The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek

    1514 W Lark St, Springfield, MO 65810
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Superb therapy and attentive staff

    I stayed in the neighborhood-style unit and was very pleased - the staff were kind, professional, and welcoming, the facility spotless and hotel-like, and the rehab-to-home therapy (PT/OT/speech) was superb and got me back on my feet. Great dining, lots of activities, spa and garden spaces, and thoughtful amenities like a coffee bar and beauty shop made my stay comfortable and reassuring.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.39·(119)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      2.9
    • Staff

      3.2
    • Meals

      3.5
    • Amenities

      3.3
    • Value

      2.1

    Pros

    • Compassionate nursing and caregiving staff
    • Strong physical, occupational and speech therapy teams
    • Well-equipped rehab gym and spa amenities
    • Clean and well-maintained common areas
    • Neighborhood-style dining rooms and in-unit kitchenettes
    • On-site salon and barber services
    • Engaging activities and social programming
    • Private rooms and comfortable resident suites
    • Medicare-covered rehabilitation services
    • Convenient location near hospital and local services
    • Responsive executive leadership and case management
    • Hotel-like short-term rehab experience for some residents

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff responsiveness to call systems
    • Chronic understaffing and high staff turnover
    • Inconsistent medication and pain-management practices
    • Gaps in family communication and care-plan transparency
    • Inconsistent personal-care routines (bathing, toileting)
    • Laundry and personal-belonging management lapses
    • Variable room-level cleanliness and sanitation
    • Safety and maintenance deficiencies in some rooms
    • Reduced or inconsistent therapy frequency due to staffing/insurance
    • Limited weekend therapy and rehabilitation continuity
    • Inconsistent dietary variety and special-diet accommodations
    • Billing, insurance processes and Medicare interactions
    • Staff conduct and professionalism
    • Allegations of missing belongings and theft

    Summary of reviews

    Overview: The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek presents a mixed profile across reviewer accounts. Strengths cluster around rehabilitation services, amenities and certain staff members: many families and short-term patients praised the therapy teams (PT/OT/speech), the on-site rehab gym and spa, neighborhood dining areas, and several individual caregivers and nurses who provided attentive, compassionate care. The building and common areas are frequently described as clean, modern, and well-appointed, with useful amenities such as an on-site salon, coffee bar, and private-room options. Location and Medicare coverage for rehab stays are additional practical advantages noted by prospective residents.

    Care and clinical patterns: Clinical care descriptions are variable. A substantial number of reviewers reported positive therapy outcomes and effective short-term rehabilitation, including measurable functional improvements and coordinated discharge planning. At the same time, recurring operational concerns appear related to nursing and personal-care consistency: delayed responses to call buttons, inconsistent bathing and toileting assistance, and uneven medication or pain-management practices. Several accounts describe missed or delayed medications and communication gaps about orders or test results. These items suggest variability in day-to-day clinical oversight and operational reliability rather than uniform clinical failure. Prospective residents should clarify staffing ratios, medication administration protocols, and how call-response times are audited.

    Staffing, communication and management: Two themes stand out: variability across individual staff members and broader workforce pressures. Many reviews single out particular nurses, therapists, or aides as exemplary, while others describe staff who are inattentive, defensive, or overwhelmed. Multiple reviewers cited chronic understaffing, high turnover, and reduced weekend coverage; these dynamics are associated with slower responses, limited therapy availability on weekends, and less consistent personal-care routines. Family communication also emerges as a repeated concern — reviewers note gaps in notification after falls, delayed reporting of test results, incomplete care-plan explanations, and lack of transparency around therapy schedules and insurance interactions. A number of reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with administrative responsiveness to complaints, though others commended executive leadership and case managers who facilitated transitions home.

    Dining, activities and resident life: The facility’s neighborhood model and dining rooms receive favorable comments for ambiance and the social component. Meal quality is described inconsistently: many find the food good or plentiful, while others note limited variety, temperature issues, or inadequate accommodation of specific dietary needs (for example, diabetic or lower-carbohydrate preferences). Activities programming is generally cited as a strength, with multiple activity options, group events and an active activities director; however, some memory-unit residents and families wanted more tailored engagement for cognitive impairment.

    Facilities, safety and operations: Common areas and the rehab gym are frequently praised for cleanliness and equipment. Nonetheless, reviewers also describe room-level variability: some rooms are dated, need maintenance, or have safety gaps (bathroom accessibility, broken fixtures). Sanitation concerns and inconsistent housekeeping in certain rooms were reported, as were lapses in laundry and personal-belonging management. Safety processes around falls and post-fall communication were identified as areas needing improvement. Several families raised questions about billing, insurance approvals, and therapy coverage limits, which in some cases affected therapy frequency and discharge timing.

    Notable patterns and practical guidance: A clear pattern is that short-term, therapy-focused stays often yield positive outcomes driven by the facility’s strong rehab resources and certain committed staff. Longer-term residents and families more frequently describe operational shortfalls tied to staffing consistency, personal-care schedules, communication, and property management. There are also repeated, specific operational concerns — inconsistent call-response times, bathing/toileting assistance gaps, medication/pain-management inconsistencies, laundry and belongings handling, and occasional room maintenance needs — that prospective families should explicitly evaluate during a tour.

