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Antelope Valley Care Center

44567 North 15Th St. West, Lancaster, CA 93534

Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(661) 949-5524

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $6,447

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,500
  • Average State Price: $7,474
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Antelope Valley Care Center Description

    Antelope Valley Care Center is a community that offers nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in Lancaster, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 making it the 11th highest rated community in the city out of 13 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    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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    Community Reviews

    5.9
    Antelope Valley Care Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 32 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 9 out of 13 communities in Lancaster
  • Ranking in State: 3232 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Facility and Grounds C

    Care A

    Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of the care facility are mixed, with some expressing severe dissatisfaction while others praise the staff and environment:

    • Several reviewers criticized the facility for poor treatment of their loved ones, including neglect and unprofessional behavior from the staff. Concerns about cleanliness, safety, and staff responsiveness were highlighted.
    • Complaints about the lack of phones in rooms due to COVID-19 restrictions were mentioned, contrasting with other facilities that provide this service.
    • Some reviews mentioned the facility being clean, friendly, and having spacious rooms. The quality of food and the professionalism of the staff were also praised.
    • Positive experiences included effective rehabilitation services, attentive care from specific staff members, and a sense of family and community within the facility.
    • However, there were serious allegations of discrimination, unprofessional behavior towards employees, and mismanagement, particularly over the weekends when staff seemed overwhelmed.
    • A few reviewers recommended the facility based on their personal or their loved ones' positive experiences, highlighting the care, cleanliness, and the efforts of specific staff members to go above and beyond in their duties.
    • On the other hand, some reviews called for a thorough investigation into the facility's practices, citing instances of neglect that led to severe consequences, including the death of a family member.
    • One review mentioned the facility being state-run with high fees but not delivering the expected level of care or communication, especially for those holding power of attorney.

    Overall, the reviews suggest a deeply divided opinion on the quality of care provided, with some finding it a welcoming and effective place for rehabilitation and long-term care, while others experienced or observed significant issues that raise concerns about overall management and staff conduct.


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    Health

    Post-surgical Recovery

    Cardiac Rehabilitation

    Rehabilitation from Knee, Hip, or Shoulder Reconstruction

    Recovery from Stroke

    Recovery from Heart Attack

    Treatment of Infection Requiring Intravenous Antibiotics


    Services

    Admissions Processed 24/7

    RNs On Duty and Onsite 24 Hours/Day


    Room Amenities

    Electric High/Low Beds

    Cable TV

    Wi-Fi Available


    Transportation

    Transportation Services



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Feb. 22, 1991
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 199
    Total current residents: 138
    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: 14
    Number of substantiated complaints: 22
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 4
    Total cost of fines: $94741


    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.

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    The 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.

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    The 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.

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    The 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.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health 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
    2022-03-15 2022-04-01 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-03-15 2022-04-01 F Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2022-03-15 2022-04-01 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2022-03-15 2022-04-01 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2022-03-15 2022-04-01 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-15 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-15 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-15 E Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-15 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-15 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-09-24 2019-10-15 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 D Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2018-09-20 2018-10-08 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2017-09-22 $39,745
    2022-04-06 $15,568
    2022-04-06 $19,460
    2022-08-01 $17,193
    2022-08-01 $15,000
    2023-02-08 $19,500
    2023-02-08 $30,000
    2023-03-06 $42,480

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2017-09-22 8

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Lancaster which is 1.2 miles away and has a population of 161,103 (small city).
    • The average income is $45,061, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 45
      • Average Temperature: 63.9
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 49 days of rain, 2 days of snow and 313 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.4 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 30.9 years old, very low compared to other cities.
    • 4.9% of the population are Veterans which is a average percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 10.7% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 4% Asian, 16% Black or African-American, 26% Hispanic or Latino, and 51% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.56 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 18.0, Moderate Days 131.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 21.0, Unhealthy Days 12.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Vallarta
    0.5 miles away
    On the Blvd Market
    0.9 miles away
    The Whole Wheatery
    0.9 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.0 miles away
    Food 4 Less
    1.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Lancaster Blvd & 15th St W
    0.1 miles away
    15th St W & Lancaster Blvd
    0.2 miles away
    Route 11
    0.4 miles away
    15th St W & Ave J
    0.6 miles away
    Ave J & 15th St W
    0.6 miles away

    Banks

    Antelope Valley Bank
    0.6 miles away
    California Bank And Trust
    0.7 miles away
    Chase
    0.7 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.7 miles away
    Edwards Federal Credit Union
    1.0 miles away

    Hospitals

    Antelope Valley Hospital
    0.6 miles away
    Kaiser Permanente
    2.2 miles away
    Palmdale Regional Medical Center
    7.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Burns Pharmacy
    0.6 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    0.7 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    1.0 miles away
    Walgreens
    5.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Family Dentist
    0.5 miles away
    Michael L. Glass, DDS General Dentisty
    0.6 miles away
    Eric Wada D. D. S.
    0.7 miles away
    Lancaster Dental Care Associates
    0.9 miles away
    Nathan Y, LI, D, D, D., INC
    1.0 miles away

    Parks

    Lancaster
    0.5 miles away
    American Heroes Park
    0.7 miles away
    Jane Reynolds Park/Webber Pool
    0.9 miles away
    Whit Carter Park
    1.1 miles away
    Mariposa Park
    1.3 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Our Sons Plaza
    0.7 miles away

    Culture

    Lancaster Performing Arts Center
    0.7 miles away
    Marie Kerr Park Amphitheatre
    6.7 miles away
    The Palmdale Amphitheater
    6.7 miles away
    Antelope Valley Community Arts Center
    8.7 miles away
    Pearblossom Arts Center
    19.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Crazy Otto's
    0.4 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    0.5 miles away
    Denny's
    0.6 miles away
    Giannini's
    0.6 miles away
    IHOP
    0.7 miles away

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