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2.4 from 43 reviews
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Overall Review of Madison Avenue Group Home
common6 reviews mention this
Some staff are genuinely caring
Many reviewers describe a caring, listen-first approach from staff.
Several reviewers say the staff treated them with kindness and compassion, especially during periods of crisis or distress. A number of comments specifically call out doctors and healthcare staff who listened and offered appropriate care for individual needs. One reviewer also mentions case managers by name and credits them with a good outcome. At the same time, other reviewers report experiences of rudeness and unprofessional communication, so staff quality appears mixed across residents and situations.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Medication refills and access get tangled
Residents describe medication access issues, including refill and prescription delays.
A recurring theme is difficulty getting medications handled the way residents expect, including refill problems and lack of clear follow-through. Some reviewers describe being stuck in a back-and-forth process, such as needing appointments or running into barriers that disrupt getting prescriptions. Others mention medication management changing abruptly or being tied to requirements they didn’t understand, which affected stability. Even where the care team is described as helpful, the medication workflow is where multiple experiences turn negative.
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Scheduling and communication frustrate
Multiple reviewers report poor scheduling reliability and limited information.
Several residents and families describe problems with appointment scheduling and day-to-day communication. Complaints include being told they were a no-show despite calls, not receiving appointment outreach, and having messages go unanswered or not explained. Others say scheduling changes were frequent, with drivers of the changes not clearly communicated to residents. The overall picture is that residents often struggle to get timely, clear updates on what will happen next.
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Limited structure and therapy time
Reviewers describe feeling isolated due to limited activities and therapy.
Some reviewers say the facility’s daily routine left them feeling bored, trapped, or isolated, with limited rooms and repetitive pastimes. Others describe a lack of meaningful group programming or minimal therapy beyond brief contact. A few comments also connect this lack of programming to feeling unsafe or not supported emotionally. Even reviewers who praise staff effort still point to gaps in the amount or variety of structured engagement.
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Doctor experience is inconsistent
Several reviewers report inconsistent doctor experiences and changes to care teams.
Some residents say their doctors were okay or that certain clinicians were helpful, and a few praise doctors and therapists for responsiveness. Other reviewers describe being dismissed, unprofessional care, or doctors being fired or leaving in ways that disrupted continuity. Several comments also mention having to switch doctors repeatedly, sometimes right when they had begun adjusting. Taken together, the doctor experience appears to vary widely by person and timeframe.
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Features
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Transportation
James M Cox Dayton International (22 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Springfield, Ohio offers a variety of healthcare options with multiple physicians, hospitals, mental health services, and pharmacies conveniently located within a few miles. Additionally, there are several dining options ranging from fast food to sit-down restaurants for your convenience. For those who enjoy a good cup of coffee or tea, there are several cafes nearby as well. Places of worship are also easily accessible for those who value their faith and community involvement. Furthermore, the proximity to parks and recreational areas like CJ Brown Playground and John Bryan State Park provide opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. Overall, this part of Springfield offers a blend of healthcare services, dining options, spiritual support, and recreational opportunities that may appeal to seniors looking for a well-rounded living experience in the area.
Physicians
Rocking Horse Community Health Center (0.1 miles)
Rocking Horse Community Health Center (0.2 miles)
Parernt Infant Center (0.9 miles)
Mental Health Services For Clark & Madison Counties (1.1 miles)
Shaid Bashir MD (1.7 miles)
Hometown Hearing (1.7 miles)
Doc Pain Management Centers (1.7 miles)
Hospitals
Springfield Regional Cancer Center (0.8 miles)
Springfield Regional Medical Center (0.9 miles)
Clark County Mental Health (1.2 miles)
Mercy Medical Center (1.7 miles)
Springfield Regional Imaging Center (1.7 miles)
Ohio Institute of Cardiac Care (2.1 miles)
Springfield Urology (2.8 miles)
Restaurants
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken (0.8 miles)
Hickory Inn (1.1 miles)
McDonald's (1.4 miles)
Speakeasy Ramen (1.4 miles)
Domino's Pizza (1.4 miles)
Hardee's (1.4 miles)
Bob Evans (1.4 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (0.9 miles)
Walgreens (1 miles)
Madison Avenue Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (1.6 miles)
Whitacre's Pharmacies (1.8 miles)
Harding Road Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Meijer Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Cafes
Tim Hortons (1.6 miles)
Coffee Expressions (1.6 miles)
Tim Hortons (1.7 miles)
Tim Hortons (1.9 miles)
Starbucks (2.1 miles)
Places of Worship
Maplewood Church of the Nazarene (2.6 miles)
Cornerstone Baptist Church (3.1 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (3.3 miles)
Grace Covenant Fellowship (4 miles)
New Moorefield United Methodist Church (7.3 miles)
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Medicare provides limited coverage for skilled nursing home care, covering full benefits for the first 20 days and partial benefits up to 100 days under certain conditions, after which families must explore alternative funding options like Medicaid or long-term care insurance to manage potentially high costs. Proactive planning is essential to navigate the complexities of financing ongoing care once Medicare coverage ends.
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James M Cox Dayton International (22 miles away)
Excellent access to dining, healthcare, culture, nature, and worship nearby.
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