Generations Center Of Spencer is a nursing home community in Spencer, TN.
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87 Generations Drive, Spencer, TN 38585
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.6 from 39 reviews
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Overall Review of Generations Center Of Spencer
differentiator15 reviews mention this
Nursing support feels hands-on
Residents and families describe nursing and care follow-through when problems come up.
Several reviews describe nursing staff who are willing to help, explain what’s happening, and keep families in the loop. People also mention consistent assistance from aides/CNAs and support with day-to-day needs. At the same time, a few critical reviews raise concerns about basic personal care when help with toileting and skin needs is required.
common27 reviews mention this
Staff kindness and responsiveness stand out
The staff’s kindness and helpfulness are a consistent theme across reviews.
Across the reviews, families and residents repeatedly describe staff as friendly, caring, and attentive to questions and needs. Multiple people mention staff being quick to respond and polite, and others describe nurses walking them through progress. Even some of the negative reviews focus on a failure of care, which still underscores how much day-to-day interactions shape overall impressions.
common9 reviews mention this
Clean facility is a frequent plus
Many reviewers say the facility is kept clean.
A number of reviews explicitly mention cleanliness and a well-kept environment for both patients and families. Some reviewers also connect cleanliness with feeling comfortable during visits. However, there are also hygiene-related complaints, including flies in rooms and concerns about personal cleanliness and clothing during care.
differentiator2 reviews mention this
Food is described as appealing
Food quality and presentation come up positively in multiple reviews.
Some residents and families single out the food, describing it as exceptional and appealing. That aligns with the community offering restaurant-style dining, along with diet support options for specific needs. One reviewer specifically mentions flies, but that concern is about room sanitation rather than meal quality.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Hygiene and personal care need closer checks
A recurring concern is that personal hygiene and sanitation can fall short.
A few critical reviews describe missed or insufficient attention to personal care, including toileting support and resulting skin irritation. Others mention hygiene-related issues like flies in a room or a lack of appropriate clothing/blankets. There is also a moderate concern that bathing frequency should be increased, which shows that hygiene is an area some reviewers want tightened.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
70 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
Subway (0.3 miles)
Meson San Pedro (13.2 miles)
White Possum Grille (13.2 miles)
McDonald's (13.3 miles)
Dukes Place Restaurant (13.4 miles)
Cardinal Smoke House Restaurant (13.4 miles)
Pizza Hut (13.4 miles)
Places of Worship
Spencer Church of Christ (0.4 miles)
Church of God of Prophecy (0.4 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (0.5 miles)
First Baptist Church (0.5 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (0.6 miles)
Southern Baptist Convention (4.2 miles)
Hastons Chapel Church of God (4.3 miles)
Cafes
Old Times Cafe (0.4 miles)
Parks
Millikan S Overlook And Buzzard S Roost Pikeville (8.6 miles)
Fall Creek Falls State Park (8.7 miles)
Fall Creek Falls State Park (8.9 miles)
Buzzard's Roost, Fall Creek Falls (8.9 miles)
Environmental Education Center (9 miles)
State-TN-FL Creek Falls State (9 miles)
Fall Creek Falls State Park Visitor Center (9 miles)
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