Columbia Healthcare Center is an assisted living and memory care community in Evansville, IN.
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Columbia Healthcare Center in Evansville, IN
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621 West Columbia Street, Evansville, IN 47710
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and families often describe staff as caring, responsive, and professional.
Many reviewers describe nursing aides, nurses, and other staff as kind, caring, and willing to help with day-to-day needs. Several highlight communication, including efforts to check in regularly and make residents feel less isolated. Some also call out specific staff members for professionalism and supportive care.
A recurring set of reviews raises serious concerns about neglect and care responsiveness.
A substantial group of reviews alleges missed care needs, including residents not being checked on and delayed responses to call lights. Multiple reviewers describe staff sleeping on shifts and provide examples tied to neglect. The negative comments also mention rude interactions and a lack of support from management in follow-through.
Therapy is frequently credited with helping residents progress.
Several reviewers mention physical and occupational therapy, describing knowledgeable therapists and improvements in mobility after periods of rehab. In at least one longer review, therapy is described as structured and encouraging, with progress toward greater independence. Other reviews also single out the therapy department as a standout part of care.
Dining gets mixed feedback, with some praising variety and timing.
Some reviewers say the food options include variety and that meals follow a consistent routine, including medicine and food being provided on time. At the same time, at least one reviewer was highly critical and compared the food unfavorably. Overall feedback on dining appears divided rather than uniformly positive.
A few reviews specifically call out unpleasant odor and cleanliness problems.
Some reviewers describe the facility’s smell and cleanliness in strongly negative terms, including references to urine odor and patients appearing unwell in common areas. Other negative reviews connect the odor complaints to broader concerns about care. This theme stands apart from the separate positive comments about rooms feeling clean and inviting.
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171 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library TV room
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Evansville Regional (4 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Hospice care Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program Mild cognitive impairment
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Room service Special dietary restrictions
Arts and crafts Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Educational speakers / life long learning Fitness programs
Games
Live musical performances
Planned day trips
Religious services Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activities
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Wii bowlingColumbia Healthcare Center is located at 621 West Columbia Street, Evansville, IN 47710 in Vanderburgh County, Indiana
The array of services offered by Columbia Healthcare Center is designed to create a supportive environment that caters to the unique needs of residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. With 24-hour supervision, residents receive constant oversight that enhances safety and security while allowing them to thrive in a structured routine. Assistance with activities of daily living--including bathing, dressing, and transfers--ensures comfort and dignity, fostering independence as much as possible. Coordination with healthcare providers streamlines care management, addressing both physical health and cognitive challenges effectively. Meal preparation and service cater to dietary needs, contributing to overall well-being, while medication management helps maintain proper health regimens without confusion. The mental wellness program targets emotional resilience through therapeutic activities tailored for cognitive impairments, complemented by specialized memory care programming that engages residents cognitively and socially. Furthermore, access to physical therapy promotes mobility and physical health, while transportation arrangements facilitate necessary medical appointments without added stress for families or caregivers. All these features work synergistically to enhance the quality of life for those affected by memory disorders.
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