The Meadows Post Acute
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 115 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
Above average in CA · Below recommended RN staffing · Above recommended total nurse staffing · Low staff turnover (stable workforce) · Chain outperformer · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
The facility shows a recent trend of high satisfaction regarding the kindness of the nursing staff and the cleanliness of the environment. However, you must prioritize verifying their medication administration protocols and night-shift staffing, as multiple families have reported life-threatening neglect and medication errors in the past.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
115 reviews on Google“Families considering The Meadows Post Acute will find a facility highly praised for its compassionate nursing staff and effective rehabilitation services. However, there are serious, recurring allegations regarding medical neglect, medication errors, and unresponsive call lights that should be investigated thoroughly.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Effective physical and occupational therapy
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Welcoming and professional administration
Concerns
- Unresponsive call lights and slow staff response (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Allegations of medication mismanagement and record falsification (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Staffing shortages leading to patient neglect (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Difficulty reaching staff via telephone (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 117 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
The owner uses repetitive, templated phrases to respond to positive reviews and provides extremely brief, non-substantive apologies to negative reviews. There is no attempt to address specific allegations of neglect or medical errors in the one-star reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We've heard wonderful things about the compassion of your nursing staff; how do you ensure that same level of attentive care is maintained during busy shifts?
- 2How does the team manage call lights and response times to ensure residents feel supported and heard throughout the day?
- 3Can you walk us through your specific protocols for medication administration and how you ensure all records are kept accurately and up-to-date?
- 4What is the process for communicating important medical updates or changes in condition to family members, especially if we can't reach the office by phone?
- 5What kind of daily activities or social programs do you have planned to keep residents engaged and active in the community?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the immediate procedure for coordinating care between the nursing staff and physicians?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The nursing, PT and OT's were outstanding. They were always cheerful, available, and never in a hurry. But what really stood out were the CNA crew, who are the boots on the ground, having to deal with patients, their families, and the myriad”
“I became aware of falsification of medical records when I asked to see her prescription medication, which was still in a sealed package. It was evident that her declining health was a direct result of the nurses not giving her the medicine, but logging and signing the medication records.”
“The Meadows had many problems when Sheri Reyes was the Administrator but as soon as they brought in a new one it's becoming a GREAT place to live and rehabilitate.”
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
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1
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Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility shows concerning patterns with multiple families filing complaints that triggered 11 deficiency reports, including serious issues around resident protection from abuse and neglect. The most recurring problems involve resident rights violations, infection control failures, and fire safety deficiencies. While all cited issues have correction dates, the pattern of repeated deficiencies in similar areas—particularly resident rights and safety protections—suggests ongoing systemic challenges that families should carefully evaluate before considering placement.
Mar 24, 2026Complaint1
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.
Feb 12, 2026Routine21
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Dec 11, 2025Complaint1
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.
Jun 5, 2025Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Apr 30, 2025Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Nov 24, 2024Routine12
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Administration Deficiencies
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Administration Deficiencies
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
The Meadows Post Acute
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth
16 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.4/5 · Rank 4 of 16
Ownership & Management
Owners
Gastwirth, Menachem
Owner
Lehmann, Kenneth
Owner
Key personnel
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