Cheney Care Center, located in Cheney, Washington, is a skilled nursing facility that provides long-term care, rehabilitation services, and short-term respite care. The facility offers 24-hour skilled nursing, with access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy for residents recovering from illness or surgery. The rehabilitation team works closely with residents and their families to create personalized care plans aimed at maximizing independence and quality of life, and therapy services are provided in dedicated, well-equipped therapy rooms.
Onsite services include podiatry, audiology, therapy rooms, and support for psychiatric issues. The center also provides access to dental and vision care, as well as regular physician visits to monitor residents’ ongoing health needs. Residents benefit from medication management and coordination with external healthcare providers, ensuring continuity of care. The center has an on-site beauty salon, offering hair care and grooming services to help residents feel their best.
Cheney Care Center assists residents with activities of daily living, providing full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, while supporting eating as a self-care activity. The staff is trained to assist individuals with a variety of mobility needs and chronic conditions, helping to maintain comfort and dignity. Dietary staff create nutritious, home-style meals tailored to individual preferences and medical requirements, with accommodations for special diets as needed.
The center is affiliated with Cheney Care Community, which extends additional assisted living options. Cheney Care Community is a non-profit organization offering a campus that includes both the skilled nursing center and a neighboring assisted living facility, allowing for a continuum of care as residents’ needs change. This affiliation enables residents to transition smoothly between levels of care without leaving the supportive community environment.
Family and resident reviews indicate significant variability in care experiences, with some expressing concerns about the quality of medical care, hygiene standards, communication, and administrative stability. Other reviewers note positive interactions, describing staff as attentive and supportive, particularly during challenging transitions and end-of-life care, and highlighting the facility's amenities and location. The center’s location in Cheney offers a quiet, small-town atmosphere, with convenient access to local parks, shopping, and the medical resources of the greater Spokane area.
Overall, Cheney Care Center provides a range of skilled nursing and therapeutic services, with experiences that vary widely among its residents and their families. As of mid-2024, there have been no significant recent changes or developments in the services offered at the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,695 and range up to $7,300. The average price in the community is $4,998, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,346. 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.
