Vivo Healthcare Meadows
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 29 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.
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (7 vs median 6.0)
- High RN turnover (56%)
Bottom 25% in FL · Below recommended RN staffing · Worst in VIVO HEALTHCARE chain · $50,076 in fines
What this means for your family
While the facility is widely praised for its warm staff and clean environment, the reports of medication delays and communication breakdowns are serious red flags. When touring, ask specifically about their process for medication administration and how they ensure family members are updated on changes in a resident's health status.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
29 reviews on Google“Vivo Healthcare Meadows receives high praise for its compassionate, professional staff and clean, welcoming environment. However, some families have reported critical lapses in medical care, including medication delays and poor communication regarding patient health needs.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm, compassionate nursing staff
- Clean and well-maintained facility
- Strong therapy department
- Professional and responsive leadership
Concerns
- Medication management and medical care delays (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Poor communication between staff and families (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
Tap a year to see what changed
Distribution · 31 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your team is very active in responding to online feedback; how do you incorporate that family input into your daily communication processes?
- 2Given that medication management is a top priority for our family, could you walk us through your current process for ensuring timely and accurate administration?
- 3What steps is the facility taking to improve the dining experience and nutritional variety for residents?
- 4With seven recent state violations, what specific quality improvement initiatives are currently underway to address these regulatory findings?
- 5How does your nursing team coordinate with families to ensure they stay informed about changes in a resident's health status?
- 6Beyond the therapy department, what kind of daily social or recreational activities are available to keep residents engaged and active?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff is exceptional and the building is clean and welcoming. Definitely would recommend it. Ask for Brittnay!”
“The staff at Vivo Healthcare Meadows communicates well with family and other care partners. Brittney brings a very positive attitude to the facility and provides exceptional support and knowledge to patients and their families.”
“Do NOT take your loved one to this facility!!! It is filthy, there is ZERO communication between staff - no one knows what’s going on.”
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 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 who lost too much weight
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents needing more daily help over time
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 shows concerning patterns with families filing nine complaint reports leading to deficiencies over recurring issues. The most frequent problems involve care planning and assessment, daily care assistance, and facility safety and cleanliness. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the same issues persist across multiple surveys from 2022-2024, suggesting ongoing struggles with fundamental care quality and environmental maintenance that families should carefully evaluate.
Feb 10, 2026Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Dec 23, 2025Complaint1
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Oct 3, 2024Routine4
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
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Oct 3, 2024Complaint3
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Apr 3, 2024Complaint2
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Jun 23, 2023Routine24
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Administration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
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.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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.
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 activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Jun 23, 2023
$50,076
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Vivo Healthcare Meadows
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Vivo Healthcare
15 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 2.7/5 · Rank 9 of 11 (Worst)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Tarpon Holdco LLC
Owner · Organization
Jek Irrv Tr II
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Nmj Irrv Tr II
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Sf Trust Holdco LLC
Owner (parent company) · Organization
Gluck, Benjamin
Owner (parent company)
Friedland, Shalom
Owner (parent company)
Jakobovits, Nathan
Owner (parent company)
Kagan, Jeffrey
Owner (parent company)
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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