Grand Avenue Rest Home is a very small, for-profit facility that offers long-term care services within a partnership ownership structure. With just 20 beds, this rest home provides a more intimate environment than larger institutions, supporting residents who need ongoing assistance with daily living. Grand Avenue Rest Home is not part of a continuing care retirement community, and it exclusively participates in Medicaid, making it accessible for those requiring financial support for long-term placement. The facility does not accept Medicare for payments but does allow Medicaid coverage, which is particularly important for individuals turning to public insurance once personal savings or long-term care insurance have been exhausted.
The nursing home is regularly inspected by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for health, fire, and safety compliance, as well as in response to consumer complaints. These inspections have covered a wide array of operational, medical, and resident rights issues. In past inspection cycles, staff were found to have addressed and resolved identified challenges, including the security and management of resident personal funds, the development of comprehensive care plans, and ensuring residents are informed about their rights in cases of transfers or discharges.
Residents at Grand Avenue Rest Home are entitled to have their personal, financial, and medical records kept private and secure, and the staff have a responsibility to foster a safe, clean, and homelike atmosphere. Regular support and interventions are provided according to each individual’s unique preferences and medical needs. The care home must continually develop and implement infection prevention and control programs, and monitor antibiotic use to protect resident health.
In addition to medical and custodial care, the services at Grand Avenue Rest Home include timely assistance with daily activities, respecting residents’ rights to manage their own financial affairs, and ensuring access to supports such as vision and hearing services. The home is also accountable for storing, preparing, and serving food in keeping with professional standards, as well as maintaining appropriate vaccination programs. Moreover, policies are in place to ensure rooms meet minimal space requirements so every resident enjoys a reasonable level of comfort and privacy.
The Grand Avenue Rest Home experience is shaped by an emphasis on respect and dignity, affording residents the right to retain personal possessions and freely express grievances without discrimination. The nursing team is expected to have a registered nurse on duty for at least eight hours each day, with leadership from a full-time director of nurses. While the home is small, a robust focus on individualized care defines the environment and the service provided to every resident who calls Grand Avenue Rest Home their home.