Chaffee Nursing Center, part of an Americare community, sits at 12273 State Highway 77 in Chaffee, Missouri, and it's a place that offers apartment-style living for seniors who need skilled nursing care, and while no one can really say exactly what perks or extra features the outside includes, folks do mention there's parking, but nobody's saying how that works, either, plus there are entrance levels, stairs, and floors, but no one seems to know how many or what type, so those are just left as general facts. The staff, known as care partners, keep things friendly, making the place feel welcoming right from the start, and the care teams are skilled in providing attentive medical help, with personalized nursing care plans made for each resident, especially after things like surgeries or health changes. For people staying a long time, there are ongoing therapy services so everyone gets the help needed to keep moving and living as best they can, and residents who are planning to go back home can take part in the Rehab-to-Home program, which mixes different kinds of therapies, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and that's all handled by Americare Therapy Solutions. The community likes to keep everyone active and connected by scheduling events, running clubs, and doing social dining, which gives folks a chance to talk and keep busy, because a good part of feeling healthy is staying involved with others and not feeling left out. The Chaffee Nursing Center has spacious floor plans, which means room to get comfortable, and though details about every service or amenity aren't clear, people say they offer a variety of comforts to help residents enjoy their time there. Long-term or short-term, people can get the care they need, and when rooms fill up, a waitlist is available. Staff like Gail Heisserer help with questions about moving in, and the Missouri Health Care Association connection shows the center follows some important standards. Chaffee Nursing Center takes care of seniors who want support with health, wellness, and recovery in a steady, welcoming place.
Chaffee Nursing Center
12273 MO-77, Chaffee, MO, 63740- Independent living
- Assisted living
- Skilled nursing
Compassionate attentive care with caveats
I am very grateful - my mom was happy and well cared for here. The nurses, aides and therapists are kind, knowledgeable and often go above and beyond; wound care, PT and rehab were excellent. The facility is clean, well maintained, active with thoughtful staff who communicate proactively (even on weekends/holidays), celebrate residents, and make families feel supported. A few caveats: there were occasional staffing lapses, a rare med/clothing issue, and no backup generator during outages, but overall this was the best choice for our family and I highly recommend it.
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Healthcare services
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Assistance with bathing
- Assistance with dressing
- Assistance with transfers
- Medication management
Healthcare staffing
- 24-hour call system
- 24-hour supervision
Meals and dining
- Diabetes diet
- Meal preparation and service
- Special dietary restrictions
Room
- Air-conditioning
- Cable
- Fully furnished
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Kitchenettes
- Private bathrooms
- Telephone
- Wifi
Transportation
- Community operated transportation
- Transportation arrangement
Common areas
- Beauty salon
- Computer center
- Dining room
- Fitness room
- Gaming room
- Garden
- Outdoor space
- Small library
- Wellness center
Community services
- Concierge services
- Fitness programs
- Move-in coordination
Activities
- Community-sponsored activities
- Planned day trips
- Resident-run activities
- Scheduled daily activities
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About Chaffee Nursing Center
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Chaffee Nursing Center offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.
There are 14 photos of Chaffee Nursing Center on Mirador.
The full address for this community is 12273 MO-77, Chaffee, MO, 63740.
Yes, Chaffee Nursing Center offers respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
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