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Avalon Care Center – Sonora
19929 Greenley Road, Sonora, CA 95370
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Avalon Care Center – Sonora Description
AVALON CARE CENTER-SONORA is located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Our 210 bed community features long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services. While we are a large facility we still have a homelike feel, caring staff, beautiful facility and a courtyard perfect for relaxing.
The Journeys Community is a secured part of the facility for those loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Avalon Sonora’s nursing department can handle many medical needs 24 hours a day, including of but not limited to, wound care, medication management, feeding tubes and more.
The Outstanding Therapy department is an intricate part of the team consisting of Physical, Occupational and/or Speech Therapy working with our Short Stay Patients and Long-Term Residents. We provide outpatient services for those in the community needing therapy services.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews of Avalon and similar facilities have shown a wide range of experiences, from highly positive to deeply concerning. Some reviewers have praised the compassionate staff, caring administration, and the quality of care provided to their loved ones, highlighting improvements in the facility and the responsiveness of the staff to residents' needs. Positive experiences also include detailed care plans, personalized attention to residents' preferences, and exceptional acts of kindness from the staff.
On the other hand, some reviews have raised serious concerns about the level of care and the facility's environment. Complaints include unclean rooms, neglectful treatment from some staff members, issues with meal times and the quality of food, and a lack of professionalism. These negative experiences have led some to seek alternative facilities for their loved ones.
Despite the mixed reviews, there are recurring themes of dedicated staff members going above and beyond for the residents and their families, suggesting that while no facility is perfect, there are efforts being made to address concerns and improve the quality of care. However, the negative experiences shared by some reviewers highlight the importance of thorough research and consideration when choosing a care facility for a loved one.
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Health
Community Amenities
Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 1
Health inspection rating: 1
Staffing rating: 3
Quality measure rating: 2
Long-term quality measure rating:
1
Short-term quality measure rating:
3
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: June 15, 1999
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 210
Total current residents: 118
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 30
Number of
substantiated complaints: 45
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 2
Total cost of fines: $13852
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2023-06-29 | 2023-07-05 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Construction Deficiencies | Use approved construction type or materials. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. |
| 2019-11-19 | 2019-12-09 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2019-01-29 | 2019-02-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-01-29 | 2019-02-12 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2019-01-29 | 2019-02-12 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-01-29 | 2019-02-12 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2019-01-29 | 2019-02-12 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2018-03-21 | $34,912 |
| 2020-07-27 | $20,000 |
| 2020-11-13 | $6,929 |
| 2020-11-13 | $10,660 |
| 2021-07-01 | $6,923 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Oakdale which is 30.3 miles away and has a population of 22,259 (small town).
- The average income is $72,526, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 84
- Low Temperature: 44
- Average Temperature: 62.4
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 82 days of rain, 4 days of snow and 278 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.3 inches a year
- The crime rate is 5.95 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.23 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 2.51 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 1.65 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.47 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 177.0, Moderate Days 3.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Safeway
0.6 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
0.7 miles awayGrocery Outlet
0.9 miles awayBarendregt's Grocery
3.8 miles awayTwain Harte Market
8.6 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
YARTS Jamestown
3.8 miles awayBanks
El Dorado Savings Bank
11.9 miles awayBank of Stockton
12.3 miles awayFirst American Title
12.7 miles awayBank of America
18.8 miles awayWells Fargo
22.5 miles awayHospitals
Adventist Health Sonora
0.4 miles awayMark Twain Medical Center
21.9 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
1.4 miles awayTwain Harte Pharmacy
8.7 miles awayRite Aid
12.4 miles awayMeadowmont Pharmacy
17.8 miles awayNone Found
Parks
Coffill Park
1.0 miles awayCoffils Park
1.0 miles awaySonora Knolls
1.0 miles awayFoster's Prospectors Park
1.2 miles awayMother Lode Fairgrounds
1.3 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Saint Anne's Church
3.9 miles awayNone Found
Culture
Me-Wuk Cultural Center
3.4 miles awayThe Wild Rose
3.8 miles awayIronstone Amphitheatre
11.1 miles awayBlack Bart Playhouse
11.9 miles awayTNT Theater
16.2 miles awayRestaurants
Applebee's
0.6 miles awayThe Peppery Gar & Brill
0.9 miles awayDiamondback Grill
1.0 miles awayBanny's
3.2 miles awayWillow Steakhouse and
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