Dutchtown Care Center is a medium-sized senior care facility with 120 beds, operating under for-profit, individual ownership. The center provides long-term care services and participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs to help residents manage the costs associated with their care. Although it is not part of a continuing care retirement community, Dutchtown Care Center supports individuals with varying needs, offering assistance with both medical and non-medical daily living activities such as medication administration, dressing, eating, and bathroom use. Residents benefit from accessibility to short-term rehabilitation services for up to 100 days after qualifying hospital stays, while also having pathways to longer-term arrangements through Medicaid coverage after exhausting other payment options.
The nursing staff at Dutchtown Care Center delivers a reported average of 2 hours and 44 minutes of care per resident each day, with noted differences in staffing consistency between weekdays and weekends. The clinical environment is structured to address both routine and complex health requirements, and emphasis is placed on preventive care—100% of residents received their annual influenza vaccinations, exemplifying the home’s commitment to infection prevention. Residents are encouraged to maintain independence, with 84.6% retaining the ability to move, eat, and manage personal care without constant assistance.
Dutchtown Care Center’s safety, quality, and operational standards are regularly assessed by government inspections, focusing on food preparation, safety protocols, cleanliness, and resident rights. The inspection process reviews how management handles the development of care plans tailored to each resident’s needs, ensures proper staff training, maintains environmental safety—both in terms of comfort and accident prevention—and manages the pharmacy services for residents. Particular attention is given to dietary services, making sure food is sourced from approved suppliers, stored and prepared in line with professional standards, and tailored to meet the individual dietary needs of the residents.
The care center has also put procedures in place regarding specialized care, such as PASRR screenings for residents with mental health conditions or intellectual disabilities. Inspections monitor adherence to processes like the installation and maintenance of bed rails, safety checks of mattresses and bed frames, and the direction of activity programs by qualified professionals. Financial management for residents is another monitored aspect, ensuring individuals’ rights and preferences are honored. Over the past years, fines and deficiencies have highlighted areas needing improvement, but regular audits and documented remediation efforts show a commitment to maintaining compliance with health and safety standards.
Dutchtown Care Center strives to foster a supportive environment where residents’ preferences and well-being are prioritized. Through ongoing training for new and existing staff, the facility aims to uphold standards for quality, individualized care. The aim is always to create a place that is safe, clean, comfortable, and responsive to the diverse needs of the residents and their families.