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4.6 from 124 reviews
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Overall Review of Life Care Center Of Blount County
common34 reviews mention this
Staff are kind and responsive
Residents and families frequently describe staff as kind, professional, and attentive.
Across the reviews, people repeatedly mention friendly, helpful staff and professional care from reception through nursing and therapy areas. Several reviewers specifically call out communication and responsiveness when they needed help, and they describe staff treating residents with patience and understanding. A few also credit specific individuals in nursing, therapy, or admissions for making the process smoother and more reassuring.
common28 reviews mention this
Facility stays clean and well kept
Many reviews note a consistently clean, well-maintained facility.
Many reviewers emphasize cleanliness, describing the building as neat, beautiful, and well kept. Families and visitors also reference clean rooms and pleasant common areas, and they describe the overall environment as organized and easy to navigate. Even in mixed experiences, some reviewers still mention that the facility looks nice and is clean.
differentiator22 reviews mention this
Therapy supports rehab progress
Therapy services are a major reason families say their loved ones improved.
A substantial portion of the reviews discuss rehabilitation progress and highlight physical and occupational therapy as a standout part of the stay. Several reviewers describe therapists as knowledgeable, encouraging, and focused on helping residents regain strength and mobility. A number of families also connect therapy with positive outcomes after surgeries and injuries, including hip and femur-related recovery.
caveat10 reviews mention this
Call light and staffing can lag
Some reviews report slow assistance, staffing gaps, or communication breakdowns.
While many reviews praise care, multiple negative reviews describe staffing as short and assistance taking too long, including delayed responses to call lights. Some reviewers also describe problems with follow-through on basic care needs and note issues that affected comfort, safety, or medical coordination. One reviewer summarizes the experience as highly dependent on the patient and suggests the level of attentiveness can vary by situation.
common8 reviews mention this
Dining is mixed, generally acceptable
Food experiences range from good to occasionally disappointing.
Several reviews mention the food as very good or better than expected, and at least one reviewer notes that eating improvements were communicated during a visit. Others describe dining as okay, while a few report colder meals on multiple occasions. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and meal preparation plus meal-related diet support for residents who need special dietary restrictions.
common2 reviews mention this
Nearby hospital options are close
The area includes nearby medical and urgent options.
Visitors and families often focus on healthcare access, and the nearby area includes medical providers and a major hospital within a few miles. Reviews also reference rehab following hospital stays, which aligns with being near hospital resources for transitions and follow-up.
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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
McGhee-Tyson (2 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
Physicians
Pellissippi Primary Care (0.4 miles)
Shults Pediatrics (3.9 miles)
The Breazeale Clinic - For Plastic Surgery (4 miles)
Etmg Caretoday Clinic (5.3 miles)
Matthew Becker, MD, FACS (5.3 miles)
East Tennessee Medical Group (5.3 miles)
Paul D Mcgowan Jr DDS (5.8 miles)
Restaurants
Waffle House (1.6 miles)
McDonald's (2.1 miles)
McDonald's (4.3 miles)
Pero S Bar And Grill (4.4 miles)
Scrambled Jake's Breakfast Company (4.5 miles)
Rooster's Bar & Grill (4.5 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (4.6 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (2.2 miles)
Starbucks (4.3 miles)
Kbrew (5.4 miles)
Starbucks (6.3 miles)
Sticky Rice Cafe (6.4 miles)
Transportation
Tac Air (2.3 miles)
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) (2.5 miles)
National Car Rental (2.6 miles)
TYS Parking Garage (2.6 miles)
Hospitals
Peninsula Hospital (2.5 miles)
Blount Memorial Hospital (4.1 miles)
The Atrium Cafe at Blount Memorial (6.2 miles)
Blount Memorial Hospital (6.3 miles)
Blount Memorial Hospital Medical Fitness (6.3 miles)
Life Care Center Of Blount County on seniors.fyi includes 36 photos including images showing interior, decor, landscaping, dining, building, physical therapy, living room, chandelier, and more.
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