Caroleton Healthcare Center

Pros

• The staff at Caroleton Manor was always kind and attentive during visits.
• The facility ensured the safety of residents, including having adequate security in place.
• The care provided to residents was approached with consideration for their well-being, even when medication was necessary.
• Although the environment had its challenges, the staff did not display any meanness towards the residents.
• Meals on Wheels provided a daily meal service for the residents.

Cons

• The living conditions in the facility were inadequate, with only one chair in a 4-bedroom room for the resident.
• There was a lack of engaging activities for residents, leading to feelings of neglect and isolation.
• The resident was often sedated due to difficult behavior, indicating poor management of their condition.
• The loud TV made it challenging for family members to interact with their loved one or move them to a more suitable space.
• There were no proper dining facilities, as meals were delivered once a day instead of being served in a communal dining area.

Review

Caroleton Manor was the final residence for my mother-in-law during her last days, and reflecting on that experience reveals a complex situation regarding the care she received. Initially, she entered the facility for assisted living as her health needs began to evolve. However, as dementia progressed, her condition became more challenging to manage. It is important to acknowledge that while my mother-in-law’s experience was fraught with difficulties, the staff's handling of her situation was commendable in many respects.

The room assigned to my mother-in-law was a shared four-bedroom space that unfortunately felt quite constricted. The environment seemed stark and uninviting; there was only one chair available for use in the room. This limited seating contributed to a sense of confinement and exacerbated her agitation and discomfort. As someone experiencing dementia, she often exhibited behaviors such as biting and kicking—reactions likely stemming from frustration tied to feeling trapped or misunderstood in her surroundings. To address these challenging behaviors, staff members chose to sedate her adequately, which they claimed was for both safety and well-being.

Despite my observations about the physical accommodations provided at Caroleton Manor, I want to emphasize that I never witnessed any overt mistreatment from the caregivers during our visits. On the contrary, every interaction we had with the staff was marked by kindness and professionalism. They appeared genuinely dedicated to looking after all residents' needs despite their challenges—an aspect I deeply appreciated during such a distressing time for our family.

One area where Caroleton Manor fell short was in providing opportunities for meaningful activity or engagement for its residents. During our visits, it became clear that my mother-in-law spent most of her time confined in that single chair within the four-bedroom setup without any stimulation or interaction beyond what caregivers could provide when they were attending to her personal needs. Although there were suggestions made by staff about moving her into an open area down the hallway where other residents may have been congregating or engaging in activities, practical challenges hindered this possibility.

For one thing, any potential social setting was overshadowed by overwhelming noise levels—a loud television blaring away—which made communication difficult and discouraged us from attempting transitions into those spaces. The chaos left little room for connection or calmness; instead of fostering social interactions among residents or family members visiting them, it further isolated individuals like my mother-in-law who desperately needed engagement but found themselves dulled by sound distractions and physical constraints.

Dining arrangements also presented certain limitations at Caroleton Manor; rather than offering an inviting eat-in cafeteria or dining room experience where residents might gather together over meals—a vital part of community life—the facility relied on Meals on Wheels delivered once daily. This approach did not cultivate an environment conducive to socializing around food nor did it encourage family participation during mealtime.

In summary, while Caroleton Manor provided a level of care that I cannot critique harshly—the kind demeanor of the staff stands out amidst unsavory circumstances—it fell short in creating an enriching atmosphere tailored for individuals experiencing cognitive decline like my mother-in-law. Ultimately, a balance between essential medical care and promoting quality life experiences plays an utterly crucial role in assisted living facilities' impact on their residents’ overall quality of life—something I hope future facilities will improve upon significantly.

Places of Worship

• Western Avenue Baptist Church Sbc (0.2 miles)
• Grand Avenue United Methodist Church (0.6 miles)
• Pentecostal Tabernacle Church (0.9 miles)
• Seventh Day Adventist Church (1.1 miles)
• First Church of Christ Scientist (1.5 miles)
• Full Gospel Church (1.5 miles)
• Geoff Church (2.1 miles)

Physicians

• Internal Medicine Associates (0.4 miles)
• Eye Center of Connersville (0.5 miles)
• Primary & Specialty Care - Virginia Avenue (0.6 miles)
• Center For Facial Plastics (0.7 miles)
• Christina M Holmes, MD (2.3 miles)
• Union County Medical Center (11.2 miles)
• West Side Medical Center (14 miles)

Restaurants

• Kunkel's Drive In (0.4 miles)
• Stacks (0.4 miles)
• Great China Buffet (0.4 miles)
• El Camino Royale (0.5 miles)
• Ole Rooste (0.6 miles)
• Taco Bell (0.6 miles)
• Hardee's (1.7 miles)

Pharmacies

• Grandview Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
• MediCenter Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (11.1 miles)
• Liberty Medi Center Pharmacy (11.1 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (15.7 miles)

Hospitals

• Fayette Memorial Hospital (0.6 miles)
• Fayette Regional Health System (0.7 miles)
• Richmond State Hospital (16.4 miles)
• Rush Memorial Pain MGM (16.6 miles)
• Rush Memorial Hospital (16.7 miles)
• Reid Hospital & Health Care Services (17.1 miles)

Parks

• Roberts Park (0.6 miles)
• Whitewater State Park (11 miles)
• Whitewater Valley Gorge Park (16.7 miles)
• Veteran's Memorial Park - Wayne County (16.9 miles)
• Memorial Park (17 miles)

Transportation

• Connersville Station (1.4 miles)
• U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (12.7 miles)
• Nails by Stacie (16.2 miles)
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car (16.9 miles)

Cafes

• Blue Oval Barista's (10 miles)
• Ainsley's Cafe on Brookville Lake (12 miles)
• Ainsley's Cafe (13 miles)
• Sunshine Cafe (15.9 miles)