Heritage Healthcare - Hammond is a nursing home facility located in Hammond, Louisiana. This facility provides comprehensive care services to its residents, focusing primarily on individuals who require long-term medical and personal care. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid and a participant since March 1, 2000, Heritage Healthcare can accommodate up to 124 occupants. The facility offers an array of medical support services, including wound care, pain management, medication coordination, and various therapies, such as occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Residents in need of oxygen therapy, continence management, podiatry, dental care, or stroke care can also find the necessary support here. Licensed nurses are available to ensure each resident receives personalized medical attention, and hospice and memory care services are accessible for those with specialized needs. The facility encourages resident and family involvement through regular counseling sessions and appreciates the importance of amenities like laundry services, a barber/beauty salon, and family counseling to enhance the quality of life for those living there.
Transportation services at Heritage Healthcare - Hammond primarily consist of scheduled local transportation, designed to assist residents with both medical appointments and non-medical outings. This service ensures that residents can maintain connectivity with the local community and access necessary medical care outside the facility without additional stress or inconvenience.
Feedback from residents and families indicates high satisfaction with the care provided at Heritage Healthcare. The staff is praised for being humble, friendly, competent, and knowledgeable, helping to establish a positive and trusting environment. Communication between staff and families is consistently highlighted as a strong point, with regular updates and weekly briefings on residents' conditions fostering a sense of transparency and reassurance. This open line of communication has been particularly valued during challenging periods, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, where the facility has demonstrated vigilance and a commitment to maintaining a safe and protective environment for its residents. Families express overall appreciation for the attentive care and effective communication that characterize the facility's operations.
Costs at this community start at $6,418 and range up to $7,445. The average price in the community is $6,931, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,825. 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.
