Columbus Colony Elderly Care is a nonprofit, corporate-operated nursing facility located in Westerville, Ohio. Designed to accommodate up to 110 residents, it offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing home care and participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to a range of individuals and families seeking eldercare solutions. While it is not part of a larger continuing care retirement community, Columbus Colony Elderly Care provides dedicated services to help residents recover from hospital stays, manage chronic conditions, and enjoy as much independence as possible in a supportive, residential setting.
The facility specializes in post-acute care and is structured to serve patients who are recovering after hospitalizations that involve stroke, heart attack, infection, or accidental injury. Residents benefit from a nurse staffing model that averages three hours and twenty minutes of nurse attention per person per day, aiming to address the diverse medical and personal needs within the community. The home provides a variety of health services, including pain management, dialysis support, laboratory testing, psychotropic medication oversight, and hospice arrangements for those requiring specialized end-of-life care. Attention is given to developing individualized care plans aligned with physician orders and resident preferences.
Columbus Colony Elderly Care has undergone state inspections that evaluate compliance with standards relating to food preparation, vaccination policies, accident prevention, infection control, and pest management. Its recent inspections highlighted several areas for improvement, such as pressure ulcer care, accident hazard avoidance, nutritional support, flu and pneumonia vaccination protocol development, and pest control. Regular reviews of policies and procedures aim to keep care delivery in line with professional standards. The facility has also made recent enhancements to ensure the ongoing health and well-being of every resident, implementing protocols for accurate assessments, appropriate laboratory and pharmacy services, and coordination of hospice transfers as needed.
The nursing home operates under a nonprofit model with corporate ownership and works within the framework of Medicare and Medicaid regulations to offer care options tailored to both short-term recovery and long-term residency. Through a combination of skilled nursing, attentive staff support, and a range of clinical services, Columbus Colony Elderly Care remains focused on providing for the health, safety, and dignity of its resident population.
