Gower Convalescent Center in Gower, MO

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Gower Convalescent Center

Gower Convalescent Center in Gower, MO

Gower Convalescent Center is a nursing home community in Gower, MO.

Information last verified:

Po Box 170, 323 South Highway 169, Gower, MO 64454

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

4.3 from 63 reviews
5 stars
38
4 stars
16
3 stars
4
2 stars
3
1 stars
2

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Overall Review of Gower Convalescent Center

common 23 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive staff stand out

Staff attention and follow-through are consistently described by families and residents.

Across the reviews, residents and families describe staff as caring and dedicated, with help that feels personal rather than institutional. Multiple reviewers say staff are helpful and available when needed, and several note that questions and concerns are addressed. One reviewer flags serious concerns about specific employee behavior and compliance, but even that review still acknowledges caring and dedication among workers.

common 6 reviews mention this

Clean facility gets repeat praise

Many reviewers describe the building as clean and well maintained.

Cleanliness comes up repeatedly, including comments about floors and the overall condition of the facility. Several reviewers also describe a lack of noticeable odors and say the place feels well run. A few reviewers connect cleanliness with a generally positive experience of care and comfort.

common 4 reviews mention this

Daily activities keep people engaged

Reviews repeatedly mention activities as part of day-to-day life.

Families describe activities happening regularly, including exercise-related activities and group programs. Some reviewers specifically mention Bible studies, crafts, and music, and others note games such as bingo and opportunities to get out on good days. Reviewers also tie the presence of activities to residents seeming happy and engaged.

common 2 reviews mention this

Dining is valued

Dining and meal experience receive positive comments from families.

At least a couple of reviews highlight the meal experience, including praise that the food is very good. One review also points to a large eating area as part of the overall setup. Together, these comments suggest meals are an expected part of residents’ routines that families notice.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 82 resident community capacity 82 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

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

Transportation

  • Kansas City International (23 miles away) Kansas City International (23 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

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

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Gower, Missouri offers a range of amenities that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a peaceful and convenient living environment. With multiple physicians and medical clinics within close proximity, residents have easy access to healthcare services. There are also several places of worship in the area for spiritual support and community engagement. Pharmacies are readily available for medication needs, and hospitals are conveniently located for emergency care. Transportation options such as U-Haul dealers provide convenience for travel needs. Cafes, restaurants, and parks offer opportunities for socialization and relaxation. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking a comfortable and supportive community in Gower.

Physicians

  • Gower Family Medical Clinic (0.4 miles)
  • Plattsburg Family Medicine (8.6 miles)
  • Mosaic Life Care at St Joseph – Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Mitchell Woods (13.2 miles)
  • Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Cardiovascular Care (13.3 miles)
  • Heartland Cardiovascular Consultants (13.3 miles)
  • Heartland Neurology Clinic (14.3 miles)
  • St Joseph Neurology (14.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Southern Baptist Convention (4.3 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (7.6 miles)
  • United Methodist Church (8.5 miles)
  • Agency Methodist Church (8.5 miles)
  • New Harvest SBC Church (9.6 miles)
  • Community Of Christ (10.9 miles)
  • Clarksdale Christian Church (10.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (8.4 miles)
  • Apothecary Pharmacy (13.2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (14 miles)
  • Walgreens (14.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (14.7 miles)
  • Stevenson Family Pharmacy (15.7 miles)
  • Bender's Prescription Shop (15.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Cameron Regional Medical Center (8.6 miles)
  • HRMC (14.3 miles)
  • HRMC Plaza 1 (14.4 miles)
  • Mosaic Life Care (14.4 miles)
  • St Joseph Center For Outpatient Surgery (15.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Miller's Taxidermy (10.3 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (12.7 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (14.9 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (15.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Plain Jane Cafe (11.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (15.4 miles)
  • Cornerstone Coffee (15.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (15.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Arby's (12.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (12.9 miles)
  • Waffle House (13 miles)
  • McDonald's (13.4 miles)
  • Captain's Corner (13.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (13.7 miles)
  • Ladoga Ridge Winery (14.4 miles)

Parks

  • Smithville Lake Picnic Area (14.3 miles)
  • Hyde Park (15.2 miles)

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