Park Meadows Health And Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home community in Gainesville, FL.
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Park Meadows Health And Rehabilitation Center in Gainesville, FL
Save3250 South West 41St Place, Gainesville, FL 32608
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Physical therapy and rehab are a standout focus in residents’ stories.
Multiple reviewers describe strong physical therapy results, including improving mobility and confidence during rehab. A number of comments also specifically call out the therapy staff as encouraging and helpful, with one person saying they eventually regained the ability to walk using a walker or cane.
Reviewers consistently describe staff who are polite, attentive, and supportive.
Across several reviews, visitors and residents mention being greeted warmly and treated with respect by staff. Some reviewers also say they felt comfortable during visits and that nurses or caregivers listened to concerns and followed up as needed.
Residents and visitors mention daily activities and resident engagement.
More than one reviewer highlights planned activities as part of day-to-day life at the community. Comments describe a more engaged environment, including residents socializing and enjoying activities led by an activities director or activities department.
Some reviews report delayed responses and failures with basic needs.
A recurring concern in critical reviews is that call lights or requests for help were not answered promptly. Some reviewers describe patients left waiting or experiencing avoidable situations after asking to be changed or assisted.
Several reviewers are unhappy with meals and dietary follow-through.
Some reviews say the food was not appetizing, arrived cold, or was otherwise not enjoyable. There are also comments suggesting dietary requirements were not consistently met, along with complaints about running out of certain items at times.
Reviews differ on cleanliness, and some describe the building as run-down.
One group of reviewers mentions the need for renovations and describes the facility as old or in need of improvement. Other reviews go further, describing the environment as dirty or foul-smelling, along with concerns about housekeeping and general upkeep.
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154 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
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
Gainesville Regional (8 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
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 Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesPark Meadows Health And Rehabilitation Center is located at 3250 South West 41St Place, Gainesville, FL 32608 in Alachua County, Florida
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