Overall Review of Sumter East Health & Rehabilitation Center
differentiator14 reviews mention this
Activities and morale stand out
Residents and families repeatedly describe a strong, engaging activities program.
Multiple reviewers mention regular, fun activities and highlight specific activity staff and directors by name. People describe the activities as improving morale, helping residents stay engaged, and creating a more lively day-to-day experience. Even when reviews focus on other concerns, several still point to the activities department as a positive piece of the stay.
common26 reviews mention this
Staff care and professionalism are frequent
Many reviewers say the staff are caring, welcoming, and professional in everyday interactions.
Across reviews, families describe staff as kind, supportive, and attentiveāespecially during admissions, communication with families, and day-to-day care. Several mention therapy and nursing interactions that feel responsive and respectful, and a number of visitors comment on a friendly atmosphere in the building. A few reviews are sharply critical of staff behavior and follow-through, but the overall pattern of warm, professional interactions shows up repeatedly.
common10 reviews mention this
Skilled nursing and therapies get praised
Residents and families commonly connect care here with therapy and rehab progress.
Some reviewers say the therapy team helped with rehabilitation goals and that physical and speech therapy were part of the daily routine. Others describe staff working with residentsā needs and providing support as part of recovery. Several reviews also contrast this with reports of poor care, but the therapy-and-rehab theme remains consistently present across multiple stays.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Hard to reach by phone
A recurring complaint is that the facility is difficult to contact by phone.
Several reviewers report calling at different times and not getting through, including long holds or calls that never connect with someone who can provide information. There are also complaints about messages not being returned, which increases frustration for families trying to check on a loved one. This theme shows up often enough to be considered a service gap.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and bug concerns vary
Reviews are split on cleanliness, with some raising concerns about unsafe conditions.
Some reviewers praise the facility as clean and well kept, including positive comments about odor and overall presentation. Others describe issues such as bugs, dirty conditions, and sanitation problems, with a few reviews tying these concerns to safety and quality of care. Because both perspectives appear in the reviews, cleanliness seems uneven depending on time and circumstance.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
176 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
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
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Angel's Mexican Restaurant (0.1 miles)
Captain D's (0.2 miles)
Murray's Donuts (1.2 miles)
Hibachi Grill (1.2 miles)
Thai House Buffet & Sushi Bar (1.2 miles)
King Wok (1.3 miles)
Hardee's (1.3 miles)
Places of Worship
General Conference Of Seventh-Day Adventists (0.4 miles)
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Exercise Equipment, Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Therapy Room, and Stairs
Exterior
Parking
Grass
Brick
Urban
Sidewalk
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176 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
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
Diabetic-focused care with trained staff; convenient access to nearby services
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