Shawnee Christian Nursing Center is a nursing home community in Herrin, IL.
Information last verified:
1901 13Th Street, Herrin, IL 62948
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.9 from 31 reviews
5 stars
19
4 stars
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3 stars
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Overall Review of Shawnee Christian Nursing Center
common18 reviews mention this
Staff care is a consistent theme
Residents and families repeatedly describe the care and staff attention in both positive and negative terms.
Across the reviews, families frequently talk about staff taking care of residents and responding to concerns, including during rehab and longer stays. Several residents describe nurses and care teams as compassionate, respectful, and diligent. A smaller set of reviews raise serious concerns, including mistreatment and failures in basic care. Overall, the reviews point to meaningful differences in day-to-day experiences.
common4 reviews mention this
Rehab and wound treatment
Residents describe rehab and wound-focused care as a meaningful part of their experience.
Several reviewers mention using the facility for rehab after a hospital stay, with families describing care that helped someone get strong enough to go home. Another resident visit focuses on therapy alongside the nursing team. One review specifically calls out wound treatment as an outstanding use of the facility. These mentions align with the community offering skilled nursing care.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Communication and responsiveness vary
Some families report difficulties getting timely answers or help when they asked.
One visitor describes asking questions and having them addressed respectfully, but another review says communication from nurses was not dependable. A separate review complains about being kept informed and an interaction with a staff member. Another family notes they had to remind staff about needs, though they said the issue typically worked out after reminders. Taken together, the reviews suggest responsiveness can be uneven.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is described both ways
Reviews describe cleanliness in mixed ways, with both complaints and positive observations.
One review says the facility was not very clean and ties that to how the food was served. In contrast, another reviewer says the staff keeps the place clean. A different review also includes a positive note about how it smells, which points to a more favorable cleanliness experience for at least some visitors. The overall picture is not consistent across reviews.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Room size can feel limited
A recurring concern is that rooms can feel small, especially shared spaces.
Multiple reviews mention space limitations, including an older building with small rooms. Another review specifically calls out shared rooms as tiny. While these comments focus on physical space, they help explain why some families may feel less comfortable with the day-to-day environment.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Value and pricing concerns appear
Some reviewers question value, especially when care or service feels inadequate for what they paid.
One review criticizes the food served to clients as sad for the price paid to live there. Another review cites a high monthly charge in the context of a negative experience and a move out to the ER. These comments suggest that pricing expectations are not always met, at least for certain families in their situations.
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
159 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
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
Places of Worship
Church of God (0.1 miles)
Christian Life Center (0.1 miles)
First Baptist Church (2.2 miles)
Southern Illinois Worship Center (4.8 miles)
First Apostolic Church (5.3 miles)
Ezra Church of God (5.5 miles)
Biblevoice USA (5.6 miles)
Physicians
Southern Illinois Dermatology (1.1 miles)
Southern Illinois Healthcare (1.4 miles)
New Life Weight Loss Center (1.4 miles)
Talley Eye Care (4.8 miles)
Jackson Vision & Laser Center (5 miles)
Christopher Rural Health (5.1 miles)
Si Neurology & Sleep Medicine (5.1 miles)
Restaurants
J & J Time Out Sports Bar (1.2 miles)
Teddy's Sports Bar & Grill (1.3 miles)
Mary's Restaurant (1.6 miles)
Casa Vieja Mexican Restaurant (5.1 miles)
Cakes By Ally (5.6 miles)
Marlow's Authentic Italian (5.6 miles)
McDonald's (5.8 miles)
Hospitals
Herrin Hospital (1.4 miles)
Memorial Hospital Cancer Center (5.5 miles)
Marion Hospital Corporation (5.6 miles)
Marion Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic (5.6 miles)
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159 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
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
Basic care framework with 24-hour supervision and on-site amenities.
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