Overall Review of Providence Hospital
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2 reviews mention this
Food quality is mixed
Food quality is inconsistent, with some meals described as excellent and others as difficult to eat.
A portion of reviewers praise the cafeteria food, calling it awesome. Others describe repeated meal problems, including missing trays and meals that were served in an unappetizing form after promises to correct them.
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2 reviews mention this
Elevator reliability raises safety concerns
Multiple reviewers raise concerns about elevator reliability and safety.
Some reviewers say the facility has had elevator problems that affected patient and visitor access. One reviewer describes being dropped by an elevator, including during a time when a loved one was being transported for surgery.
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2 reviews mention this
Communication gaps affect the experience
Several reviewers describe poor communication and limited updates during waits.
One reviewer says communication was poor during a long wait with no updates. Another describes scheduling and check-in issues with little to no communication as time passed.
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Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Columbia, South Carolina, this area offers a variety of healthcare options including Palmetto Cardiology Associates, Midlands Pulmonary, Critical Care, & Sleep Medicine, and several pharmacies such as Hawthorne Pharmacy and Kroger Pharmacy. For dining options, residents can indulge in local favorites like Waffle House, Chick-Fil-A, and Pawleys Front Porch. Additionally, there are plenty of coffee shops like Starbucks and Drip for those who enjoy a morning pick-me-up. For outdoor enthusiasts, nearby parks such as Hollywood Park and the Columbia Canal & Riverfront Park offer opportunities for leisurely walks and scenic views. Residents can also find spiritual fulfillment at places of worship like Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and St Joseph's Catholic Church. Overall, this area provides access to essential services and amenities that cater to the needs of seniors considering senior living options in Columbia.
Physicians
- Palmetto Cardiology Associates (0.1 miles)
- Midlands Pulmonary, Critical Care, & Sleep Medicine (0.1 miles)
- Holly K Smith - Providence Columbia Medical Associates (0.1 miles)
- Columbia Medical Associates (0.1 miles)
- Providence Thoracic & Cardiovascular Associates (0.1 miles)
- Joseph J. Lawton (0.1 miles)
- Miller & Flynn Optometrist (0.1 miles)
Hospitals
Pharmacies
- Hawthorne Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
- Judy, Andrea (0.3 miles)
- Walgreens (1.1 miles)
- Palmeto Senior Care: John D Marsh (1.3 miles)
- Kroger Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
- Walgreens (1.4 miles)
- CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Cafes
- Starbucks (0.2 miles)
- Drip (1.1 miles)
- Starbucks (1.2 miles)
- Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Park St (1.7 miles)
- The Corner Blend (1.7 miles)
- Starbucks (2.8 miles)
Restaurants
- Waffle House (0.8 miles)
- Chick-Fil-A (0.9 miles)
- Pawleys Front Porch (1 miles)
- The Gourmet Shop (1.1 miles)
- Backstreets Grill (1.1 miles)
- Bar None (1.1 miles)
- Craft and Draft (1.2 miles)
Transportation
- Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1.6 miles)
Places of Worship
- Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (1.7 miles)
- St Joseph's Catholic Church (1.8 miles)
Parks
- Hollywood Park (1.9 miles)
- Columbia Canal & Riverfront Park (2.2 miles)
- West Columbia Riverwalk (2.7 miles)