Greenbrier Health Center, situated in Parma Heights, Ohio, provides both nursing home and assisted living care services. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, the facility has been a Medicare participant since April 19, 1968. It offers care for 152 current occupants, focusing on complex medical support like incontinence care, wound management tailored for diabetic residents, pain management, tracheostomy care, and memory care. Residents benefit from comprehensive rehabilitation services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies, aimed at improving their functional abilities and overall quality of life. Staffing and ancillary services support non-ambulatory and ambulatory care needs. The facility also emphasizes nutritional, hydration, and mobility support in its care approach. Furthermore, Greenbrier Health Center provides other essential services, including dental care, vision care, podiatry, and laundry/dry cleaning. Additional amenities include clubs and communities for social interaction, a barber/beauty salon, and respite care options.
Despite these offerings, resident and family reviews have highlighted significant concerns regarding the standard of care. There are reports of insufficient patient care and unprofessional management, with specific issues noted around care responsiveness, neglect such as unmanaged bedsores, poor communication, and unsanitary conditions. Several families have raised concerns about pain management and delays in meeting residents' needs, often attributed to staffing shortages and overworked nursing staff. Allegations were also made regarding patients being placed on hospice care for insurance purposes without proper consent. These reviews indicate a critical need for the improvement of care standards and management responsiveness, notwithstanding individual staff members receiving praises for their interaction and care. Saint Louis University Hospital is affiliated with the center for certain services, ensuring access to specialized medical support. Resident and family counseling support is offered to aid in navigating care plans and decisions.
Costs at this community start at $1,695 and range up to $7,878. The average price in the community is $4,786, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,050. 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.
