Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring and responsive to needs.
Across many reviews, families highlight compassionate, attentive staff who communicate, answer questions, and follow through on day-to-day requests. Several reviewers also praise specific team members and describe an environment that feels supportive rather than distant. A few critical reviews mention short staffing and delayed attention, but even those describe wanting prompt help and better follow-through.
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Facility cleanliness and upkeep are noted
Multiple reviews mention the building is clean and well maintained.
Many reviewers say the facility looks clean, well kept, and free of strong odors. Visitors also mention comfort in the space and housekeeping attention. A smaller set of negative reviews contradict this, reporting odor and cleanliness problems and describing a need for deeper cleaning.
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Activities keep residents engaged
Reviews repeatedly mention engaging activities and an activities-focused team.
Residents and families describe a steady flow of activities that range from large group events to more specialized recreation, including opportunities to pursue hobbies. Several reviews call out the activities department for keeping people involved and for making time to connect with residents. One review also describes plans and scheduling that can improve, while others emphasize consistency in engagement.
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Therapy quality is a major point
Many reviewers praise the rehab and therapy team for meaningful progress.
Reviews frequently mention physical, occupational, and speech therapy as a key reason families feel supported during recovery. Some reviewers describe specific therapy outcomes and say residents benefit from being in the therapy setting, not only during formal sessions. Several reviews also tie therapy to coordination with the overall care team and day-to-day progress updates.
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Dining is described as mixed
Dining experiences are described inconsistently across reviews.
Some reviewers mention dietary staff and generally positive meal experiences, while others describe dining as hit-or-miss. At least one review says menus were not provided and describes repeated, unappealing meals. This section is best read as variability in meal quality and communication, with reviews suggesting improvements are needed for consistency.
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Support is strongest, but staffing varies
A few reviews describe staffing and attention gaps that can affect care delivery.
While many reviews describe prompt assistance, a handful describe periods when staff seemed short-handed and resident needs were not met quickly. One critical review describes breakdowns in call-button response and daily care routines, while another notes that meds may not be available immediately when needed. One other review describes staffing challenges during and after COVID, but says things improved over time.
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Nearby healthcare and everyday stops
The surrounding area includes nearby medical offices, worship options, and common dining.
Families may appreciate that several everyday destinations and healthcare-related offices are close by, including physician and church options. For casual meals and quick errands during visits, reviewers and visitors can also look toward nearby restaurants and pharmacies listed for the area.
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Features
Housing
100 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
Places of Worship
Amelia Presbyterian Church (0.3 miles)
Christ Episcopal Church (0.5 miles)
Promise Land Baptist Church (3.1 miles)
Journey Community Center (3.1 miles)
Union Branch Baptist Church (3.9 miles)
Mt Olive Baptist Church (4.5 miles)
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church (6.9 miles)
Physicians
Amelia Healthcare Center (0.3 miles)
Davita Kidney Care (2.3 miles)
Advanced Hearing Specialist (6.5 miles)
Crewe Medical Center (13.9 miles)
Crewe Medical Center Radiology (13.9 miles)
Pediatric & Adolescent Health Partners - Powhatan Office (14.5 miles)
Midlothian Family Practice (15 miles)
Restaurants
Towne Seafood (0.8 miles)
Sisters Soul Food (0.9 miles)
Hardee's (2 miles)
McDonald's (2.4 miles)
Black Forest Haus (2.4 miles)
Blanton's Bull Pen (7.7 miles)
Bravo Italian Grill (13.4 miles)
Pharmacies
Amelia Pharmacy (2 miles)
Crittenden's Drug Store (13.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (14.4 miles)
Plaza Pharmacy (15.1 miles)
Powhatan Drug (15.1 miles)
Powhatan Goochland Comm Action (15.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (15.6 miles)
Hospitals
Dva Healthcare Renal Care (2.3 miles)
Piedmont Geriatric Hospital (14.4 miles)
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (14.8 miles)
Bon Secours Health System (15 miles)
Parks
Appomattox Game Club Preserve (11.3 miles)
Sailor s Saylers Creek Battlefield State Park (13.5 miles)
Sailor's Creek Battlefield Historical State Park (13.7 miles)
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100 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
Director proactively shares information via email and brochures, with lower rates for extended hours.
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