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Overall Review of Ivy Hall Nursing Home
common15 reviews mention this
Staff kindness and attentiveness stand out
Residents’ families and clinicians consistently describe a caring, helpful staff.
Across the reviews, people repeatedly come back to staff members being kind, attentive, and supportive during both short stays and long stays. Several reviewers explicitly thank nurses, CNAs, therapists, and recreation staff for providing comfort, dignity, and responsiveness to families. One reviewer also notes the facility checked in after discharge to help smooth the transition. A separate positive visit note describes staff as helpful and residents as active and happy during visits.
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Cleanliness is frequently mentioned
Multiple reviewers highlight the facility’s cleanliness and upkeep.
Cleanliness comes up in several reviews, including comments about having a clean staff and a clean, well-kept facility. One reviewer specifically says the place is kept immaculate in a nursing home setting. Another positive review pairs cleanliness with a generally good experience, reinforcing that the environment is part of what stands out day to day.
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Rehabilitation and therapy support
Reviews describe rehab and therapy as a core part of the experience.
Several reviews mention rehabilitation stays, including people returning for rehab multiple times and residents moving in for rehab after a health event. Other reviewers describe physical therapy as efficient and note that the staff provided items to help with recovery needs. One account also describes grandparents receiving care during rehab before transitioning elsewhere.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Dementia care varies by situation
Reviews about dementia are mixed, especially around behavior and discharge decisions.
Two reviews reference dementia-related needs, but with very different outcomes. One reviewer says their loved one with Alzheimer’s and dementia was restricted to sitting or lying down and later was sent out after providers labeled behavior and cited staffing limits. Another reviewer describes working as a team to accommodate a loved one with vascular dementia and calls out the staff for being respectful and going above and beyond. Together, the reviews suggest outcomes may depend on the resident’s needs and how the facility manages behavior-related concerns.
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Staffing consistency is a concern
Some reviewers raise concerns about staffing levels and consistent care.
While many reviews emphasize care and support, a couple of reviews point to staffing problems affecting residents’ daily care. One reviewer claims there is almost no in-house staff and that residents experience shortages and different staffing each day, leading to inconsistent care. Another reviewer says the facility cited a lack of manpower to keep their loved one safe, which then contributed to the decision to remove them from the facility. These comments directly contrast with the more frequent positive experiences described elsewhere.
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Features
Housing
101 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
Tri-Cities Regional (14 miles away)
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
This part of Elizabethton, Tennessee offers a variety of amenities and conveniences that would be beneficial for senior living. There are several restaurants nearby, including J's Corner and El Charolais De Elizabethton, providing options for dining out. Additionally, there are pharmacies such as Walgreens and Ingles Market Pharmacy within close proximity for easy access to medications and healthcare supplies. Places of worship like St Thomas Episcopal Church and True Gospel Baptist Church offer spiritual support for those seeking religious community. For medical needs, there are multiple physician offices in the area, as well as Sycamore Shoals Hospital just 1.5 miles away. Parks like Watauga Lake Dam provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Cafes like Dos Gatos Coffee Bar and Open Doors Coffeehouse offer social settings for meeting with friends or enjoying a cup of coffee. The presence of transportation services like Enterprise Rent-A-Car can make getting around easier, while theaters such as AMC Johnson City 14 offer entertainment options for leisure time activities. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment with diverse resources suitable for senior living.
Restaurants
J's Corner (0.2 miles)
McDonald's (0.4 miles)
El Charolais De Elizabethton (0.6 miles)
Fuzzy Holes (6.3 miles)
Arby's (7.1 miles)
Ole's Guacamoles (7.3 miles)
Holy Taco & Cantina (7.5 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.4 miles)
Ingles Market Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Hampton Pharmacy (5 miles)
Walgreens (6.7 miles)
Walgreens (7.1 miles)
The Compounding Lab Johnson City (8.4 miles)
Hillcrest Drug Store (8.4 miles)
Places of Worship
St Thomas Episcopal Church (0.8 miles)
True Gospel Baptist Church (2.3 miles)
Gap Creek Christian Church (4 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (4.2 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (5.1 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (6.1 miles)
St Mary's Church (7.2 miles)
Physicians
Medical Care (1.3 miles)
Medical Care (1.3 miles)
Riverside Pediatrics (1.5 miles)
First Medical OB/GYN (1.6 miles)
Cardiology Consultants of Johnson City PC (1.6 miles)
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