Aberjona Nursing Center, Inc. is a senior living community in Winchester, Massachusetts, specializing in skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The center is geared towards offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, customizing its healthcare services to accommodate the individual needs of each resident. The facility aims to ensure comprehensive care that fosters the recovery and well-being of its residents through various specialized programs and medical supports.
The range of care and medical support at Aberjona Nursing Center is extensive. It includes dental care, regular wellness checks, and treatment programs for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and arthritis. Aberjona offers a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, aiming to assist residents with pulmonary issues, alongside dedicated programs for pain management and depression. The facility has a structured Mental Wellness Program and provides hospice and ostomy care services to support residents with specific health needs. Oxygen therapy is available, supported by a pharmacy to ensure timely medication administration. Physical therapy and related health and wellness programs are integral to the center, helping residents improve mobility and overall health. Residents experiencing headaches or conditions requiring further medical intervention are connected to nearby medical institutions such as Alton Memorial Hospital and Saint Louis University Hospital for comprehensive care.
Aberjona also provides respite care, and caters to a diverse population with services available in multiple languages including Spanish, Chinese, English, French, Vietnamese, and German. This linguistic diversity ensures that language barriers do not impede quality care. Complementary services such as yoga classes contribute to the holistic approach to health and wellness. The center employs Care Innovations technologies, including the Quietcare system and an electronic Medication Administration Record, to enhance safety and care efficiency. However, reviews from residents and families convey a mixed experience with the facility. While some praise the compassionate staff, cleanliness, and effective therapy departments, others have expressed concerns over staff responsiveness and operational challenges, including understaffing and communication issues. The performance is noted to vary, largely influenced by staffing, with therapy services reportedly excelling despite broader concerns about management and patient safety.
Costs at this community start at $1,970 and range up to $12,395. The average price in the community is $7,182, which is less than the average price in the area of $7,818. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.