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3.6 from 30 reviews
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Overall Review of Okeechobee Health Care Facility
common12 reviews mention this
Staff care is frequently emphasized
Residents and families often describe kind, attentive staff.
Across many reviews, people describe caregivers and clinical team members as professional, caring, and responsive—especially during rehab stays and long-term time there. Several reviewers highlight positive interactions with CNAs, nurses, therapists, and staff members they met during visits. A few accounts add that not everyone is equally supportive, but the overall theme of genuine care shows up repeatedly.
common4 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and order stand out
Multiple reviews mention a clean, well-kept facility.
Several reviewers say the building looked clean, orderly, and odorless. Others describe the nursing home as the cleanest they have been in, and point to how well patients look as part of that impression. While the overall tone is mostly positive on cleanliness, one negative review still focuses more on care and medical issues than cleanliness.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Rehab and physical therapy vary
Physical therapy experiences range from strong to frustrating.
Some reviewers credit the physical therapy team for professional, attentive care and meaningful progress. Others report not receiving enough rehab support, being dismissed from therapy, or having therapy not move in the right direction. Even within the rehab-focused comments, outcomes depend heavily on the individual person’s experience and follow-through with care plans.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Food quality draws repeated complaints
Several reviews call out issues with nutrition and food quality.
A number of reviewers describe meals as lacking freshness and nutrition, with vegetables described as overcooked or soggy. Others mention limited options and say they received food they did not consider healthy. A few families also describe bringing food from home because they were dissatisfied with what was served.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Short staffing and supply issues
Some residents and families report staffing shortages.
Some reviewers describe being understaffed, with frequent changes in help and CNAs brought in who did not know patients’ needs. Related complaints include running out of necessary supplies like diapers and wipes and long stretches when care support felt strained. These concerns appear alongside general remarks that the experience can depend on the day and staffing levels.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Medical communication and neglect concerns
A few reviews describe poor medical follow-through.
Some reviewers allege delayed or insufficient medical attention, including not having a doctor come evaluate them during a stay. Others criticize bedside manner, describing rushed visits and difficulty getting clear diagnosis and next steps. At the same time, a separate set of rehab experiences praises continuity with specific therapy providers, suggesting that medical interactions can differ widely by person and situation.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
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
Gainesville Regional (17 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
Pharmacies
Reddick Discount Pharmacy (5.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (13 miles)
Winn-Dixie (14 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (14.1 miles)
Winn-Dixie (14.2 miles)
Sunshine Drugs (14.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (14.4 miles)
Physicians
Citra Family Health (7.4 miles)
Uf Health Pediatrics After Hours (14.8 miles)
UF Health Family Medicine (14.9 miles)
Loving Care Physicians and Midwives (15 miles)
MyEyeDr (15.1 miles)
Children's Oncology Group (15.1 miles)
Eyeglass Express (15.2 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (13.1 miles)
Arby's (13.1 miles)
Melvin & Alice Takeout (13.3 miles)
43rd Street Deli & Breakfast House (13.7 miles)
McDonald's (13.7 miles)
Sister's Place (14.1 miles)
Los Avina (14.1 miles)
Cafes
Saddle Rack Cafe (13.2 miles)
Opus Cafe (14.8 miles)
Peach Valley Cafe (14.8 miles)
Panera Bread (15 miles)
The Leaning Pig (15 miles)
Starbucks (15 miles)
Starbucks (15.1 miles)
Parks
A Nan Buddhist Statue Park (13.4 miles)
Depot Park (14.6 miles)
Roper Park (15.3 miles)
Places of Worship
Paul David (14.6 miles)
Mount Carmel Baptist Church (14.8 miles)
First United Methodist Church (15.2 miles)
Transportation
Rosa Parks Downtown Station (14.6 miles)
Hospitals
Uf Health Heart & Vascular And Neuromedicine Hospitals (14.7 miles)
Okeechobee Health Care Facility is located at 1646 Highway 441 N, Okeechobee, FL 34972 in St. Lucie County, Florida
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180 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 (17 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Small, personalized community with 24/7 supervision and comprehensive daily living support, meals, activities, and transportation.
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