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3.3 from 57 reviews
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Overall Review of Fairfield Memorial Hospital
common16 reviews mention this
Nurses are caring and attentive
Nursing support is often described as kind, professional, and comforting.
Many reviewers praise nurses and CNAs for being sweet, attentive, and genuinely caring, including support on dementia care units and reassurance to family members. Several also highlight moments of encouragement and patience, from bedside interactions to answering questions during procedures. At the same time, a smaller set of reviews report negative experiences with nurse communication and bedside behavior, including being treated rudely or made uncomfortable during care.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Food support gets mixed reviews
Food service is uneven, with both praise for dietary help and complaints about snacks.
Some reviewers specifically mention the dietary department treating them well. Others complain about not receiving requested food or a guest tray as expected, describing the experience as frustrating while they were paying for care and room. Together, the reviews point to day-to-day variability in how reliably meals and snacks are handled.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Long waits can be a problem
Delays and uncertain wait times come up in multiple negative reviews.
Some reviewers describe being kept waiting with unclear timing, including being told to wait outside their car during an urgent visit. Others report extended timeframes in the ER for minor needs, even to the point of leaving and going elsewhere for faster treatment. One review also mentions long waits as part of the broader challenge they faced when using the facility.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Doctor bedside manner varies widely
Doctor interactions are inconsistent, ranging from quick help to complaints about tone and care decisions.
Several reviews praise doctors and treatment outcomes, including being diagnosed and helped promptly. Other reviewers focus on negative bedside manner, describing rude, condescending, or uncaring interactions, along with concerns about medication decisions and follow-through. A few also describe frustration with how doctors handled their concerns during urgent ER visits.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Costs and bills feel high
Some families feel the costs are high and not always matched by service details.
One review calls out high bills and difficulty with how amounts are handled. Another expresses frustration about paying for care and room while feeling a small food request was refused or handled improperly. These comments suggest cost pressure and dissatisfaction can overlap with service experiences.
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Features
Housing
30 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
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
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Core Physician Resources (0 miles)
Southern Illinois Primary Care Associates PC (0 miles)
Marion Eye Centers & Optical (0.8 miles)
Precision EyeCare Centers (0.8 miles)
Southern Illinois Primary Care Associates (17.1 miles)
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30 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
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
Extensive amenities with 24/7 care.
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