St. Joseph of the Pines Health Center is a comprehensive care facility situated in Pinehurst, North Carolina, offering a continuum of services within its retirement community. It provides options ranging from independent and assisted living to skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Specifically, the center is known for specialized healthcare plans designed to address the individual needs of each resident. The facility has undertaken recent enhancements, focusing on improving care quality and updating facilities to better cater to the senior population. Wellness and holistic health programs are emphasized as part of its efforts to promote the overall well-being of residents.

The Health Center offers a range of specialized care services, including occupational therapy, respite care, outpatient rehabilitation, physical therapy, and speech therapy. Occupational therapy aims to help residents maintain or regain independence in daily activities, tailored to address each individual's needs. Respite care provides temporary relief for primary caregivers by offering short-term, professional care to residents. Outpatient rehabilitation services are available for those needing therapeutic support post-hospitalization without requiring overnight stays. Physical therapy focuses on helping residents restore mobility, strength, and balance, with positive feedback acknowledging dedicated staff members within this department. Speech therapy at the center works to assist residents dealing with communication and swallowing disorders to improve their quality of life. However, resident and family reviews suggest ongoing challenges with care quality, including reports of outdated equipment and communication issues within some nursing and rehab areas, indicating an area of concern. Despite these challenges, efforts to update and reform care practices are part of the facility's ongoing commitment to enhance service provision.

Costs at this community start at $2,290 and range up to $8,034. The average price in the community is $5,162, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,263. 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.