Overall Review of Hickory Ridge Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
common15 reviews mention this
Caring, attentive staff feel consistent
Many residents and families describe staff as caring and helpful.
Several reviews say the staff was professional, clean, and focused on resident care. Families specifically praise nurses and aides for hands-on help, including bathing, meals, and taking time to respond to needs. A reviewer caring for a loved one with advanced dementia also describes staff who seemed to understand dementia needs and tried different approaches when someone wasnât eating.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Call lights and communication can lag
Some families report long waits for help after call lights.
While some reviews are positive about staff, others describe serious delays in getting assistance, including call buttons not being within reach or unanswered for extended periods. Multiple accounts also describe limited communication unless families repeatedly pushed for updates, along with situations where staff arrived late after help was requested. In these reviews, residentsâ comfort and dignity suffered when requests werenât handled promptly.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odors draw mixed feedback
Cleanliness is a recurring concern for some residents and families.
Some reviewers say the facility is cleaned constantly and that the building is kept up. Others describe the opposite experience, including strong odors, dirty bathrooms or hallways, and reports of unsanitary conditions. Taken together, cleanliness reads inconsistent across reviews, with odor and dirt mentioned enough to stand out.
common4 reviews mention this
Experience with dementia is a focal point
Reviews strongly associate care quality with dementia support.
Two reviews describe dementia care positively, including help with hygiene routines, fresh bedding, and staff who seemed able to handle dementia-related behaviors. Other reviews raise concerns in dementia-related situations, including reports of call buttons not being reached, shared spaces staying unclean, and residents seeming left without appropriate help. For this community, dementia care comes across as a key area where experiences vary widely.
common4 reviews mention this
Food quality and support can vary
Residentsâ meal experiences range from well-supported to frustrating.
Some reviews praise meals and say residents received help with eating and regular food service. Other families report issues like food being cold or uneaten, late mealtimes, or residents not being supported at the level needed. Several accounts tie meal problems to broader concerns about responsiveness and bedside assistance.
common3 reviews mention this
Activities are mentioned, but not uniformly
Reviews differ on how much structured activity residents get.
Some residents describe great activities, and at least one review also highlights one-on-one time alongside activities. Others say there was not much going on with residents specifically, with some mentioning that entertainment was limited. Where activities were discussed negatively, the theme often paired with concerns about comfort and engagement during the day.
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Bedroom
Windows
Landscaping
Television
Exercise Equipment
Interior
Decor
Bedroom
Landscaping and Building
Windows, Natural Light, Indoor Plants, and Wooden Flooring
Trees and Grass
Television
Seating Area and Healthcare
Exercise Equipment and Rehabilitation
Gym and Workout Space
Waiting Area, Physical Therapy, and Stairs
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170 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
Akron-Canton Regional (14 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
Vibrant community with easy access to dining, parks, and healthcare.
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