Meadowlake Estates in Oklahoma City, OK, is a senior living community primarily providing skilled nursing care for its residents. The facility supports individuals who require extensive medical supervision and assistance with daily living activities. Meadowlake Estates offers a range of services, such as 24-hour skilled nursing care, outpatient rehabilitation, and continuing care options. Residents have access to physical, occupational, and speech therapies, which are essential for recovery and maintaining quality of life. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and has been a Medicare participant since April 26, 1996. Meadowlake Estates uses Care Innovations QuietCare and an electronic Medication Administration Record to enhance care management and efficiency. Additional services include respite care, resident and family counseling, and laundry/dry cleaning services, with a current occupancy of 114 residents. The facility is in association with Saint Louis University Hospital for advanced medical support when necessary, ensuring a comprehensive care plan for all residents.
Despite these offerings, resident and family reviews express significant concerns about the quality of care and staff behavior. Many reviews highlight issues with rude staff behavior, especially at night, leading to unaddressed calls and negligence in patient care. Complaints point to improper medical attention regarding medication dosages and managing serious conditions like urinary tract infections and diabetes. Staffing shortages reportedly contribute to these challenges, emphasizing the need for increased key staff and reducing administrative costs for improved care delivery. While the facility's cleanliness is sometimes noted, criticisms focus on poor food quality and sanitation during weekends. Some staff members, like Selena and Patrick, are acknowledged positively, demonstrating dedication if adequately supported by administration. There is an overarching need for better adherence to dietary requirements and more informed handling of specific patient care areas such as wound and diabetes management.
Costs at this community start at $5,597 and range up to $5,775. The average price in the community is $5,686, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,508. 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.
