Diversicare Of Bessemer

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820 Golf Course Road, Bessemer, AL 35020

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.4 from 78 reviews

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Overall Review of Diversicare Of Bessemer

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness is a concern

Several residents’ families report slow or missed help when calls come in.

A recurring theme is difficulty getting timely help. Multiple reviewers mention call lights being on for long stretches or needing repeated attempts to reach the nurse’s station, including at night. Some reviewers also describe phone and communication problems, like calls being sent to voicemail or unanswered after transferring or during visits. While some families praise specific employees, the responsiveness issues come up often enough to be a clear caution.

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Cleanliness is mixed

Residents and families describe a clean environment, though there are also complaints about cleanliness.

Several reviewers say the facility is clean and well kept, including comments about not smelling and residents looking clean and cared for. At the same time, other reviews describe dirty linens and left-over messes, plus concerns about environmental upkeep. Put simply, cleanliness appears to depend on when and where a family member is located or staying.

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Dining is a mixed experience

Food quality and meal service are described both positively and negatively.

Dining comes up as a split experience in the reviews. Some reviewers say residents enjoy the food and describe food as a highlight. Others report problems such as food being barely edible and concerns that staff did not help with feeding as needed during meal times. The result is that dining comfort may vary depending on the resident’s care needs.

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Staff interactions divide families

Reviews describe both welcoming, professional staff and staff members who felt unhelpful.

Many reviews praise staff as friendly, professional, respectful, and helpful, with some families describing a positive atmosphere and residents who feel cared for. Several also mention communication and support with paperwork, therapy coordination, or general day-to-day help. However, other reviewers report unprofessional behavior, difficulty getting answers, and a lack of compassion during care. Overall, staff attitude is a recurring point that can cut both ways.

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Features

Housing

180 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Birmingham International (19 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

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
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

Medical West, Information (0.2 miles)
Medical West Surgical Services (0.2 miles)
Home Med (0.3 miles)
Community Health Systems (10.9 miles)
Medscreen (11.4 miles)
Sav-A-Life Shelby (11.9 miles)

Physicians

Medical West Ob Gyn (0.2 miles)
Surgery South (0.2 miles)
Alabama Digestive Diseases (0.2 miles)
Orthosports Associates (0.3 miles)
Medical West Bessemer Health Center (3 miles)
Breezy Wilson, MD (4.6 miles)
Medical West (4.6 miles)

Restaurants

Jack's (0.2 miles)
McDonald's (0.6 miles)
Zaxby's (0.7 miles)
Cracker Barrel (0.7 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (0.8 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.5 miles)
Jack's (3.2 miles)

Places of Worship

True Worship Missionary Baptist Church (0.7 miles)
Victory Through Faith Church (4.4 miles)
The Church At Ross Bridge (6.6 miles)
Hunter Street Baptist Church (8.9 miles)
Union Hill Baptist Church (9.3 miles)
Hindu Temple & Cultural Center (10.8 miles)

Pharmacies

Eastern Valley Drugs (1.3 miles)
Hometown Pharmacy Services LLC (1.7 miles)
Heavenly Care Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Mills Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Health Mart Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (8 miles)
Starbucks (10.8 miles)
Starbucks (10.9 miles)

Parks

Oxmoor Park (8.6 miles)
Cahaba Lily Park (9 miles)
Ensley Park (10.7 miles)
Lakeshore Running Trail (11.9 miles)

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