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Cedarwood Post Acute

1090 Rio Lane

4.3(83 ratings)· Sacramento average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
51
Facility size
Small 51-bed skilled nursing facility
Bathroom setup
Shared bathrooms between two patient rooms
Staffing ratio reported
CNAs reported managing 10-15 patients per shift
Therapy structure
PT and OT sessions sometimes combined, not separate

What Families Think

Cedarwood Post-Acute is a small, 51-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in Sacramento with a mixed reputation: many reviewers praise the caring staff, cleanliness, and food, while a significant number of others describe serious lapses in hygiene, call-light response, wound care, and communication. Ratings are largely polarized between very positive and very negative experiences, suggesting inconsistency in day-to-day care quality.

The Good

  • Many reviewers call staff caring and attentive
  • Multiple mentions of clean facility and rooms
  • Positive comments on food quality
  • Occupational therapy praised as well-staffed and effective
  • Small, family-like setting noted by reviewers
  • Admissions and rehab team engage closely with families

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of slow or ignored call light response
  • Several reviews describe dirty rooms, sheets, or bathrooms
  • One detailed report of neglected wound care and infection
  • One report of CNAs handling 10-15 patients per shift
  • Multiple complaints about poor communication and difficulty reaching staff
  • One report of shared bathrooms between rooms with limited shower access

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Cedarwood Post Acute is a senior living community in Sacramento, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 52 reviews.

About Cedarwood Post Acute

Cedarwood Post-Acute is a 51-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Sacramento, California. The community offers both short-term treatment and long-term care in a smaller-scale setting, with an interdisciplinary team approach to patient-centered care. Treatment goals and care plans are individualized following a thorough evaluation to ensure each patient's specialized needs are met.

Rehabilitation services include physical therapy focused on helping patients regain their highest functional level of independence, occupational therapy to assist with adapting to social and physical environments and mastering daily living tasks, and speech therapy addressing communication, swallowing, and cognition.

The facility is described as bright with an open layout, and residents have noted clean surroundings, responsive staff, and quality food service. The admissions team and rehab director meet with families during tours to understand individual needs.

Located in Sacramento, the community benefits from the city's tree-lined streets, riverfront parks, and mild climate, with nearby walking paths along the American and Sacramento Rivers. Sacramento's central location and access to leading medical centers and specialists support both post-acute recovery and long-term care, while also allowing families to stay closely connected.

Types of Care at Cedarwood Post Acute

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Cedarwood Post Acute

4.3overall · 83 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (52) · 4.3★ on Yelp (31) · Yelp page ↗

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Franciel S.

Jul 2026

via Yelp

My family member is receiving rehabilitation care. He has received physical therapy with a goal of strengthening core and also working on his breathing. He is 68 years old and has congenital heart failure. The quality of care is satisfactory. His only major concern is the room temperature is very cold. However, he has a tendency to keep his room door closed and it doesn't allow the air to circulate properly. The staff is friendly. There are no bad smells in the facility when I visit.

J

John M.

Jul 2026

via Yelp

The staff at cedarwood is so nice I was so pleased and they're caring and organized and clean we really appreciate it a lot thank you

S

Sonia H.

Jul 2026

via Yelp

The staff is very friendly and attentive. I was nervous at first, but all is good. My mom is being taken care of.

Haley B.

Jun 2026

via Yelp

its so bad!! do ehat is best for you and don't go rver!! never will i ever in my life go back there!!

J

Joy F.

Jun 2026

via Yelp

The staff was super friendly and professionally. Greeted is with a smile and appreciation. The patients were amazing and put a smile on our face!

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Government Inspection History

11 inspection visits in the last three years, 78 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jun 13, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard15 citations
  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 30, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 30, 2025

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 30, 2025

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 15, 2025

  • Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 15, 2025

Nov 21, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

Nov 15, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 22, 2024

Oct 2, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 14, 2024

Aug 23, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard28 citations
  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 11, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024

  • Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Sep 27, 2024

Aug 7, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 20, 2024

Jun 13, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 20, 2024

Jan 10, 2024Health Complaint4 citations
  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 24, 2024

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 24, 2024

  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 24, 2024

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 24, 2024

Nov 27, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 7, 2023

Aug 21, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 31, 2023

Jun 29, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard24 citations
  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Provide appropriate foot care.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 7, 2023

  • Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 25, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Cedarwood Post Acute offer?

Cedarwood Post Acute offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

How much does Cedarwood Post Acute cost?

Cedarwood Post Acute has not published its pricing. For context, communities in Sacramento that publish rates start around $5,350 per month at the median. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection, so contact the community for a quote.

Where is Cedarwood Post Acute located?

Cedarwood Post Acute is located at 1090 Rio Lane in Sacramento, California.

What do families say about Cedarwood Post Acute?

Cedarwood Post-Acute is a small, 51-bed skilled nursing and rehab facility in Sacramento with a mixed reputation: many reviewers praise the caring staff, cleanliness, and food, while a significant number of others describe serious lapses in hygiene, call-light response, wound care, and communication. Ratings are largely polarized between very positive and very negative experiences, suggesting inconsistency in day-to-day care quality.

How did Cedarwood Post Acute do on recent health and safety inspections?

Cedarwood Post Acute had 11 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 78 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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