Cedars Healthcare
Center

For many families, the answer is yes—and our team will help you understand how. Cedars is Medicaid-contracted, and we work with Medicare and a range of insurance plans, depending on your situation and the care you need.

Paying for care can feel overwhelming, especially when decisions are happening fast. Reach out, and we'll walk you through your options in plain language, so you know exactly where you stand.

We provide short-term rehabilitation for people recovering from surgery, illness, or a hospital stay; long-term care for those who need ongoing daily support; wound care and respiratory therapy for more complex needs; and respite care, which gives family caregivers a short break—with up to 30 days a year covered by Medicaid. Whether the stay is for a couple of weeks or much longer, our team is here seven days a week. If you're not sure which fits your situation, we're glad to talk it through.

No. Our focus is skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care. If your loved one needs specialized memory support, we're happy to point you toward communities that provide it, including others in the Stellar Living Network.

Short-term skilled stays are in private rooms. For longer-term care, rooms are semi-private—one roommate, never more. Every room has a window and its own television, and you're encouraged to bring personal items to make it feel like yours.

We hear this often, and we understand why.

What people notice walking into Cedars is how different it feels—nearly $3 million in renovations have replaced the old institutional look with hardwood floors, fresh paint, and bright open spaces. At the center of the building is a courtyard with a koi pond that people gravitate to right away. Most families tell us it's not at all what they expected.

It's the question families ask most, because short-staffing is so common in this field. Here, it isn't the norm.

Many of our team members have worked at Cedars for 10, 20, even 25 years. That consistency shows up every day: familiar faces, quick answers to call lights, and managers who will stop what they're doing to answer a question from a family member.

Therapy is available seven days a week, so progress doesn't stall just because it's Saturday. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are all on staff. Your physician sets the goals, and our team works with you to reach them—whether your stay is short-term or long.

A few things stand out consistently. The building surprises people—it's warm and well-kept in a way that catches visitors off guard. The staff has been here a long time, and it shows in how they interact with the people they care for.

The care itself goes further than most: wound care with certified nurses and a rounding wound doctor, respiratory therapy on site, and a therapy team available every day of the week. The best way to feel the difference is to come see for yourself.

Better than most people expect. Three chef-prepared meals are served daily, and the menu is shaped by a food committee of community members who meet regularly with the dietary team. A registered dietician oversees nutrition, and the kitchen accommodates a wide range of dietary needs—diabetic, cardiac, gluten-free, texture-modified, and more. The monthly barbecue in the courtyard is a fan favorite!

We know moving in can feel like a big adjustment. You're encouraged to bring photos, a favorite blanket, and anything that makes the room feel familiar. Our team makes a point of getting to know people—not just their care needs, but who they are—and the same faces show up day after day. That continuity makes a real difference.

Many families haven't had to think about Medicaid until the moment they need it—and then, suddenly, there's a lot to understand. The short version: most long-term skilled nursing care is funded through Medicaid, and qualifying involves meeting both medical and financial criteria. Some people come in on private pay and spend down to Medicaid eligibility over time; others come in already qualified.

It can feel complicated, but you don't have to figure it out alone. Our team does this every day and can walk you through what qualification looks like, what to expect at recertification year after year, and what steps to take now—in plain language, at your pace.

Absolutely—family is part of life here. Loved ones are welcome to visit, and we make a point of including families during the holidays with special meals and celebrations. Our team sees itself as caring for the whole family, not just the person who lives here.

If you have questions about your loved one's care at any time, our managers are accessible and will make time for you.

Often quickly—we know these decisions usually come fast, frequently straight from a hospital. Availability changes day to day, so it's worth reaching out early, even as you're still deciding. Our Family Advisor can talk you through what's open and what the next steps look like, whether you call, visit, or have us meet you at the hospital or at home.