Betz Nursing Home

Pros

• The staff member was welcoming and provided helpful information about the facility.
• There was a follow-up from the staff to check on the person's interest in moving their brother.
• The smaller atmosphere of the facility allows for more personable interactions and one-on-one attention for residents.
• The mother's involvement in activities like Bingo and her exercise program contributed positively to her well-being, as she sounded better than before.
• The location of Betz Nursing Home is appreciated by the reviewer.

Cons

• The old part of the building at Betz Nursing Home is permeated with an unpleasant smell that resembles stagnant urine and feces.
• Residents share a bathroom and sink between two rooms, resulting in inadequate sanitation facilities for four patients.
• The overall cleanliness of the facility is not up to standard, as it could smell better and requires more frequent changes for some patients.
• The rooms are small and not as well-maintained compared to other facilities.
• Despite some positive aspects, the level of care does not seem to be superior in either section of the building.

Review

The experience of visiting Betz Nursing Home left a significant impression on the reviewer, leading to the conclusion that they cannot recommend the facility based on their observations. The focus of their concerns began with the condition of the older part of the building, where they noted an overwhelming and unpleasant smell as soon as they opened a door to enter a room. This has been a common point of feedback about Betz, suggesting that it is permeated by odors associated with age and neglect, including those reminiscent of stagnant urine and feces. While it was acknowledged that this might be specific to the older section of the building, it nonetheless painted a deeply unappealing picture for potential residents or visitors.

The layout of the living space also raised concerns for the reviewer. They highlighted that two rooms share a single bathroom and sink—with no shower facilities available—resulting in four patients using one cramped bathroom. This arrangement could lead to issues regarding privacy and sanitation, further exacerbating concerns about hygiene in an environment where residents are often dependent on staff for basic needs. While these structural limitations were noted primarily as problems in the older section, there remains skepticism regarding whether newer sections would provide better levels of care.

Despite these drawbacks, some aspects were filled with appreciation, especially regarding staff interactions. The reviewer encountered a helpful and welcoming staff member who provided information about the facility while also reaching out afterward to inquire if assistance was still needed for moving their brother. This follow-up indicated an effort on part of Betz's personnel to engage with potential residents' families genuinely—a positive note amidst several criticisms. However, even with such positive interactions in mind, doubts lingered over whether any improvements in care could be made within such an aging structure.

The personal experiences shared about another resident—the reviewer's mother—reflected mixed feelings toward her stay at Betz Nursing Home. Although she shares a small room with another resident and does not report incidences of nastiness from either fellow patients or staff during brief visits, there remains a sense that cleanliness falls short compared to expectations for a healthcare facility. A concern was voiced about sanitary conditions; specifically mentioning that things could smell better and acknowledging that changes in patient care protocols are necessary more frequently.

On a brighter note, engagement activities offered at Betz brought joy into their mother’s life despite her paralysis; she actively participated in bingo games and enjoyed an exercise program which contributed positively to her wellbeing. This aspect showcased an element worth commending: even within less-than-ideal physical surroundings, opportunities for social interaction play a crucial role in enhancing residents' quality of life. The reviewer expressed gratitude for this involvement but tempered it with residual dissatisfaction over general cleanliness standards.

Lastly, when assessing overall amenities like dining areas alongside living quarters at Betz Nursing Home compared to other facilities visited prior, this nursing home appeared lacking by certain measures according to reviews shared by observers. Notably mentioned was its central area designated for activities—this space suggested potential vibrancy within community engagement—but still fell short when juxtaposed against more well-maintained alternatives elsewhere. Ultimately, while there are redeeming qualities surrounding specific staff behavior and activity availability fostering interaction among residents—the pressing issues related to sanitation standards leave much unease lingering around recommending Betz Nursing Home unequivocally as a suitable place for long-term residential care without significant caveats attached regarding its aged infrastructure and presumed inadequacies therein concerning resident welfare.

Parks

• Auburn Dog Park (1.2 miles)
• Memorial Park (2.1 miles)
• National History Musuem Sport Complex (4.4 miles)
• Ocker Park (5.3 miles)
• Jordan Wetland Park (6 miles)
• Kendallville Park & Recreation (10.6 miles)
• Riverside Gardens Park (11.9 miles)

Cafes

• Busy Brush Cafe (1.5 miles)
• Cranberry Cottage Cafe & Tea Room (1.6 miles)
• Five Lakes Coffee (2 miles)
• H Souder & Sons Genera (13.1 miles)

Physicians

• Allergy & Asthma Center (1.7 miles)
• Parkview Physicians Group - Sleep Medicine (1.7 miles)
• Community Open Mri Of Auburn (1.7 miles)
• Auburn Ob Gyn (1.7 miles)
• Parkview Physicians Group - Podiatry (1.7 miles)
• Dekalb Medical Services-Garrett (5.1 miles)
• Parkview Physicians Group - Family Medicine (9.2 miles)

Hospitals

• DeKalb Health (1.7 miles)
• Auburn Birthing Center (1.7 miles)
• Parkview Noble Hospital (13.2 miles)

Pharmacies

• Auburn Home Medical (1.7 miles)
• DeKalb Health PharmaCare (1.7 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (9 miles)
• Fischer Pharmacare Avilla (9.4 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (9.7 miles)
• Walgreens (11.9 miles)

Restaurants

• Richards Restaurant (1.8 miles)
• KFC (2 miles)
• Burger King (2 miles)
• McDonald's (2.1 miles)
• The Brown House (2.2 miles)
• Culver's (2.2 miles)
• Paradise Buffet (2.4 miles)

Places of Worship

• Cornerstone World Outreach (2.2 miles)
• Auburn Baptist (2.5 miles)
• United Methodist Church of Waterloo (3.2 miles)
• Church of the Nazarene (3.4 miles)
• Norris Chapel United Methodist Church (4.5 miles)
• First Church of Christ (5 miles)
• SeaBreeze Ministries (9.2 miles)

Transportation

• Amtrak-Wti (3.2 miles)
• Csx Garrett Yard (5 miles)
• Century Aviation (5.6 miles)
• Train Tracks SR 1 & County Line (10.2 miles)
• Tracks 101 & Nucor (11.7 miles)

Theaters

• Auburn Garrett Drive In (5.1 miles)
• Strand Theatre (11.6 miles)