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Providence Hospital in Columbia, SC

Providence Hospital is a nursing home community in Columbia, SC.

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Providence Hospital in Columbia, SC

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Providence Hospital

2435 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29204

To contact a resident: (803) 256-5300

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

2.8 from 120 reviews
5 stars
49
4 stars
4
3 stars
2
2 stars
9
1 stars
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Overall Review of Providence Hospital

caveat 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.

caveat 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.

caveat 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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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Transportation

  • Columbia Metropolitan (8 miles away) Columbia Metropolitan (8 miles away)

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

  • Sleep Med (0.1 miles)

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)

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