Overall Review of San Joaquin Nursing Center And Rehabilitation Cent
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Activities keep residents engaged
Activities are a bright spot, with residents described as staying busy and involved.
A large share of reviews describe an active activities calendar, including group events, arts and crafts, and activities that help residents stay socially engaged. Several families say their loved ones were in better spirits because of the activity programming. Even in reviews that are otherwise critical of care, residentsâ activities are sometimes mentioned as the only part that seems to keep working consistently.
common12 reviews mention this
Therapy support is a major focus
Rehab and physical therapy are frequently described as purposeful and helpful.
Many residents and visitors mention therapy as a key part of the experience, describing physical therapy staff as professional, attentive, and focused on helping patients improve mobility and strength. Some reviews praise the rehab team for pushing when needed and helping patients get back toward going home. A smaller set of reviews raise the opposite concernâtherapy time is described as limited or not delivered consistentlyâso results appear to depend heavily on staffing and day-to-day execution.
caveat25 reviews mention this
Care quality varies with staffing
Residents and families report major inconsistency in timely care and medication handling.
Across multiple negative reviews, families describe delays responding to call lights and difficulty getting basic needs met promptly. Several reviewers also mention medication problems, including requests not being followed, medication timing concerns, or medication errors. Some reviews describe falls and worsening health after missed or delayed attention, while others say communication between staff was insufficient. A few positive reviews contrast this by praising nurses and CNAs for being responsive, suggesting the experience can differ significantly between units and shifts.
caveat16 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and room condition split reviews
Cleanliness and odor are recurring themes, with both positive and negative reports.
Some reviews describe the facility as clean with no unpleasant smells, and praise room upkeep and updates. Others report odors, dirty rooms, and conditions they found uncomfortable, including comments about rooms being overheated and overcrowded. Several negative reviews also mention hygiene-related issues and inadequate cleaning. The overall picture is mixed: cleanliness seems to be a concern that isnât experienced the same way by every family.
common18 reviews mention this
Nursing staff described as both warm and rude
Staff attitudes show up strongly in reviews, ranging from very supportive to harsh and unprofessional.
A number of reviews say nurses and CNAs are friendly, caring, and supportive, describing staff as patient, professional, and willing to help quickly when possible. Several reviewers even highlight specific caregivers by name and describe feeling respected and heard. At the same time, many critical reviews say staff were rude, dismissive, or unwilling to respond, and describe a lack of empathy. Taken together, reviews portray strong relationships with some caregivers but significant dissatisfaction with how care is handled in other instances.
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Features
Housing
99 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Meadows (4 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Hospitals
Golden Livingcenter (0 miles)
Memorial Hospital - Bakersfield (0.2 miles)
Physicians Plaza Surgery Center Healthsouth (0.3 miles)
San Joaquin Community Hospital (0.9 miles)
Kern Medical Center (1.5 miles)
Kern Emergency Physicians (2.1 miles)
Kern Medical Center (2.2 miles)
Physicians
Felizarta Franco MD (0.1 miles)
Lagunda Jose Md (0.1 miles)
Kiron Thomas, MD (0.1 miles)
Premier Medical Associates (0.1 miles)
Mehta Anil MD (0.2 miles)
John Raymond Owens (0.2 miles)
Kaiser Permanente Medical Group (0.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Greggs Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
V & G Collective (1 miles)
Rite Aid (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Kern Medical Campus Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.3 miles)
Rite Aid (2.4 miles)
Restaurants
Burger King (0.3 miles)
Frosty (0.6 miles)
Jack In The Box (0.7 miles)
24th Street Cafe (1 miles)
Nuestro Mexico Restaurant (1 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (1 miles)
Jack In The Box (1.1 miles)
Theaters
Fox Theater, Events Line (1.3 miles)
Maya Bakersfield 16 (1.6 miles)
Transportation
Amtrak (1.4 miles)
BNSF Railway Co. (1.7 miles)
Bakersfield college, New Get Bus Transit (2.4 miles)
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99 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Meadows (4 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Vibrant activities program and responsive social services.
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