Life Care Center of Estero is a comprehensive nursing home facility located in Estero, Florida. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, the center has been a participating healthcare provider since October 23, 2003, serving up to 140 residents at a time. The facility is known for its wide range of health care services tailored for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care needs. It offers skilled nursing care in a supportive environment, focusing on individualized patient care plans designed to address each resident's health requirements.
The facility provides multiple care services, emphasizing medical support and various therapies. Residents have access to a memory care unit, where staff aim to provide attentive and nurturing care to those with cognitive impairments. The nursing staff is trained to deliver comprehensive pain management and wound care therapies, catering to chronic conditions such as arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. Advanced medical support includes cardiac and stroke care, respiratory therapy, and tracheostomy care, ensuring residents have continuous access to necessary treatments.
Life Care Center of Estero supports a holistic approach, offering occupational, physical, and speech therapies to aid in rehabilitation and recovery, particularly for conditions like dysphagia and stroke. The facility is equipped for specialized care, such as podiatry and ostomy care, with on-site services from qualified healthcare professionals, including a podiatrist. Its Barber/beauty salon caters to personal care, promoting a sense of dignity and well-being among residents.
In addition to medical services, the center offers various amenities such as a Barber/beauty salon, clubs, and communities for social interaction, and on-site laundry and dry cleaning services to ensure residents' convenience and comfort. Life Care Center of Estero also emphasizes nutrition, hydration, and mobility as part of its wound management program, specifically benefiting diabetic patients and those with thinner and frailer skin.
For family and resident engagement, the center offers resident/family counseling and maintains communication to ensure transparency and clarity in patient care management. While generally receiving positive feedback for staff attentiveness and cleanliness, some reviews indicate areas for improvement in environmental maintenance and weekend staffing levels. Despite mixed testimonials, the facility remains committed to enhancing healthcare outcomes through its various therapeutic and medical services.
Costs at this community start at $5,663 and range up to $7,115. The average price in the community is $6,389, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,401. 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.
