Overall Review of Shaker Place Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
common18 reviews mention this
Staff care and responsiveness stand out
Many reviewers describe staff who are caring, responsive, and easy to reach.
Across many reviews, residents and families mention being greeted warmly and getting help when questions come up. Several people highlight nursing staff, aides, social work, and administrative teams staying in contact and explaining whatâs happening. Some reviewers also call out individual caregivers and praise how staff treat both residents and family members with respect. A few critical reviews dispute that level of support, describing rudeness, neglect, or staffing problems.
common7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is a recurring plus
Cleanliness is repeatedly mentioned, including rooms, common areas, and overall upkeep.
Multiple reviewers say the facility feels very clean and well maintained, including clean rooms and a bright, refreshed look. Families also describe security and comfort tied to the environment. Even when a review raises concerns, other people still return to cleanliness as a positive they observed during visits or stays.
common6 reviews mention this
Medical care and coordination matter
Reviews frequently connect the experience to expert medical attention and care coordination.
Several families praise the medical care their loved ones received and describe staff as compassionate while managing complications or rehab needs. Others mention communication from nursing leadership and teams, including updates during stays. A few reviews criticize clinical outcomes or follow-through, but the dominant thread is that residents receive active attention and coordinated care.
common2 reviews mention this
Food and dining feel like an event
At least some reviewers single out the food quality and meal experience.
One review describes an outdoor picnic with grilled items, side dishes, and desserts that residents and families enjoyed together. Another review lists âgood foodâ as a clear pro. The community also offers restaurant-style dining in its amenities and includes special diets like diabetes diet and special dietary restrictions.
common2 reviews mention this
Activities and social events are mentioned
Some residents are described as staying engaged through activities and events.
Reviewers mention community-sponsored events such as a resident-and-family outdoor picnic. Another review highlights an activities department with musical events and parties that residents and visitors enjoy. The community also lists scheduled daily activities, planned day trips, resident-run activities, and fitness programs.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Staffing and care follow-through raise concerns
A recurring concern is inadequate staffing and incomplete attention to basic care needs.
Some critical reviews describe situations like neglect concerns, hygiene or hydration problems, and needing families to monitor care closely. Others say the facility was extremely understaffed during a rehabilitation stay and describe pulmonary care as a nightmare. One more review recounts delayed help with call bells and notes serious lapses in routine care, including incontinence checks.
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Features
Housing
250 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
Albany Cty (1 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
Videos
Nearby Places of Interest
Transportation
National Car Rental (0.3 miles)
Southwest Airlines (0.3 miles)
Albany International Airport (ALB) (0.3 miles)
Terminal B (0.4 miles)
CDTA Bus Stop (5.1 miles)
Restaurants
Hudson Valley Wine Bar (0.3 miles)
JT Maxies (1.5 miles)
El Charro Mexican Grill (1.6 miles)
Denny's (1.8 miles)
Otis & Oliver's Restaurant & Pub (1.8 miles)
McDonald's (1.9 miles)
La Fiesta (2 miles)
Physicians
Capital Care Nutrition & Diabetes Center (1.2 miles)
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250 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
Albany Cty (1 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
Some staff were friendly and provided rehabilitation support.
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