Desert Canyon Post Acute, LLC is a care facility in Lancaster, California, primarily offering services in nursing-home care with additional support for assisted living. The facility, certified by Medicare and Medicaid since August 1, 1970, accommodates up to 96 residents and provides a range of care services and amenities designed to cater to diverse resident needs. Among the services offered are restorative therapy, pain management, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and wound care. The facility also provides medication coordination and dialysis services, as well as hosting resident and family counseling sessions. To enhance the quality of life, amenities such as laundry and dry cleaning, a barber/beauty salon, and various clubs and communities are available to residents.
Despite the extensive range of services at Desert Canyon Post Acute, LLC, reviews from residents and their families reveal variability in care quality and staff interaction. Common concerns include issues with communication, follow-up processes, and instances where residents have developed infections during their stay. Some complaints highlight a lack of adequate physical therapy, perceived negligence, and unresponsiveness to urgent medical needs, coupled with reports of negative interactions and unprofessional behavior by certain staff. These concerns contrast with some positive accounts praising specific staff members for their dedication in emergencies, and the comforting proximity to a hospital. These mixed experiences point to overall satisfactory care for some, although the highlighted areas, especially regarding communication and professionalism, indicate significant avenues for improvement.
Costs at this community start at $1,750 and range up to $9,050. The average price in the community is $5,400, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,741. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
