Cridersville Healthcare Center

Pros

• The nursing home provided exceptional care and extended the mother's life when hospitals could not.
• They ensured that the mother received the necessary oxygen support, allowing her to survive longer than expected.
• The staff went above and beyond in treating both the mother and her family with compassion and kindness.
• The family felt immense gratitude for the nursing home's dedication to their mother's well-being.
• Trust in the nursing home was established due to their commitment to quality care and support.

Cons

• The hospital gave her less than a week to live, indicating a lack of hope or care for her condition.
• The hospital's recommendation of only 2 liters of oxygen would have been detrimental to her survival.
• The initial prognosis from the hospital showed a disregard for her potential to live longer.
• She was forced to rely on higher and higher levels of oxygen as her condition worsened over time.
• There was an implication that without proper care, she may not have survived at all.

Review

In July 2013, a difficult chapter began for my family as my mother was admitted to a nursing home due to her acute respiratory condition, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). At that time, the hospital in Lima had exhausted all possible treatment options for her, declaring her prognosis dire. The medical staff anticipated that she had less than a week to live, given her critical need for oxygen. This grim outlook left our family grappling with myriad emotions—fear, sadness, and uncertainty about how we would navigate this transition. However, the decision to move her into the nursing home would ultimately prove vital in extending our time together.

Upon her admission to the nursing facility, we learned that medical directives from the hospital recommended administering only two liters of oxygen. To us, this seemed insufficient considering my mother's deteriorating health; it was clear she required more support. Fortunately, the nursing home staff recognized the urgent need for adequate oxygen flow and took it upon themselves to adjust treatment protocols. Their willingness to provide more than what was prescribed by hospital standards was not only an act of medical judgment but also one of compassion and care.

As days turned into weeks at the nursing home, we witnessed remarkable improvements in my mother's quality of life due not only to their attentive care but also their commitment to fulfilling her medical needs. Week by week, as expected with COPD progression, she needed increased levels of oxygen; eventually reaching an astonishing 20 liters per day before she passed away in September 2013. Despite being on a full mask around the clock by that point—a scenario that could easily have been overwhelming—the constant care provided by the facility allowed us additional precious moments with her.

The nursing home's approach extended beyond simply administering oxygen; they fostered an environment where both patients and families felt valued and supported during extremely challenging times. From day-to-day interactions to significant healthcare decisions, their staff went above and beyond expectations in ensuring that my mother received personalized attention tailored to her evolving condition. It became evident how much they genuinely cared about not just extending life but enhancing its quality amidst debilitating health challenges.

One aspect consistently stood out: trustworthiness. As family members grappling with our own fears about impending loss and emotional turmoil surrounding caregiving decisions, knowing we could place our faith in this nursing home provided solace during such turbulent times. Trust extended beyond mere words; it manifested through actions—each member of their team reaffirmed our confidence through every engagement and every update regarding mom’s well-being.

In conclusion, while losing my mother remains an indescribably painful experience within our lives—as I reflect upon those final months spent at the nursing home—I am deeply grateful for the compassionate care she received there. Because of their dedication and proactive measures regarding her treatment regimen throughout those weeks leading up to her passing so many memories were cherished long after doctors had purportedly predicted otherwise—all made possible because this institution chose empathy over limitations dictated by traditional medical protocols alone.

Physicians

• Mishr Endocrinology & Diabetes Clinic (0.8 miles)
• Cridersville Medical Center (0.8 miles)
• Gastro-Intestinal Associates (3.2 miles)
• Colorectal Screening Clinic (3.2 miles)
• The Endoscopy Center Of West Central Ohio (3.2 miles)
• St Rita's Family Medicine-Shawnee (3.6 miles)
• Dr Glen F. Aukerman (3.6 miles)

Places of Worship

• Shawnee Alliance Church (1.6 miles)
• Churches (3.2 miles)
• Shawnee United Methodist Church (3.2 miles)
• Shawnee First Church of God (3.5 miles)
• Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church (4 miles)
• New Morning Star Baptist Church (4.1 miles)
• Gospel Tabernacle Adventist Church (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

• CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
• Rite Aid (6 miles)

Restaurants

• Pete's Ice Cream (2.7 miles)
• Arby's (3.5 miles)
• La Charreada Shawnee (3.5 miles)
• Burger King (3.5 miles)
• Ike's Great American Restaurant (3.7 miles)
• Beer Barrel Pizza (3.9 miles)
• Vino Bellissimo (5.2 miles)

Hospitals

• Lima Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles)
• West Central Ohio Regional Healthcare Alliance (3.5 miles)
• St Rita's Occupational Health (3.9 miles)
• Ottawa Valley Center (5 miles)
• St Rita's Regional Cancer Center (5.9 miles)
• St Regis Medical Center Laboratory (6 miles)
• Lima Memorial Hospital Lab (6 miles)

Transportation

• Bailey's Whitetale Taxidermy (4.7 miles)

Parks

• Faurot Park (5.4 miles)