Residents and families consistently describe staff as friendly, caring, and organized.
Many reviews highlight a welcoming experience with staff members who communicate professionally, answer questions, and handle care in an organized way. Several residents or family members specifically praise nurses and caregivers by name, describing compassion and dedication. Even in reviews that mention problems, people still point to positive attention from parts of the team.
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Rehab therapy support stands out
Therapy support is a common bright spot, with families describing strong PT and OT work.
Some reviewers focus on therapy as the best part of the stay, describing therapists as effective and hardworking. One family member specifically mentions PT and OT working with their father after surgery for rehab, including progress with walking and walker support. Another review describes therapy staff positively during a short rehab stay.
common3 reviews mention this
Facility cleanliness is repeatedly mentioned
Residents and families mention cleanliness, including steady housekeeping attention.
Multiple reviews describe the building as clean and note housekeeping working regularly in rooms and halls. One review also highlights a staff member who handles bathing and shaving as part of residents staying neat and clean. Overall, cleanliness comes up alongside positive care experiences.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Care handling and professionalism can slip
A few reviews describe serious breakdowns in equipment handling or staff professionalism.
Not all experiences are smooth: one reviewer says their loved one’s equipment was reportedly mishandled after admission and describes the situation as “shady,” including having to take outside steps. Another reviewer shares frustrations about rude staff behavior and poor responsiveness around the time a discharge was expected. A separate review also calls out rudeness and a lack of professionalism when asking a question.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
120 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 (24 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
Located in Erwin, Tennessee, this area offers convenient access to essential amenities for senior living. With Unicoi County Memorial Hospital and various physicians' offices nearby, residents can easily access healthcare services. A variety of dining options such as Hibachi House and Olde Towne Pancake House provide opportunities for delicious meals. Additionally, pharmacies like Walgreens and West Towne Pharmacy are readily available for medication needs. Places of worship like Grace Fellowship Church and St Mary's Church offer spiritual support, while cafes like Main Street Cafe cater to social gatherings. The presence of Persimmon Ridge Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, and the AMC Johnson City 14 theater offers entertainment options. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment with a mix of amenities to support a comfortable senior living experience.
Hospitals
Unicoi County Memorial Hospital (0.2 miles)
Woodridge (12.3 miles)
James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (12.5 miles)
Franklin Woods Community Hospital (14.2 miles)
Center For Women's Health (14.5 miles)
Restaurants
Hibachi House (0.4 miles)
McDonald's (1.4 miles)
Clarence's Drive-In (6 miles)
Olde Towne Pancake House (12 miles)
Knight's Pizza (12 miles)
The Black Olive (12.1 miles)
Pals (12.1 miles)
Physicians
Unaka Internal Medicine (0.6 miles)
Colinger J W Jr MD PC (1 miles)
Peterson Family Healthcare (2 miles)
Mountain Medicine (5.7 miles)
First Choice Healthcare Family (12.1 miles)
Mountain States Health Alliance 310 Buildiing (12.1 miles)
East Tennessee Brain & Spine Center (12.1 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
Olde Towne Pharmacy (12 miles)
Medicine Shoppe (12.1 miles)
Walgreens (12.1 miles)
Walgreens (12.5 miles)
West Towne Pharmacy (12.7 miles)
ProCompounding Pharmacy (12.7 miles)
Places of Worship
New Victory Baptist Church (9 miles)
Limestone Cove First United Methodist Church (9 miles)
Islamic Center Of Northeast Tennessee (10.7 miles)
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120 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
Tri-Cities Regional (24 miles away)
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
Restaurant-style dining with fully furnished rooms and 24-hour supervision.
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