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The Grove Post-Acute

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

124 Walnut Street, Woodland, CA 95695140 bedsLicensed & Active
2/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 43 Google reviews

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3/ 10
moderate Risk

Quality Concerns Identified

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

  • Abuse citation on record
  • Above-median deficiencies (15 vs median 13.0)

Below average in CA · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · No penalties on record · Abuse citation

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

The Grove Post-Acute offers excellent physical therapy and a very clean environment, which is ideal for short-term rehabilitation. However, families should exercise extreme caution and closely monitor the handling of personal property and ensure that nursing staff are responsive to medication requests, as recent reviews highlight significant lapses in these areas.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

43 reviews on Google
Families considering The Grove Post-Acute will find a facility highly praised for its clean, modern environment and a therapy team that excels in rehabilitation. However, there are serious, recurring allegations regarding the mishandling of deceased residents' personal belongings and inconsistent communication from the nursing station.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
Food5.0Staff7.0Clean9.0Activities5.0Meds1.0MemoryN/AComms4.0Value1.0

Strengths

  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Excellent rehabilitation and therapy services
  • Attentive and compassionate nursing staff
  • Welcoming and professional atmosphere

Concerns

  • Mishandling of deceased residents' personal belongings (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Difficulty reaching nursing staff via phone/communication gaps (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Inconsistent medication administration and nursing responsiveness

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2344.02024(4)4.52025(32)3.92026(10)

Distribution · 46 analyzed

5
37
4
1
3
0
2
1
1
7
10 reviews posted between Aug 11, 2025Aug 16, 2025 · 10 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

10%response rate
Good

The owner provides personalized responses that address reviewers by name and acknowledge the specific context of their feedback. For serious allegations, the owner attempts to offer direct communication via a personal phone number or describes internal corrective actions.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard wonderful things about the rehabilitation and therapy services here; could you tell us more about how the therapy team works with residents to meet their goals?
  • 2How does the nursing team ensure that medication schedules are followed accurately and consistently for every resident?
  • 3What is the best way for family members to stay in regular contact with the nursing staff if we have a quick question or update?
  • 4In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what are the specific protocols for notifying the family and providing immediate care?
  • 5We noticed the facility is very well-maintained; what kind of daily activities or social programs are available to keep residents engaged and active?
  • 6How does the staff handle the sensitive process of managing a resident's personal belongings and estate matters to ensure everything is handled with care?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

The staff who work at The Grove are attentive and dedicated to the care and recovery of their patients. The facility is clean and modern

Family member · 2026★★★★★

The nurses & therapy personnel there are great & very knowledgeable. The management is very active & open to issues you may have so your experience is pleasant.

Rehab patient · 2025★★★★★

Nurses were awful. Ignored almost all my requests for help. Did not administer pain medication on time. Very rude and totally dismissive.

Rehab patient · 2025☆☆☆☆
Source: 43 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.60hrs
80%
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
4.01hrs
98%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
44%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
53%
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
4/ 5
Better Than Avg

12

measures

Worse Than Avg

2

measures

Mixed Results

3

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility21.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
21.3%
US
14.4%
CA
10.4%
Yolo
8.7%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility19.5%
Worse than Avg
Here
19.5%
US
15.3%
CA
10.5%
Yolo
8.9%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.3%
Better than Avg
Here
9.3%
US
19.4%
CA
10.7%
Yolo
10.7%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility9.9%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
9.9%
US
19.5%
CA
13.7%
Yolo
6.1%
💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
93.4%
CA
98.6%
Yolo
99.9%
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility6.3%
Better than Avg
Here
6.3%
US
12.1%
CA
7.0%
Yolo
6.3%

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

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%
Yolo
79.5%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility100.0%
Better than Avg
Here
100.0%
US
81.8%
CA
94.2%
Yolo
95.0%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.3%
Better than Avg
Here
0.3%
US
1.6%
CA
1.5%
Yolo
0.5%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

15deficiencies
Near state avg (15.4)
6 complaint-triggered

The Grove Post-Acute has concerning patterns with 6 complaint-triggered deficiencies, including multiple reports of abuse and neglect protection failures. Issues persist across surveys in medication management, fire safety systems, and resident safety hazards. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the recurring problems with medication errors and safety violations, combined with families filing formal complaints about abuse protection, warrant careful scrutiny during any visit.

Sep 2, 2025Complaint
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.

Mar 7, 2025Routine
25
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.

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.

0919Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

0321Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0342Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

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.

0372Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

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.

0923Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

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.

0640Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

0645Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

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.

0756Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0759Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

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.

0840Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0921Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Environmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

0039Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0918Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

Jul 3, 2024Complaint
2
0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

May 15, 2024Complaint
2
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.

0609Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Apr 12, 2024Routine
26
0918Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

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

0324Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

0345Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

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

0353Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

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.

0690Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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.

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.

0758Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

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 · PatternCorrected

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.

0804Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

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.

0825Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

0880Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0039Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

0161Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Use approved construction type or materials.

0355Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

0640Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

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.

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.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

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.

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

0814Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Sep 26, 2023Complaint
1
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.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

The Grove Post-Acute

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Links Healthcare Group

Chain Size

31 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.8/5 · Rank 14 of 31

Ownership & Management

Key personnel

Forbright Bank5% or Greater Security InterestRodriguez, CurtisOfficer / DirectorTilford, TobyOfficer / DirectorLinks Healthcare Group LLCManagerLinks Support Services, LLCManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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