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St John's Nursing Home in Lynchburg, VA

St John's Nursing Home is a nursing home community in Lynchburg, VA.

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St John's Nursing Home in Lynchburg, VA

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St John's Nursing Home

3500 Powhatan St, Lynchburg, VA 24501

To contact a resident: (434) 845-6045

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.9 from 64 reviews
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40
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Overall Review of St John's Nursing Home

common 29 reviews mention this

Caring, professional staff stand out

Many residents and families describe nurses and front staff as attentive, friendly, and professional.

Across the reviews, families repeatedly point to the staff as a reason they felt supported—often mentioning nurses, aides, and front-desk help as attentive and professional. Several reviewers also describe day-to-day responsiveness when a concern comes up and emphasize compassion and patience. Even among mixed experiences, a few comments acknowledge that some nurses, CNAs, and therapy staff were good or caring.

common 7 reviews mention this

Clean rooms and facility upkeep

Residents and visitors frequently mention that rooms and common areas are kept clean.

Multiple reviews highlight cleanliness—describing rooms as clean and the facility as tidy or sanitary. A caregiver visiting the nursing home side also noted regular checks and said they found the facility kept very clean. On the negative side, the criticisms focus more on care delivery and communication than on cleanliness, so the cleanliness feedback is mostly positive.

common 10 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy experience

Physical therapy and rehab are mentioned often, with several reviews describing progress-focused care.

Several residents and families describe the rehab and physical therapy team as attentive, with therapy schedules and goals that helped them recover. Some reviews also give specific praise to rehab staff and say therapy staff were top notch. A smaller set of reviews is less positive, describing minimal therapy frequency or not meeting the amount of PT requested, but the majority of therapy comments are supportive.

caveat 15 reviews mention this

Care breakdowns and communication issues

Some families report serious problems with safety, follow-through, and communication.

Alongside the positive care stories, a number of reviews describe major concerns—such as allegations of neglect, residents left in unsafe situations, and medication or care-plan mistakes. Others focus on communication gaps, including delayed paperwork, limited updates when a resident is taken to the ER, and difficulty getting help promptly. A few comments also describe negative experiences tied to infection precautions or changes in rooms, alongside complaints that rehab support did not match expectations.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Transportation

  • Lynchburg Municipal-Preston Glenn (5 miles away) Lynchburg Municipal-Preston Glenn (5 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Lynchburg, Virginia offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With easy access to transportation options such as the nearby Amtrak station, seniors can easily travel around the area. There are several cafes where residents can enjoy a cup of coffee and socialize with friends, as well as a variety of restaurants offering different dining options. The proximity to multiple hospitals and physicians offices ensures that seniors have access to quality healthcare services. Additionally, there are places of worship for spiritual fulfillment and pharmacies for convenient medication needs. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking for a vibrant community with essential services nearby.

Transportation

  • Amtrak (1.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Cinn City (1.9 miles)
  • 5th St Grind (2.2 miles)
  • Mission House Coffee (2.3 miles)
  • Golf Park Coffee (3.8 miles)

Parks

  • Percival's Island (1.9 miles)
  • Riveredge Park (2.3 miles)
  • Riverside Park (3.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Wendy's (2 miles)
  • Bootleggers (2 miles)
  • El Jefe Taqueria Garaje (2 miles)
  • Dish (2 miles)
  • Georgia's Sub & Deli (2.1 miles)
  • Tahini's grill (2.1 miles)
  • The Depot Grille (2.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Arise Residential Treatment (2.2 miles)
  • Centra Health (2.6 miles)
  • Centra Health (2.8 miles)
  • Centra (3 miles)
  • Virginia Fertility & IVF (4.1 miles)
  • Bridges Treatment Center (4.5 miles)
  • Centra Health Home Health (4.6 miles)

Theaters

  • Venue Cinemas (2.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Sleep Wellness Center | Lynchburg Pulmonary Associates (2.4 miles)
  • Physicians Treatment Center (2.4 miles)
  • Timothy Courville (2.6 miles)
  • Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery (2.6 miles)
  • The Cardiovascular Group (2.6 miles)
  • Centra Alan B. Pearson Regional Cancer Center (2.6 miles)
  • Horizon Behavioral Health - Michael J Tyler MD (2.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Gospel Community Church (2.4 miles)
  • Amelon United Methodist Church (2.5 miles)
  • Faith & Victory Church of Worship (3.1 miles)
  • Solid Rock Baptist Church & Christian Schools (3.4 miles)
  • Siloam United Way Of The Cross Church (4 miles)
  • Grace Baptist Church (4.1 miles)
  • Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (4.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Robertson Drug Co. (3.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.3 miles)

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