    Recommendations for prospective residents and families: When evaluating the Neighborhoods at Quail Creek, consider asking for current staffing ratios by shift, average call-response times, a written medication-administration policy, how therapy minutes are scheduled (and how insurance limitations are handled), and the facility’s procedures for housekeeping and personal-belonging tracking. Request examples of recent quality-improvement initiatives, clarification on weekend therapy availability, and documentation of how the facility communicates clinical events and billing items to families. Touring multiple neighborhoods, meeting therapy and nursing leaders, and speaking with current residents or families in comparable care tracks (short-term rehab versus long-term placement) will help determine whether the facility’s strengths align with specific care needs.

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    Medicare Ratings

    3·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek is located at 1514 W Lark St, Springfield, MO, 65810.

    About The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek

    The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek in Springfield, Missouri, stands out as a warm and welcoming senior living community dedicated to providing high-quality skilled nursing care that feels genuinely personal. The focus here is always on the individual, ensuring residents and their loved ones feel engaged and part of a vibrant environment from the moment they arrive. Every element of the community, from its spacious floor plans to its exceptional amenities, has been intentionally designed to help residents feel at home rather than like guests on a traditional campus.

    The community is set amidst sprawling green lawns and wide-open skies, giving it a peaceful, inviting atmosphere where recovery and daily living are both comfortable and uplifting. Residents here benefit from close proximity to several medical centers such as Cox Medical Center, Hulston Cancer Center, Select Specialty Hospital - Springfield, Meyer Orthopedic Rehabilitation Hospital, and Mercy Clinic, making it an ideal choice for ongoing physical therapy, rehabilitation, or recovery after a hospital stay, injury, or illness.

    Within The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek, multiple communal spaces are available to foster social connections and a sense of belonging. Areas such as the community living area and the fascinating living room are designed for residents to gather, relax, and enjoy each other’s company. The dining area offers a welcoming setup for shared meals, contributing to the homelike environment that supports both nutrition and social engagement. For those interested in fitness and wellness, there is a well-equipped fitness room, supporting residents in maintaining their health and mobility.

    This community follows a person-first model of care, prioritizing the interests, preferences, and comfort of each resident. Experienced care partners provide support that is not only professional but also warm and approachable. The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek makes every effort to ensure residents can thrive, not just physically, but emotionally and socially as well. The staff and eldercare advisors are always available to provide guidance and support for families exploring the best living options for themselves or their loved ones.

    With its thoughtful approach to senior living, The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek has developed a trusted reputation for offering a place where seniors are valued, cared for, and given opportunities to live fulfilling lives. The sense of community extends beyond the walls of the facility, creating positive and lasting experiences for both residents and their families. The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek remains committed to its mission of providing not just care, but a genuine home.

    About Americare Senior Living

    The Neighborhoods at Quail Creek is managed by Americare Senior Living.

    Americare Senior Living, founded in 1985 and headquartered in Sikeston, Missouri, has grown from its first assisted living community to operate more than 100 senior living communities across Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee. With over four decades of experience serving seniors, Americare has distinguished itself by bringing upscale assisted living products to rural markets throughout the Midwest and South, providing comprehensive care options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and adult day services.

    The company's philosophy centers on their signature "Hometown Hospitality™" culture and F.A.M.I.L.Y. values: First Impressions Go a Long Way, Address People by Name, Make Visitors Feel Welcome, Individuals Deserve Respect, Leave with Graciousness, and Yes! Find a Way to be Positive. This person-first model of care prioritizes the interests and preferences of each individual resident, creating welcoming, family-like atmospheres throughout their communities. Their mission to enrich the well-being and health of individuals while providing peace of mind for families drives every aspect of their operations.

    Americare's comprehensive "Live Well" program exemplifies their holistic approach to senior care, featuring personalized fitness programs, engaging group exercises, on-site therapy, and nutritious chef-prepared meals. The company fosters vibrant, supportive environments through community events, shared meals, stimulating games, group outings, and purpose-driven programs including volunteer opportunities, spiritual services, creative projects, and nature walks. Notable innovations include TigerPlace in Columbia, Missouri, developed in partnership with the University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing, which serves as a site for groundbreaking research in senior care.

    The company's commitment to excellence has earned remarkable recognition, including being rated among the Best Senior Living providers based on surveys of nearly 450,000 residents and family members. With 65 communities receiving "High Performing" ratings, Americare ranks third among all senior living organizations in the Top 10 nationally. Additional accolades include the prestigious Argentum Best of the Best Award, the 2019 NRC Customer Approved Award (one of only twenty organizations nationally to earn this distinction), and ranking #15 on the 2021 Best Workplaces in Aging Services list by Great Place to Work®. With 84% of team members believing Americare is a great place to work and 91% finding special meaning in their roles, the company continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, families, and team members across their communities.

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