Villa Maria Health and Rehab Ctr
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and patient nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 6 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is an excellent choice if you prioritize a clean environment and a staff that treats residents with high levels of dignity and patience. While most recent feedback is overwhelmingly positive, there is a lack of detail in several reviews, so you may want to visit in person to verify the current quality of care.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
6 reviews on Google“Families can expect a compassionate and professional care environment, particularly noted for how well the staff handles difficult transitions for new residents. The facility is praised for its cleanliness and the dignity with which staff treat patients, though there is a single instance of a very low rating that lacks context.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and patient nursing staff
- Clean and beautiful facility
- Smooth transition process for new residents
- High level of resident dignity
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 6 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your staffing rating is quite high; how do you ensure that the great care provided by your team remains consistent across all shifts?
- 2With the recent improvements mentioned in your facility updates, what specific steps are being taken to address the areas noted in recent health inspections?
- 3What kind of daily activities or social events do you have planned to keep the residents engaged and connected with each other?
- 4In the event of a medical emergency during the night, what is the specific protocol for notifying the family and coordinating with doctors?
- 5How does the staff manage personalized care for each resident to ensure their specific health needs and preferences are always met?
- 6What is the process for families to stay involved and communicate with the nursing staff regarding any changes in a loved one's condition?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The nurses and aides, were exceptionally kind and patient, treating him with such dignity. I always see smiling faces and feel an incredible positive transition.”
“Professional, Caring, Clean, and they really CARE about their residents and it shows. Also, the Facility itself is also clean and beautiful.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents who lost too much weight
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
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 has a serious complaint-triggered deficiency for resident abuse protection that families reported, though it was corrected. The facility shows persistent problems with fire safety systems, building safety, and emergency preparedness across multiple surveys, with issues recurring in fire alarm maintenance and exit accessibility. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the pattern of repeated safety violations suggests ongoing operational challenges that families should discuss during visits.
Feb 25, 2026Routine2
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Mar 25, 2025Complaint1
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 11, 2024Routine8
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Nov 8, 2023Routine10
Smoke Deficiencies
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
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.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Villa Maria Health and Rehab Ctr
for profit
Ownership & Management
Owners
Kutz, Lawrence
Owner
Key personnel
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