Vantage Health and Rehab of Wakefield sits at 1 Bathol Street in Wakefield, MA, and offers a range of care for seniors, with 131 beds in a skilled nursing setting. This place provides transportation, so folks can get to appointments or outings when they need to. Medical care covers nurses, wound care, medication support, podiatry, and even respiratory care, intravenous therapy, neurological support, pharmacy needs, and help with pain pumps or nutrition through tubes, which is helpful for those needing high levels of attention. Personal care services include things like dressing, grooming, laundry, personal care help, wheelchair and walking assistance, bathing, and toileting, which can take a lot of worry out of daily routines. Residents get room upkeep, kitchens or kitchenettes, maintenance, and practical basics like a sewer system, so there's comfort along with care.
The facility brings in housekeeping, guest parking, Wifi and internet, a dining room for meals, an activities room for crafts or games, and a fitness center for folks to keep moving if they're up for it. Meals are provided, with dining services available, so no one has to fuss about cooking, and there are always chances to join in social activities, educational programs, and health and wellness efforts. Safety features include handicap setups and a sprinkler system, which adds some peace of mind. For those who need special help, there's a secure Dementia certified Unit, a secure Mental Health Unit, and teams trained in both dementia and mental health care, including programs tailored for end of life care, depression, anxiety, and other needs. Rehabilitation at Vantage covers physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy, and there's even short-term, 7-day rehab, complex medical care, and strong orthopedic rehab programs, so folks recovering from surgery or injuries can get the help they need.
Nursing care is available for both long-term stays and short-term rehab, post-acute recovery, respite, and support at the end of life. The staff follows a consistent care model, so residents see the same faces, which helps with trust and comfort, especially in the secure Dementia and Mental Health Units. The place keeps up with Massachusetts Healthcare Safety and Quality Consortium standards, uses a full 360 approach called Vantage Care, and has focused efforts for sepsis, falls prevention, and lowering off-label antipsychotic use. There are social workers on site, surgical drain management, and all the care transition services folks might need if they're coming from another care setting or heading back home. The dedicated Dementia Unit has its own events and activities for residents, and care is centered on each person, aiming to meet each individual's needs.
Vantage Health and Rehab of Wakefield accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances, so families can consider different ways to pay for care. The facility tries to create a steady, safe, and supportive place for seniors with a mix of healthcare, daily help, and ways to stay active or involved, without being overwhelming, letting each resident keep as much comfort and choice as possible.
