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Valley View Manor Hcc

On Medicare Special Focus status, a serious quality warning. Visit in person and ask tough questions before deciding.

200 East Ninth Avenue, Lamberton, MN 5615250 bedsLicensed & Active
1/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
4.9/5

based on 10 Google reviews

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5/ 10
high Risk

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 (23 vs median 6.5)
  • High staff turnover (56%)
  • High RN turnover (58%)

Bottom 25% in MN · Meets national RN staffing standard · Above recommended total nurse staffing · Worst in EPHRAM LAHASKY chain

Source: Medicare data

What this means for your family

The facility is highly regarded by current residents for its attentive staff and proactive communication regarding medical needs. However, because one review describes the facility as an apartment complex, we recommend clarifying the specific nature of the care provided to ensure it meets your loved one's clinical requirements.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

10 reviews on Google
Valley View Manor HCC receives high praise from residents for its attentive nursing staff and responsive activity directors. While the facility is well-regarded by those who have shared their experiences, many reviews lack specific details, and one review suggests the facility may also operate as an apartment complex.

Quality Themes

Tap a score for details
FoodN/AStaff9.0CleanN/AActivities10.0Meds8.0MemoryN/AComms9.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Attentive and responsive nursing staff
  • Engaging activity director
  • Welcoming environment for visitors

Rating Trends

Tap a year to see what changed

2345.02018(4)5.02019(2)5.02021(4)5.02022(2)4.52023(4)5.02024(2)5.02025(2)

Distribution · 20 analyzed

5
18
4
2
3
0
2
0
1
0

How They Respond to Reviews

0%response rate

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Given the recent state citations, what specific steps has the facility taken to improve health and safety protocols over the past year?
  • 2With the staffing rating being a strong point, how do you ensure that the high level of attentiveness mentioned by families is maintained across all shifts?
  • 3The activity director is highly praised by families; could you walk us through a typical week of activities and how you tailor them to residents with different interests?
  • 4Since the facility has a smaller capacity of 50 residents, how does this size influence the way you handle personalized care plans compared to larger institutions?
  • 5In light of the recent health inspection results, what is your process for addressing and rectifying deficiencies to ensure a higher standard of care moving forward?
  • 6How do you coordinate with local hospitals or emergency services when a resident requires urgent medical attention beyond what can be provided on-site?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

Since day one they have been wonderful. I have never even come close to this type of except one other place. Ashley our activity director is awesome as are Sharon,Grace, Barbara.

Resident · 2025★★★★★

They do a wonderful job with the residents there and are very good with the visitors.

Visitor · 2021★★★★★

Wonderful place to be when the need arises.

Visitor · 2023★★★★★
Source: 10 Google reviews

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

5

measures

Worse Than Avg

5

measures

Mixed Results

6

measures

Long-Stay Residents
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.4%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.4%
US
15.3%
MN
21.4%
Redwood
11.9%
🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility24.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
24.8%
US
19.4%
MN
24.5%
Redwood
13.0%
🩹

Residents with pressure sores (bedsores)

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
4.9%
MN
5.3%
Redwood
8.6%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility23.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
23.2%
US
15.5%
MN
17.0%
Redwood
15.4%
💉

Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility89.3%
Worse than Avg
Here
89.3%
US
95.5%
MN
96.1%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility13.5%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
13.5%
US
19.5%
MN
12.5%
Redwood
18.6%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility91.8%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
91.8%
US
81.8%
MN
88.3%
Redwood
94.7%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility0.0%
Better than Avg
Here
0.0%
US
1.6%
MN
1.8%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

25deficiencies
2penalties
Well above state avg (8.0)
28 complaint-triggered

Families have filed numerous complaints triggering 26 of 54 total deficiencies at Valley View Manor, raising significant concerns about resident safety and care quality. The most recurring issues involve abuse reporting and investigation procedures, care planning and assessments, and infection control practices. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the persistent pattern of complaint-driven violations across multiple areas suggests ongoing systemic problems that families should carefully investigate before considering this facility.

Apr 20, 2026Complaint
2
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.

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.

Nov 19, 2025Complaint
11
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.

0867Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

0605Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

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.

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.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0658Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0842Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

0849Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

May 14, 2025Routine
13
0726Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

0802Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

0838Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Administration Deficiencies

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0511Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

0605Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

0641Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

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.

0657Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0849Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0881Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

0883Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

May 14, 2025Complaint
1
0554Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Aug 27, 2024Complaint
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.

Jun 24, 2024Complaint
1
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.

Federal Penalties

Fine

Nov 19, 2025

$125,300

Payment Denial

Aug 21, 2023

33-day denial

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Valley View Manor Hcc

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Ephram Lahasky

Chain Size

23 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 1.9/5 · Rank 16 of 26 (Worst)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Arem, Jeffrey

Owner

13%

Katz, Abe

Owner

21%

Key personnel

Dorr-Jones, ShawnaW-2 Managing EmployeeGoeritz, ThomasW-2 Managing Employee
Source: Medicare provider data

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