Life Care Center of Port Orchard, located in Port Orchard, WA, is a skilled nursing facility primarily providing nursing home care with additional assisted living services. The center is certified by Medicare and Medicaid, participating in the Medicare program since August 1, 1979. With a capacity to accommodate up to 96 residents, the facility offers a variety of services aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of its occupants. These services include short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, post-operative recovery, and comprehensive therapy services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies. The facility supports a team-based approach to healthcare, integrating the expertise of nurses and therapists to tailor care specifically to the needs of each resident. In addition to healthcare services, the facility also offers amenities such as a barber/beauty salon and opportunities for resident and family counseling, as well as clubs and community activities designed to foster social engagement among residents.
Despite efforts to provide thorough care and amenities, reviews from residents and families present a mixed picture of the facility's service quality. Some residents and families commend the dedication and compassion shown by individual staff members and the effective rehabilitation programs offered. However, multiple accounts highlight issues of neglect, unsanitary conditions, medication management problems, and staffing challenges, which have severe implications for patient health and safety. Reports of poor communication, administrative shortcomings, and allegations of discriminatory behavior by the management suggest systemic issues within the facility. Concerns about high patient-to-staff ratios indicate that staff members' efforts to deliver quality care are often hampered by limited resources, suggesting that the facility needs to address these challenges to enhance its service delivery effectively.
Costs at this community start at $2,843 and range up to $7,592. The average price in the community is $5,218, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,468. 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.