Life Care Center of Mount Vernon is a comprehensive healthcare facility located in Mt Vernon, Washington. Primarily functioning as a nursing home, it also extends assisted living services to its residents. Accredited by Medicare and Medicaid since December 1982, the facility currently accommodates 87 occupants. It is designed to support various healthcare needs, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Residents and their families can engage with the resident/family council, ensuring that their voices are heard regarding their care and living conditions. Personal grooming needs are addressed by the on-site barber and beauty salon, and laundry and dry cleaning services are available for the convenience of the residents. The facility is dedicated to maintaining a clean and inviting environment which aims to make residents feel comfortable and at home.
The Life Care Center of Mount Vernon provides an extensive range of medical and rehabilitative services. These include specialized offerings such as memory care and hospice services, tailored for residents with unique and critical needs. Nursing professionals are an integral part of the care team, ensuring basic and advanced care needs are met. The facility offers cardiac care, wound care, stroke care, and pain management strategies, employing therapies such as occupational and speech therapy to aid in rehabilitation and recovery. Podiatry services are available, focusing on foot health which is critical for overall resident mobility and comfort. In terms of recreation and social support, resident clubs and community groups foster a sense of belonging and enrichment. While reviews of the facility's care and staff professionalism vary, with some lauding the compassionate and hospitable approach of the caregivers, others have reported concerns about understaffing and management issues. Despite these mixed reviews, the facility continues to serve the community, providing essential healthcare services to its residents.
Costs at this community start at $2,495 and range up to $7,592. The average price in the community is $5,044, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,232. 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.