Blue Ridge In Brookview House

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  • Interior

    A cozy interior featuring a dining table set for two, adjacent to a neatly made bed.
  • Outdoors

    A peaceful outdoor area with a gazebo, surrounded by grass and a walkway.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, dresser, mirror, and decor.
  • Building

    A modern building with a courtyard featuring a lawn and garden.
  • Architecture

    A modern house with a spacious lawn and garden.
  • Trees

    A well-maintained garden area with a concrete pathway, bench, and decorative well.
  • Windows

    A spacious room with round tables covered in green tablecloths and surrounded by windows allowing natural light.
  • Landscaping

    Entrance sign with vibrant landscaping at a residential area.
  • Lighting

    A clean, well-lit hallway inside a building with a piano on the left side.
  • Entrance

    Entrance sign to a neighborhood with well-maintained landscaping and flowers.
  • Hallway

    A clean and bright hospital corridor with polished floor tiles.

Blue Ridge In Brookview House

510 Thompson Street, Gaffney, SC 29340

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

3.1 from 9 reviews
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Skilled Nursing Facility

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The staff and therapists at Brookview are described as kind, encouraging, and supportive, making the rehab experience pleasant for residents and their families.
  • pro Kayce, the Administration and Marketing Director, is praised for her professionalism and dedication to helping families with any questions or concerns.
  • pro Many reviews highlight the cleanliness of the facility and the spaciousness of the rooms, contributing to a comfortable environment for residents.
  • pro The physical therapy team is noted as being skilled and interested in providing quality care to patients during rehab.
  • pro Families appreciate knowing that their loved ones are receiving care in a safe and clean facility, which alleviates some stress during difficult times.
  • pro Overall, several reviewers recommend Brookview for its caring staff and good interactions with various departments within the facility.

Cons

  • pro The facility lacks professionalism, with administration showing little concern for patients' well-being.
  • pro Clothes are frequently lost or not returned, and patients' best interests are often disregarded.
  • pro There is inconsistent and minimal nursing care, leading to delays in addressing medical needs.
  • pro Staffing appears to be understaffed, resulting in slow responses to call buttons and inadequate attention to residents.
  • pro Communication from the staff can be adversarial and unwelcoming, creating a stressful visiting environment for families.
  • pro The quality of food served is minimal and unsatisfactory, with residents not receiving basic amenities like coffee.
  • pro Residents have experienced neglect regarding personal hygiene and daily care activities.
  • pro Concerns about the overall cleanliness and upkeep of the facility were raised by several reviewers.
  • pro Instances of theft or loss of personal belongings have been reported by residents’ families.
  • pro Families expressed frustration over a lack of proper communication regarding their loved ones' health conditions and care plans.

Review

Brookview has elicited a range of responses from families and individuals regarding their experiences with the facility. Many express gratitude for the care provided, while others highlight significant concerns about the quality of service, professionalism, and overall treatment of patients. This dichotomy illustrates the complexities of rehabilitation centers, particularly in how individual experiences can vary drastically within the same establishment.

On one hand, there are numerous positive remarks highlighting Brookview's spacious and clean rooms, kind staff, and effective therapy programs. Families have praised Kayce, the Administration and Marketing Director, for her exceptional support. Reviewers commend her unwavering dedication to ensuring that families' needs are met promptly. Her professionalism and willingness to "go the extra mile" have made a marked difference in easing transitions into rehab, making relatives feel supported throughout what is often a challenging time. These sentiments echo throughout several accounts where families felt reassured by both nursing staff and therapists who were described as compassionate and attentive.

However, contrasting reviews reveal glaring issues with administration responsiveness and general patient care that cannot be overlooked. Some family members voiced frustration over a perceived lack of professionalism among higher management. Concerns about clothing misplacement—often not returned—and accusations about poor patient treatment were raised repeatedly by disappointed relatives. One review starkly noted that while some staff members displayed a genuine commitment to care, many higher-ups were cited as unhelpful or indifferent to patients’ well-being. This inconsistency creates an environment ripe for distrust among families trying to ensure quality care for their loved ones.

Further compounding these issues were alarming reports regarding specific medical negligence. Reviews detailed instances where essential medications or treatments were delayed or inadequately managed; such lapses in care led to severe health consequences for some residents. For example, one account highlighted a resident who went without vital medication due to poor communication between shifts and insufficient staffing—a problem that many users indicated was pervasive at Brookview.

The dining experience at Brookview also drew mixed reactions from users. While some appreciated the meals provided during their stay, others described food quality as minimal at best—with one family member mentioning their loved one never even received coffee during their entire stay. Such complaints underscore the need for continuous improvements in all aspects of patient care at this facility.

