Extendicare Health Center is a healthcare facility located in Dothan, Alabama, providing a variety of care services primarily focused on nursing homes with additional offerings in assisted living. It accommodates 164 occupants and has been a participant in Medicare since April 18, 1978. The facility is certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, ensuring a broad level of accessibility for residents. Extendicare Health Center is equipped with a variety of amenities, including an on-site barber and beauty salon, to cater to the personal care needs of its residents. The center promotes social interaction through clubs and community activities and also offers resident and family counseling services.
Extendicare Health Center offers diverse medical and therapeutic supports. It provides memory care, nursing services, and specialized care such as stroke care. Certified nurses offer restorative nursing, while therapy services cover physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Additionally, they provide pulmonary rehabilitation and respiratory therapy. Wound care is a critical focus, supported by the facility’s clinical staff. Daily living support includes laundry and dry cleaning services. Reviews about this center reflect mixed experiences, with some issues arising after a recent change in ownership. While residents and families have noted slower response times from nursing staff and challenges with care routines, the housekeeping team is commended for maintaining cleanliness. There have been reports of compassionate end-of-life care and positive interactions with dedicated nursing and CNA teams. Staff feedback suggests a supportive work environment, though ownership changes have affected operational aspects such as meal quality and general service consistency.
Costs at this community start at $5,640 and range up to $6,540. The average price in the community is $6,090, which is less than the average price in the area of $6,308. 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.
