The Groves Center, located in Lake Wales, Florida, is a nursing home facility certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, with a history of participation in Medicare since September 11, 1973. It offers a variety of medical and rehabilitation services designed to support its residents' health and well-being. The facility provides specialized care, including speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and pain management. The facility is also equipped to handle complex medical needs such as tracheostomies and offers respite care to provide temporary relief for caregivers. With a current occupancy of 115 residents, Groves Center emphasizes both medical and personal care, supplemented by services like laundry and dry cleaning to maintain resident comfort.
In addition to these clinical services, Groves Center offers resident and family counseling to address both the emotional needs of residents and their families. The staff includes a team of dedicated nurses who are responsible for administering care and responding to the varied needs of the residents. However, family and resident reviews indicate several operational challenges at the facility. While some reports highlight caring staff members, engaging social activities like bingo, and a generally clean environment, others point to issues such as understaffing, inconsistent care, and lapses in hygiene and medication management. Reports of neglect and abuse have also surfaced, suggesting a need for comprehensive improvements in staff training, facility maintenance, and adherence to healthcare protocols to ensure consistent and compassionate care for all residents. The mixed reviews reflect a facility where care is sometimes inconsistent, underscoring the necessity for improvements in various operational aspects to enhance resident well-being and reassure concerned families.
Costs at this community start at $8,000 and range up to $8,638. The average price in the community is $8,319, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,525. 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.
