Waddell Nursing and Rehab Center, located in Galax, Virginia, is a care facility certified by Medicare and Medicaid, participating in Medicare since February 26, 1982. It accommodates 132 occupants and specializes in nursing-home care, focusing on both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing needs. The services offered include wound care, dental care, vision care, and podiatry. The center provides a variety of therapy options such as occupational, physical, and speech therapy to aid recovery and rehabilitation efforts. In addition to these services, Waddell Nursing and Rehab Center offers specialized care for residents who have suffered strokes, require cardiac care, or need memory care services. The facility also supports pain management, hospice care, and maintains a hospice program to manage the needs of its residents effectively.
The facility is reported to offer a range of clubs and communities to foster an engaging social environment. Both resident and family counseling are available to support emotional and social wellbeing. Staffed with nurses and healthcare professionals, the center aims to maintain a high standard of care, though reviews indicate variability in service quality. Positive aspects include professional and caring staff who facilitate successful rehabilitation and safe transitions home. However, some concerns have been raised regarding staff attentiveness, with incidents such as falls or unattended medical issues. Cleanliness reviews are mixed, and food quality has been subject to criticism. Staffing levels appear to impact the consistency of care, with experiences differing notably among residents, who have encountered varied quality of service and care.
Costs at this community start at $6,479 and range up to $7,498. The average price in the community is $6,988, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,340. 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.
