Taos Living Center

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  • Interior

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  • Outdoors

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  • Building

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  • Landscaping

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  • Entrance

    Entrance of Holy Cross Hospital.
  • Healthcare

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  • Wheelchair

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Taos Living Center

1340 Maestas Road, Taos, NM 87571

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

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Skilled Nursing Facility

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The staff at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos is fantastic and provides excellent nursing care 24/7.
  • pro The Living Center has a variety of recreational activities for its clients, including nightly movies and an exercise facility.
  • pro The food at the Living Center is good, and they have a barbershop and worship room for the residents' convenience.
  • pro Taos Living Center has monthly client and family meetings, which facilitate communication and involvement.
  • pro The staff at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos is helpful in assisting patients with follow-up medical care outside of the Living Center.
  • pro Holy Cross Hospital in Taos is considered the best facility in the area, indicating its high standard of care.
  • pro The staff at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos assist patients with wheelchair transportation to their doctors when needed.
  • pro The Living Center offers group activities like bingo, providing opportunities for socialization among residents.

Cons

  • pro The staff is NOT qualified nor has my brother received any follow-up medical care for the UTI.
  • pro His urologist has not been granted privileges at the Living Center.
  • pro He is severely dehydrated and not receiving adequate care.
  • pro This place is horrible!
  • pro Taos Living Center is not too good.
  • pro The rooms are small and crowded.

Review

Holy Cross Hospital in Taos has come under scrutiny recently after a patient contracted an antibiotic-resistant urinary tract infection (UTI) during knee replacement surgery. The patient's family is outraged, claiming that their brother did not receive any follow-up medical care for the UTI while at the Living Center, where he has been twice in the last two months.

The family alleges that the staff at the Living Center is unqualified and ill-equipped to handle their brother's medical needs. Furthermore, they claim that his urologist has not been granted privileges at the facility, forcing his wife to wheel him in a chair to the hospital for follow-up appointments due to lack of funds for ambulance services. The situation has taken a toll on both patients, as his wife recently underwent hip replacement surgery and is now responsible for transporting her husband for necessary medical care.

As a result of inadequate medical attention, the patient's health has deteriorated significantly. He is severely dehydrated and receiving subpar care at the Living Center. This concerning development raises questions about the quality of healthcare provided at this facility.

On a more positive note, there are those who speak highly of Holy Cross Hospital's Taos Living Center. Some individuals praise its fantastic staff and reliable 24/7 nursing care. They also commend the center for its good food options and various recreational activities, such as nightly movies, exercise facilities, and even a barbershop. Additionally, there are monthly client and family meetings held to keep everyone informed and involved.

However, amidst these positive reviews lies one recurring downside - clothing provided by families occasionally goes missing. Although this issue seems to be accidental rather than malicious, it can still cause frustration among residents and their families.

Unfortunately, other reviews suggest a mixed experience with Taos Living Center. While some find the staff helpful, others raise concerns about small and crowded rooms. Despite offering activities like bingo and group activities, it appears that this facility may have room for improvement in terms of its physical space and overall experience for residents.

In conclusion, Holy Cross Hospital in Taos has received both praise and criticism regarding its Living Center. While some reviewers commend the staff and the facility's amenities, others express deep dissatisfaction with the level of care provided, especially for patients with specific medical needs such as UTIs. As this facility transitions to new ownership, it is crucial to address these concerns promptly and ensure that all residents receive comprehensive and appropriate medical attention.

Features

Housing

  • 102 resident community capacity 102 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • 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

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Taos Living Center in Taos, NM is an exceptional assisted living community that offers a wide range of amenities and care services to meet the needs of its residents. The community provides a comfortable and homelike environment, offering fully furnished accommodations with private bathrooms and access to cable or satellite TV.

Residents can enjoy a variety of activities and services to enhance their quality of life. The community features a beauty salon, fitness room, gaming room, small library, and outdoor space for relaxation. There is also a computer center and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available for staying connected with loved ones.

Meals are served in a restaurant-style dining room where residents can enjoy delicious cuisine prepared by the onsite kitchen staff. Special dietary restrictions are accommodated to ensure each resident's nutritional needs are met. Additionally, assistance with diabetes diets and medication management are provided for those in need.

The caring staff at Taos Living Center ensures the safety and well-being of residents by offering 24-hour supervision and a 24-hour call system for any emergencies. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers is readily available.

Transportation arrangements are provided both within the community for non-medical purposes as well as transportation to doctors' appointments. Residents can also take advantage of the community-operated transportation service for nearby outings or planned day trips.

To promote mental wellness, Taos Living Center offers a mental wellness program along with concierge services to cater to individual preferences. Scheduled daily activities allow residents to stay engaged and socialize with fellow residents. Resident-run activities further promote interaction within the community.

Taos Living Center is conveniently located near various amenities essential for everyday needs including cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, and transportation hubs.

With its comprehensive amenities and care services tailored to individual needs, Taos Living Center in Taos, NM promises a vibrant and fulfilling assisted living experience for seniors seeking comfort, convenience, and personalized care.

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Taos Orthopaedic Institute (0.8 miles)
  • Judy L Anderson DDS (1.2 miles)
  • Family Practice Associates of Taos (1.7 miles)
  • Taos Family Practice (1.8 miles)
  • Taos Urgent Care (2.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Taos Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Smiths Money Services (2.4 miles)
  • Smith's Food & Drug (2.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Wendy's (2 miles)
  • La Cueva Cafe (2.5 miles)
  • Stella's Italian Restaurant (2.5 miles)
  • Quechua Peruvian Restaurant (2.6 miles)
  • Sushi Siam Taos (2.6 miles)
  • Alley Cantina (2.6 miles)
  • The Lounge By Rolling Still Distillery (2.7 miles)

Parks

  • Rio Fernando Park (2.2 miles)
  • Sunset Park (2.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Taos Church of Christ (2.3 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church (2.8 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (3.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Taos Aviation Services (2.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Noula's Coffee Shop (2.6 miles)
  • World Cup (2.6 miles)
  • Taos Adobe (2.6 miles)
  • Kiva Coffee Shop & Hopi Dining Room (3 miles)
  • The Coffee Spot (3.7 miles)
  • Taos Mountain Casino (4.1 miles)

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