Fort Atkinson Care Center is a nursing home located in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, primarily offering long-term residential care for the elderly and individuals with chronic health conditions. As a nursing home, the facility provides comprehensive medical and personal care services designed to meet the needs of its residents. The range of services includes 24-hour nursing care, assistance with daily living activities, and coordination of necessary medical treatments and therapies. The facility aims to cater to residents with various health conditions, including those requiring specialized care for chronic illnesses such as diabetes.
For residents requiring diabetes care, Fort Atkinson Care Center is equipped to manage chronic conditions by providing medication management, monitoring blood glucose levels, and tailoring dietary plans to meet individual health needs. However, reviews indicate challenges in delivering consistent and timely care, as concerns about understaffing and slow response to patient needs are frequently noted. Staff appear to strive to provide quality care, but their efforts are occasionally hindered by systemic issues such as poor communication, lack of regulatory compliance, and insufficient dietary management for residents with strict nutritional requirements. While some residents and families commend the friendliness and dedication of individual caregivers, these positive interactions are often countered by criticisms of administrative inefficiencies and mismanagement, particularly in the areas critical to specialized care such as diabetes management. Despite these challenges, the facility endeavors to maintain a supportive environment through the commitment of its staff, who often go out of their way to attend to resident needs.
Costs at this community start at $2,970 and range up to $7,604. The average price in the community is $5,287, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,602. 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.