Despite occasional positive experiences shared by families who felt assured about cleanliness and safety standards at Brookview’s premises—even noting effective physical therapy programs—dull moments overshadowed by claims of neglect left many expressing dissatisfaction with their experience overall. Accounts detailing stolen belongings or inadequate response times have generated resentment toward the facility's operations and cast doubts on whether it lives up to its rehabilitative intent.

In conclusion, while Brookview boasts strengths through dedicated staff like Kayce who genuinely strive to provide excellent patient care amidst difficult circumstances—including a clean environment conducive to recovery—the overarching themes emerging from reviews indicate systemic flaws rooted in administrative practices that lead to significant distress among residents and their families alike. The disparity between high-quality caregiving from certain staff members contrasted against alarming reports of neglect suggests an urgent need for improved consistency across all levels of operation within the facility in order to fulfill its mission effectively—and uphold its reputation as a nurturing refuge for those seeking rehabilitation services.

Features

Housing

  • 132 resident community capacity 132 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

Blue Ridge in Brookview House is an assisted living community located in Gaffney, SC. We offer a wide range of amenities and care services to ensure that our residents have everything they need to live a comfortable and fulfilling life.

Our amenities include a beauty salon, where residents can enjoy pampering services. We also provide Cable or satellite TV for entertainment, as well as Community operated transportation for ease of access to nearby locations. Our Computer center allows residents to stay connected with their loved ones, while our fully furnished apartments provide a cozy and welcoming living space.

For recreation, we have a gaming room and a small library where residents can enjoy their favorite pastimes. Our fitness room and wellness center are perfect for those who want to stay active and maintain their health. Outdoor space and gardens allow residents to enjoy nature and spend time outdoors.

Dining is an important aspect of our community, which is why we offer restaurant-style dining with delicious meals prepared by our talented chefs. We cater to special dietary restrictions and Diabetes diet for those who require it.

At Blue Ridge in Brookview House, our dedicated staff is available 24/7 to provide assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management. We also have a mental wellness program in place to support the emotional well-being of our residents.

To ensure that our residents can easily access medical care, we offer transportation arrangement for doctors' appointments. Additionally, we have 24-hour call system and supervision for added safety and security.

We believe that staying engaged in activities is essential for overall well-being. That's why we offer concierge services, fitness programs, planned day trips, resident-run activities, and scheduled daily activities for all interests.

In terms of location convenience, Blue Ridge in Brookview House has several cafes, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, theaters nearby. There are also hospitals within close proximity to provide medical care when needed.

At Blue Ridge in Brookview House, we strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where our residents can feel at home while receiving the support they need.

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.9 miles)
  • Daddy Joe's Beach House BBQ and Grill (2.1 miles)
  • Cook Out (2.3 miles)
  • Applebee's (2.4 miles)
  • Zaxby's (2.5 miles)
  • Firehouse Subs (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Broad River Baptist Association (1 miles)
  • Providence Baptist Church (2.6 miles)
  • Encounter Church (3.5 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (4.2 miles)
  • Fairview Baptist Church (6 miles)
  • Westside Baptist Church (9.9 miles)
  • Westminster Presbyterian Church (15 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Buford Street Drug Store (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Royce Associate (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (12.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (13.7 miles)
  • Ingles (14 miles)
  • Walgreens (14.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Cherokee County Mealsonwheels (1.2 miles)
  • Upstate Carolina Medical Center (2.7 miles)
  • Ucmc Icu (2.7 miles)
  • Mary Black Health System-Gaffney (2.7 miles)
  • Mary Black Hospital North Wing Entrance (14.5 miles)
  • Mary Black Memorial Hospital (14.5 miles)
  • Mary Black Health System Emergency Room/Department (14.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Piedmont Medical of Sc (1.4 miles)
  • Shelby Eye Center (1.8 miles)
  • Cherokee Family Medicine (2.3 miles)
  • Limestone Family Medicine (2.3 miles)
  • Ruffing & Klosterman Family Medicine (2.3 miles)
  • Gaffney Family Medical Care (2.4 miles)
  • Cherokee Children's Clinic Pa (2.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.2 miles)
  • John's Cafe & Catering (12.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (13.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (14.4 miles)

Theaters

  • The Big E Gaffney (3.8 miles)

Parks

  • Cowpens Veterans Memorial Park (8.7 miles)
  • Cowpens National Battlefield Visitors Center (10.7 miles)
  • Hillcrest Park (14.7 miles)

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