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Watsonville Post Acute Center
525 Auto Center Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
The reviews for this senior living facility present a mixed picture, with several concerning reports alongside a few positive experiences. Some reviewers express serious concerns about the care and management of the facility, including:
- Lack of respect and care for residents, especially in handling end-of-life situations.
- Comparisons to a prison, with restricted visitations and unprofessional staff.
- Reports of mistreatment and neglect, including physical harm and decreased mobility.
- Issues with cleanliness, noise, and overall maintenance of the facility.
- Complaints about lost personal belongings and inadequate staffing.
However, there are also reviews that highlight positive aspects:
- Some reviewers commend the caregiving and nursing staff for their hard work and compassion.
- Positive remarks about the therapy programs and activities available.
- Notices of clean facilities and efforts to take good care of residents.
Overall, the reviews suggest a facility with significant areas for improvement, particularly in terms of staff training, resident care, and facility management. Prospective residents and their families may want to consider these reviews carefully and conduct thorough research or visits to make an informed decision.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 3
Health inspection rating: 2
Staffing rating: 2
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Aug. 9, 1968
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 95
Total current residents: 90
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: 8
Number of
substantiated complaints: 1
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 1
Total cost of fines: $650
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-12-14 | 2021-12-27 | D | Construction Deficiencies | Use approved construction type or materials. |
| 2021-12-14 | 2021-12-27 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. |
| 2021-12-14 | 2021-12-27 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. |
| 2021-12-14 | 2021-12-27 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2021-12-14 | 2021-12-27 | C | Smoke Deficiencies | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. |
| 2021-12-14 | 2021-12-27 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2021-12-14 | 2021-12-27 | D | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. |
| 2019-07-25 | 2019-08-07 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2018-06-06 | 2018-06-21 | D | Construction Deficiencies | Use approved construction type or materials. |
| 2018-06-06 | 2018-06-21 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2018-06-06 | 2018-06-21 | D | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2018-06-06 | 2018-06-21 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2018-06-06 | 2018-06-21 | D | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
Health Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-06-14 | 2023-07-03 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | E | 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. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-04 | E | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-07 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2021-12-31 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-04 | D | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Post nurse staffing information every day. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-05 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-07 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | D | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | E | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-06 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-07 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-06 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Keep all essential equipment working safely. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-03 | F | Environmental Deficiencies | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
| 2021-12-13 | 2022-01-04 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2021-11-05 | 2021-12-01 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-06-04 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-06-04 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-06-04 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-06-04 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-06-04 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-06-04 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2019-05-16 | 2019-06-04 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-10-06 | 2020-10-16 | D | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| 2020-12-11 | 2021-01-08 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | D | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | D | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | E | 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. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | E | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | D | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | E | Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | F | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| 2018-04-27 | 2018-06-15 | E | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
Fines
| Fine Date | Fine Amount |
|---|---|
| 2021-09-13 | $650 |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Watsonville which is 0.9 miles away and has a population of 53,628 (large town).
- The average income is $62,848, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 73
- Low Temperature: 53
- Average Temperature: 63.5
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 66 days of rain and 298 days of sun
- Precipitation: 0.9 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.41 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 170.0, Moderate Days 11.0, 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
La Princesa Market
0.3 miles awayNob Hill Foods
0.7 miles awayDon Rafa's
1.1 miles awaySafeway
1.4 miles awayFarm Fresh Produce
1.7 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Main Street & Pennsylvania Drive
0.3 miles awayMain Street & Auto Center Drive
0.3 miles awayMain Street & Rodriguez Street
0.3 miles awayFreedom Boulevard & Portola Circle
0.4 miles awayFreedom Boulevard & Stanford Street
0.4 miles awayBanks
Chase
0.6 miles awayBay Federal Credit Union
1.4 miles awayBank of America
7.7 miles awayWachovia
8.6 miles awaySanta Cruz County Bank
8.8 miles awayHospitals
Watsonville Community Hospital
1.4 miles awayDoctors on Duty
9.7 miles awaySutter Maternity & Surgery Center
12.5 miles awayDominican Hospital
12.8 miles awaySanta Cruz Post Acute Rehab
12.9 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
0.5 miles awayWalgreens
1.1 miles awayRite Aid
1.4 miles awaySanta Cruz Mountain Naturals
7.7 miles awayCVS/pharmacy
10.4 miles awayDentists
Clinica De Salud Del Valle
10.5 miles awayOpal Cliffs Professional Building
11.3 miles awayDental Office of Dawn Pan
11.4 miles awayLowell O. Tan, D.D.S.
11.8 miles awayEdward L. Vines, D.D.S., P.C.
11.8 miles awayParks
Ramsay Park
0.3 miles awayyes
0.3 miles awayStarlight Park
0.3 miles awayGonzalez Pocket Park
0.4 miles awayMemorial Pocket Park
0.4 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Walt Eller Center
11.4 miles awayCapitola Mall
11.6 miles awayGilroy Premium Outlets
13.1 miles awayNorthridge Mall
15.1 miles awayValley Center
18.9 miles awayCulture
Watsonville Auditorium
1.0 miles awayCampfire Center
4.1 miles awayAmphitheater
4.6 miles awayLakeside Amphitheater
9.6 miles awayAmphitheatre
11.4 miles awayRestaurants
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
1.0 miles awayTaqueria Mi Tierra
1.0 miles awayStaw Hat Pizza
1.4 miles awayEl Michacano
1.4 miles awayProps
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