Life Care Center of Skagit Valley, located in Sedro Woolley, Washington, provides a comprehensive range of care services and medical support for its residents. This facility offers both nursing home care and assisted living, catering to individuals with a diverse set of healthcare requirements. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, and a participant since May 1988, Life Care Center of Skagit Valley provides personalized care plans featuring a wide array of services such as wound care, respiratory therapy, and palliative care. They specialize in areas such as tracheostomy and ostomy care, both essential for individuals with specific medical needs. The facility also offers vital therapies, including dysphagia therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and respiratory care, supporting residents through conditions like stroke, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome.
The facility's amenities include a barber and beauty salon, laundry, and dry cleaning services, aimed at ensuring a comfortable living environment for residents. The 85 current occupants can avail themselves of services like resident and family counseling and participate in clubs and communities within the center. Life Care Center of Skagit Valley is equipped to handle specialized needs such as oxygen therapy, dialysis, and IV therapies, which are integral for patients with cardiac or respiratory conditions. Additionally, the facility provides short-term rehabilitation, restorative nursing, and pain management programs, catering to those recovering from surgery or illness. The center also extends memory care, hospice care, and respite care to accommodate various patient needs.
Reviews from residents and their families reflect mixed experiences. Positive feedback emphasizes the staff's dedication, thoughtfulness, and the warm community environment fostered among residents. Families commend certain staff members for their commitment and assistance but raise concerns about issues like medication mishandling, communication challenges, and occasional delays in response times. Staffing shortages have been noted as impacting care quality. The feedback points to both the facility's strengths in providing comprehensive care and areas needing improvement to optimize resident satisfaction and care experiences. Despite some operational criticisms, the effectiveness of the care plans and staff engagement is frequently acknowledged.
Costs at this community start at $2,104 and range up to $7,592. The average price in the community is $4,848, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,277. 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.