PruittHealth - Shepherd Hills is a nursing home located in Lafayette, Georgia, offering specialized care services to its residents. This facility provides a range of care and support services designed to enhance the quality of life for its occupants. With a certification from Medicare and Medicaid and participation in Medicare since October 1, 1989, the facility ensures compliance with established healthcare standards. Housing approximately 104 residents, PruittHealth - Shepherd Hills offers comprehensive medical and rehabilitative support, backed by an experienced team of healthcare professionals.
The facility's care services include 24-hour nursing support, with a focus on various aspects of health and rehabilitation. A highly qualified team provides speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy, addressing diverse patient needs and enhancing patients' functional abilities. The therapy departments are praised for their effectiveness and specialization in treating conditions like fragile skin and osteoporosis. Pain management and wound care services are integral components of the care provided, ensuring residents' needs are thoroughly addressed.
Additional amenities include a barber/beauty salon, laundry and dry cleaning services, and the option for hospice care when needed. The facility also emphasizes resident and family involvement through counseling and family councils. Specialized programs cater to individual medical and rehabilitative requirements, ensuring a personalized approach to care.
Family reviews reflect mixed experiences, with some expressing satisfaction with the compassionate care delivered by committed staff, often likening their approach to familial hospitality. The admissions team is highlighted for its supportive and resident-focused interactions. However, reviews also indicate areas of concern regarding hygiene, care quality, and staff shortages, with reports of neglect and insufficient communication regarding significant events. Despite these challenges, the facility strives to maintain a supportive environment for its residents.
Costs at this community start at $5,582 and range up to $6,007. The average price in the community is $5,794, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,429. 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.
