Vanceburg Rehabilitation and Care is a medium-sized nursing facility located in Vanceburg, Kentucky, offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. With a capacity of 94 beds, the facility operates as a for-profit entity under corporate ownership. It is an independent care home, not part of a continuing care retirement community, and participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to a wide range of residents with varying financial backgrounds.
The care environment at Vanceburg Rehabilitation and Care is designed to accommodate individuals who require daily medical assistance, rehabilitative therapies, and support with everyday activities such as dressing, eating, and mobility. The facility provides an average of 2 hours and 49 minutes of nurse staffing per resident each day, with comprehensive attention to medical and personal needs. However, weekend nurse staffing does not always match weekday levels. Residents benefit from essential healthcare services, including medication administration and routine preventive measures. Notably, a full 100% of residents receive the annual flu vaccination, underscoring the home’s commitment to preventive health.
For those recovering from surgeries, illnesses, or hospital stays, short-term rehabilitation at Vanceburg Rehabilitation and Care aims to enable as many residents as possible to regain independence and return home. Approximately half of the residents discharged from short-term rehab successfully return to their previous living situation. The occurrence of falls resulting in major injury has been notably low, and infection rates requiring hospitalization during short-term stays are monitored closely. A small percentage of short-term residents have required emergency room visits during their rehabilitation period, reflecting ongoing attention to acute health needs.
Long-term care at Vanceburg Rehabilitation and Care is characterized by support for residents who need ongoing assistance with daily life. The facility emphasizes maintaining residents’ independence, with over eighty percent able to continue self-care tasks such as moving, eating, and using the bathroom without complete assistance. Nurse staffing levels are consistent with standards, and health and safety inspections are conducted regularly.
Inspection history at Vanceburg Rehabilitation and Care demonstrates attention to safety and care standards. Past inspection reports have cited issues such as timely notification to residents before transfers or discharges, respiratory care provision, pharmaceutical services, infection prevention, and equipment maintenance, with all incidents documented as having low potential for harm and affecting few residents. Importantly, these areas have been addressed, and there have been no fines or payment denials associated with the home in the last three years.
Vanceburg Rehabilitation and Care remains dedicated to providing a supportive environment that supports both short-term recoveries and long-term well-being. Residents are offered a combination of professional healthcare, personal assistance, and preventive services, all delivered within a setting that values dignity and strives to enhance quality of life. The facility’s participation in Medicare and Medicaid further ensures that quality care is accessible to those who need it most in the Vanceburg community.