Willow Care Nursing Home, located in Willow Springs, Missouri, is a care facility offering services primarily in nursing home care with additional options for assisted living. With a capacity to accommodate up to 75 residents, the facility provides a range of care services including memory care, physical therapy, and respite care. Willow Care is certified by both Medicare and Medicaid and has been a Medicare participant since October 21, 1988. The nursing home offers specialized support through services such as resident and family counseling, a care navigator, and connections with Saint Louis University Hospital for enhanced medical oversight. On-site amenities for residents include a barber and beauty salon to serve daily personal care needs, and the facility fosters social interaction through clubs and communities designed to engage residents in various activities.
The facility provides supportive transportation services with easy access to public transportation for both medical and non-medical purposes. This accessibility allows residents to attend off-site medical appointments or engage in community outings with relative ease, thus supporting their overall wellbeing and integration into the broader community.
Resident and family reviews reveal a mix of positive and negative experiences at Willow Care Nursing Home. Some feedback highlights the friendly and caring demeanor of the staff, noting that residents generally receive good, safe care. There are also appreciated gestures such as serving coffee and cookies to visitors, which reflect attentiveness to hospitality and an attempt to nurture patient-visitor interactions. However, reviews also point to concerns regarding facility maintenance, including the neglect of basic housekeeping and hygiene, such as infrequent bedding changes and dirty floors. Some residents and families have expressed frustration with delays in medication administration, which may indicate challenges in time management or staffing levels. While rudeness among some nurses and dining hall workers is noted, these experiences are not pervasive, suggesting variability in service quality and staff attitudes.
Costs at this community start at $2,856 and range up to $5,150. The average price in the community is $4,003, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,212. 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.
