Center on Aging and Health sits at 880 S Mohawk Dr in Erwin, TN, pretty close to Tri Cities and North Carolina, with easy access off I-26 W, and while it's not taking new patients right now, there's plenty to mention about what it's been offering folks over the years, considering there's room for around 120 residents in its 42,543 square foot building, which feels open and quiet with nice grounds to walk around, and you find a wide range of care like skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, hospice, long-term care, and even in-home services for seniors and their caregivers. The place is known for personalized care with skilled nursing staff available around the clock, and there's always a physician who oversees things, and since they can give out and manage medication, folks with different needs get attention, whether they need bathing, dressing, eating, or help with daily activities. They also do physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with specialized kidney dialysis right there at the building, and wound care, stroke rehab, orthopedic therapy, and palliative care round out the medical side.
For those with memory problems like Alzheimer's, Center on Aging and Health has a secured memory unit with murals, a higher staff-to-resident ratio for extra safety, and programs to give people a chance to stay as independent as they can. Technology plays a part too, with Restore therapy and telemedicine systems so doctors are a video call away any time of day, making it easier for folks who need quick help or monitoring.
There's plenty beside the medical stuff, like social services, nutritional support with thoughtful meals, and an activity calendar that keeps life interesting for everyone, including pet therapy and intergenerational programs to help lift spirits and keep folks connected. Adult day and respite care let families get some help, and there are fair housing and equal opportunity policies so everyone gets treated right. The staff speak English, and you'll find some who can help in other languages.
Center on Aging and Health gets recognized by the Tennessee Health Care Association, and it's linked to Providence and Caring, LLC, that was set up in 2025, so behind the daily care is support from a bigger network. They meet all the federal Medicare and Medicaid rules, and some services let people use Medicaid to pay. Folks can use their website to get information, schedule tours (including meeting staff and current residents), and access resource centers, along with virtual meeting links if events can't happen in person. Volunteer opportunities, caregiver support groups, health fairs, and educational seminars all help make it a touchpoint for the community, and there's a certification program for nursing assistant training if someone wants to learn more about care work.
Inside, you'll find 16 private skilled nursing rooms, a dedicated isolation room for special cases, a hospice suite, and secure spaces for memory care, with staff geared toward keeping everyone healthy and comfortable. They're proud of having high standards for safety and individualized treatment, and it's not unusual for people to get well enough to move back home after some time there. There are plenty of resources for families who want to learn about aging and health issues, as well as support for people with disabilities or diseases who might be looking for the best option for their life stage. With a robust schedule of activities and plenty of ways to stay engaged, Center on Aging and Health has become a steady place for care and support in the area.
