Carter Ehlers
Jun 2026
Highly recommend this place! Amazing care and they really cater to one’s needs!
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Medicare rating
- 3 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 58
- Inspections
- View history (36 citations)
- CMS Quality Rating
- CMS Five-Star Quality Measures rated facility
- Behavioral Health Focus
- Specialized programs for dementia and mental health behaviors
- Rehab Therapy Offered
- On-site physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy
- Room Type
- Semi-private rooms rather than private options
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe a wide range of experiences at Maryland Gardens Post Acute, from glowing praise for compassionate nurses, therapists, and long-tenured staff to serious complaints about neglect, cleanliness, and poor communication during medical emergencies. The facility serves a complex population that includes residents with dementia-related behaviors and mental health needs, which several reviewers say the staff handle with real skill, while others report troubling lapses in basic care and safety.
The Good
- Many reviewers praise attentive, compassionate nursing and CNA staff
- Physical and occupational therapy frequently singled out as excellent
- Several long-tenured staff members described as dedicated to residents
- Outdoor courtyard with fruit trees and grass praised by visitors
- Willing to take complex cases other facilities turned away
- CMS recognized facility for quality measures
The Bad
- Multiple serious reports of neglect, including a resident losing mobility
- One report of a death not communicated to family for a month
- Several reviewers cite unclean or rundown conditions
- Multiple reports of rude or unprofessional staff behavior
- One report of stolen resident belongings, including from memory-impaired patients
- Yelp reviewers rate the facility notably lower (2.5) than Google (3.5)
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Maryland Gardens Post Acute is a senior living community in Phoenix, Arizona offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care and Assisted Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.5 out of 5 across 67 reviews.
About Maryland Gardens Post Acute
Maryland Gardens Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility in Phoenix, Arizona, offering 24-hour skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and assisted living services, including specialized programs for behaviors within skilled nursing and assisted living settings, serving the Maricopa County area.
The community provides compassionate caregiving following surgery, illness, or injury, with care plans customized according to each resident's physician. Rehabilitation services include physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy designed to help patients rebuild strength, skills, and confidence.
Residents can take part in an engaging daily schedule that allows them to be as active and social as they choose. The team also assists patients and families in preparing for life after discharge or in arranging outside services as needed.
Accommodations include semi-private rooms intended to provide comfort and privacy during recovery, and residents are welcome to bring personal comforts of home with them during their stay.
Maryland Gardens Post Acute has been recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as a Five-Star Quality Measures Rated facility, a rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with five stars indicating quality that is much above average.
Types of Care at Maryland Gardens Post Acute
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Maryland Gardens Post Acute
3.4overall · 77 ratings combined
3.5★ on Google (67) · 2.5★ on Yelp (10) · Yelp page ↗
Eliot Lee
Jun 2026
A very caring place.
Monica Splain
Jun 2026
Fantastic and caring staff!
Cliff R
May 2026
Very friendly staff. They make it easy for visitors.
Nicole Merrill
May 2026
Recently toured the facility and I love the outdoor amenities this place has for its patients. The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming!
Government Inspection History
7 inspection visits in the last three years, 36 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Jan 23, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 24, 2025
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 Mar 24, 2025
Jan 8, 2025Health Complaint4 citations
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 28, 2025
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 28, 2025
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 28, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 28, 2025
Dec 4, 2024Health Complaint4 citations
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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 31, 2025
Aug 27, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
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 Oct 4, 2024
Jul 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard10 citations
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 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 Aug 30, 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 Aug 30, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 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 Aug 30, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 30, 2024
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 Aug 30, 2024
Mar 10, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
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 May 10, 2023
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2023
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2023
Feb 25, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 28, 2022
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 Mar 31, 2022
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2022
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2022
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 31, 2022
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2022
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2022
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2022
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 Maryland Gardens Post Acute offer?
Maryland Gardens Post Acute offers Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Maryland Gardens Post Acute located?
Maryland Gardens Post Acute is located at 31 West Maryland Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona.
What do families say about Maryland Gardens Post Acute?
Families describe a wide range of experiences at Maryland Gardens Post Acute, from glowing praise for compassionate nurses, therapists, and long-tenured staff to serious complaints about neglect, cleanliness, and poor communication during medical emergencies. The facility serves a complex population that includes residents with dementia-related behaviors and mental health needs, which several reviewers say the staff handle with real skill, while others report troubling lapses in basic care and safety.
How did Maryland Gardens Post Acute do on recent health and safety inspections?
Maryland Gardens Post Acute had 7 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 36 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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