for your family
St. Joseph Villa has a history of providing excellent long-term and memory care, as evidenced by many families who have had loved ones there for years. However, recent reports of medication errors and clinical negligence are significant red flags. We strongly recommend that you conduct an unannounced visit and ask specifically about their medication administration protocols and how they handle emergency call light response times.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
31 reviews on Google“St. Joseph Villa Nursing Center receives polarized feedback, with many families praising the compassionate staff and engaging activities for long-term residents. However, recent reviews highlight serious concerns regarding medication management, professional communication, and clinical oversight, including reports of improper medical procedures and neglected call lights.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm, attentive nursing staff
- Engaging activities and social events
- Strong support for memory care residents
- Effective rehab therapy services
Concerns
- Medication management errors and missing doses (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Unprofessional or dismissive staff communication (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Neglect of basic patient needs and call lights (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 35 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility responds to some reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1Given the recent focus on enhancing communication, what is the best way for our family to stay in the loop regarding our loved one's daily care and any changes in their health?
- 2We understand that medication management is a top priority; could you walk us through the specific double-check systems you have in place to ensure every dose is administered accurately and on time?
- 3With 16 recent state citations, what specific changes or new protocols has the leadership team implemented to address these findings and improve the overall quality of care?
- 4I noticed the facility has a strong reputation for social events; could you share what a typical week of activities looks like for someone in memory care, and how you encourage residents to participate?
- 5When a resident uses their call light, what is your standard procedure for ensuring their needs are met promptly, especially during shift changes or busy hours?
- 6I see that the facility occasionally responds to feedback online; how do you use family input and concerns to make tangible improvements to the care experience here?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My guy has had his medication left on the counter in his room. However, the nurse signed off they had been given. Some medications were "lost" for 4 four days before resident was told.”
“I am so glad I found this place for my partner as he is very happy there. He is in their memory care unit and is treated very well, he made some friends they have lots of activities for them it's just a terrific place.”
“Hector, I just wanted to thank you for all the years of care Mom had at St. Joseph Villa. It was what literally kept her singing for nearly 11 years.”
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 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 on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
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
This facility has serious concerns with families repeatedly filing complaints about resident care, including abuse allegations and pressure ulcer prevention. Most troubling, five recent deficiencies remain uncorrected with no correction plan. The facility struggles persistently with infection control, medication management, and fire safety systems across multiple surveys. While many issues show corrections, the pattern of recurring problems in critical care areas and unresolved complaint-triggered deficiencies should prompt careful evaluation during any visit.
Jan 8, 2026Routine23
Administration Deficiencies
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
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
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
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
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Jan 8, 2026Complaint4
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Jul 21, 2025Complaint2
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Not hire anyone with a finding of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or theft.
Jul 7, 2025Complaint1
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 22, 2024Routine11
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.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power 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 that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Aug 22, 2024Complaint4
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Aug 22, 2024
$12,048
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
St. Joseph Villa Nursing Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Delmar Gardens
12 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 13 of 13 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Delmar Gardens Enterprises INC
Owner · Organization
Gabe Grossberg and George Grossberg, Trustees of the Henry and Barbara
Owner (parent company) · Organization
George Grossberg and Gabe Grossberg, Trustees of the Henry and Barbara
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Goldberg-Nom LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Non-Gst Family Trust Est U/w of Israel Goldberg Fbo Janice Bitanski
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Non-Gst Family Trust Established U/w of Israel Goldberg Fbo Harry Zvi
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Non-Gstfamily Trust Est U/w Israel Goldberg Fbo Diane Fredman
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Grossberg, Gabe
Owner (parent company)
Grossberg, George
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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