Meadowood Nursing Center

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies

National median: 7

17 above national median

Total federal penalties

$91,067

Abuse citation

CMS has cited this facility for abuse in one of the two most recent reporting cycles.

CMS data as of March 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing

National median: 4.12 hrs

3.59 hrs below national median

Registered nurse (RN)

0.21 hrs

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

1.11 hrs

Certified nursing aide (CNA)

2.71 hrs

Physical therapy

0.07 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating stable at 1 stars across 18 data points.

Facility profile

Type

Skilled Nursing Facility · Hospice · Assisted living facility · Nursing agency

Capacity

99 certified beds · ~95 avg residents/day (96% occupancy)

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

Payment accepted

Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Meadowood Nursing Center is a for-profit, individually owned 99-bed skilled nursing facility located in Clearlake, California. According to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, the facility holds one-star ratings for its overall performance, staffing levels, and health inspections. While its core operational categories are rated at the lowest level, the facility maintains a four-star rating for its clinical quality measures.

Location

3805 Dexter Ln, Clearlake, 95422, Clearlake, CA

Recent reviews

• Barbara Wright ★★★★★ February 7, 2026

  The staff was very nice.i use to be a CNA in lakeport.35 years ago. So I know what your all about. I really liked the activity room you had a lot of patience with the people that's really means something with the people.keep up the good work

• Alexis Weiss ★☆☆☆☆ January 30, 2026

  Elder Rights | False Imprisonment | California Law Meadowood nursing center Clearlake California. This statement is being made to document and publicly address serious civil rights and elder abuse concerns involving Meadowood Nursing Home in Clearlake California, and the response of local law enforcement on January 28, 2026. My family member was admitted to Meadowwood voluntarily. He is not conserved, not under court order, and not subject to any psychiatric or medical hold. He has been there for months wanting to leave. On January 28, 2026, he attempted to leave the facility a right explicitly protected under federal and California law. That same day, he underwent cognitive testing and passed with full capacity, demonstrating that he was alert, oriented, and capable of making his own medical and personal decisions. Despite this: • Facility staff physically blocked exits • Staff placed their hands on him and pulled his arms to prevent departure • Family members attempting to assist were interfered with • Law enforcement was called solely to prevent him from leaving They have locked doors preventing family members to get in and for him to get out. At no point did Meadowood staff present a lawful detention order, conservatorship, or physician-initiated hold because none existed. Under California Penal Code §236, false imprisonment is defined as: “The unlawful violation of the personal liberty of another.” False imprisonment does not require locked doors or incarceration. It includes physical restraint, blocking exits, intimidation, or coercion. Under 42 CFR §483.10 (Federal Nursing Home Reform Act) and California Title 22, residents retain the right to: • Leave a nursing facility at will if not legally restricted • Refuse treatment and placement • Be free from physical or chemical restraints • Be free from coercion, intimidation, or retaliation • Maintain privacy during visits A nursing facility does not possess authority to detain a competent adult simply because it disagrees with the resident’s decision. Administrative inconvenience does not override constitutional liberty. When Clearlake police department arrived, family members cited California resident rights law and Ombudsman protections. These were dismissed as “not true,” and my family member was compelled to return inside the facility. This response is deeply concerning. Under Welfare & Institutions Code §15610.07, elder abuse includes: • Physical abuse • False imprisonment • Neglect • Mental suffering • Deprivation of rights Law enforcement intervention that facilitates unlawful detention even unintentionally may enable elder abuse rather than prevent it. Training deficiencies in elder rights law place vulnerable adults at risk and undermine the purpose of protective services. During his stay, our family documented the following concerns: • Severe understaffing • Termination of the facility physician with no consistent medical oversight • Repeated requests for UTI testing ignored for more than two months • UTI confirmed positive once finally tested ( with threats of us, bringing him to the ER ourselves ) It is well established in geriatric medicine that untreated UTIs can result in delirium, sepsis, kidney failure, and death.

• Charlene Lopez ★★★★★ December 13, 2025

  Staff and visit was wonderful

• arthurlittleton58 ★★★★★ December 13, 2025

  It was clean and smelled good and the staff we're all working, and I didn't hear anyone complaining about anything while I was there, and I've visited my nephew twice now!

• Frank Soares ★★★★★ October 9, 2025

  The place was clean! No photos, trust me!

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Meadowood Nursing Center?

Meadowood Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars.

How did Meadowood Nursing Center score on health inspections?

Meadowood Nursing Center received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Meadowood Nursing Center?

Meadowood Nursing Center has a staffing rating of 1 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Meadowood Nursing Center have?

Meadowood Nursing Center has 99 certified beds.

Does Meadowood Nursing Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Meadowood Nursing Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Where is Meadowood Nursing Center located?

Meadowood Nursing Center is located at 3805 Dexter Ln, Clearlake, 95422, Clearlake, California.

How can I contact Meadowood Nursing Center?

You can reach Meadowood Nursing Center by phone at +1 707-994-7738.

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